K20D X sync cover

allbend
Posted 25/02/2010 - 09:05 Link
I've stupidly mislaid the little screw in cover for my K20D X-sync socket (item 2P as listed in the manual), and am trying to locate a source to replace it. Have tried the shop where I bought the camera, also Pentax spares, Pentax sales, & Johnsons, but all cannot help.
Anyone have an idea where I could get a replacement?
Thanks, Allan
K20D/DBG2 | Pentax DA 18-55/3.5-5.6 AL| Tamron DiAF 70-300/4-5.6 | Pentax A 28/2.8 | Tamron ad2P/KA 28-70/3.5-4.6 | Tamron ad2P/KA SP90/2.5 +macro 1.1-1.2 extn | Teleplus KAX 2x | Vivitar PK 2x22 |Metz 58AF1 Flash| Canon FD Bodies: T90; T70 | FD Lenses C50/1.8; Vivitar S1 70-200/3.5; Sigma 400/5.6; Vivitar AT4 ext tubes; CFD 2xA extender; Tamron ad2CFD 28-70/3.5-4.5 | Cullman CX35 + offshoe cables |
Anvh
Posted 25/02/2010 - 10:21 Link
SRS maybe?
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bretbysteve
Posted 25/02/2010 - 13:18 Link
You may not need an actual Pentax branded one...a generic one may well have the same screw thread..try fleabay.
TOZZA27
Posted 25/02/2010 - 13:28 Link
Good luck allbend - I first joined PU for a similar reason - the grommet cover on my *istD had snapped off from the fitting and I wondered where I could find one - still looking !!

Glad I joined though

Tony
K20D,*istD ( now a dedicated M42 digital ),K100D,MZ5N,P50,ME Super,Spotmatic 1000,Spotmatic,ESII,ES,H2.18-55 II,18-55,75-300 FAJ,35-80 FA,80-200 F,28-105 FA,Sigma 24-70 AF Aspherical,Sigma 28-300 Hyperzoom , Praotor II 500 M42,Centon 500mm mirror,and a few Pentax M42 Taks,super-Taks,smc Taks,A and M lenses.Benbo trekker,7dayshop monopod and a Lowepro rucksack.

I am now on Flickr which is nice !
thoughton
Posted 25/02/2010 - 13:35 Link
I'd check with SRS. I bought a used K20D via this forum which was missing the rubber cover for the battery grip connection. I searched for a while on ebay etc, but eventually it occurred to me to ask SRS and they sorted me out within a few days for the princely sum of £3 if I recall correctly.
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Edited by thoughton: 25/02/2010 - 13:36
fatspider
Posted 25/02/2010 - 13:36 Link
Ridiculous that Pentax dont stock spares of tiny items like this; especially as it compromises the cameras weather sealing, one of the main selling points.
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polchraine
Posted 25/02/2010 - 13:51 Link
I can provide one for you - down side is that it will cost around £200 !

I'll buy a second hand K20D - sell the part to you then resell the body with it missing and an appropriate reduction!

seriously though ... is it the same as that on older cameras? If so, a scrap one might be the answer and SRS may be able to assist.
.
K20D, *istD, MZ-S, Super-A, ME Super, MX
DA* 16-50, DA* 50-135, DA* 300,
DA 50-200, FA 24-90, FA 20-35,
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A x2S teleconverter and a few others ...
allbend
Posted 25/02/2010 - 18:54 Link
Thanks for assistance and suggestions as above.

I have tried SRS and Warehouse Express who are making enquiries as are Shamitec.

Also tried Jp services again and after some pressure they can supply me a used cap, so should be ok when it arrives, hurrah!

However as I've had this trouble, and it is such a vunerable item I still hope somebody will stock them eventually and I will get a "spare".

thanks again for replies

Allan
K20D/DBG2 | Pentax DA 18-55/3.5-5.6 AL| Tamron DiAF 70-300/4-5.6 | Pentax A 28/2.8 | Tamron ad2P/KA 28-70/3.5-4.6 | Tamron ad2P/KA SP90/2.5 +macro 1.1-1.2 extn | Teleplus KAX 2x | Vivitar PK 2x22 |Metz 58AF1 Flash| Canon FD Bodies: T90; T70 | FD Lenses C50/1.8; Vivitar S1 70-200/3.5; Sigma 400/5.6; Vivitar AT4 ext tubes; CFD 2xA extender; Tamron ad2CFD 28-70/3.5-4.5 | Cullman CX35 + offshoe cables |
bforbes
Posted 25/02/2010 - 20:00 - Helpful Comment Link
Is this what you wanted - link
polchraine
Posted 25/02/2010 - 20:09 Link
bforbes wrote:
Is this what you wanted - link
How much?

$5.95 for something that costs around 0.5 cents to make ...
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K20D, *istD, MZ-S, Super-A, ME Super, MX
DA* 16-50, DA* 50-135, DA* 300,
DA 50-200, FA 24-90, FA 20-35,
M 400-600, A 50 f1.4, A 28 f2.8, A 70-210, M 35-80, M 50 f1.7
A x2S teleconverter and a few others ...
Edited by polchraine: 25/02/2010 - 20:10
bforbes
Posted 25/02/2010 - 20:14 Link
polchraine wrote:
bforbes wrote:
Is this what you wanted - link
How much?

$5.95 for something that costs around 0.5 cents to make ...
It's got nothing to do with how much it costs to make, it's about how often you loose it.
TOZZA27
Posted 25/02/2010 - 21:05 Link
Great - now what about my Grommet !!!!!!!!

T
K20D,*istD ( now a dedicated M42 digital ),K100D,MZ5N,P50,ME Super,Spotmatic 1000,Spotmatic,ESII,ES,H2.18-55 II,18-55,75-300 FAJ,35-80 FA,80-200 F,28-105 FA,Sigma 24-70 AF Aspherical,Sigma 28-300 Hyperzoom , Praotor II 500 M42,Centon 500mm mirror,and a few Pentax M42 Taks,super-Taks,smc Taks,A and M lenses.Benbo trekker,7dayshop monopod and a Lowepro rucksack.

I am now on Flickr which is nice !
allbend
Posted 26/02/2010 - 08:07 Link
bforbes wrote:
Is this what you wanted - link
Hi Barrie,

Yes, thats exactly the cap I am after, well found. I never search through non uk websites!

The excellent thing about this site is it gives the Pentax part no, which most people in the UK wanted!

Downside is carriage from this New York seller is $40 !!

Thanks for info
K20D/DBG2 | Pentax DA 18-55/3.5-5.6 AL| Tamron DiAF 70-300/4-5.6 | Pentax A 28/2.8 | Tamron ad2P/KA 28-70/3.5-4.6 | Tamron ad2P/KA SP90/2.5 +macro 1.1-1.2 extn | Teleplus KAX 2x | Vivitar PK 2x22 |Metz 58AF1 Flash| Canon FD Bodies: T90; T70 | FD Lenses C50/1.8; Vivitar S1 70-200/3.5; Sigma 400/5.6; Vivitar AT4 ext tubes; CFD 2xA extender; Tamron ad2CFD 28-70/3.5-4.5 | Cullman CX35 + offshoe cables |
Edited by allbend: 26/02/2010 - 08:15
allbend
Posted 26/02/2010 - 08:10 Link
TOZZA27 wrote:
Great - now what about my Grommet !!!!!!!!

T
Try the same website!
K20D/DBG2 | Pentax DA 18-55/3.5-5.6 AL| Tamron DiAF 70-300/4-5.6 | Pentax A 28/2.8 | Tamron ad2P/KA 28-70/3.5-4.6 | Tamron ad2P/KA SP90/2.5 +macro 1.1-1.2 extn | Teleplus KAX 2x | Vivitar PK 2x22 |Metz 58AF1 Flash| Canon FD Bodies: T90; T70 | FD Lenses C50/1.8; Vivitar S1 70-200/3.5; Sigma 400/5.6; Vivitar AT4 ext tubes; CFD 2xA extender; Tamron ad2CFD 28-70/3.5-4.5 | Cullman CX35 + offshoe cables |
TOZZA27
Posted 26/02/2010 - 12:46 Link
Thanks allbend - no joy I`m afraid.

T
K20D,*istD ( now a dedicated M42 digital ),K100D,MZ5N,P50,ME Super,Spotmatic 1000,Spotmatic,ESII,ES,H2.18-55 II,18-55,75-300 FAJ,35-80 FA,80-200 F,28-105 FA,Sigma 24-70 AF Aspherical,Sigma 28-300 Hyperzoom , Praotor II 500 M42,Centon 500mm mirror,and a few Pentax M42 Taks,super-Taks,smc Taks,A and M lenses.Benbo trekker,7dayshop monopod and a Lowepro rucksack.

I am now on Flickr which is nice !

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