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From: Ulf Westerberg <ulf.westerberg@xxxxxxxxxxx>
>Hi all
>
>It seems I'm in the market for an alternative to my Manfrotto(Bogen)
tripod.
>I simply don't agree any longer with the hex-plates as these and the head
>interfere with both my 300/4.5 (with winder attached) and the 90/2 (without
>winder). Moving the bolt on the hex-plate created another problem, now the
>fastener screw interferes with the head itself, arghh! (Are these things
>only manufactured for N*k*n?).
>
>Thanks
>Ulf Westerberg
>
>
Tripod head interference seems to be a way of life. The Bogen hex plate is a
solid and inexpensive quick release. Both Bogen and Kirk Enterprises sell
quite a few different plates for special purposes. With the countersunk
screw version, you should be able to move the screw by cutting a new
countersunk hole in the plate. I used a Nikon F back in the 60s, and I
constantly had problems with the tripod head. Perhaps you are looking fo an
excuse to get a new tripod!
Doug
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