I need a release plate for a cullmann 2502 tripod

Not familiar with the expression 'Quick Release Shor' - can you post a photo, please ?

Fixya does not source nor provide spares or equipment of any nature. We attempt to offer helpful advice to enable people to solve problems. In your case, I should advise looking on Ebay for a source of the items you require - failing that, contact the importer of Cullman products for your country or territory.

You could try your local friendly camera store, but I expect you've already thought of that. You may be lucky on Ebay, but failing that you may need to purchase a complete new pan and tilt head. On most tripods they attach with a 1/4" screw, so they are fairly universal. There are a few listed here :
tripod pan and tilt head
Tony

You should be able to find them on http://www.partstore.com/Model/Best+Buy+Company+Incorporated/Dynex/DXTRP60.aspx

http://www.epinions.com/t-quick-release-plate-for-cullmann-2502?sb=1 visit this site and you will find it!

Try www.TripodQuickRelease.com for that part. There is listed the widest selection of quick releases and support more brands than any other web site I've seen. Because your tripod is not supported by the manufacturer; parts lists and pars are not available, you should measure the opening and see what other brand quick releases will work paying attention to the shape and locking mechanism. Otherwise just get another tripod.

Try www.TripodQuickRelease.com for that part. There is listed the widest selection of quick releases and support more brands than any other web site I've seen.

Get a conversion kit from cullmann.
It's part number is 1998

try shopzilla.com

OKAY!! Thanks to the reply of "Baldwink", I was able to locate the product he suggested here in the U.S. from several dealers. This is the plate that mounts to the camera and allows easy removal/attachment to the tripod.

For the Solidex VT-90 tripod (the one I have and may fit others), order the Cullman CU-40470 Quick Release Plate. This is also described as the "Cullman Medium Quick Release 42mm" plate.

If you don't have the VT-90, measure the shoe plate area on top and remember that there will be at least one beveled (angled) area. Mine measured exactly 42mm square, so I am confident that the Cullman plate will fit. Also, the standard thread size for camera mounting is 1/4", but there are some cameras that use 3/8", so you might want to double check your camera for this spec.

I googled "cullman 40470 quick release" and found several U.S. dealers. The best price was from Adorama.com at $14 plus $5 ground shipping. Some dealers want as much as $33.

After nearly 20 years, I can use my Solidex VT-90 again!