Ursa LF Top Handle rod mount

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Ben Scott

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Ursa LF Top Handle rod mount

PostFri Mar 21, 2025 5:42 pm

Not sure if it's just me but no matter how high or low on the handle I put the rod mount and how tight I try to lock it there is still enough flex and movement in it that I can't use it for a follow focus motor.

Is everyone else having the same issue, is there a trick to it, or is my copy just a bit crap?

Thanks,

Ben
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Alan Rand

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Re: Ursa LF Top Handle rod mount

PostSat Mar 22, 2025 3:54 pm

Hi, My rods are very secure. I did take me a miniute (or ten) to realize that all of the twist levers are pull spring ratcheting. :) Where is the flex/movement originating? Are your rods not securing well in the mount or somthing else? What rods are you using? Please post a pic if possible.
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Re: Ursa LF Top Handle rod mount

PostSat Mar 22, 2025 6:07 pm

I haven’t had that problem at all when attached to the pyxis. I use 8” 15mm rods.
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Re: Ursa LF Top Handle rod mount

PostSun Mar 23, 2025 1:25 am

Are these carbon fiber rods that are slipping?
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Ben Scott

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Re: Ursa LF Top Handle rod mount

PostSun Mar 23, 2025 12:33 pm

I've just tightened the TORX bolts on the rod holder part and that has sorted it.

Thanks all!

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