This kind of spare-part-sharing seems to go on on RFF quite a lot (experienced it myself twice the last couple of months, via PM-contacts with members, once to obtain a part and once providing a part).
Not sure of the RFF-owner is listening in, but wouldn't it be a good idea to organize a special folder for parts exchange?
I'm thinking of this kind of information exchange:
- members listing the parts camera's they own and which they're willing to share parts from
- other members making a request to obtain a part from a specific camera
- members listing specific needs for unlisted parts
There are some side-constraints to be fullfilled:
- all exchanges should be in principle free of charge (at least for parts that go via normal letter post, even abroad)
- there should be some limitations on the number of parts a member can obtain, or there could be a credit system related to the parts you make available yourself
- members who obtain a part should be motivated to describe and document the repair they're making
What do you think?
Groeten,
Vic
