Nikon 24-70mm f2.8 g zoom ring problem

I know a lot has been discussed concerning the Nikon 24-70mm f2.8 g lens zoom ring problems, but must ask your opinions are experience with this lens.

I bought a used Nikon 24-70mm f2.8 g lens and it has a really tight spot mostly between 50-70mm and produces a scraping sound in this area of the zoom. I will either accept the return and credited to my gift certificate or have them send back the lens and I can have it repaired. The glass is clear and the images are excellent at least in the center, I mean really sharp at 100%. There is a place here in Portland Oregon that can probably repair it and they said that they can get some parts from Nikon. I bought the lens for $550 and had an estimate by Nikon.com of $700 to repair. I know Nikon's estimate is extreme to cover their profit margin. The defect may be anything from a loose screw. lubrication or something more involved.

This lens handles really well. I have ask for a reduction in price due to the lens being rated as good to me it should only be fair with the defect listed.

This is my story, so I am anxious to get some of your opinions on what to do since my decision making sometimes is not good.

Thanks
Larry

I would return it for a refund and, if that is a known problem, I would avoid that particular model in the future.

No idea what the 24-70G sells for in the US, so no idea if $550 is a bargain. I have bought two used, and I've never had an issue with either, but I've heard of the problem. I think the 14-24 has a similar issue on occasion. Wouldn't stop me from buying either if it worked correctly. So if the $550 is not a super bargain, return it and look for another copy. A quick check online on Kijiji and I see three listed in excellent condition at $595, $750, and $795 and at 75% exchange rate all three are in the vicinity of what you paid US dollars.

There are certainly fellows around the forums that would have an idea what causes the issue. I would also check some of the shops that were Nikon authorized service centres before Nikon pulled the plug on them. Good chance they would be familiar with the problem, and if it frequently comes up, them may have a source overseas to buy the parts and keep a stock on hand. I'd also ask for an idea on what these repairs cost. But based on what's available in Canada, I'd suspect you might be better off returning and sourcing another.

Larry,

Check this out. Looks like a very simple repair. Should not be expensive at an independent shop. Not sure I'd make it a DIY project though.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tYLKFUWP68

Hi TO,
All I got is a pipe wrench and 10 Lb. slug hammer. Do you think these would be the right tools? Hey, good hearing from you.

Larry

PS: The lens that arrived with the zoom problem takes excellent images with clean glass so kind of hate returning it. I am checking around for a repair shop that can get and have parts in their inventory.

I returned the faulty lens with the bad zoom ring, told the company that they may want to check the zoom rings on any Nikon 24-70mm f2.8 g lens because I have heard of many have the tight and noisy ring. I bought a lens from Allen's shop which I would highly recommend for personal service in a family-owned business selling new and used equipment.

Thanks for the recommendations on the faulty lens.

Larry