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Author Topic: E7 Sprocket play Paul Vollmers Expert Film Handler Posts: 161 From: Sister Lakes, MI, USA Registered: Jul 2001 posted 08-11-2004 07:46 AM                     I have a small amount of sprocket play (in and out) on the top sprocket of my Simplex E7.........is there a way to get rid of that. I have a little picture movement on the screen. Thanks, Paul  |  IP: Logged Chris Trainor Expert Film Handler Posts: 161 From: Greenville, RI, USA Registered: Jun 99 posted 08-11-2004 12:49 PM                        How much play? I've got a little play on mine and the image is steady. It shoudln't move on it's own (in/out) while running. When I get home I can measure the amount of play... it's probably only about 1/8" or so. Not so much as it would actually cause the teeth to rub against the 'cup' or whatever it is called that holds the film in place (it's not a roller for obvious reasons, but can't remember what it's officially called) --chris  |  IP: Logged Rick Raskin Phenomenal Film Handler Posts: 1100 From: Manassas Virginia Registered: Jan 2003 posted 08-11-2004 02:29 PM                     If you are referring to lateral motion (in and out from the frame), try looking for a worn upper shaft washer. See the parts manual pages 24 & 25. Good luck!  |  IP: Logged Paul Vollmers Expert Film Handler Posts: 161 From: Sister Lakes, MI, USA Registered: Jul 2001 posted 08-12-2004 06:47 AM                     Thanks for the info.............I checked the washer, and replaced it now the play is gone........something simple....! Paul  |  IP: Logged

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