just today, I removed the entire tripod shaft by mistake and everything fell into pieces, thanks to you I learned how to reinstall everything and now the tripod works perfectly. much thanks
Manfrotto website mentions that almost all tools are metric. So even the nut/bolt for the center column lock is indeed mm standard. It is 6mm nut/bolt. Manfrotto also warns that using common hardware store bolts (which are usually inch standard) will damage the internal nut thread. I purchased a set of stainless steel 6mm nut-bolt set from Washing Machine repair shop. Got a piece of steel welded to it to make it a heavy duty butterfly bolt. Works like a charm and costs around USD 1 for everything here in India.
When I saw your thumbnail, I thought, Great, a video that finally shows how to put the central column back together. Unfortunately the thumbnail was lying ;)
in the thumbnail you showed the entire casing apart, but here it's already assembled and it's glossed over entirely 😭 trying to fix that part (where the rod attaches to the actual tripod) but it was like, a single second out of this video 😭
Good day, but the problem is that you are skiping! You did not show properly the assembly! Cause i also have the 055xprob that i disassembled to clean it but im struggling now to assemble it specially the plastic circle where the pipe that holds the tripod head enters
Nice, I would use a permanent DIY fix though. Buy the rod, cut to length slightly longer than original. Screw in lock nut so that length sticking out equal thickness of the nut. With the piece of rod sticking out screw in a steel wing nut up to and against the lock nut. Jam the 2 good together and voila permanent fix that will never break. If you really want to the wing nut can be rubber coated. The less plastic the better.
Nice one Tyler. Mine went too so I ordered a new screw but I think it's a problem within the neck. Gonna take it apart now to see. I actually bought an ex-demo Kenro tripod at a steal that's also carbon and has a ball head (but no centre column) and I swear, I actually prefer it to the MF. That centre column is over engineered!
That’s for dropping by Hugh! Agreed, a little to much work went into that center column haha! I’ve retired that as my main tripod and moved up to a Sachtler Flowtech & FSB8 combo. So much better!
Hi Tyler! Can you post the name of the parts? I was afraid to try to repair my tripod, but after I saw your video I take a chance and I figured it out. So I need the same parts that you buy. Thanks and good vibe
I just want to add to this. It requires an M5 bolt. The whole design is rediculous. i go through maybe 3 bolts per month shooting realestate. Ive finally switched tripods. this needs a recall.
I've replaced three of the official parts inside a year. I don't think the screw threads are very good quality..... Mine does get very heavy use though.
i'm about to throw mine away because the "leg tension adjustment" is useless. The legs are just flopping in the wind. I won't be buying any Manfrotto again.
@@TylerEdwards Thanks, bud. Just had a session researching it and remembered it was one I wanted years ago. Mad to see it's still being sold new and rocking. Good sign of a great product.
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just today, I removed the entire tripod shaft by mistake and everything fell into pieces, thanks to you I learned how to reinstall everything and now the tripod works perfectly.
much thanks
Glad it was helpful!
That what happened in my tripod but unfortunately there is a small tiny black piece I don't know where is exactly it's place 🙈can you help me
@@asmaamostafa8596 triangular? I have it left too but at this point I am more concerned with fixing a look knob.
Manfrotto website mentions that almost all tools are metric. So even the nut/bolt for the center column lock is indeed mm standard. It is 6mm nut/bolt. Manfrotto also warns that using common hardware store bolts (which are usually inch standard) will damage the internal nut thread. I purchased a set of stainless steel 6mm nut-bolt set from Washing Machine repair shop. Got a piece of steel welded to it to make it a heavy duty butterfly bolt. Works like a charm and costs around USD 1 for everything here in India.
This just saved my tripod. Thank you!
I for one am glad you went to the effort to post. Helped me immensely, thanks for sharing!
Glad it helped!
Def found it helpful but you should've added the thread pitch and bolt you used!
yes!! my tripod was suddenly falling apart, thanks to your video i fixed it!!
Awesome!
Thanks for posting this after all. Quite helpful as I am considering this repair.
Thank you for this! So helpful! Had the same part break!
Ace hardware sell those with plastic handles already built in to the nuts, they might be round or square.
glad you posted this, I have the exact same problem. Thank you so much!
When I saw your thumbnail, I thought, Great, a video that finally shows how to put the central column back together. Unfortunately the thumbnail was lying ;)
So weird because the thumbnail doesn’t say that all. 🙃 Guess your assumptions were lying
Thanks a ton man at least pointed me in the right direction and a quick fix!
Dude, You saved my life.
Do what I can!
in the thumbnail you showed the entire casing apart, but here it's already assembled and it's glossed over entirely 😭 trying to fix that part (where the rod attaches to the actual tripod) but it was like, a single second out of this video 😭
Thanks man. Worked for me.
Glad you did. i'm having the same problem
My bottom spider has broke TWICE in 2 years without hard use
Dude.... you literally saved me like a couple hundoz thank you!
Glad I could help!
Good day, but the problem is that you are skiping! You did not show properly the assembly! Cause i also have the 055xprob that i disassembled to clean it but im struggling now to assemble it specially the plastic circle where the pipe that holds the tripod head enters
Nice, I would use a permanent DIY fix though. Buy the rod, cut to length slightly longer than original. Screw in lock nut so that length sticking out equal thickness of the nut. With the piece of rod sticking out screw in a steel wing nut up to and against the lock nut. Jam the 2 good together and voila permanent fix that will never break. If you really want to the wing nut can be rubber coated. The less plastic the better.
same thing happened to mine!!! thanks for posting!! this is great!!!
you saved my life bro.
Nice one Tyler. Mine went too so I ordered a new screw but I think it's a problem within the neck. Gonna take it apart now to see. I actually bought an ex-demo Kenro tripod at a steal that's also carbon and has a ball head (but no centre column) and I swear, I actually prefer it to the MF. That centre column is over engineered!
That’s for dropping by Hugh! Agreed, a little to much work went into that center column haha! I’ve retired that as my main tripod and moved up to a Sachtler Flowtech & FSB8 combo. So much better!
Hi Tyler! Can you post the name of the parts? I was afraid to try to repair my tripod, but after I saw your video I take a chance and I figured it out. So I need the same parts that you buy. Thanks and good vibe
Can you do a video with the same tripod but assembling the center column and center column collar (red piece) 🙏🙏 @bobbyfingers
Very helpful! Thank you!
My just had the same problem last month, can you tell the exact part numbers so I can order and replace it myself. Tks man!
hi again, I got it fixed with some lucky alike part already ^^
I just want to add to this. It requires an M5 bolt. The whole design is rediculous. i go through maybe 3 bolts per month shooting realestate. Ive finally switched tripods. this needs a recall.
It could be imperial close to M5. I have plenty of M5s and none go into the original nut.
@@wingmanmedia6536 Ive replaced the nut as it was stripped as well. Maybe you had a different version.
Thanks!
Where does that little black triangle shapped piece go thats in between the red clamps at the end . Mine fell and have no clue where it goes
FM 87.9. Most def a religious station judging by the numbers 😆
lol my car didn't have bluetooth, so i had to use one of those adapters that used a radio channel to play music
@@TylerEdwards nice!😆
Que you put what parts you had to buy especially? (Originals)
What parts do I need, my tripod just did the same this week, do you have a link to the manfotto site? i did a preliminary search but didnt find much
I bought yesterday Manfrotto part for 4$ from Polish Manfrotto service. Why bother with some replacement and extra tools ?
Parts weren’t available locally and needed an immediate fix
I've replaced three of the official parts inside a year. I don't think the screw threads are very good quality..... Mine does get very heavy use though.
i'm about to throw mine away because the "leg tension adjustment" is useless. The legs are just flopping in the wind. I won't be buying any Manfrotto again.
Sachtler Flowtech 👍
The parts are all metric.
What head is that? :)
"Pro Video Head"? Looks bigger than the one I found which has a seemingly low payload max.
It’s the 502 I believe. Great fluid head for the price. Definitely not sachtler but does the job :)
@@TylerEdwards Thanks, bud. Just had a session researching it and remembered it was one I wanted years ago. Mad to see it's still being sold new and rocking. Good sign of a great product.