Okay, perhaps I should explain. The problem with both was a failure of the
winder mechanism. Looking at other dead 6x7s on eBay this seems by far to be
the commonest cause of failure. I tried to get it repaired at the Australian
Pentax distributor but they were unable to get parts. This doesn't surprise
me as the winder mechanism was upgraded when the MLU was added and again
when the 67II was introduced. If they all fail with the same problem there
aren't even any parts cameras available.

You might still be able to get a shutter repaired, although with the current
low second hand prices it probably isn't worth it. FWIW I wasn't charged for
the attempted repair, even although they stripped both cameras far enough to
try transplanting parts from one to the other.

In the end I got a beaten up, but working, MLU and have since taken
advantage of low prices to acquire a nicer 67 as well. Digital has made all
sorts of previously "dream" gear drop into my price range.

Paul

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From: Mark Cassino [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] 

Interesting.... I had no problems getting my 6x7 repaired about a year ago, 
and at a local shop.  He wouldn't touch my LX, Pz-1p, or Mz-S though....



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