You need to use a Cross instead of a Tee for the center gimbal piece. The cross balances the forces from the handle movement. Using a Tee the force are slightly above the Center of Gravity.
@sophtware Thanks! You mean the design in this video(2009-July) doesn't work? I think I know the reason - too much friction when idling, too too too too much friction when loading.. am i right? You have a new design, 4th right? Support!
@TheRetardFriends I meant in biblical days. So it could be another few thousand years before I get to it! Just kidding. Been working on other stuff...
I made the gimbal joint, everything he did in this video ive done, but can anyone please tell or link me to how to do the middle part? It would be much appreciated
the trick is the second axis that is connected to the main shaft. It will just drop in your design, I thought about rubber bands but afraid it will bounce
I have a three head designs that I have made and tried and so far none of them work. I have a new, fourth design, that I'm sure will work now. I just haven't had any time to make it and post a video. I'm trying to keep this simple so you don't have to have a machine shop to create on, which is the difficulty. Plus the fact 2 pound and less cameras a very difficult to balance. You really need precision adjustments for such light cameras. Stay tuned. I will complete this.
@sophtware Thanks! You mean the design in this video(2009-July) doesn't work? I think I know the reason - too much friction when idling, too too too too much friction when loading.. am i right? You have a new design, 4th right? Support!
I really like how you make your gimbal (as weird\sexual as that may sound). I was thinking for the top, if it needs to be heaver, why not get a flat piece that has a bunch of holes. You can use bolt to mount the camera wherever (if you don't use the main shaft to mount) and by using washers and wing nuts you can add weight wherever it needs to go to balance the glidecam. It would be cheaper then the system used on the glidecam hd-x000 series.
This is pretty impressive but I would never trust my DSLR on something I put together. I've been using the Cam Caddie Scorpion goin for about $38 on Amazon and it's improved every single shot I've taken since I bought it.
Just wanted to let everyone know that I am NOT dead. I've just been spending a lot of time revamping my design. Making a GlideCAM for a light camera is not easy on a budget. The lighter the camera, the harder it is to balance the unit to get quality video from it. And the key to balancing is finding the Center of Gravity (CG) for the camera. Which is difficult to say the least. Once I come up with an inexpensive solution I'll post.
@TomDChunk So what are you going to do now, build a glidecam? I've also got an HV30 and am looking for an inexpensive steadycam/glidecam solution. I was gonna try building one myself but I was looking for a design that looks halfway decent aesthetically since I planned on taking it with me to shoot weddings
what you see is what you get do not make these glide cams they suck thats why you only see a few videos on this setup they suck sorry sophtwar thats why you havnt made pt. 2 cause it doesnt work i spent 45 dollars on trying to build this setup and thats money down the drain
SSSSSSSSSSSSTTTTTTTOOOOOPPPPPP do not make this i tryed it and it sucks and look how ungly this build is write me and i will show you how to make a real one
The video (part 1) is very good. I managed to work out what you did and with a lot of trail and mostly error finished it I used lazer cut washers for the weights the washers were the scrap parts left over after cutting out plates. I would still like to see your solution to finishing the glidecam mount keep up the good work and never mind the people who can't work out what came next in the build.
@cerberis221 - I completely agree. I used a metallic electrical device component for the camera mounting to good effect, and two flattened shelf supports for the base. It took some creativity, and while I'd still like to see the second part in order to work on improvements, I reckon people should try their best to create something on their own.
First off i dont leave nasty comments often. I want to ask you why this video is even up if you don't even have part 2 ? whats the pont ?Your just getting everybodys hopes up ! I had a fight with my dad over this because he couldent finish it. And stop promiseing part 2 ! Its been almost 3 years !
Having tried various attempts at different gimbals, this is easily the best - Thank you. I need a little help with getting the balancing right, and would seriously appreciate seeing part 2, or even reading a short write up.Thanks for a great video
Awesome! Rather deal with ugly home made equipment than be the fucking idiot that spent on gear that cost more than the car I drive (which also looks ugly and home made)
Please finish your DIY Glidecam video . It is the best one I have seen . I am a Video production student and need something like this desperately . Hope you feel better soon .
Sorry to hear about what's been happening in your life. Hope all is well now or will get well soon. Thanks for taking the time to post this; we're all looking forward to your next vid.
I had a couple simple questions about your glidecam. I really appreciate your video and you making it so simple to follow. I have the whole thing finished but I was wondering what part you used under the PVC T to keep the gimbal up and secure? Also what is that spacer near the top of the rod? Is there anything on top of the PVC T securing it? Any help is greatly appreciated! If you wouldn't mind mentioning about how many fender washers you used on top and bottom that would be awesome.
design seams to be interesting I was wonder y u r taking so long for part 2? u posted the part 1 over a year now man we really need part 2 copy and paste if ypu guys want part 2 whiting days or weeks not months
I know I'm getting to sound like a broken record, but the video is coming soon. I had a death in the family last week and an emergency room visit for a kidney stone, so those have put a damper on the video for a while. I'm on the west coast right now, and will be back to the house on Monday and will work on finishing the video then. Sorry for the long delay...
@sophtware sorry to hear about the misfortunes. just want to let you know you do great work. awesome tutorials. I've been waiting patiently for a year and a half to see part 2. I'm really hoping you get it up within the week. I'm filming a Christmas video that has to be done before thanksgiving and I need a glide cam for a few shots.
@sophtware sorry to hear about the misfortunes. just want to let you know you do great work. awesome tutorials. I've been waiting patiently for a year and a half to see part 2. I'm really hoping you get it up within the week. I'm filming a Christmas video that has to be done before thanksgiving and I need a glide cam for a few shots.
I've been trying to figure out 'Part 2' by looking at the finished product you show at the beginning...but can't quite get it. Does anyone else know how.
Hey man, I post a request for "part 2" six month ago... and now again the same. U continue with the same answer "I'm going to post in a few days". I'm wondering if you will going to post or not. Say the truth please.
I have a shoot coming up this weekend and it would be incredibly beneficial to have this by then. This looks amazing so far. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE tell me you will be able to upload the next video soon...
The new design uses a PVC Cross and PVC Tee where the bearings are pushed in to the outer edge using a vise or hammer. The main body of the unit is a 5/16" threaded rod cut down to about 16 to 18 inches, depending on your camera weight and final Gimbal position.
@sophtware Is the bearing affected by the press from the vise? I ended up making my own CPVC cross by drilling a hole onto the top part of the T and jamming a CPVC coupler. Worked pretty well.
I've been looking for a nice DIY gimbal build everywhere! thanks! do you put a skate bearing in the open end of the T joint and use a threaded rod as the main rod?
Yes. Final Cut is a whole other game from iMovie! I got up to speed quickly using IzzyVideo's free course. Good luck! I really want to see your second video!
Bear with me on the last video. I had to purchase Final Cut Express to produce the last video, so there's a bit of a learning curve here. I hope to have it, or something, up by the weekend.
@sophtware Yes. Final Cut is a whole other game from iMovie! I got up to speed quickly using IzzyVideo's free course. Good luck! I really want to see your second video!
Technically, it's iMovie. I picked up a copy of Final Cut Express, so I will be finishing the video this week and posting it. I will post the material list in the comments of the video as well.
@3tjrunner3 I'll post the list of parts in the next video, which is coming this week. My iMovie took a crap, but going to grab a copy of Final Cut Express today to finish the video. Also, the newer rig will take many different cameras, including an iPhone.
You can do the bending with a hammer. Really, the only tools required are a hacksaw, hammer, and wrenches for the nuts. With those and a little time, you can do it.
For those waiting for part 2 with the fix for the 'T' used in the Gimbal, the trick is to use a cross coupler (4 connection) and one extra skate bearing. This moves the action point to the center of gravity (CG). Otherwise, using a 'T', puts the action point slightly above the CG, making it impossible to dynamically balance the SteadCAM.
Working on the video now. I discovered a slight flaw in the Gimbal design which makes it nearly impossible to dynamically balance the Glidecam, but have come up with a fix. I will post this fix in a new video by the end of the week. Basically, you'll need an extra bearing and instead of a PVC-T, you'll use a PVC-+ (cross).
I'm going to finish the second part of this and post. It will probably be 2 more videos because I want to talk about how you balance the unit. I also want to do some mods to it for the iPhone. I've seen some other Glidecams on YouTube here, but if you look closely, they're not a true glidecam and I'll explain why.
Heating the standard schedule 40 fittings works like a charm! I put them in at 250 for 10 mins, and it slides right in. Any fitting you don't put a bearing in can also become distorted a bit, but have a piece of PVC tubing nearby and you can insert it to true it up.
BTW, for normal PVC, use 1/2 inch - it is named by the internal diameter, while CPVC is named by the external diameter.
if you check out the website of yb2normal, he was able to get a secure fit with a standard skate bearing and regular schedule 40 pvc by heating the pvc in an oven at 200 degrees. granted, he was heating a slice of pipe, not a fitting, but I'm going to give it a shot. If it works, I can avoid a lot of gluing and cutting.
You need to use a Cross instead of a Tee for the center gimbal piece. The cross balances the forces from the handle movement. Using a Tee the force are slightly above the Center of Gravity.
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@sophtware Thanks! You mean the design in this video(2009-July) doesn't work? I think I know the reason - too much friction when idling, too too too too much friction when loading.. am i right? You have a new design, 4th right? Support!
cowkmetyiu 1 week ago
tomorrow means over 2 years?
TheRetardFriends 2 weeks ago in playlist DIY Camera and Video Equipment
@TheRetardFriends I meant in biblical days. So it could be another few thousand years before I get to it! Just kidding. Been working on other stuff...
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nice show video about glidecam,,,
dont have to put price tag number in here video
bestamerica 2 weeks ago
Can you give us the address for the rest of the videos? I wanted to copy your model, but can't find other parts of your instruction. Thanks a lot.
MrNyuntshwe 3 weeks ago in playlist Glidecam HD
Where the fuck is the part 2? haha!
sx56 3 weeks ago
please upload part 2.
piron416 1 month ago
The gimbal is great. Is this for a lightweight camera? An adjustable telescoping pole may work, with a place to ad weight.
unlearny 1 month ago in playlist DIY Camera and Video Equipment
You actually can use PVC if you just use a vice push the bearing into the pipe
poolec4 1 month ago
When part 2?
Thanks
alejandromedinabaeza 1 month ago
Please post part 2! This looks awesome
artinagnalv 1 month ago
part 2 please
shern92 1 month ago
Part one was very helpful, but where is part 2???
corycanon 2 months ago
No way ! It cant be... Is that you mike?
dc4g 2 months ago
Nice glidecam. Where is part 2?
fkdrums1 2 months ago
I made the gimbal joint, everything he did in this video ive done, but can anyone please tell or link me to how to do the middle part? It would be much appreciated
xDoubleKProductionsx 3 months ago
all this looked awesome, but not having posted the second part in over 2 years makes me assume there's never gonna be a part 2
isaacequezada 4 months ago
I come from Taiwan. I appreciate your work and I look forward to Part 2
yoyohiphop2004 5 months ago
Exelente
sharingartfilm 5 months ago
the trick is the second axis that is connected to the main shaft. It will just drop in your design, I thought about rubber bands but afraid it will bounce
DjBabySlayer 5 months ago
where is part 2 ?!
ludo74100 5 months ago
Hi ! Thank you for your first movie about DIY glidecam, it's very smart ! ;)
What about the second part ? Do you find something to build the 2 axis head ?
Cheers.
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can't wait for part 2
KrezaJosh 5 months ago
BEST !!!!! thx ;)
dominikbittner 6 months ago
I have a three head designs that I have made and tried and so far none of them work. I have a new, fourth design, that I'm sure will work now. I just haven't had any time to make it and post a video. I'm trying to keep this simple so you don't have to have a machine shop to create on, which is the difficulty. Plus the fact 2 pound and less cameras a very difficult to balance. You really need precision adjustments for such light cameras. Stay tuned. I will complete this.
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@sophtware Thanks! You mean the design in this video(2009-July) doesn't work? I think I know the reason - too much friction when idling, too too too too much friction when loading.. am i right? You have a new design, 4th right? Support!
cowkmetyiu 1 week ago
I really like how you make your gimbal (as weird\sexual as that may sound). I was thinking for the top, if it needs to be heaver, why not get a flat piece that has a bunch of holes. You can use bolt to mount the camera wherever (if you don't use the main shaft to mount) and by using washers and wing nuts you can add weight wherever it needs to go to balance the glidecam. It would be cheaper then the system used on the glidecam hd-x000 series.
gdrewpowers 6 months ago
Best of best !! 5 stars !!!
KDXXL 6 months ago
Very good tutorial, but if you wouldn't mind me asking; where is part two, you said was "coming out tomorrow"? :D
andrewbarnhill13 6 months ago
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andrewbarnhill13 6 months ago
Hey dude excellent job!!!, please post the 2nd part is the easy part to do, but may be you have any good advice to make.
regards
sinfantepr 6 months ago
he say's part 2 is coming out tomorrow! XD
PKBDCMY 7 months ago
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andrewbarnhill13 6 months ago
where is part 2?
DeManMetDeMening 7 months ago in playlist FLY CAM 2
This is pretty impressive but I would never trust my DSLR on something I put together. I've been using the Cam Caddie Scorpion goin for about $38 on Amazon and it's improved every single shot I've taken since I bought it.
MrsPalmerTV 7 months ago
I need me some part 2
davidparvey 7 months ago
we need the second part! thanks!
jlfilmus 8 months ago
thanks for sharing the video, hope all is well with your health.
anothacivic 8 months ago
where is part 2??????
RoughLuxuryRecords 8 months ago
Just wanted to let everyone know that I am NOT dead. I've just been spending a lot of time revamping my design. Making a GlideCAM for a light camera is not easy on a budget. The lighter the camera, the harder it is to balance the unit to get quality video from it. And the key to balancing is finding the Center of Gravity (CG) for the camera. Which is difficult to say the least. Once I come up with an inexpensive solution I'll post.
sophtware 8 months ago
@sophtware Glad to hear that you are well
RoughLuxuryRecords 8 months ago
@sophtware Yes, I bought a Glide 2000, and I can't get it balanced for my Canon HV-30!
TomDCHunk 8 months ago
@TomDCHunk It might have to do with the weight of your new camera. It may be too light.
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ChesneyDigital 7 months ago
@TomDChunk So what are you going to do now, build a glidecam? I've also got an HV30 and am looking for an inexpensive steadycam/glidecam solution. I was gonna try building one myself but I was looking for a design that looks halfway decent aesthetically since I planned on taking it with me to shoot weddings
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Стедикам+слайдер.легкие компактные варианты девайсов для видеосъемки.Каждное устройство по 90$.
Видео с тестом:
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2086088 5 days ago
@sophtware ....why not add weight to where the camera is mounted, that would make it easier?
UpTheHarbour 8 months ago
@sophtware I figured it out! Use your vise to secure the handle of your glidecam and then you can balance it "Live."
unlearny 1 month ago in playlist DIY Camera and Video Equipment
Que pasó con la parte 2????
what about to part2 ??
ubasjaim2066 9 months ago
Que pasó con la parte 2????
what about to part2
ubasjaim2066 9 months ago
part2 part2 part2part2 part2 part2 part2part2 part2 ?????
kondee2012 9 months ago
Part 2?????????????????
666inquisition666 9 months ago
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I won part 2?
kondee2012 9 months ago
muchas gracias por publicar este trabajo esta muy bueno
te felicito
lu6hae 10 months ago
Hey, Man!!! Give me fuck'n 2part!!!! Are u good man???
KGBfromLA 10 months ago
Dude that's a great design. Well done. Looking forward to part 2 whenever that happens.
spasmoid1971 11 months ago
Were is Part 2?
JPVisuals2011 11 months ago
what you see is what you get do not make these glide cams they suck thats why you only see a few videos on this setup they suck sorry sophtwar thats why you havnt made pt. 2 cause it doesnt work i spent 45 dollars on trying to build this setup and thats money down the drain
AndrewTheMacGyver 11 months ago
SSSSSSSSSSSSTTTTTTTOOOOOPPPPPP do not make this i tryed it and it sucks and look how ungly this build is write me and i will show you how to make a real one
AndrewTheMacGyver 11 months ago
still waiting for PART 2
militiaz 11 months ago 11
When is part 2 coming out!?!!??
322434 11 months ago
so part 2...is never coming out then?
thebulletskate2 11 months ago
This first video was so well done that it's a shame you can't get the second one organized.
thenar 11 months ago
Ajajaaa almost 2 year for put online the part two... pfff. WTF. Better say that you don't wanna share your idea.
cjMarlon 11 months ago
The video (part 1) is very good. I managed to work out what you did and with a lot of trail and mostly error finished it I used lazer cut washers for the weights the washers were the scrap parts left over after cutting out plates. I would still like to see your solution to finishing the glidecam mount keep up the good work and never mind the people who can't work out what came next in the build.
cerberis221 11 months ago
@cerberis221 - I completely agree. I used a metallic electrical device component for the camera mounting to good effect, and two flattened shelf supports for the base. It took some creativity, and while I'd still like to see the second part in order to work on improvements, I reckon people should try their best to create something on their own.
tightbumsmartypants 11 months ago
bonjour vous êtes ingénieux l'idée et pas mal bravo
gamet1957 1 year ago
Amazing work! Very engenius!!! I just hope I can find the parts on my hardware store!
mduartefilm 1 year ago
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kurupt27 1 year ago
First off i dont leave nasty comments often. I want to ask you why this video is even up if you don't even have part 2 ? whats the pont ?Your just getting everybodys hopes up ! I had a fight with my dad over this because he couldent finish it. And stop promiseing part 2 ! Its been almost 3 years !
BackYardParty088 1 year ago
part 2 please. Up until now is the best DIY stabilizer i have seen. Good work bro!!!
ShVideoPro 1 year ago
Having tried various attempts at different gimbals, this is easily the best - Thank you. I need a little help with getting the balancing right, and would seriously appreciate seeing part 2, or even reading a short write up.Thanks for a great video
tightbumsmartypants 1 year ago
Great Video - maybe just a written description on how to make part 2! It is the best steadicam video out there!
elenahoughton 1 year ago
what about the 2nd part ?????? dude hommie crazy
dtmty 1 year ago
Please allow us part 2, please!
richone99 1 year ago
a part 2 woudl be nice please :)
wesleypiglover 1 year ago
Hi,
Great part 1 video--thank you! I understand that you have been unable to upload part 2, but can you provide a parts list for what would be part 2?
wajobu 1 year ago
pleaaaaaaase part 2!
MoonlightShadowlolz 1 year ago
Files only cut one way pard. . . Going back and forth like a saw, will only damage the file teeth.
FRUNTCASTER 1 year ago
Part 2 coming out?
29jorgen 1 year ago
part 2?
Alvin0327 1 year ago 44
@Alvin0327 yeah! wheres part two??
skip424 6 months ago
realmente es de lo mejor. Voy hacerlo, pero cuando podemos ver la parte 2?
naruaTV 1 year ago
Awesome! Rather deal with ugly home made equipment than be the fucking idiot that spent on gear that cost more than the car I drive (which also looks ugly and home made)
pstchaseki 1 year ago
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where is the next video?
starmileage 1 year ago
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where is the next video?
starmileage 1 year ago
where is the next video?
starmileage 1 year ago
Please finish your DIY Glidecam video . It is the best one I have seen . I am a Video production student and need something like this desperately . Hope you feel better soon .
BelisaTheTechie 1 year ago
When will part two be available?
JazzydogProductions1 1 year ago
Would you suggest that I put a 6lb camera on this little of a mounting system?
Genesimmonsrocks 1 year ago
Part 2 please...
ThirdEyeVisionary 1 year ago
where is part 2??????
BKCvideo1 1 year ago
Sorry to hear about what's been happening in your life. Hope all is well now or will get well soon. Thanks for taking the time to post this; we're all looking forward to your next vid.
ecoarena 1 year ago
This is well done. Any luck on Part 2?
donnybaj 1 year ago
you have the best design on youtube. please upload the second part
AntiScope 1 year ago
i cant wait for part 2 so i can make my own!!!!!
dougiebug1 1 year ago
Where is the part 2?! Link please...
FrenchFriesPeople 1 year ago
getting any hints for the finishing touches would be awesome! i can't quite get it working...how do you stop it from the camera turning side to side?
SfrazierRealtor 1 year ago
what did you use to mount the camera, and what did you use for balance weights?
kharrison1095 1 year ago
I had a couple simple questions about your glidecam. I really appreciate your video and you making it so simple to follow. I have the whole thing finished but I was wondering what part you used under the PVC T to keep the gimbal up and secure? Also what is that spacer near the top of the rod? Is there anything on top of the PVC T securing it? Any help is greatly appreciated! If you wouldn't mind mentioning about how many fender washers you used on top and bottom that would be awesome.
Susp3nc3 1 year ago
dejen de perder el tiempo con este tipo¡¡¡ esa cosa no funciona. fabriquen el que es del tipo merlin. ese funciona correctamente
SuperGuillemo 1 year ago
design seams to be interesting I was wonder y u r taking so long for part 2? u posted the part 1 over a year now man we really need part 2 copy and paste if ypu guys want part 2 whiting days or weeks not months
1chomps 1 year ago
try to view my stabilizer.. DIY steadicam..gimbals are made from ballbearings.. all X,Y,Z axis tnx
DIYfilmaker 1 year ago
OUT OF ORDER !!
¡ NO FUNCIONA !
pp.
ppnautica 1 year ago
Hey. How are we doing? Any closer to getting to the second video?
smpte24 1 year ago
Hurry with part 2 please!!!
SymmetryRolling 1 year ago
Great work!! Where is part 2??
JTODD201 1 year ago
@JTODD201 I finished one myself:
youtube.com/watch?v=sfpC6ZLMns0
bobbycasella 1 year ago
Hey guys, Do a search for " DIY Glidecam - Steadicam - Test Video - GoPro HD "and there is another DIY Glidecam there, Looks easy t build,
smpte24 1 year ago
I'm sorry to hear about that. I hope you get back in shape soon. Best wishes to you.
smpte24 1 year ago
I know I'm getting to sound like a broken record, but the video is coming soon. I had a death in the family last week and an emergency room visit for a kidney stone, so those have put a damper on the video for a while. I'm on the west coast right now, and will be back to the house on Monday and will work on finishing the video then. Sorry for the long delay...
sophtware 1 year ago 10
@sophtware try to view my stabilizer, it's like a glidecam design.. all the gimbals are made of ball bearings.. the x,y,z axis..
DIYfilmaker 1 year ago
@sophtware
here is an idea
how about NOT posting a video part until you have BOTH parts done
this is f-ing ridiculous!
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@sophtware
@sophtware
here is an idea
how about NOT posting a video part until you have BOTH parts done
this is f-ing ridiculous!
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@sophtware sorry to hear about the misfortunes. just want to let you know you do great work. awesome tutorials. I've been waiting patiently for a year and a half to see part 2. I'm really hoping you get it up within the week. I'm filming a Christmas video that has to be done before thanksgiving and I need a glide cam for a few shots.
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@sophtware sorry to hear about the misfortunes. just want to let you know you do great work. awesome tutorials. I've been waiting patiently for a year and a half to see part 2. I'm really hoping you get it up within the week. I'm filming a Christmas video that has to be done before thanksgiving and I need a glide cam for a few shots.
208Marketing 1 year ago
GREAT VIDEO!!!! im sorry for those things was happening =(
GaryShark 1 year ago
I've been trying to figure out 'Part 2' by looking at the finished product you show at the beginning...but can't quite get it. Does anyone else know how.
TomDCHunk 1 year ago
Hey man, I post a request for "part 2" six month ago... and now again the same. U continue with the same answer "I'm going to post in a few days". I'm wondering if you will going to post or not. Say the truth please.
cjMarlon 1 year ago
man pull focus! pull focus! fuck!!!! FTW!
MrRaptur3 1 year ago
I have a shoot coming up this weekend and it would be incredibly beneficial to have this by then. This looks amazing so far. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE tell me you will be able to upload the next video soon...
anthonybernard84 1 year ago
are you going to finish this soon!?
kharrison1095 1 year ago
When do you think you will post the final part...
StreetNationMedia 1 year ago
I just found a rod end bearing at a 'bearing' store $25.00 and is a perfectly smooth orbital gimbal.
robalubious 1 year ago
sorry for the re-post
chrluc 1 year ago
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i don't think any of us care how pretty or how well edited part 2 is, we just want to see it! Please post it......
chrluc 1 year ago
i don't think any of us care how pretty or how well edited part 2 is, we just want to see it! Please post it......
chrluc 1 year ago
The new design uses a PVC Cross and PVC Tee where the bearings are pushed in to the outer edge using a vise or hammer. The main body of the unit is a 5/16" threaded rod cut down to about 16 to 18 inches, depending on your camera weight and final Gimbal position.
sophtware 1 year ago
@sophtware Is the bearing affected by the press from the vise? I ended up making my own CPVC cross by drilling a hole onto the top part of the T and jamming a CPVC coupler. Worked pretty well.
scaddude 1 year ago
I've been looking for a nice DIY gimbal build everywhere! thanks! do you put a skate bearing in the open end of the T joint and use a threaded rod as the main rod?
CWRProductionstudio 1 year ago
I've gotten as far as the gimbal, now where's the rest! Great design, and looking forward to finishing it.
scaddude 1 year ago
Great design!
UnoRaza 1 year ago
any chance of part 2 2day?
Mystr0183 1 year ago
Yes. Final Cut is a whole other game from iMovie! I got up to speed quickly using IzzyVideo's free course. Good luck! I really want to see your second video!
TomDCHunk 1 year ago
Bear with me on the last video. I had to purchase Final Cut Express to produce the last video, so there's a bit of a learning curve here. I hope to have it, or something, up by the weekend.
sophtware 1 year ago
@sophtware Yes. Final Cut is a whole other game from iMovie! I got up to speed quickly using IzzyVideo's free course. Good luck! I really want to see your second video!
TomDCHunk 1 year ago
Thanks so much. I look forward to it
smpte24 1 year ago
Technically, it's iMovie. I picked up a copy of Final Cut Express, so I will be finishing the video this week and posting it. I will post the material list in the comments of the video as well.
sophtware 1 year ago
omg your MAC messed up Aren't they supposed to be reliable?
Mystr0183 1 year ago
it would be super helpful if you put all of the parts in the discription
good video btw, subbed
3tjrunner3 1 year ago
@3tjrunner3 I'll post the list of parts in the next video, which is coming this week. My iMovie took a crap, but going to grab a copy of Final Cut Express today to finish the video. Also, the newer rig will take many different cameras, including an iPhone.
sophtware 1 year ago
ahh wheres part 2
Mystr0183 1 year ago
trip to home depot once pt 2 is done
damoesta 1 year ago
Finished taping the video for part two. I just have to assemble it for YouTube.
sophtware 1 year ago
so when's part 2?
damoesta 1 year ago
Was working on it tonight. I messed up a piece, but it's too late to head to HomeDepot for a replacement. Will try to finish it tomorrow.
sophtware 1 year ago
So I'm really looking forward to part 2
smpte24 1 year ago
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Wish you would hurry up and upload part 2 lol, I got a film to shoot in 2 weeks I want to use your design for. :)
MaiTyFilms 1 year ago
Wish you would hurry up and upload part 2 lol, I got a film to shoot in 2 weeks I want to use your design for. :)
MaiTyFilms 1 year ago
buena gringo perfect ahora queremos ver el test yeahhh saludos.
jazosa 1 year ago
Cant wait.
samvegasmovies 1 year ago
Can't wait for video two! Nice work man!
scattrr 1 year ago
You can do the bending with a hammer. Really, the only tools required are a hacksaw, hammer, and wrenches for the nuts. With those and a little time, you can do it.
sophtware 1 year ago
what if you dont have a vise? do you recommend even attempting to make one?
shattori1 1 year ago
For those waiting for part 2 with the fix for the 'T' used in the Gimbal, the trick is to use a cross coupler (4 connection) and one extra skate bearing. This moves the action point to the center of gravity (CG). Otherwise, using a 'T', puts the action point slightly above the CG, making it impossible to dynamically balance the SteadCAM.
sophtware 1 year ago
Please post part 2 I'm trying to finish up this weekend, or please just tell us about your "fix". Thanks for a great video.
chrluc 1 year ago
Working on the video now. I discovered a slight flaw in the Gimbal design which makes it nearly impossible to dynamically balance the Glidecam, but have come up with a fix. I will post this fix in a new video by the end of the week. Basically, you'll need an extra bearing and instead of a PVC-T, you'll use a PVC-+ (cross).
sophtware 1 year ago
I'm going to finish the second part of this and post. It will probably be 2 more videos because I want to talk about how you balance the unit. I also want to do some mods to it for the iPhone. I've seen some other Glidecams on YouTube here, but if you look closely, they're not a true glidecam and I'll explain why.
sophtware 1 year ago
@sophtware
YAY! I really want to try this out!
keebert 1 year ago
Heating the standard schedule 40 fittings works like a charm! I put them in at 250 for 10 mins, and it slides right in. Any fitting you don't put a bearing in can also become distorted a bit, but have a piece of PVC tubing nearby and you can insert it to true it up.
BTW, for normal PVC, use 1/2 inch - it is named by the internal diameter, while CPVC is named by the external diameter.
wolfgangVG 1 year ago
@wolfgangVG
Yeah, I gotta go back and get the 1/2 in. True on this.
bobbycasella 1 year ago
Very slick! Waiting for part 2.
nousndthem 1 year ago
if you check out the website of yb2normal, he was able to get a secure fit with a standard skate bearing and regular schedule 40 pvc by heating the pvc in an oven at 200 degrees. granted, he was heating a slice of pipe, not a fitting, but I'm going to give it a shot. If it works, I can avoid a lot of gluing and cutting.
wolfgangVG 1 year ago
Part 2!!!
NoSolePK 1 year ago
One of the best vids I've seen on youtube,and one of the tidiest workshops,put's me to shame.
punkjewellery 1 year ago
Have you created part 2 yet?
40andoverl 1 year ago
CPVC is really hard to come by in Malaysia =\
budakpisang 1 year ago
@budakpisang
You'll need to get 1/2 in PVC and heat it up. Makes for a smaller design too, which is nice.
bobbycasella 1 year ago
And oh yeh, thanks for the GREAT detail!
johnkarliss1 1 year ago
Please tell me what exactly will part 2 be titled so I can find it whenever it comes out.
johnkarliss1 1 year ago
Thanks! Very detailed!
TheMetroPhotographer 1 year ago
para cuando la segunda parte¡¡¡¡ funciona tu aparato?????????
SuperGuillemo 1 year ago