Need Help with Minox 35ML Camera Repair - Part Placement and Purpose

[KayCole]

Hi Everyone,

I’m working on repairing my Minox 35ML camera and I’ve encountered a bit of a challenge. I have a part named (Aufzugsstange) in German, which translates to Lift Rod in English, and I’m not entirely sure how to properly reinstall it or what its specific function is.

I’ve uploaded some photos for reference. In the first photo, you’ll see the part in question. The second photo shows me holding the part for a better view of its size and shape. In the third photo, I’ve highlighted with a red arrow where the piece originally came from.

What I’m looking for:

    1.    Guidance on how to correctly place the Lift Rod back into its original position.
    2.    An explanation of the purpose of this part within the camera’s mechanism.

Any help or advice from those familiar with the Minox 35ML or similar cameras would be greatly appreciated. I want to make sure I reassemble it correctly and understand its function.

Thanks in advance for your assistance!

[MTC Photography]

I  dont  think  you  can  get  any  Minox  parts,  your best bet  is  to trash  it  and buy  another one  from  amazon  or  ebay

[vladdnett]

You could try MS Hobbies. They repair and service Minox cameras. They also sell Minox 35s. Good luck

[robert_ante]

If this is a project to be attempted just because it exists, go for it. I wish you success. On the other hand, if the goal is to have a working Minox 35, MTC has already given the practical solution. The Minox 35 is an amazing go anywhere portable camera as far as design, but of unpredictable reliability.. Many Minox aficionados have successively replaced Minox 35s as they died. Such is the life of a Minox 35.:

[MTC Photography]

You  may  try   DAGCAMERA    in  USA

 

https://www.dagcamera.com/store/c1/Featured_Products.html

 

They  repaired   my   Minox  A,  good  service

[MTC Photography]

You  may  also  try   Kindermann  Canada  

 

,https://lightprogroup.com/pages/kindermann-canada