2017Steadi-Newbies forum
Clicking noise from a gimbal rig during handheld operation
What the thread found
- Clicking sounds during gimbal operation may originate from loose connections in the vest or dangling cables rather than the gimbal itself
- The ring securing the top stage to the post can become loose and generate clicking noises
- The front-to-back worm gear on the top stage may require tightening with the provided tool when adjusted under camera load to eliminate noise
- A single click when switching between high and low mode is normal behavior as the bearing repositions itself in its groove
Depends on
- Discussion mentions a specific gimbal model but advice may apply broadly to similar rigs
- No confirmation provided that any suggested fix resolved the original issue
- Suggestions about bearing problems and squeaking assume specific failure modes that were not confirmed
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