SteadiCam Knob

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Our SteadiCam has had two plastic heads on its adjustment knobs broken off for some time, causing difficulty when tightening things down. Since I didn't have the original pieces, I utilized ShapeSmith to design a quick replacement based on the other knobs but sized for the hex bolts left behind after the factory knobs broke off. Instead of printing them in black, I used brown filament that was already loaded into my printer. To ensure a secure fit, I made the inside opening and post for the hex head slightly tight, applying acetone inside before using a vise to press-fit the bolts into place. Once in place and the acetone evaporates, they'll remain firmly in position.