110 Camera Repairs : Completed. Need Advice.

christislord said:

Ok guys, I gave the camera a try and the film is sent off to the lab.
I sealed quite a few of the light leaks before using it. It was sure a fun light sieve to use!
Ended up using a really bright led light in a closet to find the light leaks.
Yes, I sure wish I wasn't so terrified of chemicals. Maybe my fear of my film getting lost in the postal system will be great enough that I will brave the chemicals someday!
Actually, manually winding the 110 cartridge was easier than winding a single use camera! It was just really hard to get the roll started.

Final thoughts, I figure that if I like 110, I will definitely like 120!

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Good for you! Please let us know how things turned out. I'm a big fan of at least trying to fix things when I can. If the results you get though are unacceptable, 110 cameras are cheap as dirt. I wonder though how much longer lomography will be making the stuff. Their black and white has been sold out forever. 110 without a scanning mask can be tricky to scan as well (but definitely doable!).

120 is a whole other beast with an entirely different feel/user experience. I'm sure you'll love it too.

christislord said:

Yes, I sure wish I wasn't so terrified of chemicals.

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There is nothing to be afraid of with standard photographic chemicals. As long as you don't drink the liquid concentrates or mixed solutions, eat powdered chemicals or inhale large quantities, or soak your hands in them there will be no problems.
Some people are allergic to one or more chemicals but the allergy is mild. If you have allergies consider wearing rubber gloves and a dust mask when working with photographic chemicals.
When mixing powdered chemicals power the powder slowly to keep the dust from it to a minimum. Pour at arm's length not in front of your nose.
Wipe up spills with a wet sponge or towel immediately then rinse the sponge or towel in running water.
Label all containers and utensils For Photo Use Only and store separate from other containers and utensils.
Label each chemical and mix date.
At the end of the processing session wash all equipment and the work area with mild soapy water (dish detergent) and rinse then let the equipment air dry before storing.

I got the scans back from the lab. I am happy with the results. I do think this is hands down the worst camera I have ever used for image quality though! I like Lomography so low quality can sometimes be a good thing. Thanks for all of your advice.

shutterfinger said:

Light sieve.

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There were no large noticeable light leaks in the photos.

AgX said:

To be on the absolute safe side put a tiny, tiny strand of plasticine into the slip lid of the cassette

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I ended up loading the film without it and it worked fine.

michr said:

There's a good chance your modified camera will just ruin every photo you take with it because of light leaks

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They came out really good.