Dean,
I've had a CLA performed on two bodies by Camtech. John H. does a superb
job and he cares about the work he does. Each shop has its own definition
of what constitutes a "CLA" and John H. has a general description of his on
his web site. If you have any questions about a CLA or special work you
would like him to do on a specific OM body, just email him. I had one done
just before selling the body, and the other to restore a heavily used body
(in excellent cosmetic condition) to pristine working condition. Yes, OM
withdrawl can be an issue.
More seriously:
No professional would work without spares of very nearly everything, or at
least a work-around to keep shooting if equipment fails. Semi-pro and very
serious amateurs should also have spare gear. Having an entire 35mm SLR
system "down" for a couple months for CLA's or repairs is a Bad Thing.
Less seriously:
Welcome to Zuikoholism. One of the reasons to justify a second OM body. :-)
I have three: OM-4 as body most often used (first choice in the bag);
OM-2S as a spare to backup the OM-4 and sometimes used to shoot different
film without having to unload the OM-4. OM-1n with mechanical shutter for
shooting in severe cold weather; also used to shoot different film without
having to unload the OM-4 or OM-2S; obviously it's also a backup to the
OM-4, but I'd rather use the OM-2S with OTF metering and flash control. I
used the "program" mode in the 2S once (a few frames on one roll) just to
test it.
Used the OM-2S while the OM-4 was in for CLA, and was very glad I got it to
backup the OM-4 a while ago.
-- John
At 18:07 11/21/01, Bill Stanke wrote:
Dean,
I recently received my OM-1 back from CAMTECH. In the case of an OM-1,
the service includes converting from the 1.35 volt mercury battery to a
modern 1.5 volt silver-oxide battery. The battery well is modified to
properly hold the (smaller) battery. I assume that John installed a
diode to drop the voltage from 1.5 volts to 1.35 volts, but I've never
asked him.
All of the foam was replaced with new stuff. I assume that John cleans
the stuff that needs cleaned and adjusts the stuff that needs adjusted,
but I don't know the details. It is as close as I will ever get to
unwrapping a new OM-1. John fitted mine with a new top cover, which
added to the "new" look.
This is a very worthwhile expense. I'm meeting my dad for lunch. I'm
going to swap dad my OM-1 for his OM-1, and send his off for servicing.
The only drawback that I can think of is that you will experience "OM
withdrawal syndrome" and will purchase additional OM bodies to keep you
company! <g>
Bill Stanke
Dean wrote:
>
> What exactly do CLAs on OM bodies entail? What should I expect from one?
> For example, should the viewfinder return spotless and dustfree? Will the
> mirror be cleaned? Will all of the foam be replaced? What else should one
> expect? I'd appreciate your input on this newbie question. thanks.
> -dean
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