Bolex P1

[Gobo]

Hi Guys and Gals,

I have just aquired a Bolex P1 and believe that it may need a service and some cleaning work. The spring tension seems to be erratic after fully winding. It will run at a high speed to start with for a few seconds before dropping off to a not so steady 18 fps before slowly running to a halt after 30 seconds or so.

Is there anyone I can trust to do this, without being forced to part with $200! (over double the value of the camera) or am I better off attempting the process myself, safe in the knowledge that if I screw up , it's my own fault, what with no warranty and all and just be happy with the fact that the camera is now only good for animation?

regards

Gobo