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Old March 17th, 2008, 07:33 PM   #1
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Large Radial Dolly

Just finished building this dolly. Got the basic idea from the Cameraman's Multitool, but ended up using slightly different components - specifically the wheel assemblies with built-in laser mounts.


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Old March 19th, 2008, 10:59 PM   #2
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wow, looks real good, better than multitool for sure,
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Old March 20th, 2008, 12:16 PM   #3
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Great work!

Impressive.
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Old March 25th, 2008, 03:38 PM   #4
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Here's the parts list. Most parts are from 80/20 inc. You can also check their ebay store. The wheels are from Northern Tool. I can't find the ones I got on their web site.

All 8020 parts are "15 Series". Part Series in ()

3x 6 Hole Slotted Inside Corner Bracket (4285)
2x 5 Hole Tee Joining Plate (4340)
4x 180 Degree Pivot Bracket (4424)
3x Gray L-Handle Linear Bearing Brake Kit (6800)
1x Corner Bracket (4303)
1515 Extrusion - whatever length you need for the project

I have a few laser mounts available that I can sell for $35 each or $75 for a set of 3. Sorry for the high price, but custom machining costs a bundle.
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Old March 25th, 2008, 11:11 PM   #5
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Very cool looking. What was the final cost of all the parts?
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Old March 26th, 2008, 06:38 AM   #6
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Very cool looking. What was the final cost of all the parts?
~$300

Cost me almost twice as much since I ended up buying some parts twice while designing the thing.
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Old March 26th, 2008, 12:14 PM   #7
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sorry , but do not understand the laser purpose.
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Old April 16th, 2008, 10:37 AM   #8
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Turn all 3 lasers to point at the same spot and the dolly will rotate round that spot.
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Old April 24th, 2008, 08:49 PM   #9
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Love to see some footage shot with this setup...and when are you taking orders ;)
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