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Longer arm post for Scout


Peter Rimkus

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I’m trying to find ways to upgrade my Scout system during lockdown, and I’m now focused on my arm post. 

I’d love to extend my post length for super high or low mode, but that doesn’t not seem to be easily post on this arm.

The stock arm post is not easily changeable, but I found my F-bracket has a removable arm post. 
 

Does anyone make 1/2” (or I guess slightly less it looks) arm posts? 
 

Do I just find a machinist in LA to make some?

 

Thanks for any advice or tips!

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Hi,

I'm quite familiar with that rig- I worked for Tiffen for a while and was there when it was designed. It is fair to say that you would want to avoid working up a very long post for that arm. The torque increased quite dramatically as the arm post is lengthened.
Here's a whacky but much safer solution: find another Scout arm to buy. In 10 minutes' time you can make yourself a 3-segment arm. This accomplishes a few things all at once. It keeps the arm post short, and greatly increases your boom range.

Just a thought.
Best,

Peter Abraham, S.O.C.

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Thanks Peter! I’ve seen your product demonstration of the Scout on YouTube. 

That’s a great suggestions on the 3-segment arm. I hadn’t thought of that solution. 

Do you think the Scout is worth hanging onto? Or would I be better off not wasting my time tinkering with it?

I figured if it is a good rig, I’ll keep it as a backup or running rig one day. I’d love to get your option, especially since you were around for insider knowledge of it. 

Thanks again!

Pete

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