Nikon AI conversion

[Phil_F_NM]

Does anyone know where I can find a Nikon AI conversion aperture ring?
I just came into a fantastic condition Nikkor SC 50mm f/1.4 and I'm dying to use it on my D2x (which needs AI or later.)
I really don't want to hack up the original aperture ring with a dremel and a file either. I'd rather take an AI aperture ring from a junker lens and retrofit it if I can't find the proper conversion.
So, does anyone know where I might be able to find the part?

Thanks all,
Phil Forrest

 

[JRG]

I doubt you'll be able to find the correct aperture ring by itself. That was a popular lens, and like may other such, the AI conversion kits got snapped up quickly.

A better bet might be to find a fungus-infested lens that was converted long ago.

Or, have the conversion done by a pro. I've seen some recent conversions that don't look too bad and the cost isn't unreasonable.

Good luck with it!

 

[James24]

Very difficult to find now for a 50/1.4. These are the usual places to look.

http://www.crystalcamera.com/aikits.htm

http://www.aztechservices.com/#

http://www.pacificrimcamera.com/catalog/ch73.htm

Your idea of finding a junker on ebay or elsewhere is probably your best bet. Or just sell your lens and find an equally good one that has already been AI'd. They're out there.

 

[lewis44]

John White still does AI Conversions and has been doing it almost forever. If you can't find an adapter ring (Almost Impossible now) John is the Guy.
Check here: http://www.aiconversions.com/
I used him before when I was in your situation.

 

[kshapero]

John White at AI conversations has been doing them for 35 years. Cheap and competent

 

[Vics]

Oh, man! John will be hearing from me! I just modernized from F to FM, and I have at least two and maybe four I need to get done. Good prices, too, I think.