Yes thanks everyone.

I can source the original new old stock XLM II improved only. I look at whether they are nude mounted or whatever. Its going to be better than the QLM and others down the range I hope

Plenty of generic aftermarket shoes but I dont really know who has made them which is worrying to me.

I got it for effectively nothing so I think up to £60 to keep it going is fair. It may be that the original stylus is ok but I will have to check that out...its probably had the sort of use where it needs replacing

Thanks again
best wishes
Martin