I wasn't sure what forum I should put this in, but I figured this would have the most users of lenscoats on big lenses..
I've had a lenscoat on my 500 for about 3 years now. I used the sticky strip of it on the lens where the strap attaches to. After 3 years of heat, cold & rubbing around in the camera bag, that sticky piece started to shift & the glue under it was yellow & showing. I removed the piece, but the glue is still attached to the lens and is very sticky & gooey.
Anyone have any tips on removing the glue without damaging the paint? I tried a little nail polish remover, the glue laughed at that.
Also, some words of advise to anyone considering a lenscoat.. DONT use the sticky strip!
Also, some words of advise to anyone considering a lenscoat.. DONT use the sticky strip!
Seriously I've used 'em on more than 1/2 a dozen Superteles...apply gaffers/leave over night/peel off to OEM finish in the am.
We shouldn't pass along operator error experiences as gospel...
newbs read this stuff and get all paranoid.
trenchmonkey wrote:
Seriously I've used 'em on more than 1/2 a dozen Superteles...apply gaffers/leave over night/peel off to OEM finish in the am.
We shouldn't pass along operator error experiences as gospel...
newbs read this stuff and get all paranoid.
While I may have been a bit hasty in my post after seeing this nasty goop all over my $6000 lens (including in the tripod ring seam which is unobtainable without disassembling the lens). I hardly see how this was "operator error" on my part. The product was applied as the manufacturer intended, it shifted after a few years of normal use and was a PITA to get off. I would purchase lenscoat products again, but I certainly won't be applying the self adhesive parts.
disclaimer for any newbs reading this: this is just one man's opinion and is in no way an attempt to steer you away from sticking things to your gear. Certain terms and conditions may apply. See store for details
Rob Whiting wrote:
While I may have been a bit hasty in my post after seeing this nasty goop all over my $6000 lens (including in the tripod ring seam which is unobtainable without disassembling the lens). I hardly see how this was "operator error" on my part. The product was applied as the manufacturer intended, it shifted after a few years of normal use and was a PITA to get off. I would purchase lenscoat products again, but I certainly won't be applying the self adhesive parts.
disclaimer for any newbs reading this: this is just one man's opinion and is in no way an attempt to steer you away from sticking things to your gear. Certain terms and conditions may apply. See store for details ...Show more →
Rob -
I agree with you wholeheartedly. When I bought my 300 2.8 f VR, I didn't even take it out in the field for a long time, and kept using my old 300 2.8 f until I got the Lenscoat on it. I didn't want any scratches or scuff marks to mar my new baby. It didn't stay new looking for all that long before I started experiencing the same thing that you did. The glued strips came off, or had to be taken off, leaving glue residues behind. I've also been looking for a way to remove the residue without harming the original finish. I'm glad to hear of tried and tested solutions for removal here in this thread.
I'm with you on not applying the glue-on pieces. At least if you want your lens to remain clean looking, as nice expensive lenses deserve. I've complained for a long time (since I first bought it) that there should have been a better design with at least one more slip-on piece to cover the lens barrel area.
- Ken
- Ken
72chevelle454 wrote:
LMAO no wonder your shots are so blurry do you use this to clean your lens too
PS I had the same problem on my 1.4x, goo gone did the trick.
My pictures are not 'that' blurry
8 uses found.
•Removes adhesive from sunglasses
•Removes adhesive from bicycle frames
•Removes adhesive from precious china
•Removes adhesive price tags from shoe bottoms
•Removes adhesive tape without damaging factory paint
•Cleans adhesive tape residue on audio/visual cables
•Removes adhesive from racquetball racket grips prior to installation
•Removes tile adhesive from new no-wax floors (be sure to wipe floor clean after using WD-40)
Clean my glass:
3 uses found.
•Removes crayon marks from glass
•Removes marking pen from glass objects
•Removes cell phone antenna glue from glass
Goo gone, just rub an orange peel on it for gosh sakes!
Chad
I've used 'em on more than 1/2 a dozen Superteles...apply gaffers/leave over night/peel off to OEM finish in the am. 
