Re: [APML] Small-scope mount advice needed

["Matt BenDaniel" <matt@starmatt.com>]

Alan,

I think GM-8 or G-11 is the best choice.

There might be a gotcha with the 208XT.  AFAIK Losmandy allows correction
on only one axis at a time.  However, the newer GOTO models may allow
corrections on both axes simultaneously.

I have used the GM-8 for AP with an A-P 130 f6. It handles it, but barely.
 G-11 would be better choice for 5" scope.

Like many Losmandy users, I have tinkered with the mount.  The Losmandy
users group archive on yahoo has lots of info.

Matt

Alan Voetsch said:
> Hi all,
>
> I'd like to be able to go to a different mount for my TV-85 by this
> summer. It sure would be nice to be able to check out other scopes and
> such instead of being glued to a reticle EP all night, don't you agree?
>
> I currently use a Tak EM-1. Good and solid but only single axis
> correction and it is not autoguider compatable. So, I'd like to ask for
> your advice and wisdom as to what suitable mounts might be out there. I
> figure it's not too early to get my homework done and try to dig up
> financing.
>
> Here are my needs:
>
> 1. Must cost less than $2000, preferably around the $1500 range. I don't
> have a problem with used equipment.
>
> 2. Dual axis correction
>
> 3. I'd like to be able to use my current autoguider, a 208XT.
>
> 4. Limited GOTO would be nice, but maybe a stretch for this price
> range.
>
> 5. Carry a TV-85 along with guidescope, camera, etc..
>
> 6. Ideally, the mount would also be strong enough to handle a 4 or 5"
> apo if I'm able to upgrade in the future.
>
> Also if any of you have an idea what my current mount is worth, I'd like
> to hear your opinion.
>
> Thanks,
> Alan

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Matt BenDaniel
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