Hilmersen
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Got a pin-hole in the curtain of my 2021 MP. Any reason not to fix it with liquid electrical tape?
Hole in curtain on MP - fix with liquid tape?
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p.giannakis
Pan Giannakis
If the hole is small, use ivory black oil paint. Use tiny amount at the end of a fine brush. Leave it for 5-6 days before adding a bit more if needed. Don't paint over the curtain - try to leave a bit of paint inside the hole with the tip of the brush.
I have also used like liquid electrical tape. The curtains becomes heavier and more rigid with it so use it as last resort if the hole is too big. You might have to increase the shutter tension if you add too much thought.
I have also used like liquid electrical tape. The curtains becomes heavier and more rigid with it so use it as last resort if the hole is too big. You might have to increase the shutter tension if you add too much thought.
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Ko.Fe.
Lenses 35/21 Gears 46/20
I used liquid tape for this. I even used curtains material as patch as well. But for this one some rare glue is needed. Forgot name of it. Old fashion glue with smell of Soviet shoes repair shop.
p.giannakis
Pan Giannakis
You can still find fabric glue in arts and crafts shops. But glue also turns slightly stiff when drying, you need tiny amount for the patch.
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Erik van Straten
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The best is Pan's idea. Ivory black oil paint is very good for fixing very small holes. If the hole is big it is better to install a new curtain. You probably still have warranty on this new camera. I wouldn't put anything substantial on the new curtains of a new camera.
Erik.
Erik.
Ko.Fe.
Lenses 35/21 Gears 46/20
I’m not at home, but on my way at essential service work. Once back home I could check this glue name. I got it after reading how to change curtains instructions, written by those who did regular repair.
Ko.Fe.
Lenses 35/21 Gears 46/20
Best idea is one which is known previously to work.
I know about liquid tape from Google search returns, photo forums.
I went to most regular store and purchased it of the shelf.
Where do I get ivory paint from, same place which sells mammoth’s tears?
p.giannakis
Pan Giannakis
I got mine from "The Works", it is a chain of shops found pretty much in any UK towns selling arts and crafts materials, books, gifts for kids etc. It was for about £3 if I remember correctly.
Erik van Straten
Veteran
In any artists material shop you can buy ivory black oil paint. Use a minute quantity with a thin artists oil paint brush - only to close the gap - and let it dry for a week.
Erik.
Erik.
ray*j*gun
Veteran
Yep that works!
Hilmersen
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Coldkennels
Barnack-toting Brit.
My god. How did that even happen? It looks like something has stabbed the curtain.
Erik van Straten
Veteran
I hope that you can close this hole with paint. I thought it was only a pinprick. It is easy for Leica or a good repairman to replace the curtain.
Erik.
Erik.
Hilmersen
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I have no idea how it happened....sadly.
p.giannakis
Pan Giannakis
I don't know where you are located but Alan Starkie (UK) charges £35 per curtain. I think it is quite cheap. Does your camera come with any type of warranty or something?
Coldkennels
Barnack-toting Brit.
I'm going to need the contact details for this man. My IIIg isn't looking too healthy, and while I've been toying with replacing it myself, £45 is a bloody bargain.
p.giannakis
Pan Giannakis
Hilmersen
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I received the camera directly from Leica Norway in January - bought new by me. Unfortunately I do not know of any independant Leica repair-guys in Norway...so I either have to repair it myself or send ut to Leica. I haven't checked if I can use my travel or home insurance.
p.giannakis
Pan Giannakis
I keep correcting my post. £35 is for screwmount leicas. For the M/MP is £65.
Hilmersen
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That is still extremely cheap.
