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Re: [OM] 50/3.5 with a clunk

Subject: Re: [OM] 50/3.5 with a clunk
From: julian_davies@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Date: Tue, 24 Sep 2002 18:41:03 +0100 (BST)
I can see this working if the focus ring moves on it's own, but if the front 
barrel moves as well, surely that is wear in the helicoid?

Julian

>  from:    clintonr@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>  date:    Tue, 24 Sep 2002 18:15:52
>  to:      olympus@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>  subject: Re: [OM] 50/3.5 with a clunk
> 
> Underneath the rubber grip are 4 set screws -- they're probably a little
> loose.  Tighten them evenly, then check focus.  Replace the grip and glue with
> a little bit of contact cement all the way around underneath the grip.
> 
> Benson Russell wrote:
> 
> > Hello all, but particularly techies...
> >
> > I've just got a silvernose 50/3.5 with mint optics and body (ST£160, serial
> > no 105509) BUT...
> > I've noticed a slight bit of play in the focus ring (0.2mm front to back,
> > 0.27mm side to side) and consequently the front barrel. Not much, just a
> > tiny clunk as I move it back and forwards.
> >
> > Certainly looks lovely otherwise, any comments? A good copy lens?
> >
> > Ben Russell
> >
> > Ireland
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