Mark Vaughan
2-Jun-2004, 22:59
Hello All,
Thought I'd ask if anyone might have a resource for "older" Linhof Technikardan parts. I've recently purchased a used TK45 (circa 1987), which has been beautifully cared for in every way. Unfortunately, one of the spirit level vials has lost it's fluid. These are the clear vials, with very small air bubbles (not the current yellow vials). I phoned Marflex, and even bothered Bob S., but no luck... I'd put the search for a replacement vial on the back-burner for a while, until I happened across an auction on Ebay today. Listed are (4) older Kardan B vials, which evidently will also fit the Technikardan. I'm tempted to buy them, but they're not exactly right - they have ochre paint on the bottom, and they really deserve to go to someone who needs them for a Kardan. So, I thought to try the Forum - any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
Thought I'd ask if anyone might have a resource for "older" Linhof Technikardan parts. I've recently purchased a used TK45 (circa 1987), which has been beautifully cared for in every way. Unfortunately, one of the spirit level vials has lost it's fluid. These are the clear vials, with very small air bubbles (not the current yellow vials). I phoned Marflex, and even bothered Bob S., but no luck... I'd put the search for a replacement vial on the back-burner for a while, until I happened across an auction on Ebay today. Listed are (4) older Kardan B vials, which evidently will also fit the Technikardan. I'm tempted to buy them, but they're not exactly right - they have ochre paint on the bottom, and they really deserve to go to someone who needs them for a Kardan. So, I thought to try the Forum - any ideas would be greatly appreciated.