Tripod conundrum

[ndavidson27]

So, I recently picked up a Feisol 3372 CF Tripod as legs for my 8x10 Kodak 2D. I was specifically looking at Feisol's because of the cost, weight, and large diameter mounting base (90mm). After purchase and receiving it, I realized that the mounting screw is 3/8", while the mount on the 2D is 1/4".

While the center column that I received with the tripod has a reversible 3/8" to 1/4" screw, it adds unnecessary weight, height, and stability. I reached out to Feisol, and the only other recommendation they have is to use a release clamp that sits flush with the base, and then use a large Arca-Swiss release plate. While this may be a better option than using the center column, it now adds an additional cost.

I guess my question now is, is it possible to replace the 1/4" tripod mount on the tripod block of my 2D with a 3/8"? I use the tripod block extensively, and would rather fabricate/modify the block instead of mount on the camera itself. Has anyone done something like this? I was also interested in using Feisol's panning and leveling base, but they both have 3/8" mounts as well. I am really trying to avoid using a ball or pan/tilt head.

[Peter De Smidt]

Add a 3/8this threaded insert to the tripod block.

[Leigh]

If the block can be removed from the camera, boring it out and tapping to 3/8"-16 is pretty trivial.

I need to check the specific dimensions to be sure there's enough meat to create proper 3/8" threads.

- Leigh

[Leigh]

Add a 3/8this threaded insert to the tripod block.

Wrong direction.

The tripod (male) is 3/8".

The camera (female) is 1/4".

- Leigh

[Jac@stafford.net]

I guess my question now is, is it possible to replace the 1/4" tripod mount on the tripod block of my 2D with a 3/8"?

Yes. It is a trivial drill & tap operation. Do you have any tools or about $20 to have it done?
You can also spend a bit more for an adapter like this, or a hell of a lot more for a Linhof version.

[ndavidson27]

Wrong direction.

The tripod (male) is 3/8".

The camera (female) is 1/4".

- Leigh

Yeah I was looking that up, and I was having a hard time understanding how that would work. There are 3/8 to 1/4 adapters, such as this (https://www.amazon.com/Stainless-ste...to+3+8+adapter), but then I'm putting the 8x10 on a tiny surface area.

The block is a separate piece, and acts very much like a QR plate. (http://www.apug.org/forum/index.php?...k2a-jpg.27330/). It's 5/8" thick, and about 4"x9".

Thanks for the quick replies everyone.

[ndavidson27]

Yes. It is a trivial drill & tap operation. Do you have any tools or about $20 to have it done?
You can also spend a bit more for an adapter like this, or a hell of a lot more for a Linhof version.

Tools - probably not. $20, yes.

[ndavidson27]

Also would like to avoid adding any extra hardware between the base of the tripod and the 8x10 - so if it's "trivial" (or pay someone to do it), I would rather go that route.

[Leigh]

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That should be added to your profile so it appears in every post.

- Leigh

[ndavidson27]

Thanks for the heads up