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    Re: pan tilt tripod head repair?

    Quote Originally Posted by Drew Wiley View Post
    Depends on the specific head; but it has been quite easy for me to personally refurbish both Gitzo and Bogen pan/tilt heads. Back out the problematic screw or knob, inspect and clean the tap and bolt for any stripped threads. Re-thread if necessary (hopefully it won't come to that), or replace the screw/bolt/knob.
    I have a Gitzo PL5 pan head with a cracked knob on the tilt lock. Do you have a source for replacement parts? TIA
    Michael

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    Re: pan tilt tripod head repair?

    Quote Originally Posted by MSStudio View Post
    I have a Gitzo PL5 pan head with a cracked knob on the tilt lock. Do you have a source for replacement parts? TIA
    Michael
    Try McMaster Carr.
    https://www.mcmaster.com/products/knobs/

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