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on May 31, 2021 17:27:31 GMT
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Dear Members
Does anyone have any experience of 'repairing / recommissioning' an overstressed LVS connection to the Cross Coupling Ring on a Yashica Minister II (II 5091426). If I'm fortunate that there is then as a novice I will post further information about the problem.
Yours sincerely and in good faith
Martin
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on May 31, 2021 19:37:11 GMT
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on Jun 11, 2021 15:07:00 GMT
Last Edit: Jun 11, 2021 15:43:41 GMT by martin: Updating status..
Thanks Peter I'll give it a try
Martin
PS.. Done.. I'll wait and see..
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on Jun 27, 2021 10:02:07 GMT
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Dear All watching...
Further to the Peter's recommendation I visited the 'Classic Camera Repair Forum' and followed a link to a 'French' Yashica repair instructions breakdown kindly supplied by one of the members 'Chris'. As a result I am sure there is no way I have the tools or experience to manage such a repair.
Update.. I have purchased a 'donor' camera for parts; which has a fully functioning 'LVS Cross Coupling Ring'. As I do not have the skills required to strip, swap, repair and reassemble such things can anyone point me in the direction of someone in Lancashire who has the skills and might be willing to discuss this repair.
Yours sincerely and in good faith
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on Jun 27, 2021 11:08:21 GMT
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Dear All watching... Further to the Peter's recommendation I visited the 'Classic Camera Repair Forum' and followed a link to a 'French' Yashica repair instructions breakdown kindly supplied by one of the members 'Chris'. As a result I am sure there is no way I have the tools or experience to manage such a repair. Update.. I have purchased a 'donor' camera for parts; which has a fully functioning 'LVS Cross Coupling Ring'. As I do not have the skills required to strip, swap, repair and reassemble such things can anyone point me in the direction of someone in Lancashire who has the skills and might be willing to discuss this repair. Yours sincerely and in good faith Martin Hello Martin, Hopefully someone here has some experience with a repairer in Lancashire but if not, you could certainly contact Newton Ellis in Liverpool. If you're not familiar with them, check out their website: www.newtonellis.com/repairs/ They have highly competent technicians and the fact that you have acquired a donor camera for the failed part should be of considerable help. I can certainly commend them to any member of this Forum. |
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on Jun 27, 2021 14:53:12 GMT
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Dear Biggles3
Thank you for your prompt response and the link.. As part of my research I did a 'Yellow pages = Camera Repairs' query. Newton Ellis were one of the few to respond which is very positive but they estimate 'about £85.00' for a repair and service. I've re-contacted them to see if the 'doner' has any bearing on the estimate.
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on Jun 30, 2021 2:45:22 GMT
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Dear Biggles3 Thank you for your prompt response and the link.. As part of my research I did a 'Yellow pages = Camera Repairs' query. Newton Ellis were one of the few to respond which is very positive but they estimate 'about £85.00' for a repair and service. I've re-contacted them to see if the 'doner' has any bearing on the estimate. Thank you again Martin That's a darn good price for "Repair and Service". Likely won't find better.
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on Jul 6, 2021 16:06:37 GMT
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As per Biggles recommendation, I dropped off the Camera and two donors with Newton Ellis on Monday.. I guess now we just wait and see.
Thanks to all contributors for your help and support.
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Martin
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on Jul 20, 2021 14:28:53 GMT
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I have the camera back now. It looks and feels great. I can't wait to give my son his grandfathers’ camera. Dave at Newton Ellis assures me it is now as good as new. Selenium photo cell readings are true, range finder is clear and accurate. LVS & Cross coupling ring operate precisely. Shutter sounds like I remember.
It wasn't cheap but then again he will now have his grandfathers’ camera, (priceless).
I will sign off this tread with a thank you to those that contributed especially the forum administrators for providing such a calm and knowledgeable space. If only the rest of that internet was as welcoming.
Always sincere
Martin
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on Jul 20, 2021 14:39:27 GMT
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I have the camera back now. It looks and feels great. I can't wait to give my son his grandfathers’ camera. Dave at Newton Ellis assures me it is now as good as new. Selenium photo cell readings are true, range finder is clear and accurate. LVS & Cross coupling ring operate precisely. Shutter sounds like I remember. It wasn't cheap but then again he will now have his grandfathers’ camera, (priceless). I will sign off this tread with a thank you to those that contributed especially the forum administrators for providing such a calm and knowledgeable space. If only the rest of that internet was as welcoming. Always sincere Martin I'm delighted that we could be of help. |
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