jimsharpe
Newbie
Hi -
I recently got a plaubel Makina 67. Beautiful camera and I'm looking forward to getting it up and running. I've got a small problem with the wind lever skipping or not catching every time. Hopefully this won't be a big issue. Also, I am missing a users maunual and I am wondering if any one out there who might be a plaubel owner, has a copy of the manual in PDF format, or any format really that they would be willing to share with me? Thanks for any help in this endevour... Jim
I recently got a plaubel Makina 67. Beautiful camera and I'm looking forward to getting it up and running. I've got a small problem with the wind lever skipping or not catching every time. Hopefully this won't be a big issue. Also, I am missing a users maunual and I am wondering if any one out there who might be a plaubel owner, has a copy of the manual in PDF format, or any format really that they would be willing to share with me? Thanks for any help in this endevour... Jim
oftheherd
Veteran
You might try a search of the forums if you haven't already. I seem to recall this came up and was answered a while back. Within the last couple of months. And you can always try the Butkus site.
Good luck on the wind. I seem to recall hearing that was always a weak point of the camera. Hopefully not so with yours.
Good luck on the wind. I seem to recall hearing that was always a weak point of the camera. Hopefully not so with yours.
ath
Well-known
Maybe this http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=65059 helps for a start.
borrel
Børre Ludvigsen
I too am the happy (new) owner of a Makina 67. The first results are great, considering the miserable winter light we have been blessed with recently: http://abdallah.hiof.no/20081201-pm67/
- Børre
- Børre
1joel1
Well-known
Yes, it is/was a weak point for the 67. The 670 was much hardier and rarely suffered from that problem. If you wind the film gingerly and take care to not strip the gears, you can use it that way for many years. If you can find a repair, though, I would recommend a fix.
Joel
Joel
shiro_kuro
Charles Bowen
Sounds like it needs a trip to the spa .....
Nippon Photo Clinic INC.
920 Broadway # 705
New York NY 10010
1-212-982-3177
If you research you will find they come highly recommended and specialize in the repair of these cameras.
That is the thing with these cameras ..... The Cla is very expensive and should be considered into the price of the camera .....
I have the 670 and sent it off to NPC For a CLA and repair of the same problem you mentioned in regards to the film advance and a few other issues
it was not cheap ...... Beautiful camera ...I have no regrets ; ) except maybe getting the 67W lol
Nippon Photo Clinic INC.
920 Broadway # 705
New York NY 10010
1-212-982-3177
If you research you will find they come highly recommended and specialize in the repair of these cameras.
That is the thing with these cameras ..... The Cla is very expensive and should be considered into the price of the camera .....
I have the 670 and sent it off to NPC For a CLA and repair of the same problem you mentioned in regards to the film advance and a few other issues
it was not cheap ...... Beautiful camera ...I have no regrets ; ) except maybe getting the 67W lol
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jimsharpe
Newbie
Thanks for all your comments. I have taken it up to Berry Pro Camera in NYC for a once over. They worked on my Mamiya Super 23 and did a great job. they are also quite reasonable when it comes to the price for repairs. we'll see what happens with this one.
Does anyone know if the users manuals for the 670 and 67 are similar, or basically the same? The one difference I know is that the 670 can handle 220 as opposed to the 67 only taking 120?...
thanks,
Jim
Does anyone know if the users manuals for the 670 and 67 are similar, or basically the same? The one difference I know is that the 670 can handle 220 as opposed to the 67 only taking 120?...
thanks,
Jim
shiro_kuro
Charles Bowen
There does not seem to be many differences in the way these two cameras operate ....I cannot imagine the 67 manual being much different .........
-the ability to load 120 and 220 films
-an accurate two stroke film transport
-a new hot shoe, and
a shutter lock.....
Good luck with your repair ..
-the ability to load 120 and 220 films
-an accurate two stroke film transport
-a new hot shoe, and
a shutter lock.....
Good luck with your repair ..
1joel1
Well-known
The 67. like my W67, is a wee bit slippery compared to the 670.
Joel
Joel
jimsharpe
Newbie
looks like Berry Pro Camera may be able to do something with the transport mechanism, possibly refashioning a gear that is unobtainable. Thanks to all who responded with suggestions.
oftheherd
Veteran
Looking forward to hearing of your success and seeing photos from your camera.
ulrik
Established
Plaubel still exists and does repairs on the 67. I just had mine shipped to Germany for a check.
jimsharpe
Newbie
Looks like Berry Pro camera couldn't fix it - they tried to make a new gear, but were unsuccessful. Unfortunately, they can't simply get the part to replace it. I would really like to try NOT to send it to Germany for a repair, especially since it will cost a bundle to do this. So, I'm going to try one last place - Nippon Camera repair which was mentioned here earlier. Thanks for all the input on this... F.
jimsharpe
Newbie
Makina 67 REpaired!
Makina 67 REpaired!
So, after a few attempts at getting repairs I finally found a great place in NJ (Essex Camera Service in Carlstadt) that got the job done rather quickly and expertly... I had a transport problem - common with this model and it needed to be replaced. Unfortunately, the part is no longer being produced and is difficult to repair. These guys not only had (or found) the part and replaced it, they also did it at a reasonable price (not that it was cheap, but cheaper than a few other options I was looking at). plus they also cleaned, lubbed and calibrated all the other functioning parts of the camera including the meter and shutter... Excellent work. and the camera is taking excellent photos...
Makina 67 REpaired!
So, after a few attempts at getting repairs I finally found a great place in NJ (Essex Camera Service in Carlstadt) that got the job done rather quickly and expertly... I had a transport problem - common with this model and it needed to be replaced. Unfortunately, the part is no longer being produced and is difficult to repair. These guys not only had (or found) the part and replaced it, they also did it at a reasonable price (not that it was cheap, but cheaper than a few other options I was looking at). plus they also cleaned, lubbed and calibrated all the other functioning parts of the camera including the meter and shutter... Excellent work. and the camera is taking excellent photos...
shiro_kuro
Charles Bowen
Sounds great Jim.... I will keep this place in mind if I ever have to go that route again..
This camera really is excellent .... enjoy
This camera really is excellent .... enjoy
35mmdelux
Veni, vidi, vici
Ive got a pdf manual. will send via pm.
I have a 67 and use care when winding. I got lucky with mine; only had to change out the light baffle. great camera.
I have a 67 and use care when winding. I got lucky with mine; only had to change out the light baffle. great camera.