Lose advance lever on my Yashica FX-D

[Baloo]

So after many rolls of film the advance lever on my old Yashica has come loose. As In It’s still attached, but swings back and forth freely. Do you think this is something I can fix myself, or will I have to get it done professionally.

Has anybody had a similar problem, and was able to fix it themselves?

Any guidance appreciated.

 

[BobD]

Find another that works.

 

[Baloo]

Find another that works.

Top quality answer right there! Thanks for the input.

 

[Helios 1984]

Top quality answer right there! Thanks for the input.

Here’s a video that shows how to remove the top cover of a Yashica FR1. It should be similar to the FX-D.

 

[Baloo]

Here’s a video that shows how to remove the top cover of a Yashica FR1. It should be similar to the FX-D

that actually really helps. Thanks!

 

[dxqcanada]

 

[BobD]

Be sure to let us know how the repair went.

 

[Robsouzza]

hello!
I had this problem and solved it by pushing the lever a little bit further. I think this happens when you try to shoot one last photo but there isn't enough film, so the shutter doesn't cock properly and the lever goes loose.

 

[ic-racer]

Not sure about the FX-D but on the FX-3, the screw holding the wind lever is reverse threaded.

 

[BobD]

So, Baloo, how did the repair go?