Just driving back, getting some gas now. This enlarger is much bigger than I thought. Had to take it apart. Spring was not an issue. Taking it out from the owner's little darkroom shed was a problem. Didn't have time for bagels.Originally Posted by Fred L
Last edited by kfed1984; 18-Feb-2024 at 08:09.
Tin Can, Unless I've missed it, you have never posted about your experience using the Intrepid LED Head, although you have posted about buying it. Could you give us your "review," any comments about ancillary hardware like timers, ease and effectiveness of contrast controls, etc? Thanks.
The only issue I have so far is the focus seems a bit choppy, because of the chain.
Is this due to tension in the chain or some other setting?
The focus cannot be made accurately enough with a jumpy motion in the focus wheel.
Yes I think I have the notchy chain issue. Wonder if cleaning and regreasing will help it, hope its not mechanical wear in the chain.
Did the enlarger come with the manual? If not, you might want to pick one up.
“You often feel tired, not because you've done too much, but because you've done too little of what sparks a light in you.”
― Alexander Den Heijer, Nothing You Don't Already Know
Yes it came with the manual from KBH I think.
Anyways, the notchiness came from dry ball bearings on the focusing stage carriage. I removed the bearings and lubricated with automotive oil. Though it should be grease.
The old grease has dried out and the balls were notching into the bearing race probably.
I did not tighten the bearings as much now and the issue is gone, it focuses smoothly.
This model has cables instead of chains.
Compared to my Saunders/LPL 670 MXL, the De Vere focuses more smoothly. Easier on the De Vere in terms of control and comfort, on the same 6x7 negative.
It's really easy to align all of the stages, and in my experience it stays aligned.
“You often feel tired, not because you've done too much, but because you've done too little of what sparks a light in you.”
― Alexander Den Heijer, Nothing You Don't Already Know
could also be the locking/tensions knobs for the front controls. play around with that and see if that helps. otherwise lube everything that moves haha
notch codes ? I only use one film...
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