cassette tape won't eject from older AC-Delco deck

I have a 1989 Olds '88' with the factory AC-Delco AM-FM cassette tape stereo with an integrated equalizer. There is a tape in the player that will not eject. The problem this causes is the radio doesn't play unless the tape ejects and I only listen to the radio.

I took the deck out and dis-assembled it. It was the first player of this type I've had apart. I was surprised how modular it is. It reminded me of the stereo I have in my shop, which I have taken apart numerous times to keep it alive.

I spent two hours trying to release the tape. The problem I'm having is I can't remember if the tape loads into the deck by a motor and gear drive, or if it mechanically loads into the deck by manual force, and is held in place by a spring-loaded catch, (the Olds was parked for almost 9 years due to a mechanical problem, so it's been a long time since I used the radio).

If anyone can help me get that damn tape out, I'd greatly appreciate the sharing of your knowledge. I can post as many pics as it would take, to help, (from any angle or distance you request).

I'm disabled and live on SS Disability, so taking it to a shop for repair, or replacing it is something I'd rather not do - besides, the rest of the deck works great, it has some good features, and I primarily listen to talk radio while in the car.

Thanks in advance,


GeoD

 

I'll shoot some pics this afternoon and get them posted.

Thanks muchly! I just discovered I need to completely rebuild the rear brakes as the cylinders have started leaking, so repairing the radio is completely out of the question - right now, a $20 junk yard replacement is not even doable.

Later,

GeoD

 

unless you need to drown out screaming passengers when the brakes fail

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posted some pics of the innards of the drive in the photo gallery

vbpicgallery.php?do=view&g=137

thanks for taken a look

Later,

GeoD