Problem with my tripod

Neville · 08-22-2013, 12:24 AM

I've had my Vanguard tripod for about two years and I have used it almost every day.

Lately, however, I can't lock it into a panning position, yet I can still lock it in tilting position. It feels as though something inside has stripped.

Is it something that can be fixed and, if so, how do I fix it? Or is it time to buy a new tripod?

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**Kerrowdown** · 08-22-2013, 12:54 AM

You could just buy a new head, if you like the legs...

Or you could just say to hell with it, move over and bring in the Manfrotto or the like.

Neville · 08-22-2013, 01:09 AM

Originally posted by kerrowdown

Or you could just say to hell with it, move over and bring in the Manfrotto or the like.

Which Manfrotto tripod would you recommend, without breaking the bank? I often use my Sigma 170-500 lens, so it would need to handle that.

**Kerrowdown** · 08-22-2013, 02:21 AM

Originally posted by Neville

Which Manfrotto tripod would you recommend

Strangely enough I'm one the few that doesn't use Manfrotto tripod, so I can't really advise on that, I do however use a Manfrotto 680B Monopod with a Manfrotto 234 Monopod Tilt Head.

Manfrotto 680B Mono Pod reviews - Pentax Camera Accessory Review Database

For a tripod I personally use a Benbo and have done for years.

Benbo Clasic No 2 reviews - Pentax Camera Accessory Review Database

stevebrot · 08-22-2013, 02:20 PM

Originally posted by kerrowdown

You could just buy a new head, if you like the legs...

My advice as well. You can get a pretty nice head for the price of replacement head + legs.

Steve

Neville · 08-23-2013, 09:09 PM

Thanks for the advice everyone.

One of my more handyman friends had a look at my tripod and has fixed it! He popped off the cap on the one side and saw a large screw that seemed to be rather loose. After tightening it, all is well again.

08-22-2013, 12:24 AM	#1
Neville Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Durban, South Africa Photos: Gallery Posts: 561	Problem with my tripod I've had my Vanguard tripod for about two years and I have used it almost every day. Lately, however, I can't lock it into a panning position, yet I can still lock it in tilting position. It feels as though something inside has stripped. Is it something that can be fixed and, if so, how do I fix it? Or is it time to buy a new tripod? Attached Images

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08-22-2013, 12:54 AM	#2
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,867	You could just buy a new head, if you like the legs... Or you could just say to hell with it, move over and bring in the Manfrotto or the like.

08-22-2013, 01:09 AM	#3
Neville Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Durban, South Africa Photos: Gallery Posts: 561 Original Poster	Originally posted by kerrowdown Or you could just say to hell with it, move over and bring in the Manfrotto or the like. Which Manfrotto tripod would you recommend, without breaking the bank? I often use my Sigma 170-500 lens, so it would need to handle that.

08-22-2013, 02:21 AM	#4
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,867	Originally posted by Neville Which Manfrotto tripod would you recommend Strangely enough I'm one the few that doesn't use Manfrotto tripod, so I can't really advise on that, I do however use a Manfrotto 680B Monopod with a Manfrotto 234 Monopod Tilt Head. Manfrotto 680B Mono Pod reviews - Pentax Camera Accessory Review Database For a tripod I personally use a Benbo and have done for years. Benbo Clasic No 2 reviews - Pentax Camera Accessory Review Database

08-22-2013, 02:20 PM	#5
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by kerrowdown You could just buy a new head, if you like the legs... My advice as well. You can get a pretty nice head for the price of replacement head + legs. Steve

08-23-2013, 09:09 PM	#6
Neville Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Durban, South Africa Photos: Gallery Posts: 561 Original Poster	Thanks for the advice everyone. One of my more handyman friends had a look at my tripod and has fixed it! He popped off the cap on the one side and saw a large screw that seemed to be rather loose. After tightening it, all is well again.