Hello,

I'm looking for an explanation on how to use front shift on my Toyo 45AX field camera.

I have exhausted all search options and I cannot find a video demonstration or lucidly written description of how to shift the front standard of this camera.

The only thing I found is in the Toyo 45AII manual (essentially the same camera). This says to keep the extension bed unlocked (locking lever in the center position), hold the front standard by the tilting hinges, and shift it. This is not working. And I feel like I'm going to break it if I use more force. This camera is nearly brand new and there's nothing wrong with it--I have tried to use front shift on a 45A as well, and I have the same problem.

Thanks in advance for your help.

nick