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<p>Processed a 120 roll of FP4+ in Microphen yesterday. Negatives look just fine, so I'm off and running. Going forward, I will do clearing tests from each film to check the TF4 potency.</p>

<p>Thank you for responding! I plan to start developing some old rolls today (everything is old around here, including me). When last I developed film, I was using a two bath process for fixing. I will start there and see what results are achieved.<br> Thanks again.<br> John</p>

<p>I have an old bottle (years and years) of TF4 concentrate. Rather than toss it, I mixed up half to working strength. The solution remained cloudy for about an hour but eventually did clear. I've done a film strip test and it cleared the strip in under 30 seconds. It should be safe to use, right?<br> Thanks, John</p>

<p>I use the D5500 and enjoy it very much! It doesn't have all the "bells and whistles" offered by other models, but its more than enough camera for my hobbyist needs.<br> I have been thinking about purchasing a full frame, digital Nikon and to that thought; are there any whispers about an updated Df body?</p>

<p>Thanks to everyone for the good advice and for sharing your photos and experiences.<br> I apologize for taking this long (a month) to acknowledge your help and I greatly appreciate that you would take the time to respond.<br> I've just ordered a new Nikon 200-500mm/f5.6 E AF-S VR lens! I should have it in hand next week.<br> I had some difficulty deciding between this lens and the Tamron 150-600mm/f5-6.3. I'm sure both are good performers (in the proper hands). <br> I live about an hours drive from Minneopa State Park (Minnesota) where the Minnesota State Zoo and MN. Dept. of Natural Resources are managing a small Bison herd. Most of the animals are "transplanted" there from Blue Mound State Park near Luverne, MN.<br> Kent, You and I are practically neighbors considering the far flung group of contributors to P.NET!<br> Again, many thanks to all! I hope I'll be able to share some good pics soon.</p>

<p>I'm trying to decide on a lens for long telephoto (wildlife, primarily Bison) for my Nikon D5500. <br> The newer Nikon 80-400 mm AF-S is what I am currently considering (but the price is more than I wanted to spend) so cheaper alternatives are what I'm after here.<br> Thanks for your help,<br> John</p>