[MF3D.FORUM:1321] Re: Sputnik Questions

[Rod Sage <rsage@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I had this same problem trying to get those little screws out. I ended
up retapping with a size 1-72 tap and using 1-72x3/16" brass machine
screws from a large hobby shop. Most hardware stores don't carry the
small stuff. The screws stick out a bit and look funny but work fine.
Rod S.

> Does anyone know how to reliably remove the tiny
> screws that keep the focus gear on the Sputnik
> lens assembly, without causing the soft metal to
> shred?  I have several ruined screw heads, and
> one camera where I can't get the gears off at
> all to adjust the focus.
>
> How about a source for replacement screws (try
> not to laugh too hard!)?
>
> I've just run across the second case of a Sputnik
> whose shutter won't close after firing.  I think
> the first one was both sides, this one is just the
> left side.  Anyone know how to fix it?
>
> Thanks,
> Paul Talbot
>