Re: [APML]: [APML] GM-8 Polar Alignment Scope

[Christopher Go <rigel@mozcom.com>]

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The polar scope worked fine with me w/o any adjustment.  BTW, the polar
scope IS A TWO STAR ALIGNMENT NOT THREE!!

Chris

At 11:04 AM 7/12/98, you wrote:
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>Just made some major equipment changes.  Lost the LX-50, Aquired a GM-8.
>Lost the 201XT. Aquired (not here yet) an ST-4.  Can't wait to get things
>up and running BUT-
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>the reticle in the polar scope on the GM-8 appears to be set to far forward
>in the polar scope tube.  As a result the three star alignment cannot be
>achieved since the reticle pattern is to large.  I believe its made by
>Celestron.  Has anyone had any experience with these polar scopes. Can they
>be adjusted or does it have to go back to Celestron.
>
>John Wall
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Christopher Go
Christone Industries
Manufacturer and Exporter of Quality Fossil Stone and Wrought Iron Furniture
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