ethics_gradient
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When I got my secondhand R3a, I noticed the corners of the rubber coverings were coming up on the front. I didn't think too much of it, figured I could re-glue it later with some contact cement. When I went to push it back in to its spot, I found I couldn't get it to fit. It seems like it's expanded by a couple of mm, making it impossible to get a snug fit. Recently, the back grip came completely unglued, making it a much more pressing concern. Is there anything I could do to the original rubber to shrink it back down to size, or am I going to have to buy new pieces? I'd rather not replace it with anything from Cameraleather, I prefer the original "nose" on the back.
wblati
666
a photo would help.
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kermaier
Well-known
The Epson R-D1 is notorious for this problem, the chassis and RF of which is made by Cosina Voigtlander. Check the R-D1 forum for info.
Ari
Ari
ethics_gradient
Well-known
I don't have a macro lens for my DSLR, so I can't really take any shots that would show the problem. We're talking 2-3mm here.
Thanks for the tip, I checked and the only obvious thing I saw was people getting new, aftermarket coverings from Cameraleather? I'd really rather not do that, as I prefer the handling of the stock rear grip to not having one, not to mention the chance of spending weeks in limbo waiting on it.
VictorM.
Well-known
Maybe careful trimming with an Exacto knife would work. Then reglue.
Particular
a.k.a. CNNY, disassembler
This is what I did on my R-D1. It was tricky to get it right though.
Steve M.
Veteran
Duct tape it, then spray paint it. Instant grunge camera.
ethics_gradient
Well-known
I've been thinking about that... the back looks like it would be especially difficult because of the "bump". Do you think heating the blade first would be a good idea?
I was considering doing what someone in the RD-1 thread did, just putting down some tape in its place. Would definitely make it a less attractive prospect to potential thieves.
nome_alice
Established
i had this same problem with my R2A. i took the rubber off completely, cleaned it then trimmed it down to size and glued it back on with selley's liquid nails.
ethics_gradient
Well-known
Any special tips on the trimming? I was thinking of making a light guide line with a hobby knife with the rubber still on the camera, then removing it and using a metal straightedge to try and keep the blade as straight as possible when making the final cut.