I've had two early vintage LX [3200 ASA but prism release button doesn't activitate meter, no rollers on back cover, and old-style shutter curtain dot pattern] for a few years. I sent one for a CLA soon after I got it because of deteriorating foam around the focus screen. [I forget the cost]. Otherwise, I have not had any problem with sticky mirror or otherwise.
I recall someone on this list mentioning a while back that a sticky mirror problem would be fixed by Pentax as part of a CLA, without additional cost. I think the general consensus is to factor in the cost of a CLA when you buy an LX, at least an older one. After a CLA, you should have a great camera that, at least in my limited experience, is reliable. However, I wouldn't think that an LX would be sold "for parts" just because of a sticky mirror problem. Is there something else? Steve - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
