Questions tagged “maintenance”

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Should you lubricate a new tripod’s leg locks and center column threads?

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David D

2y ago

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How can I add resistance to a manual lens focus ring so it stays at infinity?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

2y ago

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What can I use instead of Nikon WP-G1000 silicone grease for AW1 O-rings?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

3y ago

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How do I tighten a loose, floppy tripod head?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

4y ago

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How do I remove dried water or condensation spots from the front element of my lens?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

4y ago

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Should I expect a used large-format leaf shutter to need service?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

5y ago

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How should I store a lens with fungus until I can clean it?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

5y ago

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Why does my CPL filter look damaged inside the glass?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

5y ago

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Is this fungus in my lens, and can it spread to my camera or other lenses?

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5y ago

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How can I start learning camera repair, and what kinds of cameras are realistic to work on?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

5y ago

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How do I remove a rewind knob/button with two pin holes on a film camera bottom plate?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

5y ago

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How can I prevent fungus from returning in a lens after professional cleaning?

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Photography Stack Exchange contributor

5y ago

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How do I tighten loose lever locks on a light stand?

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5y ago

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Do speedlights need to be powered on or fired periodically during long storage?

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6y ago

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Can fingerprint oil damage lens coatings if left on for months?

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6y ago

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How should I store and maintain a spare Nikon EN-EL3e lithium-ion battery?

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6y ago

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Is lens fungus still a risk with modern lenses, and how can you prevent it in humid climates?

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6y ago

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How do I free up a stiff B+W circular polarizer without damaging it?

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6y ago

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Does a Nikon Coolscan film scanner need routine servicing?

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user86643

6y ago

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Is 37–48% humidity in a dry box safe, and why is brittle foam falling inside my film SLR?

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user80881

7y ago

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