How do I reflatten a warped record players plastic part that the record turns on???
I’ve seen those before. They are the less expensive ones made of plastic. I believe the best you can do is remove the table as framistan suggets, place it upside down on a flat surface and apply even heat to soften the plastic enough to press flat. Be careful though, as most of these players use an idler wheel that presses against the inside of the rim in order to spin the platter. If you get the rim out of round (“untrue”), you risk making the platter slow down in that area. Check it with a 90 degree angle (carpenters square or a right triangle from the local office supply store) all the way around and correct any areas that are off. Then measure the diameter at many points to ensure it is a circle. Once that is all correct, you should be able to install the platter back on the spindle and enjoy your vinyl again. If you have one that has a plastic or rubberized insert on a metal platter, just apply even heat (after removing the platter from the player) until the offending part is soft
