I use a bogen 503 with HVX and DVX, but I can tell you that the more tripod you can get the better. I had bought a Provista (????) because it was relatively cheap and the CC2 trashed it straight away.
You really need a head that will handle 30+ lbs. in my opinion, which cost many times the cost of the crane...but it's worth it. My friend has a big Satchler ( I think it's SAtchler) and it handles the crane without issue. We then use my 503 for shooting and the Satchler for the crane. Works like a charm.