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| Posted: Fri Oct 4th, 2013 15:23 |
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jk
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Ed, it might be cheaper to get a new tripod collar as a spare part rather than sending the lens in for repair!
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| Posted: Sat Oct 5th, 2013 12:26 |
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Ed Matusik
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To update, I fully unscrewed the friction lock and, with a combination rubber/plastic mallet gave the collar several short blows at the tripod mount location (of course it was not mounted in a tripod at the time). Nothing - the collar never moved.
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| Posted: Sat Oct 5th, 2013 13:50 |
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jk
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Ed, according to the notes I have read on the 200-400 the tripod collar does not come off. Is this true? I know you probably cant test this as it wont even turn but the lens instructions should say.
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| Posted: Sat Oct 5th, 2013 14:30 |
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Ed Matusik
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jk wrote:Ed, according to the notes I have read on the 200-400 the tripod collar does not come off. Is this true? I know you probably cant test this as it wont even turn but the lens instructions should say. Well, according to my User's manual (p. 25), "It's possible to remove the tripod collar by removing the tripod collar lock screw. For details on this procedure, contact your nearest Nikon service center or representative office." There's a small retaining screw visible when the lock screw is fully open; however, the collar just slips over the lens barrel and doesn't open like a hose clamp. Nevertheless, the thing is so firmly attached to the lens barrel in my case that I can't see where trying to remove it is feasible for me.
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| Posted: Sat Oct 5th, 2013 15:34 |
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jk
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Ed, I just managed to get hold of an AFS 200-400 VR manual. In the manual it says......It's possible to detach the tripod collar by removing the tripod collar lock screw. For details on this procedure, contact your nearest Nikon service center or representative office. I think there is a screw in the the base of the Tripod Locking screw that you can unscrew that allow the complete removal of the tripod locking screw. If you can remove the tripod locking screw then the tripod collar should be able to be removed or else you might be able to put a 'little' oil into the hole which may then free the lens. I think like Robert says you may have dirt or a little corrosion in the gap between the lens tripod collar and the lans body. Good luck.
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| Posted: Sun Oct 6th, 2013 10:44 |
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Ed Matusik
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I loosened the set-screw and the larger friction screw came out easily. Looking into the opening, there is no evidence of dirt or corrosion. But, immediately to the rear of the collar is a ring about 3/8" wide that seems to be pushed against the collar. This ring looks as though it was intentionally fitted close to the collar ring using some tool which I do not have. I think the retaining ring is fitted too tightly and will not permit the collar to move.
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| Posted: Sun Oct 6th, 2013 13:31 |
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jk
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Which version of the lens do you have VR or VRii ? I think in truth that for your peace of mind it might be better to send back to Nikon Tech for a service repair.
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| Posted: Sun Oct 6th, 2013 13:37 |
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jk
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Ed Matusik wrote: I loosened the set-screw and the larger friction screw came out easily. Looking into the opening, there is no evidence of dirt or corrosion. But, immediately to the rear of the collar is a ring about 3/8" wide that seems to be pushed against the collar. This ring looks as though it was intentionally fitted close to the collar ring using some tool which I do not have. I think the retaining ring is fitted too tightly and will not permit the collar to move. Please can you take a picture so I can take a look at what you mean. This seems really problematic but it may be solved by seeing a picture.
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| Posted: Sun Oct 6th, 2013 14:06 |
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Ed Matusik
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Here it is JK. VR II. Attachment: 200-400 VRII Collar Ring (#1) Edit.jpg (Downloaded 12 times)
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| Posted: Sun Oct 6th, 2013 15:35 |
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jk
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Silly question but I need to ask it. Have you tried to move the collar anticlockwise as well as clockwise ? I think that considering the cost of the lens that I would get it checked out at a Nikon Repair Center. If it was purchased in the last two/three years then it should still be under warranty.
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