Nikon 18-55 : Optical block removal (disassembly and assembly)

[@sangxathu5]

Does it work for VR lens as well?

[@diyextravaganza]

Hi, I've disassembled the VR as well, removing some parts of it is a bit more tricky as far as I can remember, so, proceed with caution. Best.

[@badger67]

Excellent presentation sir. My wife has the same (non-VR) 18-55 and it's big brother, the 55-200 from 2006 or there about. Is the procedure the same for the 55-200? The other question I need to ask is, her 18-55 has about 3mm of play. When using manual focus it is very noticeable and troublesome. Can it be rectified at all?

[@diyextravaganza]

Hello, first question, no, the 55-200 disassembles differently. If you need basic cleaning, I made this video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3fJeWZjnNVlr5I . About the play, under the rubber ring, you'll find a tape that needs removal (mark things before), then, you can unscrew the top of the zoom ring and take out the focusing part for inspection (this it what I remember but need to take a look into a lens to make sure). Best regards.

[@badger67]

@@diyextravaganza Thank you. I'll give it a try. Many thanks.

[@diyextravaganza]

@@badger67 anytime !

[@papazola2247]

Thanks

[@diyextravaganza]

You're welcome, please share it friends! Best

[@arielgajda3335]

Nice👏👍🤙🇦🇷

[@diyextravaganza]

Un lente que merece mucho amor. Un abrazo.