Current Rolleiflex CLA Cost?

[oftheherd]

Interesting thread. Thanks for all the information. I have a Rolleiflex I have often thought about having CLAd/rebuilt as needed. It works, but the focus knob is a little stiff as if bent.

[JeffGreene]

I have used Krikor Maralian. He averages about $300 for a general CLA and does excellent work. He has worked on two of my Automats and my 2.8F.

[pschauss]

+1 for Krikor. About four and a half years ago I had him work on a Rolleicord Va which I had purchased on Ebay for $100. For $218 he cleaned and adjusted the shutter, adjusted the focus and front alignment, replaced the light seals, and replaced the frame counter. With luck the camera won't need service again until I pass it on to my grandchildren.

[dogberryjr]

Paul Ebel resurrected my 2.8E in about six weeks. It was in rough shape. His charges were very reasonable, under $250 as I recall.

[whitecat]

Krikor is the best. Did 3 for me......but could not service my FW.

[gdmcclintock]

Has anyone had a Rolleiflex that could not be repaired? I have a Rolleiflex whose focus Krikor was unable to calibrate.

[KoNickon]

Originally Posted by whitecat

Krikor is the best. Did 3 for me......but could not service my FW.

What's an "FW"?

I agree about Krikor 100%. And his turnaround time is stunning. He cannot fix things for which he has no parts -- like the meter. But he was able to replace the selenium sensor on my 2.8F recently. Mechanical parts he's probably able to cannibalize if necessary.

[JeffL]

Originally Posted by KoNickon

What's an "FW"?

Its a new wide angle Rolleiflex.

[canetsbe]

Paul Ebel did my 2.8E and 3.5F for $188 each plus insured shipping. The cameras were rough and they came back better but wasn't exactly a gigantic difference. I'd say he's good at doing shutters and focus but he didn't improve the smoothness of the cameras as much as I had hoped (though I'm no repairman and have no idea if any more could be done).

[Robert Lai]

Well my 3.5F has been to both coasts as well as the midwest now.
I called Krikor, and he had parts to fix the meter. He was done within a day of the camera arriving in NJ. Upon arrival, I checked it with my Gossen Luna Pro F which I know is accurate. Perfection!

Had I known, I would have gone to Krikor the first time around.

BTW - price for new selenium cell and meter movement plus installation and calibration was $250.

[srtiwari]

Originally Posted by Robert Lai

Well my 3.5F has been to both coasts as well as the midwest now.
I called Krikor, and he had parts to fix the meter. He was done within a day of the camera arriving in NJ. Upon arrival, I checked it with my Gossen Luna Pro F which I know is accurate. Perfection!

Had I known, I would have gone to Krikor the first time around.

BTW - price for new selenium cell and meter movement plus installation and calibration was $250.

Hi Robert,
In my case, the Midwest worked out great. Thank you.
Subhash

[Red Rock Bill]

Just got a call from Krikor ....my film wind is messed,shutter is messed and a couple of other issues....$350.00 repair quote...on my 2.8 E2...it's been down for 15 years ...time to get her going...I have a project in mind and need that camera...well worth it to me as a broken camera has no value unless it's for parts.Regards,Bill

[peter_n]

Essex Camera have my 3.5 E3 at the mo and it's $170 including return shipping.

[freax]

I paid only 70 euros this week to a complete overhaul ;-) Now it works like a clock !

[marduk]

Originally Posted by freax

I paid only 70 euros this week to a complete overhaul ;-) Now it works like a clock !

Great, I would be interested to hear about the place and technician, because I have a 2.8C lying somewhere that could use a CLA :-) I prefer to have it done in Europe.

[JeffL]

Originally Posted by marduk

Great, I would be interested to hear about the place and technician, because I have a 2.8C lying somewhere that could use a CLA :-) I prefer to have it done in Europe.

Try Jurgen Kuschnik in Germany. He worked for Rollei and did a great job on my Automat.

http://www.jurgenkuschnik.com/

[Shaocaholica]

I'm still trying to figure out who's best to send a broken MX-EVS to. It seems that Harry has the most tools/parts(?) Or can Krikor fix anything Rolleiflex? Not just CLA.

[Hibbs]

Originally Posted by flyingpalm

It will cost $200 here in Vancouver.

Hey flyingpalm...don't currently have a Rollei but I'd sure like to know who there is in Vancouver. Future reference.

~ Hibbs

[JeffGreene]

Originally Posted by Shaocaholica

I'm still trying to figure out who's best to send a broken MX-EVS to. It seems that Harry has the most tools/parts(?) Or can Krikor fix anything Rolleiflex? Not just CLA.

Krikor has worked on two of my MX-EVSs, a Xenar and a Tessar, which I sold recently. Krikor seems to be $350 no matter what. I've never heard of a lower price from him. Anyway, I would also like to recommend Mark Hanson. He's done great work on my Primo.

Rolleis seem very hot now thanks to Vivian Maier. A young fellow at my Camera Club recently offered me a ridiculous amount of money for my 2.8F Planar. I was tempted, but know I would never be able to get another in the condition mine's in. I only have the MX-EVS Xenar and the 2.8F, but use them practically every day.

[freax]

Is a man that is not connected to internet, still writes with fountain pens and wears mechanic watches, so I think you must go there :-) You can take advantage and have some holidays in Porto ;-)
Anyway the address is below or link to Google Maps.
Is a old man that knows every camera inside in and out. And if there isn't a component made anymore, he does it on his machines ! Unbelievable...

Manuel Adriano Silva
Rua de Coutinho de Azevedo 64
4000-187 Porto
Portugal

Originally Posted by marduk

Great, I would be interested to hear about the place and technician, because I have a 2.8C lying somewhere that could use a CLA :-) I prefer to have it done in Europe.

[marduk]

Great, thanks to all who responded to me!

[luckydave]

I had my (father's) MX-EVS overhauled (both shutter and transport) by Fred at International Camera Tech (ictcamera.com) in Mountain View, CA about 2 years ago, after it sat for ~20 years. $350, and he also re-dyed the worn leatherette, and apologized that it would take so long, because he had a backlog.

He's got some pricing on his website, and always some interesting stuff for sale in the cases in the shop - and I recommend him without reservation.

I'd feared I payed a silly valley tax, but it appears that his pricing is in line with other "trained by Rollei" folks, even if he's not so famous.

[Red Rock Bill]

My Rollei 2.8 E model just arrived back from Krikor Maralian (Krimar Photo Shop) and from the looks of the invoice and what was repaired and replaced I'd say very good value for the money spent.Best of all it arrived in plenty of time to use on my upcoming road trip.Thank you Krikor. Regards,Bill

[Acidic_Lemon]

Originally Posted by Acidic_Lemon

Harry Fleenor told me he will assess my 3.5F when I shipped it out to him. Does anyone know if he give estimated quotations or he will based on current condition when received? Is Krikor faster than Fleenor in terms of a CLA overhaul and service charges-wise?

I sent out my overly modified automat to Mark Hansen. His quote is as follows:

For a Shutter CLA you are looking at 90-120 dollars, with the the above. Film transport is 120 dollars, New mirror is 20.

For Mark Hansen's CLA on my automat: Total bill + shipping came up to USD155.

It has been shipped and will update once I receive it

[karlori]

I have a questions regarding an 2.8C I've purchased but not yet received, where in Europe could I send the camera when it arrives, and did anyone ever do a re-coating of the taking lens ?
The camera is perfect just has a few cleaning marks on the taking lens which I'd rather not look at daily, Its nothing much but i am a damned perfectionist when gear is in question.

TiA