Alt/Az Mounts and stability

[dennisjames1]

I am using a ED120 X 900 on the Bintel Skyview mount, seems to handle it no worries. There is the problem of vibration which does spoil the view at the eyepiece you need just a hand touch to steady it.
I guess this is issue when using that length tube on these style of mounts. is there a way to eliminate the vibration ? The Porta Mount 2 would also have the same issue with that tube? I know they are sturdier, but i don't think that is the problem here,the Bintel seems to hold it just fine, you can move it with one finger any direction no flexing.

Any ideas or help

cheers

Dennis

[brian nordstrom]

:D Fill the bottom tripod sections with sand , put a seal of silicon rubber on top of it to stop it spilling out and reassemble .
This will add a lot to its stability.
Brian.

[dennisjames1]

Thanks Brian


Mount needs a little more weight for stability, is the Vixen better that way Brian ?

[killswitch]

I had the ED100 on a Porta2 mount and it took a while to recover from shakes. I even tried vibration pads but the tripod just isnt solid enough. I would definitely not recommend it for a bigger scope like the ED120.

I now use a M2 mount on an EQ6 tripod and its very stable.

[dennisjames1]

Thank you:)