Post by: huntandjeep on August 19, 2016, 05:21:52 PM
Post by: 509muley on August 19, 2016, 09:34:35 PM
Post by: Gamblin Guy on August 19, 2016, 09:56:08 PM
Post by: 509muley on August 19, 2016, 10:23:59 PM
Do they all attach to the tripod the same way ? I have the Vortex Summit SS-P tripod and the pan head that comes with it has a problem holding up my 65 mm Swarovski. No matter how tight I lock it down the weight of the scope tips the head enough that I can't see what I'm looking at. I have to lock it down below what I want to look at and hope it tilts into view. So I want to replace it with a better pan head but not sure if they all attach to the tripods the same way.I just read that it is possible to flip the center post around and use the 1/4" stud that is for the hook to mount a Vangaurd head on that threaded stud. Its looks to be a 1/4" 20 stud but I have not verified that yet. Does anyone know if the standard heads mount on a threaded stud as mentioned?
Post by: huntandjeep on August 19, 2016, 10:24:49 PM
I jumped on here to ask the same question only to find yours. I have the same tripod and a 65mm Razor HD. My holds where I lock it down but the tolarances where the quick release plate locks into the head are so loose that I have nearly 1" of travel at the end of my glass. If you find a replacement head that will fit the Summit SS-P let me know. From my research so far I have not seen anything. Thinking about contacting Vortex to see if they will warranty it but I'm afraid I wouldn't get it back in time for my hunt. Best of luck.That's the exact same spot mine is moving. Although not quite an 1" of movement maybe a 1/4-1/2". I sent an email to Vortex and a PM to Elknut . About the movement and ask about different heads that would fit. Will keep you updated with answers.
Post by: Reidus on August 19, 2016, 11:25:10 PM
Post by: huntandjeep on August 20, 2016, 07:50:08 AM
I read the same thing somewhere. The threads for the hook stick out about 5/8" but not sure if the heads allow that much thread engagement.Do they all attach to the tripod the same way ? I have the Vortex Summit SS-P tripod and the pan head that comes with it has a problem holding up my 65 mm Swarovski. No matter how tight I lock it down the weight of the scope tips the head enough that I can't see what I'm looking at. I have to lock it down below what I want to look at and hope it tilts into view. So I want to replace it with a better pan head but not sure if they all attach to the tripods the same way.I just read that it is possible to flip the center post around and use the 1/4" stud that is for the hook to mount a Vangaurd head on that threaded stud. Its looks to be a 1/4" 20 stud but I have not verified that yet. Does anyone know if the standard heads mount on a threaded stud as mentioned?
Post by: 509muley on August 20, 2016, 10:48:55 AM
I have a ss-p n a couple different heads. I can try screw a diff head on when i get a chance.That would be awesome! Please let me know.
Post by: Reidus on August 20, 2016, 09:39:28 PM
Post by: huntandjeep on August 20, 2016, 09:43:31 PM
I took the hook off and the vanguard ph111v screwed right on. Must be a 1/4-20 thread. I briefly tried taking the factory head off but gave up.....too tired. Phillips screw holding the factory head on.Thanks for doing that. I tried to take the Vortex head off today but the Phillips screw is in there tight.
Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on August 20, 2016, 09:49:43 PM
Post by: 509muley on August 21, 2016, 01:14:53 PM
I took the hook off and the vanguard ph111v screwed right on. Must be a 1/4-20 thread. I briefly tried taking the factory head off but gave up.....too tired. Phillips screw holding the factory head on.Perfect. Thanks for doing that!