Is my18-55DXaf-s3.5-5.6G on the way out?

[marcantel]

<p>Kit Lens made in thailand purchased in 09 w/my first digital nikon 3000 is having problems.When I'm using it gets stuck on the hump @ 35mm when I zoom back and forth.If I switch from auto to manual sometimes it's a little easier to go over the hump.I like this lens on my 3000 in P&S mode for my wife to shoot.I know this lens is built w cheap construction but the optics are pretty good.Any Quick fix? </p>

[Wouter Willemse]

<p>Well, this is what is meant with the cheap construction, I think. I wouldn't try to fix the lens myself, because it's simply not made to be repaired (from the shots I've seen from this lens when taken apart). Or at least, I do not see how doable it'll be to glue it back together with sufficient precision.<br>

You can get these lenses for so little money that the easiest quick fix is replacing it, in my view.</p>

[ShunCheung]

<p>Right, you have had that lens for 6 years or so? It is about time to replace it. Those lenses with a plastic mount are not designed to last. Repair cost will likely exceed its current value.</p>

[chip_chipowski]

<p>Danny - you can get a refurbished current VR model for around $100.00. The new lens has helpful VR and collapses down to a very small size. </p>

[marcantel]

<p>Thanks for info .I'll squeeze everything out of it and throw it away .</p>