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[Mikel]

In the interest of getting more old classic cameras back on the street and getting more old geezers (like myself) off the streets I am proposing to start a thread which gives advice to other camera repair hobby types. I think that we are ready for this. (

[Charlie]

For people who don't trust their coordination to wave a hot soldering iron around delicate camera circuitry conductive epoxy makes a good substitute. No mixing necessary, it can be applied with a toothpick and is available in the small kits sold to re

[Harryrag]

Sorry, Charlie, for heavily contradicting. I have used that stuff myself and it may have its advantages when there is no other way. But using it also reqiures basic skills which people who don't trust their coordination are are lacking.
Is there

[Tom_cheshire]

Pliobond (the real thing) can be had at NetCraft fishing tackle supply.  The online link:  
 
http://www.jannsnetcraft.com/rod-building-epoxy/710503.aspx

[Dragunov]

when removing tight screws use the screwdriver with the LARGEST blade and FATTEST grip possible.
 
the larger blade prevents slipping, the fat handle gives you alot more torque. this really makes a difference in my experience...

[Ron_g]

I have found Pliobond at Ace Hardware here in the USA in three different size containers.
I bought a conductive glue online which appeared to be powered graphite suspended in a liquid that needed to be mixed thoroughly before using and I needed it to a

[Silversurfer]

Hi folks, first can I say I think Mikel's idea is very commendable. Yes, of course using tools incorrectly/improvising can (and will, in inexperienced hands) cause damage.  
But, everybody has to learn and starting on a cheap 'dead' camera

[Paul Ron]

Great Stuff foam. When you've had it with that dam old camera, fill it with Great Stuff foam.  
 
http://greatstuff.dow.com/
 

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[David_nebenzahl]

Mikel, thank you for starting this li'l barrel of fun here. Let the classically/politically incorrect stuff fly!
 
One question, though: I'm interested in that Foamies stuff, but so far I've only heard it mentioned as being available at W

[Mikel]

Well, I have no such qualms.  
 
As I implied in my beginning post, I really don't have any interest in politically, economically, or emotionally correct diversions. I have my own opinions on all of that stuff and I don't post them on a ca

[David_nebenzahl]

Just to clarify a very small point here, my comments were in no way meant to belittle or pick apart your suggestions. I'm simply looking for a way to satisfy my own peculiar requirement (not shopping at a business I consider despicable). I'm simply

[Scott]

David, those foamies are probably at the better art-supply or teacher-supply stores.
 
I have found them to be too dense, however, to use and door-seals. They don't compress well.  
 
Another DIY tip-- Black yarn makes a good seal in some

[Mikel]

I guess foamies and walmart are out of here.
 
So am I.
 
Mike

[David_nebenzahl]

Don't let the door hit you in the ass on the way out ...

[Prasanna]

I use Black knitting wool thread to seal the grooves and the felt from used 35mm cartridges for the door seal near the hinge. I stick them with Fevibond, which is like Pliobond. Any Latex rubber solution would do the job. For holes in the curtains I use