What the thread found

• The battery cage feet can act as protective crumple zones during crashes and should be retained for safety reasons.
• A custom monitor mount based on 15mm lightweight rods can be constructed to allow flexible monitor positioning.
• Installing a quick-release handle on the topstage enables tool-free adjustments during operation.
• The PRO I sled achieves good weight distribution and dynamic balance capability with proper gimbal positioning.
• A drop time of approximately two seconds is considered desirable for this rig type.
• Keeping the battery cage feet on allows the sled to be safely set down when not being worn.
• A custom baseplate can be designed to accommodate both Evolution battery base and 15mm lightweight rod base for different working configurations.
• Monitor mount designs can support multiple attachment methods including Pro mount and 1/4 inch screw mounts depending on weight requirements.
• The PRO I uses relatively lightweight batteries compared to other models, enabling the gimbal to be positioned higher up the post closer to the camera.
• Rewiring the battery base to support both 12V and 24V switchable outputs eliminates the need for jumper systems.

Depends on

• The thread focuses on one model (PRO I) and configurations from 2012, which may not apply to current hardware.
• Several modifications remain described as works in progress and were never fully tested in the field.
• Dynamic balance status in one photograph was uncertain as only straight-line pushing was performed during that shoot.
• Budget constraints in some cases limited the ability to implement optimal solutions like specialized converters or rental equipment.
• One custom rig was never sold or put into regular use, so its real-world performance advantages remain theoretical.

Parts

Top Stage, Base Plate

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