Thanks. The Miranda definitely has a problem with the meter due to the
badly corroded battery box (with no indication yet how deep that goes or
if the sensor itself is working). I think the only mechanical problem
is lubrication of the low speed governor. On some cameras that's not
hard to reach but the Miranda appears to require complete removal of the
mirror box to get to the shutter gears underneath. But I'm not 100%
sure of that. Maybe just removal of the bottom cover but I haven't even
tried that simple step yet. But I'll enjoy tinkering. If I break it
further nothing lost except the shipping I paid Bill. That was a good
deal for a little tinkering fun.
Chuck Norcutt
Sue Pearce wrote:
> Chuck,
>
> The local repairman, who is highly qualified (he's one of the few
> independant Nikon warranty stations left) and has worked on all my
> Hasselblads and my OM1's, but is wise enough to know not to work on OM2s and
> 4's, says that all Miranda cameras will have major problems soon if not
> sooner. He has seen everything, and cautions buyers.
>
> My father had a pony 828. He shot mainly slides, which while larger than
> 35mm, could be loaded in the same projecter (what a great film format!), and
> looked fantastic! I don't know if the lens was thatgood, or if it was the
> real estate, but they were really good. Dont know about the 135 version,
> though.
>
> Bill Pearce
>
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