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Re: [OM] Auto Ext Tube 65-115 a baby rattler?

Subject: Re: [OM] Auto Ext Tube 65-115 a baby rattler?
From: sunil manga <ameteep@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Fri, 15 May 1998 11:58:38 +0530
HiANDRE!
the 65~115mm Auto extension tube only rattles when it is NOT fitted to the
CAMERA BODY and the LENS.
Once it is fitted, the springs on the levers to actuate the Stop-down of the
aperture do their job.
After that NO RATTLES.
Just try it!
Do reply.
Sunil Manga.

Andre Goforth wrote:

> Olympiads,
>
> I have just received an Auto Ext Tube 65-115 which looks cosmetically
> excellent, all shiny, new and no dings. However, after mounting on a camera
> and installing a lens I noticed the baby rattler phenomena. I could use
> this tube in a latin band!  Is this nominal for an Auto Ext Tube 65-115?
> Has anyone thought of using their tube as a baby rattler as well as for
> photography? The noise is coming from the rear of the tube and appears to
> be related to the auto stopping down mechanism. Any advice will be greatly
> appreciated. I am dealing with a repuitable  outfit but since I haven't any
> other Auto Ext Tube 65-115 to compare with I don't know if this typical or
> not.
>
> Andre
>
> San Carlos, CA
>
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