2d Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 <p>I have a Oben AT-3400 aluminum tripod that has seen almost zero use stored in it's bag. Two of the legs have a single section that are very sticky for either pulling out or pushing back. I have taken everything apart and it all looks fine well greased etc.</p> <p>Does anyone have experience with Oben Tripods specifically this AT-3400? And if so do you have any insights what I need to adjust in the inner workings of the leg so they are not so stubborn to push back in?</p> <p>Thanks, jeff</p> -------------- My Architectual Photography: Architectural-Cinematographer.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed_Ingold Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Start by taking that leg apart. Look for corrosion or a damaged or misplaced bushing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2d Posted August 12, 2015 Author Share Posted August 12, 2015 <p>Hi Edward, thank you for your response. Yes I had taken it apart many times trying to figure out the problem. Turns out that there is a ridge running the length of the tube that the collars need to be aligned to - it's visually hidden so I didn't notice it until I stuck my finger up there (waiting for the jokes on that one)</p> <p>thanks again for your help.</p> <p>jeff</p> -------------- My Architectual Photography: Architectural-Cinematographer.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed_Ingold Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 New Gitzos work like that too. It's a key to keep the legs from rotating when tightened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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