While not a huge priority, this is progressing, with belt groove being made, and lip removed. Also, the parallel hole in the Collaro platter tapered for the Garrard bearing. This diecast platter is much heavier than the Garrard 310 one. I have a heavy lead intermediate fly-wheel for between belt from engine and belt to platter. Should be very smooth, and could be driven from any sort of motor.
I have my eye on lovely British spirit boiler and Aussie donkey engine kit. Should be great looking and rival some of the best turntables for performance. A bit of a hoot.