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In Admiration of the ELW
robert_bowring replied to rick_drawbridge's topic in Classic Manual Film Cameras
The Nikkormat EL and all of the other Nikkormat cameras always seem to be underrated for some reason. They are all really fine cameras. I have an Ft, FTn and two EL and all of the are just very good cameras. They are well made and have always been reliable. -
Nikon F Photomic Meter Head Service Recommendations
robert_bowring replied to FPapp's topic in Nikon
The battery conversion is to solder a small diode into the battery wire inside the finder. I can't remember what diode to use but it is a pretty simple job if you know how to solder. -
Nikon F Photomic Meter Head Service Recommendations
robert_bowring replied to FPapp's topic in Nikon
You don't state what is wrong with your FTn finders. I have never worked on a bulls-eye finder but have revived several FTn finders. The common problem is a dirty resistor ring in the meter. It is not hard to take the meter apart to clean the resistor ring. There are several YouTube videos explaining how to do it. The only tools you will require is a set of small slotted screwdrivers and a set of small JIS screwdrivers. I bought mine from a company called Micro Tools. Do NOT use a Phillips head screwdriver. Those small cross head screws are JIS screws and a Phillips head screwdriver will strip them. Once you get it apart you carefully clean the resistor ring with a cotton swab and alcohol. Do not use any kind of spray cleaner. As for the batteries, I have had the best success with the adapters from CRIS Camera.