I just purchased this bi-pod but I'm not sure if the tilt 'wheel' is working correctly. Tilt is ALWAYS tight regardless of wheel adjustment?
806835
Did you mount the bipod onto your rifle? I had the same concern at first, since I was attempting to manipulate the tilt function by hand on my unmounted bipod. Once I mounted it to a rifle, I was able to effectively tilt the weapon.
806836
Mine was the same way when it arrived. After a bit of working it in, it did lossen up and is very usable now. It is certainly more grid than a Harris- but I guess its intended to be.
806837
I recently shot with this bipod... It is very tight and there is not much release on the tension.. It does allow tilt, but I hope it loosens up over time... Not sure what else to try than let use play its course.
858388
The tilt mechanism can sometimes be stuck, if you examine the bar that goes into the "pneumatic pump area", you'll see it crosses over to the left side to lock the seat... If it isn't engaging, try some WD-40 or tilt chair forward and try in a slightly forward tilt position, and it should engage
800028
You know, I have never used the pan and tilt at the same time. First off I am using this head with a DSLR and not a video camera. Having said that, I usually set the tilt and then just pan as I am shoot. I know this head seems to be real smooth as long as I don't snug it down too tight. I may try to put some graphite on it and just see as smooth it will make it operate. I do know you have to be careful using graphite as it will get all over EVERYTHING! Sorry I could not have been more help to you.
2144746
Since I replaced the bottom bracket with a sealed cartridge, I've had a similar problem. The looseness is on the right side at the bolt closest to the bottom bracket. Although the problems is with the bolt on the right side, that makes the pedal on the left feel loose.But I recently replaced the wedge pins and it seems better now. I may have had the pin facing the wrong direction. If you put in all the pins facing the front, half of them will be backwards!
1442146
Sorry it's taken so long to respond. You can turn middle moveable wheel counter-clockwise to tighten. There is a noticeable difference, when you fluctuate that wheel.
1743015
I'd say it's a defective unit. If you can't tighten it up, I'd get another one. Both mine are tight and work great.
1870684
Mine was the same way but it was not the fluid joint. There's a screw (the included tool fit) that adjusts the entire units attacment. It might be loose.
1389982
After using mine for over a month, I started having that issue as well. The front wheel seems to get stuck. I am planning to call Chicco for a fix, but in the meantime, a little WD40 got it working just fine.
1247639
Try changing angle of windshield .I had same problem on first ride so I gave it a little tilt and works great now
1146620
We've sold quite a few of these units, and in setting them up, there has never been an obvious tilt of the bottom toward the viewer. You might want to double-check that your screws and stand neck were installed correctly. Good luck!
1106883
Yes, mine constantly tilts forward. I don't know if it's defective or it was assembled incorrectly.
841257
Mine works perfect, the leaning is about right perhaps yours is not put together the right way
2249199
Lol!!!! I just found out. Been searching the internet with same problem. I'm usually good with these things so I was quite frustrated not being able to figure it out, almost broke the darn thing trying to use a small screwdriver as someone had suggested. Anyway the answer is.... (drumroll please) It is AUTO-tilt; so once its been completely opened, continuing to crank the mechanism (I know scary, I was worried I'd break it) actually starts working the tilt mechanism!
925687
There are two adjustments bolts at the base of the tilt. Adjust the one on the left until you get a true 45 degree.
1106884
Mine works ok. I simply lift the lever, the seat can then tilt easily. Then, I press the lever back down the lock position.
680166
It is normal to have a little increased resistance compared to a normal wheel. You should still be able to ride it, but it will feel very slow. If the wheel doesn't turn at all, then it is either defective or installed wrong.
2265764
There doesn't seem to be any options in the software that inhibit the wheel from moving like that. I would guess its a hardware issue, maybe something is stuck or broken. Perhaps opening it up could help you find out (if it doesnt void the warrantythat is, if it does then contact customer service)