Nikor push/pull lens
Jan 16, 2015 07:01:45 #
paulrph1
Loc: Washington, Utah
I have a Nikor push pull zoom lens and it seems to be a little rusty when it come to changing zooms. But it does still work. I called Nikon and they told me to send it in. I cannot afford to do that. Anyone have any suggestions? Otherwise I will deal with it as is.
Jan 16, 2015 07:12:47 #
You seem to have answered your own question.
Jan 16, 2015 07:27:54 #
paulrph1
Loc: Washington, Utah
Yes and no. I can work with it for now but can foresee future problems?
Jan 16, 2015 07:33:44 #
paulrph1 wrote:
I have a Nikor push pull zoom lens and it seems to be a little rusty when it come to changing zooms. But it does still work. I called Nikon and they told me to send it in. I cannot afford to do that. Anyone have any suggestions? Otherwise I will deal with it as is.
I have a 35-70mm push/pull, and so far, so good. Forcing it to move as it gets tight could do damage. It could be something as simple as renewing the lubrication. Nikon will give you a price before they do the work.
http://www.nikonusa.com/en/Service-And-Support/Service-And-Repair.pageThe alternative to a Nikon repair would be an independent.
Try Rick Riggins, a member here who has done repairs for me and others.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/user_list.jsp?username=riggins
Jan 16, 2015 08:28:50 #
paulrph1 wrote:
I have a Nikor push pull zoom lens and it seems to be a little rusty when it come to changing zooms. But it does still work. I called Nikon and they told me to send it in. I cannot afford to do that. Anyone have any suggestions? Otherwise I will deal with it as is.
Push/Pull zoom lenses have the inherent problem of attracting dust in the slide mechanism, over time that can lead to stiff, or jerky motion. Usually a cleaning by a good lens repair shop can fix the issue.
RJRiggins11, as mentioned already, may be a good choice if you don't have a repair center closer to you.
Jan 17, 2015 06:43:30 #
I sent my 35-70 f2.8 to nikon for repair after dropping the lens. I believe the charges were about $250. When returned it was like new
Jan 17, 2015 11:50:31 #
paulrph1 wrote:
I have a Nikor push pull zoom lens and it seems to be a little rusty when it come to changing zooms. But it does still work. I called Nikon and they told me to send it in. I cannot afford to do that. Anyone have any suggestions? Otherwise I will deal with it as is.
Joe W. at Tempe Camera Repair works wonders. They service the pros that come for sporting events like the NFL, NBA, MLB and NASCAR among others. Totally honest. Give them a call.
http://www.tempecamera.biz/
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