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Subject: [OM] Re: WTB: Tripod Ring
From: "Joel Wilcox" <jfwilcox@xxxxxxxxx>
Date: Tue, 4 Apr 2006 09:11:41 -0500
On 4/4/06, Ian Nichols <ian.a.nichols@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> On 03/04/06, Joel Wilcox <jfwilcox@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> >
> >
> > Depending on what it's to be used for, it can definitely be made to
> > fit.  The soft inner liner can be removed.  When replaced with a
> > simple piece of electrical tape, it is a perfect fit for the Tamron SP
> > 80-200, for example, and is superior to Tamron's mount IMHO.
>
>
> As I have a Tamron SP 80-200/2.8 with no tripod ring, I was encouraged by
> reading that.  So I contacted Luton Camera Repairs (who officially fix Oly
> gear in the UK) and got this reply, which, whilst not wishing to do John out
> of any business, I forward here for the benefit of UK list members:
>
>
> Re. Zuiko 300mm f/4.5 lens
> >
> > Tripod Mount Ring (ZD303100) is in stock: £28.54
> > Post & Packing: £3.00
> > TOTAL: £31.54
> >
>
> As I'm in Bristol, where they have a branch, I might see If I can collect
> one from there and save the postage.

Go for it!  I was reminded by Moose yesterday that in addition to
removing the stock liner, there is a little centering nubbin that will
need to be filed down.

Joel W.
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