When fixing a Canon FTB where this had deteriorated, I used part of a
computer mousepad, cut to fit. It seems to be better than the original
foam. And one mouse pad will do about 4000 cameras.
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From: "Kelvin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Thursday, May 10, 2001 6:17 PM
Subject: Re: [Cameramakers] replacement foam
> Hi
>
> It's not really for sealing as in the filmback etc. ... what I had in mind
> was the sponging where the mirror bounces off when it flips up. Will this
> felt do?
>
> ----- Original Message -----
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> Sent: Friday, May 11, 2001 6:52 AM
> Subject: Re: [Cameramakers] replacement foam
>
>
> >
> >
> > On Thu, 10 May 2001 23:39:44 +0800 kelvin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> > writes:
> > > hi guys
> > >
> > > I need some foam for relining my old pentax spotmatics, where the
> > > same has perished.
> > >
> > > Besides ordering from the US (I don't reside there) ... does anyone
> > > have suggestions of an alternative source, or substitute material?
> >
> > I have been using 1/32" self adhesive black felt for re-sealing older
> > SLRs with great success. It is much easier to work with and will not
> > degrade the way foam does. It is available in any hobby/craft store.
> >
> >
> >
> > Tony Ascrizzi - Electric Vehicle Systems
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> > Worcester, MA 01605 (508) 799-5650
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