84bravo Posted September 28, 2020 Share #1 Posted September 28, 2020 Advertisement (gone after registration) I have an M8.2 that I purchased used a couple of years ago and it has quite a few miles on it. It works great, but the on/off switch at the shutter release has become very stiff and difficult to move. I suspect that a CLA for the whole camera is in order. However, I just don't want to put any money into this while it is otherwise working well and has limited value. I'm guessing that the the mechanism is just dirty and needs a good cleaning. Any suggestions on how to clean that part to get it to free up? The rear command dial became erratic, so I cleaned it up by spraying electronic contact cleaner on it (carefully) and that worked like a charm. However, that spray hasn't helped the shutter switch. Anyone have a basic CLA from Leica done on an M8 or M8.2 recently? How much did it cost? Thanks, LarryK Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/313728-m82-repair-diy/?do=findComment&comment=4053914'>More sharing options...
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mort linder Posted September 29, 2020 Share #2 Posted September 29, 2020 you might try some lighter fluid . i have used its for various camera parts , and for stiff f stop rings on lenses . mort Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
david strachan Posted September 29, 2020 Share #3 Posted September 29, 2020 If you've tried electronic contact cleaner, i wouldn't use lighter fluid (Shellite). Contact cleaner is a strong hydrocarbon solvent anyway. You have a nice looking camera, which generally works well, and probably long overdue for a CLA...so do it. Might get another 10 years out of it. ... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
84bravo Posted September 29, 2020 Author Share #4 Posted September 29, 2020 UPDATE: After posting the same question on a Leica Facebook forum it was suggested that I use dental floss to clean up where the switch sits on the body. That did the trick, along with a bit more electronic contact cleaner, to free up the switch without having to resort to surgery! It now works as good as new. 3 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
farnz Posted October 9, 2020 Share #5 Posted October 9, 2020 So, regular flossing is shown to be important yet again! Pete. 1 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tobey bilek Posted November 27, 2020 Share #6 Posted November 27, 2020 I think this is a testament to keeping things clean when not in use, ie dust free Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
epand56 Posted January 1, 2021 Share #7 Posted January 1, 2021 Advertisement (gone after registration) On 10/9/2020 at 2:36 AM, farnz said: So, regular flossing is shown to be important yet again! My dentist always tell me that 😂. The extended power of dental floss. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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