What the thread found

• The Ultra Cine sled top stage uses dowel pins to secure the post and arcs together, with glue applied as well.
• A missing front pin among a set of three can result in noticeable left-right play in the top stage.
• Replacement pins can be sourced from general industrial suppliers if the exact size is measured with calipers.
• The manufacturer offers a repair service where technicians can re-pin and re-glue the affected parts, typically completed within a few days.

Depends on

• The thread discusses only the Ultra Cine sled model.
• One user reports success with manufacturer repair but does not detail costs or exact turnaround time.
• Using generic dowel pins from industrial suppliers has not been confirmed as a long-term solution in this discussion.

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