Source for Light Seals

Minolta93

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I think it's time for me to replace the light seals on my Minolta X-570. Does anyone know of a reputable seller for light seal material or light seal kits?
 

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If you want to cut your own, US Camera sells offcuts of the right foam very inexpensively:

Custom Foam Seals Long

USCamera Since 1998 Premium Quality Foam Lasts Years | Same High-Quality Japanese Foam As Original | Custom Foam Seals Long | 200mmL X 8.0mm W
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Use the "Fix Old Cameras" method--it works:

I fill the cap from a 35mm film canister with isopropyl alcohol, pulling the cut foam strip (backing paper removed) through it so that the whole strip is wet. It's easy to place it in the channel and adjust it so it isn't twisted. Then close the back and wait several hours for the alcohol to evaporate and the adhesive to work. Time-consuming but stress-free.
 

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Yep, temporarily removing the sticky with IPA (I use a cotton bud & wipe it along the sticky, a small section at a time) and when the IPA evaporates, the sticky is stuck )
For straight pieces, buying the foam (ebay) and cutting with a new scalpel and metal rule works fine. For an expensive camera or one with difficult light seal shapes, I would buy a pre-cut set.
 
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