15 - Overhaul

This description of ' what an overhaul is ' applies to your item when sent for repair. We only do complete overhauls. No "oh if you want that fixed too, you'll have to send it back and pay again" deal here. Full overhauls only, and that is in your best interests. What is itemized below applies to most OM bodies. What a lens, winder or flash may need will differ, but all items are gone through thoroughly.

Each repair is done one at a time, from beginning to end, and is usually shipped by Ground UPS the same day the work is completed. After the estimate is approved, (and it's your turn in line) your repair gets our undivided attention (approximate turnaround time is on our index page.)

First, your main complaints are addressed (whatever they might be). Wind jammed, release jammed, no flash sync, meter not working? (....there could be 6 different things that could cause a meter to fail.) If a dead meter can be fixed without replacing the meter coil itself, then it will probably be fixed under the flat rate overhaul price. If required, parts and prices will be listed separately.

Adjustment of curtain speeds and shutter shutter speeds to factory specs (curtains must go across the film aperture at the same speed).

Adjustment of meter position to factory specs (meter accuracy and actual exposure are 2 independent systems. Meter needle position can be off plus or minus while actual speed or auto exposure is on the button etc.)

Adjustment of flash sync timing to factory specs.

Adjustment of auto exposure accuracy to factory specs. (while OM-2S & PC "Auto" modes are adjustable, "PROGRAM" mode cannot be adjusted. )

If bottom of camera has been taped over for protection, tape will be removed. Covers must be removed for servicing and serial number must be clearly visible.

The equipment is cleaned thoroughly once a repair is started, and again when all repair work is done. This includes mirror, focus screen, film chamber, eyepiece glass, misc. crevices around body etc. Body needs a second cleaning especially after old back foam is cleaned out.

If major parts are needed (like top cover, meter movement, mirror, eyepiece glass etc.) they will be itemized and priced separately on the estimate. Repairs may be re-estimated if the need for major parts is discovered during repair.

Replacement of light-tight foam around back cover, at hinge area and inside mirror box (mirror bumpers). Literally every OM body I see has BAD mirror and back foam. BAD PRISM FOAM IS ALWAYS REMOVED (OM-1 thru 2N). Even 4T's and Ti's are showing the need for new back foam. This is replaced as a regular part of every overhaul.

The OM-1/1N overhaul price includes conversion to the silver oxide 1.55v battery and includes your first battery. Use 357, SR44, MS76, KS76, G13, S76 or silver oxide equivalent. If you are using an MR9 and don't want the internal conversion, be sure to mention it in your cover letter. My internal silver oxide conversion essentially builds the diode of the MR9 INTO the meter circuit: no adapter to buy or lose.

Body is cleaned af dust, debris, lint. Gears and levers are re-greased, small worn out parts (if any) are replaced. There may be a lot of work done during an overhaul that is not listed here.

In multiple OM body repairs, I do my best to match cameras to one another. When finished they will be very close to each other and well within factory tolerances. Overhauled bodies may not match meters in camera's which you have not had overhauled yet.

Meters are generally adjusted to "zero". Meters will not necessarily match exactly at all light levels (this cannot be done). This applies to OM bodies. Older RFs (35RD, RC, ED, SP, SPn, XA) are much more difficult to match, though with print film, I've never had any problems. Meters calibrated by Camtech will not necessarily match other camera's or handheld meters you may have that have not been overhauled.

Completed, paid overhauls are covered by a 6 month warranty. Warranty is cancelled if equipment is abused (dropped, tampered, exposed to sand, water etc.) Warranty is also voided if someone else tries to fix it (as in "well, it seemed like a simple problem and I didn't want to have to send it back. My uncle said he could fix it") BOIOIOING....warranty cancelled. No warranty on aftermarket leather coverings, though we are very careful with them.