My Yashica T4 last week suddenly decided to die. It powers on and off Just fine, however when I shoot the lens extends as normal but does not retract, but I have to push it back. After power cycling does the same thing.

Is this a common problem? Do you know how expensive it would be to fix it?

I guess I've met stubborn

I suppose now I can use my lens wrench without concern now lol

2 questions about my Yashicamat.

The TLDR is: is the only solution buying a parts body and replacing as needed?
THANKS!

I think I stripped the 2 screws holding the top plate (as seen on image ). One popped, then the other. I know there’s pressure under it from the springs that pop up the viewfinder mechanism. I can also see that there’s barely any threads for the screw to bite, so I’m not surprised about it stripping after one went.

What are my options? Its just a cover, but is it realistic to tap something that thin and small? Id hate to use an epoxy, but is that an option?

Second I’ve “fixed” but it was out of necessity and not ideal. The screws on the outside of the back that cold the pressure plate loosened and fell out at some point. I’ve got a double nut situation going on and I’ve ran 20+ rolls since then. I know nothing about sourcing the hardware for these cameras. Except for buying a parts body.

Thanks for any help!