----- Original Message ----- From: "Don Herring" Subject: Semi-permanent screw mount adapter attachment
> I've tried removing the locking spring from the adaptor and using the screw > to set the adapter on the lens, but it doesn't seem to hold. Which has lead > to the thought of drilling a small hole or indent into to thread for the > screw to set into. Check and make sure that the hole does indeed go all the way through the adaptor. If it does, that should be all that is required. > > I've also thought about some form of adhesive to attach the adapter to the > lens, but I'm kind of torn as to what to use. I know epoxy would do the > trick, but that would make it permanent. I've also thought about some of > that blue thread lock compound but am unsure if that would be sufficient. > > Has anyone used any type of adhesive in this manner, and how did it work > out? Any other thoughts? I would like to come up with a solution that > could be reversed if need be. Thread locking compounds come in a variety of strengths, from easily removable to rent a jack hammer. I hesitate to recomend the stuff though, as if you really want to be able to remove the ring down the road, it might make it difficult to clean the threads on the lens when you want to convert back to screw mount. You should be able to lock it on sufficiently with the spring attachment screw, providing it can be screwed entirely through the adaptor. William Robb
