Dolly for my HMC

I built my own also, a while back. It was very simple and works great but it has been a while since I used it. I used the plans from the Killer Camera rigs book and it didnt take more than a drill and wrench from what I remember.
 
OK, I'm convinced, I'll try to build my own.
Anyone care to specify what kind of wheels did you use? (skateboard/inline, Abec, Diameter, Durometer)
Also, is your setup quiet and smooth?
 
I used rollerblade wheels with abec 3 or 5 bearings. I dont remember which. I actually found a pair of roller blades with these wheels for like 20 bucks or something at wallmart and just took the wheels off. Mine was quite smooth and quiet. I found the thicker pvc pipe makes for much smoother dollying.
 
ikander said:
I just built my own. It works pretty damn well. Movement is uber smooth...(though I do fudge a few takes every now and then)

I followed this basic design.

http://www.digitaljuice.com/djtv/detail.asp?sid=144

I splurged on nice Rollerblade wheels and connected the PVC usingl wooden dowels and side screws. Not bad for 60 bucks.
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This one is a great design, just finished mine this afternoon. It works great. I used abec 5 76mm wheels from a used set in like new condition for $18.

I made a 24" the 1st time around, I wanted something smaller to fit threw doors and put on the edge of a concert stage. Its strong enough to mount the Jib on!
 
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I really must recommend Cinevate's Ballare Dolly system. Or at least their couplers for PVC pipe... they come in both UK (28mm) and US (1 inch) standards...and really make joining ordinary PVC pipe a possibility. Their design for their mast isn't standard Euro mount... but is still inexpensive... and functional. Their customer service is top notch as well! I even think they have a new push bar design!
 
MadHMC150 said:
This one is a great design, just finished mine this afternoon. It works great. I used abec 5 76mm wheels from a used set in like new condition for $18.

I made a 24" the 1st time around, I wanted something smaller to fit threw doors and put on the edge of a concert stage. Its strong enough to mount the Jib on!
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Here is a couple shot clips of the dolly and using it...

http://vimeo.com/6331452

Shot it with the t1i though :P Liking the 50mm Prime.

Thanks for watching...
 
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i have used the EAZY dolly, it is a dream, super compact/collapsible. smooth and easy to use. i havent heard good things about the flex dolly, about the track being weird.
 
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