emma_young•12d agoProlific Poster

Tried a different solvent on a sticky shutter and it actually worked

I had an old Canon AE-1 with a shutter that was sticking on the slower speeds, like 1/30th and below. Instead of my usual cleaner, I used a tiny bit of Ronsonol lighter fluid on a cotton swab, just on the pivot points. After letting it dry for about an hour, the curtain action was way smoother. I've heard mixed things about using it, but in this case, it did the job without any residue. Has anyone else had a good result with something unusual on mechanical shutters?

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dixon.rose12d ago

My grandpa swore by WD-40 for everything, even his old box camera. He'd spray a little on a cloth and wipe the hinges. It always made the shutter snap shut with a nicer sound, honestly.

rowan_anderson12d ago

Wait, but is that even safe for the camera? Like I'd be worried about it messing up the old parts.