Originally posted by HotJuicyBurgers Before I open the camera could I still check the hot shoe contacts?
I originally thought so, but on reviewing the service manual, I can see that the circuit is probably not easily testable from the hot shoe with an ohmmeter. I tried on my Spotmatic II and KX (similar circuits) and was not able to test.
Pentax Manuals Addendum: Get both the K1000 and Spotmatic II manuals. Together, they provide a more complete description of how to expose the contacts and items of caution.
Originally posted by HotJuicyBurgers Any idea how much a CLA should cost?
The cost varies, but will generally be over $50 and under $125. If parts are needed that might be extra. Users on this site are partial to using Eric Hendrickson at Pentax Camera Repair. His prices are quite reasonable and his experience with Pentax cameras deep and extensive.
Eric Hendrickson | Pentax Camera Repair
Most competent camera repair persons should be able to do a CLA on a K1000, so checking locally might also be a good idea.
Originally posted by HotJuicyBurgers Even if I open the camera, if cleaning the contacts didn't fix the problem what could even be done?
It could be as simple as cleaning, but might also require adjustment and timing of the FP and X contacts and/or actual replacement of the contacts.
Steve