Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/09/23
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Paul, You should find that the film counter is reset by twisting the lower ring beneath the advance knob. You can 'grip' this by pushing against the two small rounded pins which protrude from the bevelled surface. The rangefinder is much more problematic. Best to ask for a quote from a local reliable mechanic. Here in England I'd say 'goodbye' to 50-60 pounds for that. I presume that you've cleaned the small lenses that screw into the viewfinder and rangefinder windows? Jem - -----Original Message----- From: P2CON@aol.com [SMTP:P2CON@aol.com] Hi all, Here is a problem for you screw-mount people out there. I picked up a IIIf BD from eBay (I know -- that's my problem!!!). I have 7 days to evaluate it so immediately put a roll through it in my back yard. First problem, the rangefinder is essentially unusable due to internal crud, or mirror de-silvering. I can make it almost usable by placing an orange filter in front of the rangefinder viewing lens, but it is still pretty dim. Second problem is a light leak into the take-up film chamber through two holes in the top deck under the film counter. The light spills onto the film as it is being wound on after a shot. It looks like the two holes are screw holes with no screws in them. I am suspecting there is a missing mechanism there having to do with the film counter, as the counter can only be reset to the start position by rotating the wind knob through a complete set of numbers to align the arrow with a proper starting position. Any input from a knowledgeable screw mount user will be much appreciated. I know I can fix the light leaks just by plugging the holes, and I can live with the tedious resetting of the film counter. Is it a major problem to get the rangefinder cleaned up or otherwise made usable? TIA, and regards, Paul Connet