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Re: [APML] Telephoto Piggyback Mounts

Hi Warren,
 
I use the DCM mount system on a 8" SCT with the GM8. My OM-1 and the 300mm f4 lens are rock solid. I have taken up to 15 minute pics this way and stars are pinpoint. However, I would recommend the other DCMs that allow more adjustement: 2 axis or 3 axis.
 
Clear skies,
Mark
----- Original Message -----
To: apml
Sent: Sunday, December 02, 2001 8:39 AM
Subject: [APML] Telephoto Piggyback Mounts

Guys,
         Anyone mounting a 300-400mm 4.5 lens with a Losmandy DCM or DCM-1?? If so
  • Do you steady the nose with a DR ring?
  • What size, 108mm?
  • Most importantly, Is the DCM-1 too high to make it into a ring and does the DCM work?
Any experience with a similar setup might help. Please comment as I need to be PB ready by New Moon and might have some ordering to do.
 
Thanks,
            Warren