Re: [APML] Meade 390, flip-mirror, and ST-4 focus advice needed

["William R. Mattil" <wrmattil@ix.netcom.com>]

Alan Voetsch wrote:
> 
> Hey all,
> 
> I am trying to set up a guidescope system that will include a Meade
> 90mm 390 refractor, and an ST-4. Ideally I would like to insert a flip
> mirror in the train to make things easier. It sounds like the Meade
> $644 f/m I had in mind (thanks Jeff and Warren) will not have enough
> in-travel to focus properly.
> 
> If any of you have advice or suggestions to offer on this, I'd
> appreciate it.

Alan,

As I am certain that you will hear from others the Meade Flip Mirror
will not function with the ST-4 and *most* 80/90 mm refractors for just
that reason. In focus. Run, don't walk and get a Flip Mate. The
replacement nose piece makes all the difference in the world. 

Regards

Bill

PS: Yes I bought a Meade Flip Mirror too and no .. it didn't work.


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