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p.1 #1 · Rubber focus 'ring' is drying out on my 35L, tips to moisten it?

it's getting a little dried out, still 100% in tact but the color is definitely faded in areas. I'd love to give it a cleaning and revive the rubber a bit. suggestions? thanks

Dec 14, 2011 at 03:35 AM

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p.1 #2 · Rubber focus 'ring' is drying out on my 35L, tips to moisten it?

First tip is to use a soft toothbrush and gently scrub it with plain water. That will remove dried salts from sweat, and some oxidation.

Then wipe it with a cloth moistened with a small amount of 303. Don't use much; you can apply more "coats" if needed, but it's hard to remove too much.

http://www.campmor.com/303-aerospace-protectant-8oz.shtml?source=CI&ci_sku=71207&ci_gpa=pla&ci_kw

Dec 14, 2011 at 08:36 AM

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