The latch that holds the camcorder on the tripod is broken and iI cannot find parts for it. It is a heavy duty solidex tripod and I would rather repair it than throw it away.
Can you help ?
Thanks.
Larry Hatley
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OKAY!! Thanks to the reply of "Baldwink", I was able to locate the product he suggested here in the U.S. from several dealers. This is the plate that mounts to the camera and allows easy removal/attachment to the tripod.
For the Solidex VT-90 tripod (the one I have and may fit others), order the Cullman CU-40470 Quick Release Plate. This is also described as the "Cullman Medium Quick Release 42mm" plate.
If you don't have the VT-90, measure the shoe plate area on top and remember that there will be at least one beveled (angled) area. Mine measured exactly 42mm square, so I am confident that the Cullman plate will fit. Also, the standard thread size for camera mounting is 1/4", but there are some cameras that use 3/8", so you might want to double check your camera for this spec.
I googled "cullman 40470 quick release" and found several U.S. dealers. The best price was from Adorama.com at $14 plus $5 ground shipping. Some dealers want as much as $33.
After nearly 20 years, I can use my Solidex VT-90 again!
I bought this part for my Solidex VT-90 HQ but it didn't seem to fit (too wide on the sides where there are small plastic parts standing out). Do you know any solution to this, should I try to in some way cut off the plastic parts standing out (then this part would fit I guess. Or is it something I missed?
Thanks in advance!
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If anyone should need a latch to hold a camera for the defunkt Solidex tripod, I was in the same boat but have found one here in Germany. The company is called "CULLMANN" www.cullmann-foto.de
the part is at Stativ-Zubehor quick release platform for 1/4 Video.
Good luck~
ken
I too am a machinist and have allready made one for myself. If you are interested I can make one for you guys.There is a bit of work as you'll see ..if you require a picture email me at [email protected] am in Australia so that may be a problem. My tripod was a solidex
I have a solidex vt-91 video tripod, one of the legs has a broken clamp that locks the legs into place.It holds but if you push down on it, it slides down.If the clamp brakes on both ends it will be useless.Can this be fixed? If so ,where.
I have a solidex vidoTripod Fluid. I do not know the model number but it is made in Taiwan. It is complete and workes except for the part on top that attaches the camera to the tripod. I will be happy to sell you and ship my tripod to you. All you have to do is pay $10 for the tripod and the additional shipping costs, and you will have all the parts you need
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I have the same problem, I have misplaced the Shoe for my SOLIDEX VT-86HQ. It really sucks that the company has gone out of business. I would definitely would be interested in purchasing a 'tooled' new shoe. I sent eddie777 an email but no response.. yet.
[email protected] is my address. Please contact me.
I have a similar issue.
re: replacement part, attachment latch//Sony HandyCam DCR-PC101 and VCT-D680RM Remote Control Tripod
I have lost the piece that attaches my Sony Handycam to my Sony Remote Control Tripod. I do not know the exact name for that piece ('latch'? ''shoe'?) but it screws onto the base of the camera then easily snaps onto the tripod.
Please can you help me identify where to replace this part? I would imagine it is a standard part, even if that tripod model is discontinued.
If i get enough orders i can make them myself, I am a machinist an tool and die guy. I will make them stronger than orginal. Contact me if interested. [email protected]
I have a Solidex VT-86-HQ that is missing the removable part that latches to the pan head but the latch is OK if you think this will help you let me know. Hope you have not deep sixed yet. Tony
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As far as I know Solidex is out of business and since most of there parts are not standard to the other major manufacturers you should either buy a new tripod or search for the same (exact same) model on ebay or craigs list to find the same model and use it for parts.
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I am trying to find a quick release plate and a couple of the screws that hold the hed to the legs of the tripod.
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I misplaced the quick release for my Solidex tripod and can't seem to find anyone that sells them. Would any other brand fit it?
Same problem here. Looking for quick release shoe for solidex tripod model VT-86HQ If anyone can help please contact me. I have been told Solidex apparently went out of business. At least in tripods anyway.
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Any suggestions welcome!
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Hemi,
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