RE: [APML] C8 dlx vs. GM-8

["Mark Park" <mark_park@hotmail.com>]

Thanks, however the G-11 is not an option.  I just don't have the $.  I have 
to sell the C8 dlx to raise the cash for the GM-8.  If I don't get the GM-8, 
I'll stick with the C8 dlx.

Thanks again for the input.


>From: "Kolb, Jon" <jkolb@dmwworldwide.com>
>Reply-To: astro-photo@seds.org
>To: astro-photo@seds.org
>Subject: RE: [APML] C8 dlx vs. GM-8
>Date: Mon, 10 Jan 2000 08:29:16 -0700
>
>Mark,
>
>I had to make a similar analysis in choosing between the GM-8 and G-11 a
>couple of years ago.  I ultimately went with the G-11 for the 60 lb
>capacity.  It's the same base diameter as the GM-8, and since your putting
>it on a permanent pier, portability and the extra weight isn't an issue.
>There are also more plates, rings, etc. available for the G-11, and while
>you can get a G-11 saddle for the GM-8, you burn up part of that 30 lbs in
>doing so.  Likewise, if you get a different scope, or want to mount a
>heavier combination of gear later on, the G-11 will be more versatile.
>
>Don't underestimate the weight of rings, plates, and piggyback
>cameras/lenses - my OTA is only 16 lbs or so, but with rings, guidescope,
>plates (including the SBS), and piggyback cameras, my setup has over 40 lbs
>of gear.  I know it's something like 35% more expensive than the GM-8, but 
>I
>personally think it's a better value because of the higher capacity.
>
>Jon Kolb
>http://www.vantagehost.com/kenstars/Images/Guest/JonKolb.html
>
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