removing a head

[blakey]

hi, need advice on removing the head from a Slik u-212. head load is 5 lbs.

 

want to put on a Manfrotto 808rc4 head that is good for 17 lbs.

 

with my Canon, gripper, & 100 to 400 lens the load is way over 5 lbs.

 

don't want to buy a new tripod.

 

Thanks, Blakey

[pilotdane]

So, are you having physical trouble removing the existing head and making the change or are you looking for advice?

[pierces]

hi, need advice on removing the head from a Slik u-212. head load is 5 lbs.

 

want to put on a Manfrotto 808rc4 head that is good for 17 lbs.

 

with my Canon, gripper, & 100 to 400 lens the load is way over 5 lbs.

 

don't want to buy a new tripod.

 

Thanks, Blakey

 

Not sure on the Slik u-212 specifically, but on my old Slik and current Giottos tripod and ballhead, lock the panning clamp and twist the head counter-clockwise. Most heads are held on by a standard 1/4-20 threaded stud.

 

Dave

[blakey]

yep, that did it. was worried that I might break the tripod. that's why I asked for help.

 

thanks. now I can get the other head.:D