Hi Brock,
That is very useful information about tightening the bridge. It is much appreciated.
The nameplate at the bottom of the hinge needs to be removed to get at the screw you mention. I have a concern about breaking that nameplate when trying to remove it. So, for the time being, I think I am going to live with the loose hinge. They seem to be in pretty good condition overall --- good collimation and Nikon did seem to clean them up. At some point in the future I will send them in to Suddarth's, if they become damaged or when it is time to get them cleaned up again. Besides, now I have those E2s from Paul to use.
Thanks again.
Regards,
Dennis