Jeff S Posted June 20, 2017 Share #1 Posted June 20, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) I noticed today that focusing my M10, which had been a delightful experience, was somehow a bit off; focus just wasn't locking in crisply (bad). Instead of a recent camera or eyesight problem, I discovered that my .5 diopter lens had somehow fallen off, likely at the end of my last shoot (good, considering the alternatives). Now, due to my own lack of attention, I'm having to spend another $175 (bad). Should I also invest in some Loctite, or something else, or just pay more attention to the tightness? Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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jdlaing Posted June 20, 2017 Share #2 Posted June 20, 2017 Yes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter H Posted June 20, 2017 Share #3 Posted June 20, 2017 I'd give the Loctite a miss and try to learn a new habit instead. Think of it as a part of your workflow. It'll soon be second nature. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted June 20, 2017 Author Share #4 Posted June 20, 2017 I practised the habit (even that day), but obviously not quite frequently enough. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted June 20, 2017 Share #5 Posted June 20, 2017 Jeff, I would not use Loctite near an optical window. What I found useful was a set of wrench clamps. They are far less expensive than a new diopter, and are good for life. Never overtighten. Best of luck! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted June 20, 2017 Author Share #6 Posted June 20, 2017 Jeff, I would not use Loctite near an optical window. What I found useful was a set of wrench clamps. They are far less expensive than a new diopter, and are good for life. Never overtighten. Best of luck! Thanks....I was worried about applying glue. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdlaing Posted June 20, 2017 Share #7 Posted June 20, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) Channelock pliers. Bind that sucker down. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted June 20, 2017 Share #8 Posted June 20, 2017 Channelock pliers. Bind that sucker down. I find it interesting that construction pros can wield 20 ton machines and turn right around and use micro tools. No kidding. That describes a friend of mine who lifts tons every day, and fixed his wife's smart phone with tiny, tiny tools. My heroes! I would trust that guy with channelocks any day, but not the average bloke. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted June 20, 2017 Author Share #9 Posted June 20, 2017 Well, my new diopter should arrive tomorrow, and I'll be visiting a good friend on Thursday who has every tool imaginable, and knows how to use them, Sadly, he has pancreatic cancer, so I try to visit frequently. I watched him take apart and perfectly repair another friend's vacuum cleaner last month, despite no prior experience. He especially enjoys his diversions from chemo, so I won't feel guilty asking for guidance. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdlaing Posted June 20, 2017 Share #10 Posted June 20, 2017 I find it interesting that construction pros can wield 20 ton machines and turn right around and use micro tools. No kidding. That describes a friend of mine who lifts tons every day, and fixed his wife's smart phone with tiny, tiny tools. My heroes! I would trust that guy with channelocks any day, but not the average bloke. It's called mechanical aptitude. That is from one of those construction pros. Me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter H Posted June 21, 2017 Share #11 Posted June 21, 2017 It's called mechanical aptitude. That is from one of those construction pros. Me. Mechanical aptitude. That's s very nice term for exactly what I haven't got. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pico Posted June 21, 2017 Share #12 Posted June 21, 2017 Mechanical aptitude. That's s very nice term for exactly what I haven't got. It must be something we inherited. If one does not have it, then something else is empathized. Well, that is my rationalization. In your case I think a special objectivity has taken place. When I was drafted into USA service I tested to be in the 1% or less for superior spacial visual ability. It was easy for me. I remember the challenges with joy, but ... After three years overseas and two head injuries it went away. An interesting thing about brain loss is that one does not have remorse. Go figure. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxtwo Posted June 21, 2017 Share #13 Posted June 21, 2017 I noticed today that focusing my M10, which had been a delightful experience, was somehow a bit off; focus just wasn't locking in crisply (bad). Instead of a recent camera or eyesight problem, I discovered that my .5 diopter lens had somehow fallen off, likely at the end of my last shoot (good, considering the alternatives). Now, due to my own lack of attention, I'm having to spend another $175 (bad). Should I also invest in some Loctite, or something else, or just pay more attention to the tightness? Jeff Sorry to hear that. Hope it's rattling around in the bowels of your nifty camera bag. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coupdefoudre Posted June 21, 2017 Share #14 Posted June 21, 2017 Not sure where you live but here in the states we have white Elmer's Glue (there is something similar in Europe.) It is a children's school glue that is non-toxic and pretty easily removed. I've used it on my soft shutter releases where I need an easily reversible solution in case I want to use a release cable. I searched for something after losing soft releases time after time. Now, I've only lost one in the last couple years (on 5 different bodies.) It ought to work on the diopter. A little will go a long way. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted June 21, 2017 Author Share #15 Posted June 21, 2017 Sorry to hear that. Hope it's rattling around in the bowels of your nifty camera bag. No, unfortunately. I don't use a bag when out shooting. But I checked my transport bag just in case. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted June 21, 2017 Author Share #16 Posted June 21, 2017 Not sure where you live but here in the states we have white Elmer's Glue (there is something similar in Europe.) It is a children's school glue that is non-toxic and pretty easily removed. I've used it on my soft shutter releases where I need an easily reversible solution in case I want to use a release cable. I searched for something after losing soft releases time after time. Now, I've only lost one in the last couple years (on 5 different bodies.) It ought to work on the diopter. A little will go a long way. Haven't used Elmer's since grade school. Think I'll just apply the wrench as suggested. And be more diligent. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
coupdefoudre Posted June 21, 2017 Share #17 Posted June 21, 2017 Makes me a little queasy to see the words 'wrench' and 'camera' in the same paragraph! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted June 21, 2017 Author Share #18 Posted June 21, 2017 Makes me a little queasy to see the words 'wrench' and 'camera' in the same paragraph!I feel the same way regarding Elmer's glue. At least the spanner wrenches linked above are for Leica... http://m.ebay.com/itm/180952326710?_mwBanner=1 Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
microview Posted June 21, 2017 Share #19 Posted June 21, 2017 Reminds me of how Linn used to advise mounting a pick-up cartridge in their tonearms, and tightening until the lugs began to fracture – then back off! (More sensibly, Rega includes a torque wrench with max tension preset for some of its moving-coils.) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlashGordonPhotography Posted June 22, 2017 Share #20 Posted June 22, 2017 Before there was Loctite there was nail polish. Less hold than Loctitie but you're not putting any torque on the threads in normal use. And it's easily applied with the provided brush and available in hundreds of colours for the fashion minded. I prefer clear myself. Just a tiny dab on two sides of the thread is more than enough. Gordon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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