Replacement Parts for Dynatran Tripods

[Louis Smith]

Where can replacement parts be ordered? I need new legs for 2 tripods, not a whole new set of tripods. Or am I better off making them myself out of conduit pipe?

Thanks!

Louis

[Gem Singer]

Hi Louis,

Who makes the Dynatran Tripod? I have been unable to find any information about that brand name on the internet. Is it, perhaps, a re-branded version of another make of tripod?

[Louis Smith]

Thanks for responding! "Maker" is unknown... seller was AMVONA, but they want to sell me a whole new stand.. the legs are 27" long, just over 3/4" dia; mounting hole 3/8" from top; support leg hole at 16 1/4" from top.. the upright is a 3-section, air-shock tower with the 1/4 turn locks. Standard 3 leg, 2 "side brace" flat bars ( 1/2" by 12") to each leg from base. All attached with screws, so easy to replace if I could find the parts... I was seriously considering buying 1/2" conduit, painting it, and using that as replacement legs.. .I'd rather have the real aluminum tube, but it isn't worth $100 to replace the whole thing!

Appreciate the help!

Louis

[Frank Petronio]

Sounds like an Asian import from a minor brand - you might do better "rolling your own."

[Gem Singer]

Sounds like it's time to purchase a new tripod. This time get a Gitzo, or a Bogen/Manfrotto model that is specified for large format.

[Rod Adams]

I have bought several of the dynatran tripods. I use one for my Bronica, One for my nikon, and one for my Canon GL2. I like them because they are heavy. I have had no problems with them. Somtimes buying a name is not all it's cracked up to be. I trust these with my eqiupment which is not inexspensive! Have a great day!