antoine_morin Posted October 7, 2003 Share Posted October 7, 2003 The diaphragm blades of my 35mm AF-D F/2 look "wet", likely because of oil or lubricant. The lense was purchased used, is out of warranty, but is very dear to me. Can someone recommend a shop, ideally in Ottawa, to have it cleaned and repaired? And for those of you who have benn there before me, was it a recurring problem? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mskovacs Posted October 7, 2003 Share Posted October 7, 2003 <p>This is an <a href="http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/35af.htm">extremely common problem</a> with this lens. So common, that you might want to give Nikon a call to see if its covered under warranty, whether expired or not. <p>The only place I can recommend is Winball Camera in Toronto. The website seems to be down. Raymond Fung is a former big shot from Nikon Hong Kong and really knows his stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason michael Posted October 7, 2003 Share Posted October 7, 2003 Another reputable Toronto shop is Kominek Camera http://www.kominek.com/ I agree that contacting Nikon might result in a free repair or replacement. Try and get in touch with the manager of repairs at Mississauga Nikon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mskovacs Posted October 7, 2003 Share Posted October 7, 2003 Kominek was recommended to me for my Rolleiflex's CLA back when I lived in Vancouver. Haven't tried them yet but I have an 80-200/4.5 that I want overhauled (zoom loose) so it'll be one of the above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dym_1 Posted October 7, 2003 Share Posted October 7, 2003 Antoine, just send it directly to Nikon Canada in Mississauga. I had a lens that I dropped and I took it to a Nikon dealer to get it fixed. They told me that they had to send it out and said that it would take 4-6 weeks. I called Nikon Canada Service myself and they told me I could send it directly to them. The lens was fixed and it was returned to me in 2 weeks. See link for address. http://www.nikon.ca/corporate/default.asp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick_gray Posted October 12, 2003 Share Posted October 12, 2003 Antoine, I reside in Ottawa as well and it won't happen here. As already mentioned,Raymond Fong(www.winballcamera.com) or Nikon Canada in Mississauga are your two best options. Good luck! Rick Gray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antoine_morin Posted October 22, 2003 Author Share Posted October 22, 2003 Taking the advice provided here, I sent my lense to Winball Camera Repairs. They did a good job, swiftly, for a reasonable price ($72CAN, taxes and return shipping included). I shall update this thread if the problem resurfaces. Thanks to all who responded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antoine_morin Posted April 28, 2005 Author Share Posted April 28, 2005 Sadly, within 18 months, oil reappeared on the blades. I'll use the lens only wide open until the Sigma 30 f/1.4 is out. Then I'll decide whether I get the lens fixed by Nikon Canada or simply replace it by the Sigma. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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