Printmaker Posted June 12, 2014 Share #1 Posted June 12, 2014 Advertisement (gone after registration) I sent my M9 to Leica Repair in New Jersey to have the oil smears on its sensor cleaned last month. I just got it back yesterday. Leica replaced the sensor, checked the meter, adjusted the rangefinder, tested it and replaced the vulcanite cover with a new leatherette covering as well as replaced the monitor. They even cleaned up the chipped paint on the white "M9". All of this at no charge! Not bad for a camera that is nearly 5 years old. Wow, you gota love these guys! The only thing I'm not really sure about the new cover as I kinda liked the old vulcanite better. It seemed to have a more secure grip. But the vulcanite covering is no longer available. I guess it is time to spring for a Thumbs Up or a leather case. Still, it was almost like getting a new camera. Way to go Leica! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted June 12, 2014 Posted June 12, 2014 Hi Printmaker, Take a look here Got my M9 back. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
jonogilmour Posted June 13, 2014 Share #2 Posted June 13, 2014 Unfortunately this isn't a consistent thing, but good to see your repair worked out! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bocaburger Posted June 13, 2014 Share #3 Posted June 13, 2014 You sent it for a sensor cleaning and they replaced the sensor ?!?!? Why??? Were the stains not cleanable or did their tech ruin it trying to clean? Seems odd is all . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean-Michel Posted June 13, 2014 Share #4 Posted June 13, 2014 Hi, Similar experience as Printmaker's. My camera developed spots that could not be cleaned so I sent it to Leica in NJ. They replaced the sensor, and covering, and adjusted the rf,and... All excellent client care. Jean-Michel Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted June 13, 2014 Share #5 Posted June 13, 2014 Leica Repair in New Jersey is wonderful. When I totaled my M9 in a bicycle crash they promptly rebuilt the whole camera so that I am now convinced that it is better than new. (It cost plenty to repair, but worth every cent.) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted June 13, 2014 Share #6 Posted June 13, 2014 They've been mostly great for me, too. But sometimes DAG (Don Goldberg) does better, and quicker, and he's consistent. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tobey bilek Posted June 17, 2014 Share #7 Posted June 17, 2014 Advertisement (gone after registration) Don is a wizard, but he does not replace sensors for free if at all. Digital is a new ball game and repair facility choice is limited. This is really across all brands. I recently broke my 100 2.8 APO in half in a trip (fall). Don put it back together. He has also cleaned many M cameras for me and they come back perfect. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pharyngula Posted June 18, 2014 Share #8 Posted June 18, 2014 I have an M9-P that is coming up on its 2 year purchase anniversary in August and I'm wondering if I should send it along to NJ. It has spots that I can't clean off and that don't even seem to be accessible at the surface of the sensor. I don't shoot stopped-down very often and even then rarely see evidence of the spots but they are certainly there when I shoot to see them. I assume this is likely to qualify for possible sensor replacement. I guess there is no downside to sending it in except for the time I might be left without my camera. I'm also curious - does sensor replacement "solve" this particular spot issue long-term? Has the M-E had similar sensor problems? I have seen posts here and elsewhere that seem to be all over the place and might make you think that most M9 sensors will crack and/or develop spots. Were it not for the internet, all I know is that I'd probably be shooting away indefinitely with my much loved M9-P blissfully unaware of any such issues and happy with my images. I should add that I am very content with the M9 shooting experience, IQ and image signature and have had no serious interest in an M240 - so I'd like my M9-P to stay healthy for a few more years…. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean-Michel Posted June 18, 2014 Share #9 Posted June 18, 2014 Yes, do send it in. I had a similar issue -- unable to clean spots in spite of a perfectly clean sensor. Leica replaced the sensor. Jean-Michel Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Printmaker Posted June 19, 2014 Author Share #10 Posted June 19, 2014 Yes, do send it in. I had a similar issue -- unable to clean spots in spite of a perfectly clean sensor. Leica replaced the sensor.Jean-Michel Yes! And do it now before Leica changes their policy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pharyngula Posted June 19, 2014 Share #11 Posted June 19, 2014 It is boxed up and ready for FEDEX. Thanks for sharing your experiences with this. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sblutter Posted June 19, 2014 Share #12 Posted June 19, 2014 Sent in a 3 yr old 9 to NJ for 9P sapphire only upgrade - also got a free new and spotless sensor unexpectedly New skin and wheel were part of the package - both fine Does feel new again - no complaints & returned within the quoted time frame Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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