P3D Re: VM storage (and then some)

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In digest 2969 Gabriel Jacob wrote on the use of diskette drawers as VM
storage :

>What I have learned here on P3D is that there isn't many 3-D firsts.
>One good thing about recurring themes, ideas, arguments
>(ok discussions!), etc. brought back time and time again is that we
>get more in-depth. Also even though there is a wealth of information
>in the archives (and on Dan's CD!), it is hard to assimilate all
>that info in one sitting. Therefore it's great to bring up "new"
>ideas to the fresh faces on P3D. Problem is most "new" ideas are
>"old" ideas! ;-) Even on patent searches I am amazed how some new
>patents basically identical to old patents.

Gabriel, you're absolutely right ! It wasn't my intention to 'claim' an
invention. Just want to share with all you guys on this list what I think
comes in handy (and cheap). And these ideas are very simple most of the
times because I'm absolutely no stereo wise-guy.
I'm glad you also referred to Dan's 3D-CD.
You know of course that there is a second one in the makes ?

>You might try looking for Zip disk storage accessories. They are also
>about the right size. Also don't forget the envelopes, that some brands
>of 3.5 disks come with. They make perfect VM reel envelopes.
>Other potential canditates are photographic album pages. They come in
>various sizes.

See, this is just what I mean. Another couple of usefull tips !
Thanks Gabriel.

And in digest 2970 Gary Schacker comes up with another good one :

>Here's another "obvious" solution that may be new to some.

>If you have bare reels that need envelopes, simply open a VM envelope
>carefully so that all the flaps are exposed and the thing lies flat.
>Use double sided tape to affix it to a piece of paper.  Then just have
>it photocopied in B&W or color as many times as you need.  Cut out your
>new envelopes, fold and glue like the original.

Hey, this must be the season of good and easy to realize ideas !

In digest 2971 Jay Schumacher wrote (on his flash problems) :

>I think you may have hit the nail on the head. That certainly sounds
>plausible to me. I had placed a phone call to Zak who suggested that I
>send him the camera and the flash so that he could investigate. Since
>you say it is so easy to get to the contacts, I think I'll give
>cleaning them a try and if I screw something up...well, my camera
>already has an appointment at the clinic. ;-)

There is even a better way to clean contacts. Use contact spray (60 or 65)
which is available at Tandy (as far as I know). Use it scarcely. It will
solve (no pun intended) all your contact problems (only on metal contacts).

Sorry for any 'late' responses. I'm in digest mode (and I like it although
it has a couple of drawbacks).
I don't want to be filtered out and/or excluded ! I'm trying to learn from
everybody on this list. That's why I'm a member. I read each and every
digest !

In digest 2972 Robert Hattenhauer wrote :

>Can anyone recommend someone to repair a Revere and a Wollensak
>stereo camera. They both have the same problem, slow shutter speeds
>are out.

I don't think this is a problem. Lens assemblies are easy to obtain.
There is one at eBay at the moment !
It's easier to replace than to repair. Contact me via private mail if you
want more information.

Respectfully (re)submitted   8-)

Peter
GouDDDa
The Netherlands
(pzuijlekom@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx)



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