The Hama model I have is quite lightweight and not all that stable. I don't use it all that much because I have the Velbon which has a quite luxurious fluid head.
I replaced the drive bolt on the Haig today. There was a bit of a bend in the first one. Added another nut to help guide it as well.
The single hinge has to go. Too much movement. Tomorrow I'll replace it with two smaller brass hinges.
There are other small changes that I need to make before I mount the SLR onto it.
I feel the need for a permenant pier in the paddock.
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