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Gds506
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Username: Gds506

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Registered: 12-2008

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Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2008 - 02:35 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Moderator/Admin only)
Hi

I'm having this light leak issue with a Canon A1.
It happens several times per roll of film.
Any help or advice will be really appreciated

thanks!

light leak canon A1
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Rick_oleson
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Registered: 07-2006

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Posted on Thursday, December 11, 2008 - 05:53 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Moderator/Admin only)
You need to replace the foam light seals around the back door. Look for a seller called "interslice" on eBay for the best kits, they are not expensive and he includes good instructions.

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