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  1. Re: Using old time contact printer with new VG paper, too much light

    How about using a rheostat in line with the power supply to adjust the light output? Might be the simplest fix to lower the light level.
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    Minns Run
    4x5 B&J Watson Ysarex 127mm on HP5+ dev in PMK Pyro
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    Re: post your trees!

    B&J 4x5/127mm Ysarex, expired TXP dev in Rodinal 1+100
    scan of Forte 18x24cm working print(the finished 11x14 is too big for my scanner)





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    B&J 4x5 press-127/4.5 Ysarex on expired TXP dev in Rodinal 1+100
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    Re: Tripod question

    Induro Adventure series tripods, alloy units are under $200, light weight and sturdy.
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    Re: Turkey TX: 90 & Rain Tuesday --->

    I know exactly where Turkey Tx. is. I used to go out there alot. Now, go find Old Dime Box, Tx. I used to live at the intersection of Cele Rd., Haman Rd., and Manor Rd. in Manor(used to be Cele) Tx....
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    Re: Why I shoot Large Format

    I use LF to re-kindle my interest in photography. I've shot film for half a century and was feeling like there was nothing left for me to shoot. Seeing things through the ground glass, then having to...
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    Re: Introducing Children to LF Photography

    It's always great to see a youngster getting to use any film equiptment. I started my youngest daughter with a 4x5 when she was 11, she was already a seasoned pro in the dark room with 35mm and 6x9.
  9. Re: Leigh - Another excellent and smooth transaction

    I'd like to add my pat on the back to Leigh for a great deal gone the way they all should--smoothly.
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    Rapax shutter question

    I just purchased a B&J 4x5 press camera that came with a 135 Weltar Anastigmat in a Rapax shutter. Upon inspection, the "fully functioning" shutter only barely worked at speeds above 'T' and 'B' ,...
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    Re: Rapid Fixer - - TF-4 or Ilford Rapid Fix?

    I used to be a die-hard TF-4 user, but the amonia smell was too much to endure in open trays. I've since switched to Legacy-Pro Neutral(formerly Silvergrain Clearfix Neutral). It is very low (almost...
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    Remains of the Austin, Pa. dam on Freeman Run

    Expired 4x5 TXP shot at 160, Ysarex 127mm 1/60 @f11. Developed in Rodinal 1+100 one hour semi stand. 8x10 print on Ilford MG IV.
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    Re: Someone to avoid

    I agree that what transpired on another site should stay there. I believe that there is possibly a good explanation for what happened, and that said item will show up. My personal experience with...
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    Re: Ebay extends refund period for buyers

    Just now reading this thread, I have to chime in. I recently purchased two items from the evil place, some Ilford paper that turned out fogged. The seller gave me a total refund including my...
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    Re: Hot Air Balloons

    Cool...your camera can see into the future!! How about taking a pic of the power ball so we can get the winning number;)
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    Re: ABS Developing Tank

    I found that soaking the fixed film sheets for an extra minute in a tray of fixer removes the "banding" imprint. When my timer rings that I'm finished with the fixing phase, I dump the fixer into an...
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    Re: CF vs Aluminum, 4 vs 3 leg

    I purchased the AT-213 leg set (AKB-2) a couple of years ago, with a ball head, and love the pod. I soon realized the ball head too fishy with my Calumet cc-401, so I swapped out for an Induro PHT-2...
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    Re: 5 New National Monuments

    We used to fish in the "Box" when I was a kid growing up in New Mexico. I caught the biggest trout of my life at eleven, when my dad let me play hookie from school one spring to fish with him and my...
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    Re: Ethol LPD and printing landscapes

    I also recommend using LPD developer at 1+1 for cool tones. I found it helps my prints look a touch more contrasty than they actually are.
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    Re: Help! with Rockland tintype kit

    I suspect a large part of your problem lies with an overly bright "safe" light. Your safe light shouldn't be over 15w and definitly not a party bulb. I use a Premier 5x7 with a red lens and 15w bulb,...
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    Re: Lens board for Fujinon W 300mm

    You may possibly find the dimensions here.
    http://www.cameraeccentric.com/html/info/fujinon_1.html
  22. Thread: Old school

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    Re: Old school

    The images show up just fine on my screen. Love them, keep up the good work.
  23. Re: How to make prints smaller than the negative?

    The easiest way to shrink the image is to use a longer focal length lens. Use a 300mm lens for 4x5 instead of a 150mm.
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    Re: New review of Induro PHQ1 tripod head

    I've been using Induro tripods for some time now, and like them. I have always had good service from the company and prompt response from them for the couple of small niggling issues I've had.
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    Re: post "Something Dead"

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    Found this while fishing, shot with a Calumet cc-400 on TMY, scan of print.
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    Re: Tripod Head Challenge!

    http://www.largeformatphotography.info/forum/showthread.php?94774-FS-Bogen-3028-Pan-Head
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    Re: Fomapan films?

    I rate Foma films at half box speed and develope in Pyro (formerly P-cat-HD, now PMK Pyro) as I feel the emulsion is soft and needs to be hardened. I use water rinse between dev and fix, as acid stop...
  28. Thread: Cemeteries

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    Re: Cemeteries

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    Re: Movable 4x5 Enlarger....

    You could keep an enlarger on a trolly of sorts and only have to roll it aside.I'm curious, doesn't the freezer compressor cause vibrations and give slight blur to your prints? Anyway, my Omega D-5...
  30. Thread: Just Leaves

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    Re: Just Leaves

    Papaer negative scanned and inverted of a jade plant
    CC-401/127 Ysarex very long exposure on Kodabrome II RC

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    Re: What Size Is Your Freezer?

    I have a 14cuft chest freezer loaded with film and enlarging paper, and an under counter fridge full of film. The food lives in my side by side in the kitchen.
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    Re: Is this uneven development?

    I use 850ml solution for taco method in an Arista tank, my supposition is not enough developer. Also, make sure your lid screws on properly. My lid always tries to start crooked, it feels right but...
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    Re: Flowers Anyone?

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    Cambo SCII/150 Caltar S TMY printed on MGIV 8x10
    scan of print
  34. Thread: Cemeteries

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    Re: Cemeteries

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    one of these days I'll figure out how to attach larger photos on here.
  35. Thread: Cemeteries

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    Slightly later, different section of the cemetary(actually much later, after I was done explaining to the caretaker what I was doing)
    Calumet/210 Wistar on TXP@160 Printed 8x10 on Ilford MGIV
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    Shot this this morning just as the fog was lifting.
    Calumet cc-400/Wistar 210
    TX@160 souped in Rodinal and printed on Ilford MGIV mat 8x10 then selenium toned
  37. Thread: Bridges

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    Re: Bridges

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    Finally got it to attach.
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    Re: Omega D5500 repair/parts

    I have a three lens turret that fits a D-5500, it will only cost postage for whom ever wants it.
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    Re: Post your trains!

    Keating Summit, three miles above the 2005 wreck that spilled 50,000 gals of sodium hydroxide into the Sinnemahoning watershed causing a 45 mile fish kill, decimating the aqua culture that still...
  40. Thread: Cemeteries

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    Re: Cemeteries

    Not in a cemetary, just out in the middle of no-where
    Ilford HP-5 @200/ Rodinal 1+50
    Printed on Forte

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