Contax T question

[nightfly]

I just received a Contax T that I bought off ebay. Great little camera with one problem. When I have it loaded up with film, it seems like there is a slight rattle from the film cartridge, like it's not being held quite tight enough. As it's my first roll, I have no idea if maybe I didn't load it right or if I just got an especially loose cartridge of Tri-X or what but it just feels like the cartridge rattles when I shift the camera. There didn't seem to be any foam or anything in the case, it's all just solid material so I'm not sure why this would be, even if it was extensively used. The pressure plate seems to hold the film quite firmly as I put the bottom on and the rattle feel is coming very much from the cartridge side of the camera. Could be that the winder is loose.

Any ideas?

 

[steamer]

I would not worry, both of mine seem to rattle a bit but everything works fine.
These little cameras are big fun, enjoy.

 

[FrankS]

If it really bugs you, glue in a small strip of foam that will push against the metal film cartridge to keep it from rattling.

 

[ChrisPlatt]

Does it rattle without film, too?
If so, check the spring tension on the pressure plate.

If not, it's probably nothing to worry about.
If it really annoys you, Frank's suggestion should work...

Chris

 

[Rico]

Film canister rattling is normal, and indicates the T has no DX contacts. This is a Good Thing. Don't worry about it!