I recently purchased an 8x10 Deardorff. 1951 model. It's in USER shape, which is exactly what I wanted. No major issues with it as is, but some minor issues about which I'd like to ask you all.
1) The tripod thread is a 1/4" x 20. There is no metal plate on this model. I'd prefer 3/8" x 16, as this is what I'm using on the other camera that goes on the same tripod. Is there enough 'meat' in that threaded metal piece in camera that I can just re-tap? If not, I will probably make a new piece that is 3/8". I actually have an official metal plate for the bottom, but given its current value, the camera's current value, and the question of how long will I use this camera suggest it is better to simply re-tap or repair.
2) Pictures in link below show a crack in the rear standard along the side. Also, some separation at the top joint. Crack offers some flexure, so best to stop that now. It might be possible to inject some epoxy in there. Or perhaps a topical brace or cast could be accomplished with either thin metal and lots of screws or maybe wood. There isn't much thickness available at the bottom, but plenty at the top.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/XAgNsQurhxv9fG6w9
I don't want to disassemble the camera or even the rear standard. Everything needs to be repaired 'in place'. Thank you for your suggestions. -ew-
[PS, how do you all insert those big beautiful pictures into the body of your posts? The links and 'image inserts' are not nearly as nice. ]
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