Repair Your TLRs: DIY
very illustrative TLR repair notes by http://rick_oleson.tripod.com/
Source: tripod.com
Since this subject comes up a lot, I’ve finally decided to add a sort of generic TLR page. The sketches below show how to reach and service the shutter of the Rolleiflex 2.8C. Many other TLRs are generally similar in construction, and these notes will be useful to a greater or lesser extent (Please scroll down for notes on the Yashica Mat and Minolta Autocord). The first step, generally speaking, is to remove the leather from the front lens panel so that you can reach the screws to get started.
Here are some variations on the theme for the Yashica Mat:
…. and for the Minolta Autocord:
Have a Ciro-Flex with a sticky shutter? You’re really in luck! You can unscrew the front lens cell with your fingers, and reach the star wheel and pallet without even lifting a screwdriver:
A drop of lighter fluid on these and you’re back on the road.
Weight of a Rollei TLR
Weight is always a concern if you frequently shop on ebay. Shipping cost can be high, especially for international bidders. Normally it costs 45-55 USD to ship a Rollei TLR from US to Asia via USPS express. Might be slightly cheaped if shippied via priority mail.
The item is bulky and heavy. Here is a compiled list of weight of different models of Rollei TLR. Hope it is useful for your online shopping.
| Brand | Model | Weight |
| Rolleiflex | Original | 720g |
| Rolleiflex | Old Standard | 800g |
| Rolleiflex | Automat I-III | 920g |
| Rolleiflex | New Standard | 900g |
| Rolleiflex | 3.5/x | 980g |
| Rolleiflex | 3.5A/MX | 970g |
| Rolleiflex | 3.5B/MX-EVS | 980g |
| Rolleiflex | 3.5C | 1120g |
| Rolleiflex | 3.5E/E 2/ E3 | 1120g |
| Rolleiflex | 3.5F | 1220g |
| Rolleiflex | T | 1020g |
| Rolleiflex | Tele-Rolleiflex | 1535g |
| Rolleiflex | Weitwinkel-Rolleiflex | 1355g |
| Rolleiflex | Rolleimagic | 1000g |
| Rolleiflex | Rolleimagic II | 1000g |
| Rolleiflex | 2.8A | 1080g |
| Rolleiflex | 2.8B | 1080g |
| Rolleiflex | 2.8C | 1140g |
| Rolleiflex | 2.8D | 1140 |
| Rolleiflex | 2.8E/ E2/ E3 | 1250g |
| Rolleiflex | 2.8F | 1220 |
| Rolleiflex | 2.8GX | 1230g |
Rollei TLR Manual in PDF – FREE!
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Mike@Butkus.org has a wide collection of Rollei TLR manuals in PDF. It is always a great source to look for camera manuals.
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Source: http://www.butkus.org/chinon/rolleiflex.htm
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