Re: [APML] Comments on vans for dark-sky trips

[George Anderson <georgea@CAM.ORG>]

Make sure you cut the roof off and make it RO/RO with four hydraulic
outriggers for stabilization. :^)

Design and install racks on one side for the transit cases for your
equipment, use cargo netting instead of doors on the racks. If budget
allows look for a 12V/propane fridge. That way you won't flatten you
battery. You run the fridge on 12V during transit and then switch to
propane when parked.

George Anderson
Montreal Canada

Clear skies and good health

Mark Kaye wrote:
> 
> >thing! Having taken out the three  back seats, I have about 8 feet of full
> >width, full height space to use for storage, sleeping, etc. Some of my local
> >astro-club buddies have similar vans, but have not made any modifications,
> >so I haven't received any enlightenment from them. Things just sort of roll
> >around inside.
> 
>     Sounds like it is time for a 60cm f4 telescope.  Then you will not have
> to worry about having things rolling around in the back...
>     Clear skies!
>                 MK
> 
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