20 Most Recent Slik 505QF Tripod Questions & Answers

Try www.TripodQuickRelease.com for that part. There is listed the widest selection of quick releases and support more brands than any other web site I've seen.

Below the tripod head you will see what looks like a "sandwich" of two chromed pieces of metal.  The lower one is the top of the tripod's center column.  The upper one is the bottom of the tripod head. Using wrenches or other tools, unscrew the upper one counterclockwise to separate it from the lower one. There is a 1/4" threaded stud which holds them together.
If you plan on replacing the head with a pro head like a Manfrotto, you will need a reducing bushing.  Most heads expect a 3/8" stud, and this tripod's thread is a standard 1/4" stud. The adapters are available through Wolf, Adorama, B&H, and the like.

The US distributer site is on the link below. It has an email address where you can request an estimate for repair or ask for the part. http://www.thkphoto.com/support/support-05.html If you are not in the US you can find your local distributor from the Slik homepage below: http://www.slik.com/index.html Please update the question & let us know if the information given was useful to you - Good Luck!

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From the manufacturer or importer, or else on eBay

By elevator crank handle I presume you mean the centre column adjuster. May be available from the manufacturer or importer, otherwise try Ebay or your local friendly camera service centre.

Your best bet is probably either Ebay, or the manufacturer. You may get lucky with a tour of your local camera stores, especially those that deal in pre-owned gear.

www.tripodquickrelease.com if you have your measurements you might be able to find one that fits, if not shoot them an email at [email protected] and they might be able to find you something.