Alternate screw down clamp for VPI Aries

@dhcod,

Assuming you only broke the plastic part, send an e-mail to VPI and see if they will sell you a replacement - just the plastic part.  Its held to the threaded metal knob with just a snap-ring.  This is the type of plier used to remove/replace the snap ring -  Channellock 926 6-Inch Snap Ring Plier | Precision Circlip Retaining Ring Pliers | Includes 5 Pairs of Interchangeable Tips | Made in the USA - Snap Ring Pliers - Amazon.com If you search Amazon there are cheaper versions.

"The record weight alone does not do the job of the clamp. It is not a substitute."

+1
Biggest problem with clamps is usually (mostly) the users.
Way over torqued  than whats really necessary . 

The job it does is not the job it should be doing. This is something I learned only recently. My carbon fiber clamp was better than anything I ever compared with. Basically the BDR clamp, made from the same material. The Origin Live Gravity One is better in every way. Not even close. Just get it. Get the mat too while you’re at it. And the belt.

You can thank me later.

I have a VPI weight (not screw).   I put 2 dimes under it with the heads facing the spindle (yes there is a difference) Big wide open soundstage.

Buy the VPI stainless steel clamp.

Heavier than the Derain clamp and sounds better.

It is a screw down clamp.