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<blockquote data-quote="Pretzel" data-source="post: 271018" data-attributes="member: 12257">I'd say let a knowledgeable shop take a look.&nbsp; I'd almost bet that it's gumming up a bit from the dust introduced through the changes in focal length, or &quot;eye blow&quot; as some call it.&nbsp; Maybe it just needs a good cleaning and some lubrication.&nbsp; If it feels free with manual focus, I'd even go as far to say that it's probably just the internal focus motor.&nbsp;As far as it being more expensive than replacement, perhaps get a quote before authorizing repair?&nbsp; I know you can get a factory refurbished from Cameta for around...&nbsp; $130 or so if I remember right.&nbsp; Not too bad, and you can place the actual &quot;learner&quot; in a place of honor for the fond memories. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile&nbsp; &nbsp; :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></blockquote>

[QUOTE="Pretzel, post: 271018, member: 12257"] I'd say let a knowledgeable shop take a look. I'd almost bet that it's gumming up a bit from the dust introduced through the changes in focal length, or "eye blow" as some call it. Maybe it just needs a good cleaning and some lubrication. If it feels free with manual focus, I'd even go as far to say that it's probably just the internal focus motor. As far as it being more expensive than replacement, perhaps get a quote before authorizing repair? I know you can get a factory refurbished from Cameta for around... $130 or so if I remember right. Not too bad, and you can place the actual "learner" in a place of honor for the fond memories. :) [/QUOTE]

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