Updated Bicycle mounted steadicam

Step 3 Updated parts list and tools

Most of the parts are available at a well stocked hardware store. The majority of them came from one of the following: The Home Depot, Ace Hardware or Blain's Farm & Fleet. The Hardware store parts totaled ~$40.00.

In this version I did add a professional tripod head as well as a set of RC shock absorbers, which added ~$35.00 to the total.

QTY - Description

Hardware Store List
8 - Stanley Strap hinges (this brand has plastic bushing that keep the hinge from wobbling)
1 - PKG Clear Bumpers
1 - PVC "T" - 1-5/16" Inside Dia.
1 - PVC "reducer" fitting 1-5/16" to 1"
2 - 4" x 4" "L" angle bracket
1 - EXT Spring 1/4"
1 - EXT Spring 3/8"
1 - 1-1/2" Dia. Hose Clamps
1 - PKG(2) Rubber Washers
2 - PKG(10) 1/4"-20 nuts
1 - PKG(4) 1/4"-20 lock nuts
1 - PKG(20) 1/4" lock washers
1 - PKG(10) 1/4" brass flat washers
1 - PKG(4) 1/4" flat (fender) washer O.D. 1"
2 - PKG(4) 1/4" Bolts (1/4" - 20 x 1")
2 - PKG(4) 1/4" - 20 x 3/4" countersunk bolts
1 - PKG(4) 1/4" - 20 x 1-1/2" machine bolt with flat allen head
1 - PKG(5) 10 - 32 x 1/2" machine bolts and nuts
1 - PKG(10) #10 lock washers
1 - PKG(10) #10 x 1/2" wood screws
2 - 10-32 FN Allen head cap screws
2 - 6MM right angle grease zerks
2 - 6MM nuts
1 - PKG screen door (plastic parts)
Misc Pipe fittings to use as counter weight (may not be needed if spring tension is correct for the weight of the assembly and camera).

Hobby Shop List
1 - pkg of 2 Radio Controlled Car Shock Absorbers
(Any brand should do as long as they'll provide a way to easily attach to the hinges)

Camera Store List
1 - Basic tripod head - your preference here, should be light weight)

As for tools, you'll need;
3/8" Electric Drill
Drill bits - 3/8", 1/4", 5/32", and 3/32"
Hammer
Center punch
Pliers
file
Hacksaw
4" Bench Vise
Assorted wrenches, 3/8" socket set and ratchet or adjustable wrenches.
A small "bubble" type level
a ruler (I used a small metal rule)