GL2 doesn't mount on the GC 2000, any thoughts? at DVinfo.net

Bob Benkosky · July 6th, 2003, 06:48 PM

Although it does mount, it still moves. Has anyone had this problem? I bought it used and although my first shot out I got some smooth shots, I know that it's not mounted correctly. It's supposed to lay flat on the small sled on the top but I cannot screw it all the way down. Maybe I need washers or a different screw. Any suggestions?

Ken Tanaka · July 6th, 2003, 09:50 PM

Bob,
I assume that "GC 2000" refers to the Glidecam 2000.

It sounds as if you did not get the full set of tripod hole mounting screws with this used unit. There are several supplied, some longer than others. Rather than try using a washer I would contact Glidecam to get the complete screw set. The camera's bas should be flush with the mounting plate.

Casey Visco · July 6th, 2003, 10:50 PM

bob, a washer will do the trick, and should be there...not under the camera...but inbetween the bolt and the head plate...

Bob Benkosky · July 6th, 2003, 10:54 PM

Actually I did use 2 washers and it worked perfectly. Now it's just a matter of practice.

July 6th, 2003, 06:48 PM	#1
Bob Benkosky Major Player Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Lake Park, Florida Posts: 202	GL2 doesn't mount on the GC 2000, any thoughts? Although it does mount, it still moves. Has anyone had this problem? I bought it used and although my first shot out I got some smooth shots, I know that it's not mounted correctly. It's supposed to lay flat on the small sled on the top but I cannot screw it all the way down. Maybe I need washers or a different screw. Any suggestions? __________________ http://www.veoh.com/channels/filmmaker My clips and films.

July 6th, 2003, 09:50 PM	#2
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Bob, I assume that "GC 2000" refers to the Glidecam 2000. It sounds as if you did not get the full set of tripod hole mounting screws with this used unit. There are several supplied, some longer than others. Rather than try using a washer I would contact Glidecam to get the complete screw set. The camera's bas should be flush with the mounting plate. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

July 6th, 2003, 10:50 PM	#3
Casey Visco Major Player Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 280	bob, a washer will do the trick, and should be there...not under the camera...but inbetween the bolt and the head plate... __________________ Casey Visco Glidecam Industries, Inc.

July 6th, 2003, 10:54 PM	#4
Bob Benkosky Major Player Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Lake Park, Florida Posts: 202	Actually I did use 2 washers and it worked perfectly. Now it's just a matter of practice. __________________ http://www.veoh.com/channels/filmmaker My clips and films.