parts & labor
what's needed to get the job done
basics of function
overview of how to use the lens and shutter
the back, the strap, the finder
remove useless vintage roll-film parts; finder
lensboard swap
remove both lensboard assemblies
ready the body
remove leather; cut the side
ready the back
fitting the packfilm back; odds n ends
acquiring a 900 finder
removal & appropriation
fitting the finder
cut, fill, drill & fit
reset infinity
setting focus stop & tweaking finder
finishing touches
back door, odds n ends
completed
admire the work
And that is how you can take 3 useless vintage cameras and make one super-awesome one. If you don't have access to a nice drill press and taps, this is a great solution to those wanting a 110B-like finder on their 110As.
I truly hope my site was helpful and that the conversion gets you thinking about your own ideas. This project was really fun. I liked not having to use a drill press and learning a new way to make another pack film camera.
The friction tab was a good addition to this camera (again, thanks Wolf). And the omission of the hotshoe flash on the finder housing did make this conversion slightly easier. I'm still unsure of its merit, and I may or may not try it on the next one.
Now, get back to work!