Contax light leaks

[Kvistgaard]

Hi,
I've recently been given a Contax 139 Quartz SLR. It works fine, except the film door seems to let in a bit of light, judging by the roll of film I just developed. Not a lot of light, but still it should be fixed.

The foam light seals on the film door are sticky to the touch, which I suspect is a sign they need replacement. Would you have any suggestions how I could replace them, and what with? I'd rather avoid sending the entire camera off for a repair, if possible - I am based in Denmark.

Thanks in advance!

 

[Vincent DiPietro]

I seem to recolect that on Ebay there are "do-it-yourself" kits offered that address this matter. You may want to check it out.

 

[infest]

I bought a sealing kit from Contax in the UK. I then replaced all the seals - good for next 10 years, I hope.

 

[Mike Kennedy]

You have to go with the "interslice" kit.
E-Bay #110254527804.
I've resealed 8 cameras with John's kits.Wonderful stuff.

 

[naeroscatu]

I endorse Interslice as well. the kit comes with do-it-yourself instructions. you can't go wrong.

 

[RH Designs]

You have to go with the "interslice" kit.
E-Bay #110254527804.
I've resealed 8 cameras with John's kits.Wonderful stuff.

Agreed - solved the same problem with my RTS II. Easy to use, and excellent value.

 

[Kvistgaard]

Thanks a lot for referring me to Interslice! I was hoping for an affordable DIY solution like the one he offers, especially after checking repair costs with a leading Danish camera dealer (Photografica in Copenhagen), who offered to replace the sealing for roughly USD100 + shipment costs!! APUG even saves you money!