Originally posted by ChrisPlatt Though silver cells are recommended for longer life and more stable output the meter should work properly with fresh alkaline cells.
If the alkalines you're using are good I doubt silver cells will solve your meter problems, and definitely won't affect the shutter lag.
Thanks Chris,
I'll try some silver cells, see if it helps at all, at least it might narrow down the problems. I appreciate it won't help the shutter problem, it looks like it needs a CLA and cosmetically it's good enough to warrant one.
John.