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Hello everyone, Does anyone familiar with the Ultra series have an idea about this issue i'm facing here ? WhatsApp Video 2025-03-09 at 21.19.12.mp4 For the story, I just bought an Ultra 1 Steadicam, and it was working perfectly until this morning, the sled randomly started to tilt around 45 degrees only when the camera was facing the stand, or facing me in front of the stand. When the rig is perpendicular to the stand, it behaves just fine, facing left or right, it doesn't matter. I didn't do anything special with it, it was working fine during my tests with the seller, I tested it with very low drop times, various cameras, and no problem. I brought it home and again, no issue during two days, i used it, had fun, and one day this happened... I'm having guesses but I wonder which one is the more likely to be true, so I'd like to be enlighten a little bit. - First the tilt head is doing a clicking sound when toutching it, even if it is correctly locked btw. There is a 1mm play when I grab it an move it side to side. I don't know if it's a normal play when unloaded, I'll check tomorrow if the sound and play are still there when loaded, but it doesn't seems very right to me. I have tried to tighten 4 screws under the head, but they seems to be a fine tuning of the head flatness, is that right ? so i'll have to undo that WhatsApp Video 2025-03-09 at 21.19.27.mp4 - Next, the handle, which seems to be in three parts is also clicking, but not like a bearing click, more like its not behaving well when loaded, and needs to be re tighten. Since my problem is only occuring when the rig is facing the handle, or the other way around, maybe it could be that? I can see the space at the junction between the yoke and the handle is larger on the upper side when loaded. and i see a play when i move it around, even unloaded. WhatsApp Video 2025-03-09 at 21.19.15.mp4 -And last, but not least, maybe the gimbal needs to be centered ? It seems strange to me, because it was absolutely fine the same morning, but I'm new to gimbals so... Also this part doesn't make any strange sound, there is a very very small amount of play when I try to move it around, same as when I bought it. WhatsApp Video 2025-03-09 at 21.19.23.mp4 I've seen videos on how to dismantle a modern gimebal but not an ultra 1. Don't hesitate to ask me for details, i really want to solve this issue, but I don't want to make it worse If a repair manual exists i'd really like to have a pdf I still hope this could be an easy fix, if not I'll bring it to a shop but I'd rather save some money this month ! Many thanks in advance Léo Rodriguez

Greetings All! I created a versatile kit that allows you to fly a big rig at a low entry price point and quickly swap to gimble, hand-held or sticks with the SOS plate and Slingshot. I took a modular approach when creating the kit, so when you’re ready you can swap-in other sleds while keeping the arm, vest and support tools. I bought this Steadicam in 2020 from the talented Lohengrin Zaplain (RIP). I’m the second owner and primarily used this for flying on my own indie productions. The rig was made for heavier cameras, but the package includes a 15lb (6.8kg) weight plate that allows you to comfortably fly newer digital and lighter cameras up to a very comfortable operating weight. The 3A arm can be modified by Robert Luna to open up the bottom of its range. This kit is great for anyone looking to upgrade into a commercially useable rig without the budget for a brand new one. While a little older, it still comes with quite a few nice features. Note that the Transmission, FF and batteries all work. Happy to work with you on pricing and payments. $12,999.00 All-in (Plus Shipping) INCLUDED: 1x Tiffen ULTRA HD Sled Super post, motorised head and HD-SDI line added - Custom Cut Armoured case on wheels - Tiffen 15cm 6" (short) plate - Tiffen 30cm 12" plate - Weight Plate 15lb/7kg Modifications: - removal of the tilting stage - removal of the top post (weak post) - HDMI conections added - 12/24 V electronics bypassed and wired for 12V (electronics are still there) - New double V-mount mount 1x 6“ Transvideo Monitor and Yoke 1x 3A Arm - Good condition. Can fly anything you throw at it! 1x Walt Klassen Rear-Mount Vest - W 32-36 x H 5’8” – 6’2” - New Waist Pads - Slingshot v1 (Gimbal/Handheld mounts) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Additions: 1x SOS plate 1x FOLLOW FOCUS - Bartech Follow-Focus with DM1 motor, mount and cabling 1x TRANSMISSION - Bolt Pro TX/RX (with two backup RX) with cabling 1x Tiffen ULTRA Docking Bracket 2x IndiPro V-Mount Batteries 2x Ultra to 12v XLR Power Cable 1x Ultra to 24v XLR Power Cable 1x Ultra to Panavision 24v Power Cable 1x 4 pin XLR to Fischer 2 pin (arri Alexa) 1x 4 pin XLR to 2pin Lemo (teradek) 2x Tiffen/Hill 5/8 to ¾ arm posts -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------. TRANSPORT: 1x Tiffen Flight case for Sled 1x Klassen Soft bag for Vest 1x Tiffen Soft bag for Arm 1x Klassen Soft bag for Slingshot V1 and front mount vest 1x 6“ Transvideo Monitor and Yoke 1x 3A Arm - Good condition. Can fly anything you throw at it! 1x Walt Klassen Rear-Mount Vest - W 32-36 x H 5’8” – 6’2” - New Waist Pads - Slingshot v1 (Gimbal/Handheld mounts) 1x Tiffen ULTRA Docking Bracket EXTRAS 1x TRANSMISSION - Bolt Pro TX/RX (with two backup RX) with cabling - O.G. but still transmitting image! 1x FOLLOW FOCUS - Bartech Follow-Focus with DM1 motor, mount and cabling - Bomb Proof! 2x IndiPro V-Mount Batteries Plates & Posts Tiffen 15cm 6" (short) plate Tiffen 30cm 12" plate Weight Plate 15lb/7kg 2x Tiffen/Hill 5/8 to ¾ arm posts Ultra Cabling 2x Ultra to 12v XLR Power Cable 1x Ultra to 24v XLR Power Cable 1x Ultra to Panavision 24v Power Cable 1x 4 pin XLR to Fischer 2 pin (arri Alexa) 1x 4 pin XLR to 2pin Lemo (teradek) 1x SOS plate TRANSPORT: 1x Tiffen Flight case for Sled 1x Klassen Soft bag for Vest 1x Tiffen Soft bag for Arm 1x Klassen Soft bag for Slingshot V1 and front mount vest *Front Mount Master Series Vest (?) Project Vest

Hi all, I completed my Steadicam Silver training in September and am looking to purchase my own rig. An Archer2 package with G-50x arm and LX or Ultra vest sound like they fit my needs and price range. I live in San Francisco and will be moving down to LA soon. Thanks!

Previous owner was Katy Most who was kind enough to entrust me with this kit and now I in turn am ready to entrust it to a new operator. I am hoping to sell it all as a package deal. Some items are being added as extra but can be removed if not needed by the purchaser - I will label which items these are. I will reduce the price of the overall package if the buyer does not want this items. Price is listed at the bottom of the post. Based out of Austin, TX. Can meet anywhere in Texas. Anything out of state will require shipping. Buyer pays for shipping. For Sale: Tiffen Steadicam Archer2 (v mount) - HRPC 2760W Sled Case with Custom Cut Foam - Tilt Motorized Stage - HD Marshall Monitor (original monitor) (comes with 3 pin lemo and 9 pin lemo power options) - Motorized Head Gimbal Remote - Low Mode Kit (F-Bracket) with 3 posts (3", 6", 9") - Jerry Hill Docking Ring (one for high mode docking and one for low mode docking) - 4 x Steadicam Weight attachments (one is missing the 1/4 20, but that can be easily replaced and inserted) - Additional V-Mount plate for 3rd battery (3 pin lemo connection) - SOS Long Plate (for quick transfer from steadi to sticks) (SOS female plate has been given 4 additional threads that I can use to install a Gyro to the bottom of the post, they do not interfere with the original threads) - Standard Steadicam Plate Steadicam G50 Arm (X performance upgraded labor/parts - I have the paperwork for this and can provide documentation to potential buyers) - Weather Arm Cover (with bag) - Steadicam Arm Bag Steadicam Ultra1 Vest (previously owned by David Svenson) Jerry Hill Docking Bar Modern Studio Steadicam Stand (not pictured but comes with 3x Slip On Caster Wheels - will update with picture of attached wheels, increases height by an additional 6-8") (OPTIONAL - can be removed to reduce overall price of sale) The Maximum Height is not exactly accurate, I've been able to get it taller with leg adjustment. With the wheels on, I can use it with no issues (I'm a 6' 4" operator). - Minimum Height: 34.25" - Maximum Height: 55.75" - Footprint: 32" Archer Thermodyne Case (not pictured but will add and update post) (OPTIONAL - can be removed to reduce overall price of sale) V-Mount Battery Kit (OPTIONAL - can be removed to reduce overall price of sale) - IDX Dual Battery Charger - IDX 146Wh, 91Wh - 2 x Core SWX 98Wh All photos here and ADDITIONAL photos can be viewed here (more to be added of the steadicam stand caster wheels and thermodyne case) - if any other photos are requested, I can add additional detail photos if needed. Apologies for limited photo content on post, 2mb limit is.. well.. limiting. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/17yle5sU-SoXXu5zQKzzLJ8sCx2QSegBv?usp=sharing NOT INCLUDED OR FOR SALE (Practice Cage, Canon DSLR, Decimator, SDI BNC Cables, window sill plant) Starting Price for the kit when including EVERYTHING: $20,000 Price is negotiable and can be reduced further based on optionals that are not needed/wanted. Feel free to DM! Cheers everyone, Jared

Hi! I'm firstly looking for a master vest, but also interested in ultra 1 vest. Send me a PM if you want to give a great vest a new home. Peder

10" Tiffen Steadicam Plate $150 includes shipping to lower 48 states.

I have two arm posts that will work on Ultra Arms & G70 arms. It's got the helical groove that works with the Ultra arm quick release feature... but this will not prevent it from working on G70 arms. I use them on G70 arms with no issues. These are in great condition. Tiffen sells 12" arms posts for $190 each, I'll take $95 each plus shipping.