Best alternative to a vacuum platter on an 8n

[trailerparkjesus]

I am trying to stabilize my groove depth on my 8n. Ive tried neoprene matts, sorbothane (thanks Mike for the tip), no mat and just the metal platter with silk screen mesh. I am aware that a vacuum platter would be quite a challenge. Any advice would be helpful. Tried multiple oils too in the dashpot, currently 50cst shock oil is doing best but maybe I should try something really thick.

[lyonalex]

painters tape. I use two strips to hold down the disc. easy, cheap and effective.

[trailerparkjesus]

Ya but that doesn't help uneven lacquers. It'll help slipping and a little tiny bit of unevenness at the outer part.

[lyonalex]

oh for lacquers not plastic? then yeah I've only used a vacuum platter for that.