Idler wheel for RCA 45 RPM record changer

Description

This auction is for a brand new idler wheel for your RCA Victor 45 RPM record player using the RP-168 or RP-190 changer mechanism, or any other brand using these mechanisms.
Made from high quality solid brass to reduce wow and flutter, and fitted with replaceable rubber tires.
The original idlers develop flat spots after sitting unused for too long, they harden and lose their grip.
I have been using idlers of this design in 45 players that I own for over 15 years now, some of which may sit for a year or more without use, and I have never had a flat spot develop on any of them.
Despite that, I always include two spare rubber wheels (one of each size) to insure many years of trouble free use. Just a drop of oil on the bearing shaft is the only lubrication needed.
This is not a rebuilt part with years of wear to the center hole, it is the original design created by 45 enthusiast Willie Bosco.
I purchased the design from him when he retired in order to keep these parts available, to help support the 45 community.  Each idler is made in the USA and fully tested before shipping.
(45EY2, 45EY3, 45J2, 9EY3, 9JY, 9EY36, 45 Victrola)