What the thread found

• The gimbal clamp screw on the Steadicam Zephyr requires a 9/64 inch allen wrench.
• The post clamp screw also requires a 9/64 inch allen wrench.
• The gimbal clamp should be tightened only enough to maintain tension on the cam lever while still allowing it to open and close smoothly, not until it is fully tight.
• Applying purple threadlocker to the gimbal clamp screw threads before installation and then tightening to the proper tension helps prevent the screw from loosening during use and avoids over-tightening damage.
• Over-tightening the gimbal clamp screw can bend or damage it, requiring replacement of the entire assembly from the manufacturer.

Depends on

• One user initially suggested 5/32 inch based on an online retailer listing but did not verify against their own equipment.
• The guidance on threadlocker application and tension adjustment appears to reflect one user's experience rather than official documentation.
• Conflicting advice was given about whether to use the hex key on the cam lever.

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