RE: jammed me super and list question

2002-07-12 Thread Dale Leeper
Because you have already indicated you have pulled the mirror down, I am assuming you don't mind doing what I have done in the past. Keep in mind the shutter is fragile, and it could be damaged, but I have been able to do this a couple of times, without damage. I have purchased 2 ME Super's th

RE: Pentax Macro Rail Review

2001-05-31 Thread Dale Leeper
Thanks for the review. I have one in my bag that has only been used once or twice partly because it was a pain to use on the tripod. I don't have a manual for it, and never thought about the rear part moving instead of moving the tripod. (Head banging against the wall) Will have to get it out a

RE: Black ME Super

2001-05-23 Thread Dale Leeper
I see them on ebay at times. I bought a black ME Super for parts, the description had no picture and didn't mention it was black, so I really lucked out. Shutter was stuck, gave it a boost with my finger, and off she goes. Works good. Only problem with it, the shutter release button has to be

RE: anyone know a cheap source for glass and plexiglass?

2001-04-16 Thread Dale Leeper
I have not cut Plexiglas, but have been told it can be more difficult to work with than glass. Worst of which, it is prone to scratches. Hopefully someone will help you with sources of glass already cut that will work for you, however, after I learned how to cut glass correctly, I was amazed at