20 Most Recent Manfrotto (190XB,128RC) Tripod Questions & Answers

The 3rd video on the right side of this page web site will show you how. http://bogentripodparts.com/repairs.htm

loosen the allen head screw for that legs snap lock

Hi Stefan Possibly some bad news for you..., the Part #R190,304 you ordered is not made for the #190XB tripod..., it is for a model several years older (though it MAY fit)..., (see link for correct parts diagram)!!!! http://www.manfrottospares.com/download/pdfs/190XB_20061025.pdf To easiest way to replace one of the top leg castings is to first remove the centre column and then support the tripod in such a way that the (3) legs are not touching the ground (i.e.: all the weight is supported by the casting through which the centre column would normally mount. You will then need to undo the (3) screw (allen key style) that pierce this casting...., (the reason for wanting to support the tripod via the bottom of this casting is that all the small parts SHOULD stay in place when the top casting is separated from the lower casting. Once this has been done..., carefully remove the leg with the damaged top casting...., replace it (making sure the new one is facing the right direction) & then reverse the procedure. Hope this helps Peter

Little confused here. Is the head the part you want to detach from an older set of legs? Do you want to remove center post from new legs or old legs. The base plate remains on the center post/ Aftre removing 3 set screws, and you want to remove the head from the baseplate and it will not turn, grap slip joint pliers or a pipe wrench, wrap the jaws with cloth ( to prevent marring of head or legs) and while holding head with wrench, have someone else turn legs

Just strip down each leg individually, remove, clean and lubricate sparingly the leg clamps (I use silicone bicycle chain lubricant), wipe the leg sections to remove any accumulated detritus, then re-assemble. Do NOT over tighten the leg clamps - even the aluminium ones can be brittle and snap if over tightened.

Undo the three grub screws, then unscrew the tripod head anti-clockwise.

Thank you for telling us, and for your in-depth review of Manfrotto. Fixya does not supply manuals for any products, I am afraid. If you look on Google, you will find multiple links to this product, and also YouTube videos which may be of some assistance.

Try removing the centre column, then clamp it securely in a vice (or vise, if you prefer), packed with wooden battens to prevent damage. Ensure that all the locks on the head are secured tightly. Then rotate the head counter-clockwise, and it should unscrew from the thread at thye top of the centre column. If it still won't shift, try spraying a little WD40 or other such lubricant at the place where the head attaches to the centre column, leave it to soak in, then try again. If you still have no luck, hie thee to thy local repair facility and humbly beg assistance from the artificer.

I've looked at the spec, and it does not appear to be changeable, unfortunately. Unless you are absolutely wedded to the idea of using that particular head, there are others in the range that can be used with either hand. Check out the selection here : Amazon co uk manfrotto headsThe one I use, for both stills & video, is the 804RC2. There are three handles, one for adjusting in each dimension, the main two being easily accessible from each side. Takes the standard Manfrotto Q/R plate as well.

I own this one - what seems to be the exact problem?

are you just mounting a camera to the tripod itself? - you need to purchase a head as well - the head screws onto the top of the tripod, and then the camera fixes to the head, usually with a qr plate.

Depending upon which model you have it could be as simple as turning the center column upside down. Without more info about the tripod this is the best I've got.

That is going to have to be disassembled and then re assembled. You can send it to: Repairs at SpartanPhotoCenter 108 Garner Rd Spartanburg, SC 29303

It shouldn't make a difference either way. The "Fluid" is so viscous and sticky that gravity is not going to be a factor. The "fluid" is trapped between interlocking disks, so it doesn't go anywhere. Avoid extremely high tempertures. That will cause the "fluid" to run. Just make sure you keep grit and dirt out of the working parts and your Manfrotto head should work for years.

Goto this site: http://bogentripodparts.com/repairs.htm look at the first video on the right side of the page. Follow it to take the head off and then put the head back on. This should fix the problem.

The ball or tension rods could be jammed. not something i would recommend you try at home. This requires some specialized tools. Send it to these guys for repair: http://www.manfrottotripodparts.com/repairs.html reasonable prices too.

There is a video at: http://bogentripodparts.com/repairs.htm the one on the right shows you. It is usually remove the 3 screws and a little force to unscrew the head.

It should..., the bag is 80cm long..., the tripod is 61cm when folded & the head is approx. 10cm tall!!! Math says yes!!!