My rubber keeps slipping off

[tomd]

I have a 350D (Rebel XT) and that rubber around the eyepiece keeps falling off. Usually not 100% but often it's 50% off and I have to wiggle it back onto the holder. Is this a common problem? Is there a fix such as a small drop of silicone or should I just buy a new eye piece?

[Woolburr]

Several people here have tried do it yourself fixes that have worked well...a dab of glue or a spot of silicone have worked for others...if it doesn't work...a new eyepiece isn't that expensive.

[Glenn NK]

You shouldn't say things like that on a public forum.;) ;) :lol: :lol:

[adam LC]

You shouldn't say things like that on a public forum.;) ;) :lol: :lol:
HAHHAHAHAAA!!! :lol:

You just had to read this thread... for the subject line alone!:lol:

[cylentka]

Sounds like you need a smaller size to fit your little gear.

[tomd]

For a while, it was just a corner, but last week half or more popped off. Is it just stretching and time for a new one?

[WorkingClassHero]

Sounds like you need a smaller size to fit your little gear.

Arf. :lol:

[saravrose]

an eye piece for your camera is about eleven dollars at the local store.. (if I remember correctly)..

[Glenn NK]

For a while, it was just a corner, but last week half or more popped off. Is it just stretching and time for a new one?

Maybe the rubber cushion just needs re-seating. Failing that I wouldn't be afraid to put a very small dab of clear silicone sealant on it.

However, if you know anyone in the glass business (windows for commercial buildings), they use a structural grade silicone that is black, and would hardly show. This type of silicone sealant will outlast the camera - literally. It is used to afix sealed window units to curtain wall systems of high-rise buildings - it's very durable and strong.

[joshandlauri]

I was going to make a comment and then I saw he was talking about a camera.

[JWright]

Stick a layer of good ol' gaffers tape on the back and it should fit just fine...

[cfpackerfan]

This thread has more than your usual views. :lol: Wonder if it has anything to do with the title?? LOL

I've had to replace the eyecup on the XT. It's pretty common I guess. If you don't have a local store, you can get one HERE. (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?ci=1&sb=ps&pn=1&sq=desc&InitialSearch=yes&O=RootPage.jsp&A=search&Q=*&bhs=t&shs=Canon+Eyecup+EF+for+Digital+Rebel+Series&image.x=8&image.y=4)

[Moppie]

Dear chap, I just spilled my GnT.

[tomd]

Stick a layer of good ol' gaffers tape on the back and it should fit just fine...

Where can I purchase gaffers tape? Is it available in a "consumer store" or is this a speciality store purchase?

[MDJAK]

What brand rubbers are you using?

And please be careful, you can get in a lot of trouble if it falls off. :lol: