newb flash questions

[jacnorectangle]

this is my first time using large format. i got a crown graphic with a symmar 150mm 5.6. how do i sync a graflex flash to this? i see the m sync so i assume it will take it. but there's no solenoid thing. what do i need for this to work?
http://i58.tinypic.com/qodg0j.jpg
why does the shutter speed wheel not move all the way to 400? you can see it only goes halfway past 200
http://tinypic.com/r/2w49n5e/8
also there's no shutter release paddle, so i can't use the body release. do you think this one will work? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Extra-long-shutter-release-paddle-lever-for-Graflex-Speed-Crown-Graphic-camera-/231182265628?pt=Film_Cameras&hash=item35d3896d1c

[pasiasty]

why does the shutter speed wheel not move all the way to 400? you can see it only goes halfway past 200
http://tinypic.com/r/2w49n5e/8

It does, but requires additional force - there is an extra spring inside for the shortest time; don't try setting 1/400 when cocked and stronger push is needed for cocking.

[DrTang]

there's a pc socket right on top in the first pix

use that and set the thing to M

or just skip flashbulbs altogether and use a Vivitar 285 or something on the x synch setting (cheaper, easier, more consistant and automatic)

[toolbox]

there's a pc socket right on top in the first pix

use that and set the thing to M

or just skip flashbulbs altogether and use a Vivitar 285 or something on the x synch setting (cheaper, easier, more consistant and automatic)

X2. Get a PC sync cord and set the shutter to X. There's a lot of handle mount flashes that you can get pretty cheap that will give you the same feel as a Graflite or a Heiland (if not the same look). Pretty decent power too. You might look for a Sunpak 511 or something.

If you really want to use a Graflite, you'll need a PC to household sync cord (Paramount still makes them I think, but you can get used ones on ebay). Set shutter to M, put batteries in flash, add a bulb and connect the cord. Fire when ready :).