2011Cases/Carts/Stands and Transport forum
Custom modifications to Yeager steadicam carts using welding and aftermarket components
15 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- A Yeager cart can be modified with TIG welding to customize its design and functionality.
- Yeager cart handles can be rotated out of the way during balance work without interfering with operator movements.
- Custom storage cases can be fabricated and mounted underneath a Yeager cart to organize gear while reducing setup time on set.
- A Yeager cart is compact enough that post, vest hanger, and Mitchell mount can all fit inside the frame.
- Aftermarket storage solutions for cart shelves include plywood boxes at approximately eight hundred dollars or composite Flylite boxes at approximately fourteen hundred dollars.
- The Yeager Jr. model is smaller than the standard Yeager, with some operators preferring larger Backstage carts as a base for custom builds.
- Steadicam operators in locations like New York City sometimes use folding Rock-n-Roller carts instead of larger wheeled carts to facilitate transportation via taxi.
Depends on
- The thread documents personal modifications and preferences rather than manufacturer specifications.
- Pricing information for aftermarket storage boxes is from 2011 and may not reflect current costs.
- No technical specifications are provided for welding modifications or structural changes.
- Custom modifications depend on individual operator skill level and equipment availability.