Restoring-Meade 6 inch
Jim Mcglynn (jim.mcglynn@smalltownbbs.com)
Fri, 7 Jul 1995 03:10:00 GMT
To All,
HELP, I've been lurking for a few months trying to decide what to start
pushin glass on first. I made a trade for an old 6 inch f5 newt tube
assembly minus the diagonal and holder. After a not too close inspection I
found that the primary would need a recoating and the tube will need a
little 'glass repair, not bad yet. I thought well, now might be a good time
to build that foucault tester and check out the primary before I send it
out for a recoat. My question is what time is recommended? I have a copy of
Neale E. Howard's "Standard Handbook ForTelescope Making" and a paper back
version of Texereau's "How to Make a Telescope". one talks a bout slit type
and pinpoint lights. Also, anyone know what size diagonal was standard on
ths scope, my guess was 1.83 or 2.1 or there abouts. If there is a FAQ
covering this I would appreciate it if someone would E-Mail a copy. Thanks
and if some one lives in the far North Dallas area(60 miles) that would be
willinf to demonstrate the foucault test that would be most appreciated.
jim.mcglynn@smalltownbbs.com
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