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**mtngal** · 07-28-2016, 05:10 AM

Is it going to be possible to replace the cap that covers the sync port? It's at an awkward location for me and it kept coming loose whenever I took the camera out of the case. I've now managed to lose it entirely somewhere.

Also, I wonder how much not having it would affect the weather resistance.

It would be nice to know if I will be able to get another one when I finally get home at the end of August.

Adam · 07-28-2016, 05:27 AM

Originally posted by mtngal

Also, I wonder how much not having it would affect the weather resistance.

Probably quite a bit, since that part of the camera relies on the external flap as the seal.

Originally posted by mtngal

It would be nice to know if I will be able to get another one when I finally get home at the end of August.

I would assume that Precision has these readily available. That said, I'm not sure they'll fork one over, let alone install it for less than their standard repair fee. Would be worth sending them an e-mail IMO.

VoiceOfReason · 07-28-2016, 05:56 AM

I know on mine the mic cover will not stay shut. Since from what I understand you synch with that I figured that's what OP was talking about.

**pearsaab** · 07-28-2016, 07:08 AM

mine is the same way...very loose..maybe i should tape it shut

stevebrot · 07-28-2016, 07:59 AM

Originally posted by dcshooter

If that's the case it's a standard part and is like a buck on ebay.

Threaded versions compatible with Pentax? That is good to know.

Steve

**Eagle94VT** · 07-28-2016, 08:21 AM

A few months back I bought 2 sync port covers for my eos-1v film camera. One for backup. Couple bucks from a website I came across that was like a land of tiny camera parts. I doubt the k1 has stuff there yet. I'll try to find the website and post it here.

D1N0 · 07-28-2016, 08:27 AM

does anybody ever use the x- sync socket any more when any el cheapo wireless trigger will do? The only time I hear about is when someone manages to loose the screw cap. I can't even get it of with my fingers.

**shardulm** · 07-28-2016, 10:59 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by D1N0

does anybody ever use the x- sync socket any more when any el cheapo wireless trigger will do? The only time I hear about is when someone manages to loose the screw cap. I can't even get it of with my fingers.

Although these cheapo wireless options are more and more reliable, this wired connection is pretty much guaranteed to work without a miss and needs no batteries to function. And this did sound old school after I re-read it.

**Eric Auer** · 07-28-2016, 11:17 AM

If you dont use it, you can distort the plastic threads a bit with pliers (Gently) so as to make it harder to seat and less likely to fall off.

These are cheap standard parts.

Eric

**mtngal** · 08-01-2016, 10:34 AM

I haven't had a chance to look up what it will cost, almost no internet on my travels. But thanks for the info, I'm being careful in the rain I've seen almost every day for the past month. I'll be heading home the end of the month.

**MJSfoto1956** · 09-25-2016, 05:44 PM

Originally posted by stevebrot

Threaded versions compatible with Pentax? That is good to know.

Steve

have yet to find one for less than $5.
In fact, there is one for sale on Amazon for $59! https://www.amazon.com/Pentax-Socket-Cap-Digital-SLR/dp/B001UHNVEO

M

stevebrot · 09-25-2016, 06:09 PM

Originally posted by MJSfoto1956

have yet to find one for less than $5.
In fact, there is one for sale on Amazon for $59! Amazon.com : Pentax PC Socket Cap for K7 Digital SLR : Camera Lens Caps : Camera & Photo

M

Not good to know.

Many folk wish that Pentax had used the same thread as on Nikon, but Nooooo...

Steve

stevebrot · 09-25-2016, 06:16 PM

Originally posted by MJSfoto1956

have yet to find one for less than $5.
In fact, there is one for sale on Amazon for $59! https://www.amazon.com/Pentax-Socket-Cap-Digital-SLR/dp/B001UHNVEO

M

Originally posted by stevebrot

Not good to know.

Many folk wish that Pentax had used the same thread as on Nikon, but Nooooo...

Steve

CR Kennedy in Australia have them for only $8.47 AU

Ricoh Imaging | SYNCHRO TERMINAL 2P CAP

Steve

Qwntm · 09-25-2016, 07:50 PM

Originally posted by mtngal

Is it going to be possible to replace the cap that covers the sync port? It's at an awkward location for me and it kept coming loose whenever I took the camera out of the case. I've now managed to lose it entirely somewhere.

Also, I wonder how much not having it would affect the weather resistance.

It would be nice to know if I will be able to get another one when I finally get home at the end of August.

I'd call Joe Virgil at Pentax in Denver if they/he is still there and tell him what's up and ask nicely for one. If he's got one he will probably send you one. I called him once about a cracked lens hood on a new 50-135 which arrived in that condition and he sent me a new hood. Didn't even ask for the old one back.

I think this is the number: 1-800-234-0276

But I also heard a rumor that Pentax Denver was shut down too... so I don't know.

Nass · 09-25-2016, 11:52 PM

If anyone finds these covers at a reasonable price, could they please ping me up? I'm after 3

Thx

07-28-2016, 05:10 AM	#1
mtngal Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Wherever I’m Parked Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,003	K1 now missing sync port cover Is it going to be possible to replace the cap that covers the sync port? It's at an awkward location for me and it kept coming loose whenever I took the camera out of the case. I've now managed to lose it entirely somewhere. Also, I wonder how much not having it would affect the weather resistance. It would be nice to know if I will be able to get another one when I finally get home at the end of August.

07-28-2016, 05:27 AM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,609	Originally posted by mtngal Also, I wonder how much not having it would affect the weather resistance. Probably quite a bit, since that part of the camera relies on the external flap as the seal. Originally posted by mtngal It would be nice to know if I will be able to get another one when I finally get home at the end of August. I would assume that Precision has these readily available. That said, I'm not sure they'll fork one over, let alone install it for less than their standard repair fee. Would be worth sending them an e-mail IMO. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124	I know on mine the mic cover will not stay shut. Since from what I understand you synch with that I figured that's what OP was talking about.

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pearsaab Otis Memorial Pentaxian Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: May 2011 Location: Richmond, Virginia USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,900	mine is the same way...very loose..maybe i should tape it shut

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stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by dcshooter If that's the case it's a standard part and is like a buck on ebay. Threaded versions compatible with Pentax? That is good to know. Steve

07-28-2016, 08:21 AM	#6
Eagle94VT Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2010 Photos: Albums Posts: 291	A few months back I bought 2 sync port covers for my eos-1v film camera. One for backup. Couple bucks from a website I came across that was like a land of tiny camera parts. I doubt the k1 has stuff there yet. I'll try to find the website and post it here.

07-28-2016, 08:27 AM	#7
D1N0 Pentaxian Join Date: May 2012 Location: --- Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,802	does anybody ever use the x- sync socket any more when any el cheapo wireless trigger will do? The only time I hear about is when someone manages to loose the screw cap. I can't even get it of with my fingers.

07-28-2016, 10:59 AM - 1 Like	#8
shardulm Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Cumming, GA Posts: 793	Originally posted by D1N0 does anybody ever use the x- sync socket any more when any el cheapo wireless trigger will do? The only time I hear about is when someone manages to loose the screw cap. I can't even get it of with my fingers. Although these cheapo wireless options are more and more reliable, this wired connection is pretty much guaranteed to work without a miss and needs no batteries to function. And this did sound old school after I re-read it.

07-28-2016, 11:17 AM	#9
Eric Auer Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,211	If you dont use it, you can distort the plastic threads a bit with pliers (Gently) so as to make it harder to seat and less likely to fall off. These are cheap standard parts. Eric

08-01-2016, 10:34 AM	#10
mtngal Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Wherever I’m Parked Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,003 Original Poster	I haven't had a chance to look up what it will cost, almost no internet on my travels. But thanks for the info, I'm being careful in the rain I've seen almost every day for the past month. I'll be heading home the end of the month.

09-25-2016, 05:44 PM	#11
MJSfoto1956 Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Boston Posts: 1,305	Originally posted by stevebrot Threaded versions compatible with Pentax? That is good to know. Steve have yet to find one for less than $5. In fact, there is one for sale on Amazon for $59! https://www.amazon.com/Pentax-Socket-Cap-Digital-SLR/dp/B001UHNVEO M

09-25-2016, 06:09 PM	#12
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by MJSfoto1956 have yet to find one for less than $5. In fact, there is one for sale on Amazon for $59! Amazon.com : Pentax PC Socket Cap for K7 Digital SLR : Camera Lens Caps : Camera & Photo M Not good to know. Many folk wish that Pentax had used the same thread as on Nikon, but Nooooo... Steve

09-25-2016, 06:16 PM	#13
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by MJSfoto1956 have yet to find one for less than $5. In fact, there is one for sale on Amazon for $59! https://www.amazon.com/Pentax-Socket-Cap-Digital-SLR/dp/B001UHNVEO M Originally posted by stevebrot Not good to know. Many folk wish that Pentax had used the same thread as on Nikon, but Nooooo... Steve CR Kennedy in Australia have them for only $8.47 AU Ricoh Imaging \| SYNCHRO TERMINAL 2P CAP Steve

09-25-2016, 07:50 PM	#14
Qwntm Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Eastern Oregon Posts: 856	Originally posted by mtngal Is it going to be possible to replace the cap that covers the sync port? It's at an awkward location for me and it kept coming loose whenever I took the camera out of the case. I've now managed to lose it entirely somewhere. Also, I wonder how much not having it would affect the weather resistance. It would be nice to know if I will be able to get another one when I finally get home at the end of August. I'd call Joe Virgil at Pentax in Denver if they/he is still there and tell him what's up and ask nicely for one. If he's got one he will probably send you one. I called him once about a cracked lens hood on a new 50-135 which arrived in that condition and he sent me a new hood. Didn't even ask for the old one back. I think this is the number: 1-800-234-0276 But I also heard a rumor that Pentax Denver was shut down too... so I don't know.

09-25-2016, 11:52 PM	#15
Nass Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The British Isles Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,402	If anyone finds these covers at a reasonable price, could they please ping me up? I'm after 3 Thx

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