Re: ATM Alt Balance and Eyepieces

[Jim Fitch <jf@arn.net>]

Doug,

I had the same problem with my 13". I moved the teflon pads way out.
Problem solved. Movement is still very smooth although it requires
slightly more force. I think the trade off is a good one. You must keep
the teflon clean or you will notice more stiction, but it's pretty easy
to clean the bearing and teflon with 409 before setting up. 

Jim Fitch
Amarillo, Tx


Doug Tanaka wrote:
> 
> So far, it looks like the traditional approach would be to move the Teflon pads further 
>apart since this would indeed increase the friction.  What I don't know, and what I 
>would like some feedback on, is whether or not the increase in friction would be enough 
>to effect ease of movement - enough, that is, to make me regret having done so.