Alan Chan wrote:
> Rusting inside possibly. Sticky mirror for sure.
>
I have never seen nor heard of an LX that "rusted inside" or anywhere
else. Any camera that has been in storage for a long time is probably
due for a CLA, and I'm sure that this LX is no exception. But it is
probably a very go
Rusting inside possibly. Sticky mirror for sure.
regards,
Alan Chan
>I'm been offered a 20 year old LX (serial number 5272XXX). The condition
>seems to be A+, cosmetically as well as mechanically. The reason -
>according to the owner - is that this camera has mostly been "in the
>closet". Fair e
CLA = Clean, Lubricate, Adjust.
Even though the camera may seem to work well, and not exhibit any signs
of a sticky mirror, lubricants dry out and age, rubber looses it's
flexibility, the seals and foam may be starting to deteriorate, so
getting these things looked after now, before something obv
Clean, lubricate and adjust - and buy it!
Malcolm
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> [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Peter Smekal
> Sent: 01 April 2002 13:40
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Subject: Re: Closet-LX
>
>
> Thanks for the adv
Yes, the LX will age in the closet.
After 20 years, I would wonder about it having the 'STICKY MIRROR problem and
needing a US$160 Clean-Lube-Adjust. Let the camera sit for 24 or 48 hours
without firing the shutter. Cock the shutter and watch the mirror on the
first time you fire it. Does
Thanks for the advice Shel!
Just one stupid question:
What does CLA mean? Some kind of "complete service" or ...?
>Yes ... send it in for a CLA when you receive it.
>
>Peter Smekal wrote:
>>
>> I'm been offered a 20 year old LX (serial number 5272XXX). The condition
>> seems to be A+, cosmeticall
This camera is likely to be junk and you should run away at full speed...;)
BTW, What's your friend's number?
HAR!
Cory Waters
really just kidding...
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From: "Peter Smekal" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Monday, April 01, 2002 7:13 AM
Subject: Closet
Yes ... send it in for a CLA when you receive it.
Peter Smekal wrote:
>
> I'm been offered a 20 year old LX (serial number 5272XXX). The condition
> seems to be A+, cosmetically as well as mechanically. The reason -
> according to the owner - is that this camera has mostly been "in the
> closet"
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