I must be dim - the motor is above the brass capstan, which can be seen clearly top left once the cover is off the top of the machine - so here goes!
Wow and I thought I was being brave delving into my tape deck! You suggest the motor lies above the brass capstan with the two bands on - which...
Thank you both for the replies - Mister X any idea where the "motor is you refer to? and Cassette2go yes that is the unit.
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