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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: John Hermanson <omtech@xxxxxxxxx>
Date: Fri, 15 May 1998 11:43:12 -0400
Yes, this item has a lot of loose internal parts & ball bearings.

John

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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