2007-02-19 04:03:42 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
Make it a pair of concrete shoes and throw it into the East River.
2007-02-19 06:23:46 · answer #1 · answered by Brian Ramsey 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Canon Squeal
2016-12-10 19:27:56 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The squeal is a common problem in the AE-1 and A1 lines and is caused by a lack of lubrication in the shutter mechanism (namely the gears).
The best way is to send the camera to a knowledgeable Canon repairman for what is commonly called a "CLA" (cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment).
A good technician will clean the entire shutter assembly (along with the entire camera), re-lubricate the assemblies (with the proper lube), clean it and recalibrate the shutter speed.
Most places will do this for under $100 and it can take 2-4 weeks.
I don't recommend that you try any "home remedies" that you may find on the internet unless you are very comfortable working on intricate mechanical things -AND- willing to risk doing more damage.
I had a CLA done on my Pentax ME Super (for $75) and the camera came back in fantastic shape. If you want to keep your AE1 running I highly recommend it.
An easy place to find folks that do CLA's is on eBay (believe it or not), but be sure you find someone with good feedback and a strong warrantee policy.
If you're not comfortable going the eBay route a quick Yahoo! or Google search on "Canon CLA" will turn up a number of vendors.
Good luck and keep shooting!
2007-02-19 04:17:31 · answer #3 · answered by TheBigSquareHead 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋