Looking for guidance on my Beaulieu r16 Faceplate.

[chris layton]

Hi, I'm a filmmaker of 13 years who has always wanted to shoot on 16mm, I came into possession of a Beaulieu r16, only I wish to use a "C" to Canon FD Lens adapter which is being stopped by what I believe is the auto aperture motor. 

I have tried asking online in other places if this mod can be done but ive had vague answers like "use a hammer", I like to go in with a bit of homework first so if anyone has anything helpful please let me know as I dont want to cause serious damage to the machine.

Thank you for your time.   

[Simon Wyss]

What is it that makes you not want C-mount lenses? This camera was made for them and you can find C-mount optics that will satisfy every wish there is.