Can the ballhead be removed so you can use a different one altogether? I don't really care for the Arca-Swiss style.
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Yes the ballhead can be removed. That's the first thing I did when I received mine.
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Yes. I am actually using a Manfrotto 324rc2 pistol grip head on mine. This tripod is light duty though. I might consider the next size up.
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All the Manfrotto tripods I've used have a standard ⅜" screw thread that is compatible with all their own tripod heads along with the Arca Swiss Z1. I'd be very surprised if they made the 290 series of tripods incompatible with their own tripod heads. You shouldn't have any problem.
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This may be helpful, I bought a quick release plate TY-50 to replace the old one.Here's the link, SIRUI Arca-type Pro Quick Release Plate TY-50
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Actually, it can be either. The Barska Ball Head comes with a 1/4" adapter mount insert for the base that can be removed to reveal the 3/8" adapter mount machined into the base. I use it at the 1/4" size as delivered and had to unscrew the mount to discover the dual option. Really quite versatile.
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It is that type, but not to the standard that I can find. From what I found, the Arca Swiss standard has a 35mm dovetail plate. This one is 38mm wide, or 1.5 inches.
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It is Arca Swiss compatible, i use this tripod and ball head with the Desmond DP-50 & DP-70 plates which are ARCA swiss compatible also. And the safety release works well on these plates too.
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I suppose you could modify it. Its designed to be used in the oval shape it is. I have a new one I never used I could sell cheaper.
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Negative, it cannot function well without a ball head or traditional tripodhead
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Hello Harry. It seems the tripod has a standard thread so you can swap it with any head of your choosing. Note though, the screw is not the 1/4 inch-20, but the heavier bolt size. The pistol grip will give you super easy 2-axis movement, but the head that is shipped has an excellent panning feature separate from the ball function and the ball has both a locking knob and a friction knob that lets you have fairly fluid 2-axis movement. I'm actually very impressed with this tri/monopod - they surpased my expectation for a Chinese product and it more closely resembles the popular Italian line.
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The only way I think you could do that is if you put a sacrificial piece of wood mounted to the piece to screw to the head stock and then cut it off. I would not recommend that though. Best to use the right tools, you always get better results. BTW, this is a great little lathe, I've used it for over a year now. No issues. First one shipped damaged, no issue with the return and shipment of another.
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I don't think it can be removed without destroying it. That being said, I don't see how removing it would affect the operation of the crankset.
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The head is interchangeable with a new head without changing the base. Just make sure when you removed the old one, that you did not crack any of the plastic retention features on the base.
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Yes, The ball head cann be replaced and the mount screw is 1/4" and 3/8th". I replaced mine to a manfrotto 482 (very small) head to make it even lighter. I have gone back to the original head for more strength. Love this tripod for travel!Herb Booth
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If your ball head has an arca swiss clamp the L-Bracket is all you will need. If your ball head just has a 1/4" screw you will need an arca swiss clamp.
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Nomadrydr - No, you do not have to remove the original valve core. The Wheel Masters 90 degree stems are designed to be installed on the original valve stem and each have their own valve-stem. Just install and you're set. I hope this helps...
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i do not see how it would unscrew and be replace by another size head. i do love mine though for what that's worth!
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Yes, the hex screw can be removed. But it's close to impossible if you do it hand-held. What I did was to clamp the ball head to a wooden table with a clamp similar to this: http://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-39180-6-Inch-1-5-Inch-Ratchet/dp/B000NY4UDQ/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1385929739&sr=8-12&keywords=clamp. So as not to damage the finish of the ball head or the ball head itself. It doesn't need a lot of torque it just needs to be clamped down really good. It will also be easier to uninstall the ball head from the tripod if it's connected to one but remember to remove the 3 tiny hex screws at the base or it will be impossible to unscrew the whole ball head assembly esp. if it's connected to Vanguard tripod. And if you're planning to change the original Vanguard quick release clamp to an Arca-Swiss compatible one. I found that this one makes the most sense: http://www.tripodheadinfo.com/uncategorized/video-%E2%80%93-c-12-retrofit-on-vanguard-ball-heads-sbh-100-and-sbh-250-and-sbh-300/. It's a Wimberley product.