LeicaMSeattle Posted July 25, 2012 Share #1 Posted July 25, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) I just received an email this morning from LeicaNorthAmerica with this offer: "You can now improve the value of your camera. Leica Camera USA is offering for a limited time only, a tune up special for the Leica M8 and M8.2 cameras. Our factory trained technicians using original spare parts will clean your camera, calibrate sensor, rangefinder, and metering system (small parts included). Pixel mapping and sensor cleaning are also part of this full service offer. Leica Camera offers a one year warranty on all work performed together with a certification card. Cost $350 (Usual price, $475). (This offer does not include major components, rangefinder, CCD, main board and monitor.) This offer is only valid in North America from now through September 15, 2012.*" It's good to see that they are somewhat standing behind their cameras. I've owned my M8U/P for over 5 years now and have shot over 85k images. It's maybe time to send it in for a check-up! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted July 25, 2012 Posted July 25, 2012 Hi LeicaMSeattle, Take a look here Leica Offer to North American M8/M8P Owners. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
andybarton Posted July 25, 2012 Share #2 Posted July 25, 2012 It's a full CLA they are offering at a discount. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhotse Posted July 26, 2012 Share #3 Posted July 26, 2012 Does anyone know if this offer will be extended worldwide? or alternatively if Leica USA will accept M8s from outside the US? Thanks Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted July 26, 2012 Share #4 Posted July 26, 2012 . This offer is only valid in North America from now through September 15, 2012.*" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wstotler Posted July 26, 2012 Share #5 Posted July 26, 2012 Thanks for posting. Pricing looks good. My question is how long it will take them to do the work. . . . I'd expect a 4- to 6-week turnaround. Cheers! Will Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted July 26, 2012 Share #6 Posted July 26, 2012 Thanks for posting. Pricing looks good. My question is how long it will take them to do the work. . . . I'd expect a 4- to 6-week turnaround. From RFF. Of course one should always call first IMO to establish a contact for any service...for details, tracking and to help expedite. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wstotler Posted July 26, 2012 Share #7 Posted July 26, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) From RFF. Of course one should always call first IMO to establish a contact for any service...for details, tracking and to help expedite. Jeff Thanks, Jeff. I always call when sending my cameras/lenses in. Cheers, Will Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsw Posted August 2, 2012 Share #8 Posted August 2, 2012 Took advantage of the new $350.00 offer. Leica NJ returning to me exactly 10 days from date I requested the service; so, much shorter than the anticipated 4-6 weeks. Cheers, Henry Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wstotler Posted August 3, 2012 Share #9 Posted August 3, 2012 Thanks, Henry. Good to know! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rgeorge911 Posted September 1, 2012 Share #10 Posted September 1, 2012 My M8 went in today. Let's see how fast it comes back! This is a great deal for peace of mind. Reed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revdockj Posted September 1, 2012 Share #11 Posted September 1, 2012 I received mine back almost exactly 2 weeks from when they received it. I sent mine in the middle of August. Ken Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mumi Xam Posted September 1, 2012 Share #12 Posted September 1, 2012 My question is how long it will take them to do the work. . . . I'd expect a 4- to 6-week turnaround Mine is coming home tomorrow. Sent it to Leica NJ two weeks ago for CLA + PCB replacement. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
codocee Posted September 8, 2012 Share #13 Posted September 8, 2012 If I were to take advantage of the Leica service offer for my M8 would it require that the vulcanite be removed and ultimately replaced. I'm considering sending it in because it has the red-line issue however I've been using PixelFixer when needed and am still a bit hesitant about letting them crack the case and tinkering with it. Tough call as the price seems attractive. Still singin along at 9000 actuations. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted September 8, 2012 Share #14 Posted September 8, 2012 It is not Vulcanite - it is a piece of adhesive plastic that can be easily replaced by anybody with access to the part, which is offered by a number of third-party producers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Gunst Lund Posted September 9, 2012 Share #15 Posted September 9, 2012 If I were to take advantage of the Leica service offer for my M8 would it require that the vulcanite be removed and ultimately replaced. I'm considering sending it in because it has the red-line issue however I've been using PixelFixer when needed and am still a bit hesitant about letting them crack the case and tinkering with it. Tough call as the price seems attractive. Still singin along at 9000 actuations. Leica Pro service replaced my Vulcanite on my M8u at the last service even it was not standard on a M8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
codocee Posted September 10, 2012 Share #16 Posted September 10, 2012 JAAPV: That doesn't answer my question of: Does it require the plastic or whatever you want to call it be removed and replaced for this service? Answers welcome Thanks Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted September 10, 2012 Share #17 Posted September 10, 2012 It is not Vulcanite - it is a piece of adhesive plastic that can be easily replaced by anybody with access to the part, which is offered by a number of third-party producers. The author used 'vulcanite' for purposes of quotidian. Why make a deal of it? To somehow discredit the poster? If it were vulcanite, then you statement would be unnecessary because it, too, would certainly be available through third-parties. codocee: Does it require the plastic or whatever you want to call it be removed and replaced for this service? The covering is peeled back from one corner of the front to allow separation of the back/front, and likely placed back after the repair. That's my impression. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Gunst Lund Posted September 10, 2012 Share #18 Posted September 10, 2012 Yes they will have to replace the cover. It will appear from their quote for the work to be done. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tatlan Posted September 10, 2012 Share #19 Posted September 10, 2012 From my Repair Estimate: Clean, Lubricate & Adjust all functions Check complete meter system Adjust CCD position/Tilt Repair/Adjust motor coupling Adjust R/F Clean CCD Replace or clean all switches Check & Adjust for good working order Repair Parts M8 Body leather covering Carrier, M8 (4 way button) O-Ring in M8 motor I had them make the repair for the stated $350 price. It took two weeks. They communicated several times as to the status of the repair. One time at 10:30PM EST. Cheers! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted September 12, 2012 Share #20 Posted September 12, 2012 I just received an email this morning from LeicaNorthAmerica with this offer:"... Leica Camera offers a one year warranty on all work performed together with a certification card. Cost $350 (Usual price, $475). (This offer does not include major components, rangefinder, CCD, main board and monitor.)..."... So no works performed on the LCD and no warranty whatsoever about it. In case of dead LCD, US users will have to pay $350 + how much to get the forced upgrade Leica solution? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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