What operators found

• The Venice brain unit can be mounted inverted at the sled base using an SOS plate with two screws on the M-1 base, placing the weight below instead of above and allowing the lens to reach floor level without antlers.2020 FacebookDisputed
• The M1 and M2 gimbals share the same bearing size as the PRO gimbal, making PRO pan bearings a direct replacement; operators reported noticeably quieter, smoother operation, better lock-offs, and elimination of fishtailing after the swap.2020 Facebook
• The pan bearing on Steadicam® Volt gimbals shipped from Tiffen often contains thick oil or grease-like residue that causes unstable lock-offs; cleaning and applying a single drop of ARRI camera oil restores smooth performance.2020 FacebookDisputed
• The Pilot arm and vest are not compatible with the Mini sled because the Mini gimbal has only two axes built in, with the third axis mounted on the arm itself, requiring significant modifications for use with other arms.2020 General Discussion
• Practicing with medium-weight rigs offers better balance for building both endurance and operating skill compared to always using very light or very heavy setups.2020 Steadi-Newbies
• A properly balanced gimbal system should maintain balance when rotated 180 degrees on the balancing spud, but some units lose balance after rotation2020 Gimbal

Still argued about

1. 2020Achieving lowmode lens height on a 43 lb Sony Venice Panavision Rialto rig without antlers, using inverted body placement.FacebookThe Steadicam Group
2. 2020Cleaning and lubricating the pan bearing (gimbal head) on Steadicam® Volt systems to restore smooth lock-offsFacebookSteadicam operators group
3. 2020Gimbal handle length trade-offs for camera operationOperating

Often in the same threads

Volt19, Zephyr15, Gimbal Bearing9, Top Stage9, Artemis6, Low Mode6, G-70X3, Master Series3, xARM2

All threads

1. 2020Achieving lowmode lens height on a 43 lb Sony Venice Panavision Rialto rig without antlers, using inverted body placement.DisputedFacebookThe Steadicam Group
2. 2020Tiffen M1/M2 gimbal pan bearing friction: PRO gimbal bearing compatibility, lubrication best practice, and bearing precision differences.FacebookThe Steadicam Group
3. 2020Cleaning and lubricating the pan bearing (gimbal head) on Steadicam® Volt systems to restore smooth lock-offsDisputedFacebookSteadicam operators group
4. 2020Compatibility and payload limitations when mixing Steadicam Pilot and Mini componentsGeneral Discussion
5. 2020Finding optimal practice weight for stabilizer rig training as a beginnerSteadi-Newbies
6. 2020Static balance of an Aero gimbal changes when rotated 180 degrees on the balancing spudGimbal
7. 2020Comparison of camera stabilizer arms for beginners and backup useGeneral Discussion
8. 2020Choosing between converting a Pro gimbal or purchasing a Volt gimbal systemWave/Volt
9. 2020Finding practical training workshops for learning Steadicam operationSteadi-Newbies
10. 2020Monitor and accessory upgrades for Steadicam Zephyr rigsSteadi-Newbies
11. 2020Mounting and using a Garfield mount for steadicam rigsSteadi-Newbies
12. 2020Selecting protective cases and foam for a GPI Pro Sled and Titan Arm camera rigGeneral Discussion
13. 2020Comparison of GPI Pro and Steadicam M-2 stabilizer systems for operators considering an upgradeGeneral Discussion
14. 2020Reconditioning core strength and balance for Steadicam operators returning after period of disuseGeneral Discussion
15. 2020Volt gimbal losing calibration in Pause Mode after firmware upgradeGimbal
16. 2020Choosing a first steadicam rig as a beginner operatorSteadi-Newbies
17. 2020Comparison of auto-horizon stabilization systems for single-operator steadicam rigsWave/Volt
18. 2020Archer 2 gimbal sled pans unintentionally during gimbal rotation with Volt systemGimbal
19. 2020Micro vibrations appearing in low mode footage on stabilizerWave/Volt
20. 2020Volt tilt motor bumping when button is pressed during tiltingWave/Volt