Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/09/21
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Anthony, Although a modern Leica doesn't really need any regular maintenance under conditions of regular usage, any mechanical device can need a periodic adjustment. My trusty, 39-year-old M2 just had its first CLA this past year. The slow speeds were getting erratic and I figured that while it was opened up a little preventative lubrication wouldn't hurt. Ended up having the strap lugs replaced as well. There are those who think that Leicas should go in every few years whether they need it or not. I don't agree. But, I fully expect to send my M6s in when they're 39 or 40 years old <g>. It has also been said that the M cameras prior to the M4-2 were built to be adjusted and the later models were built more to have parts replaced. If this is true, an occasional CLA makes sense on an M2-M5. Bryan - ----- Original Message ----- From: Anthony Atkielski <anthony@atkielski.com> To: <leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us> Sent: Tuesday, September 21, 1999 1:14 PM Subject: Re: [Leica] Curtain problem or what? Need your help! > From: Paul Chefurka <Paul_Chefurka@pmc-sierra.com> > Sent: Tuesday, September 21, 1999 20:39 > Subject: RE: [Leica] Curtain problem or what? Need your help! > > > > Cleaning, Lubrication and Adjustment > > Hmm. And what are the reasons for getting a CLA? I asked the Leica salesman if > the camera needed any regular maintenance, and he said no. > > I'm always suspicious of sending anything in for service if it isn't clearly > broken, as some service organizations are so bad that you end up with something > in worse shape than it was in when you sent it there. > > -- Anthony >