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**DWS1** · 06-27-2021, 08:25 PM

Originally posted by csa

Yes, I'm thinking that's the only alternative I have.

You might try a longer bolt of the proper diameter and thread pitch.

**csa** · 06-27-2021, 08:25 PM

Originally posted by DonV

A larger diameter ring is what is needed, or remove the cover under the ring area.

As another member suggested, I'm simply going to cut off a strip of the cover, the width of the ring. I will have that extra strip that will still be in a circle to use, if I need it elsewhere.

**UncleVanya** · 06-28-2021, 06:26 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by csa

As another member suggested, I'm simply going to cut off a strip of the cover, the width of the ring. I will have that extra strip that will still be in a circle to use, if I need it elsewhere.

The eBay link that isn’t working for you showed a Canon lens someone where someone had done basically that, then they also cut the ring and glued it to the tripod collar. The cut part could be lined up with the opening on the collar. I’m not sure would be smart to do that just pointing out another possible approach.

**csa** · 06-28-2021, 07:22 AM

Thank you! I could always use the double-stick tape, rather than glue, if I decide to cover the tripod ring. That way, it's not permanent.

**UncleVanya** · 06-28-2021, 07:27 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by csa

Thank you! I could always use the double-stick tape, rather than glue, if I decide to cover the tripod ring. That way, it's not permanent.

Glad to help.

vonBaloney · 06-28-2021, 01:24 PM

That's very strange -- I wouldn't want the tripod collar going around the lens coat even if it could be fastened. That would undoubtedly lead to slop/play during tripod or gimbal use.

Ishpuini · 07-30-2021, 02:01 AM

Are you using a custom tripod foot? I have a similar Lenscoat for my DFA150-450 and that leaves the tripod foot free. I would cut away to allow it to attach in your case. You could always use the excess cut off material to glue it onto the foot if you want it covered as well.

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06-27-2021, 08:25 PM	#31
DWS1 Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Arkansas, USA Posts: 1,169	Originally posted by csa Yes, I'm thinking that's the only alternative I have. You might try a longer bolt of the proper diameter and thread pitch.

06-27-2021, 08:25 PM	#32
csa Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Montana mountains Posts: 10,133 Original Poster	Originally posted by DonV A larger diameter ring is what is needed, or remove the cover under the ring area. As another member suggested, I'm simply going to cut off a strip of the cover, the width of the ring. I will have that extra strip that will still be in a circle to use, if I need it elsewhere.

06-28-2021, 06:26 AM - 1 Like	#33
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,464	Originally posted by csa As another member suggested, I'm simply going to cut off a strip of the cover, the width of the ring. I will have that extra strip that will still be in a circle to use, if I need it elsewhere. The eBay link that isn’t working for you showed a Canon lens someone where someone had done basically that, then they also cut the ring and glued it to the tripod collar. The cut part could be lined up with the opening on the collar. I’m not sure would be smart to do that just pointing out another possible approach.

06-28-2021, 07:22 AM	#34
csa Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Montana mountains Posts: 10,133 Original Poster	Thank you! I could always use the double-stick tape, rather than glue, if I decide to cover the tripod ring. That way, it's not permanent.

06-28-2021, 07:27 AM - 1 Like	#35
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,464	Originally posted by csa Thank you! I could always use the double-stick tape, rather than glue, if I decide to cover the tripod ring. That way, it's not permanent. Glad to help.

06-28-2021, 01:24 PM	#36
vonBaloney Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 6,029	That's very strange -- I wouldn't want the tripod collar going around the lens coat even if it could be fastened. That would undoubtedly lead to slop/play during tripod or gimbal use.

07-30-2021, 02:01 AM	#37
Ishpuini Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Antwerp, Belgium Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,727	Are you using a custom tripod foot? I have a similar Lenscoat for my DFA150-450 and that leaves the tripod foot free. I would cut away to allow it to attach in your case. You could always use the excess cut off material to glue it onto the foot if you want it covered as well.

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