Do I need 3 or 4 hands to operate the Quick Release? The head seems to have 1 bolt w/ 2 release levers. Will loosening 1 cause everything to crash down?
514896
I use mine for a Nikon Speed Light. Don't really have any problems and is far sturdy enough for the speed light. It does take two hands to use this stand, no big deal.
514897
:) You only need 2 hands. There are teeth that hold them together while you use 2 hand to break it loose. Then you can hold the arm with one hand and unscrew it with the other hand. It isn't difficult at all. :D
514898
You need 4 hands to work it. Although it's strong, it's awkward and clumsy. Unlike a C-Stand, this has teeth so you can only adjust it to certain positions. It isn't a professional set-up. Nonetheless, it was cheep and yes, it holds lights.
514899
There are two levers, with one bolt, but the center has teeth. To get the arm to rotate up or down requires one to pull the two halves apart slightly after loosening the bolt. Loosening the bolt also loosens the grip on the stand, so don't raise the stand to the full height until the boom is at the correct angle.
514900
No, they're really not that secure. The bottom one holds the pole and the top one secure the chrome neck. It take a little getting use to. Good Luck
953762
I switch as needed: clamp the lower shaft in a soft-jaw vise, rotate the head off, put the other head on - 2 minutes? Just don't lose the nuts.
1039141
you will have to assemble the quick release mechanism it yourself. it probably requires 10 or 15 minutes
946458
you should be able to twist/rotate the quick release to adjust how far it clamps when you push the lever in.
2123586
I didn't keep the manual so I'm not 100% sure. But I believe you do need a rear quick release wheel. It comes with a skewer that fits the stand.
374120
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.
670909
No, not al all . Just turn where the arrow tells you or else , it won't turn . No need to loosen or tightening anything .
1762126
Make sure the tension knob is all the way to the left. If you look at the instructions, in image 8B (step 8 and the image labeled B) pull up on the piece that the #19 is attached to. Don't be scared to give it a little muscle, it wont snap. For me it would've been a lot easier with a 2nd person there, but you can still get it done solo.
1912266
Yes it is quick release. And in spite of what one reviewer said, this feature works flawlessly! Be prepared to handle a very heavy vise when you install it. You might even consider getting a second set of hands to help!
278707
The trigger on my 1/2 drive air cat is quite controllable. In truth, I don't have much reason to go into a bolt lightly, but if it were necessary, I feel like it certainly is doable without stripping or twisting off a smaller bolt. Best of luck to you.
1241472
The release is an adjustable by screwing it in or out. As for the axle, it depens whether the original axle will fit into the red ends of the adjustable screw. After things are lined up, lock the adjustable screw with the lever. You can emaIL me at dloew7@yahoo.com if you are confused and I would be willing to take a picture of mine all set up and send it to you. A picture is worth a thousand words and email is limited.
1722595
No, it needs a quick release plate. But it can't connect to it like normally. You need to buy a bolt to connect it. It's a real hassle to take on and off. You literally have to unscrew the bolt using tools every time you want to put it away. Avoid this jib.
532789
I didn't torque it to any certain specs. I used a screwdriver wrapped in electrical tape to tighten the break down by inserting it through the middle baffles. I shoot right handed and tightened it so the top two top ports were at the 1 o'clock position to help keep me on target. The expert I went to said to leave it at the 1 o'clock for right handed shooters and the 11 o'clock position for left handed shooters as viewed from looking down the sights as if you were aiming at a target. It works great on my DPMS Oracle.
1782897
My bike has no quick release either, and I haven't had any issues. I'm not pedaling fast, though, so take that into consideration. :)
1914210
My husband had to put it together. I'm not sure what tools he needed, but I know it is NOT quick release. Hope this helps.
519522
I would say that the three jaw teeth must not be tight enough. You could possibly try holding clockwise pressure against the center dial, while turning the handlecounterclockwise. I have never had anything this would not open. If this dosen't work, you have something that only a medium size belt wrentch will open. In that case, I would be cautious of some possible internal spoilage creating high pressures within your container.
1111456
No. I have to position the can with one hand and then apply the lever. Once it starts, then it runs easily, but I can't get it started one-handed. Maybe someone more coordinated than I can do it, but not me.