Hi guys,
Thanks for the replies, but I think I may be on the way to getting it sorted!
I had another play around, this time during the day. I also swapped the elements around such that I have the following....
Flattener - OAG - T thread spacer - CCD
I focused the CCD on a tree. I then played with the OAG, and I was able to achieve focus once I removed the nose piece from the DMK and just held it to the OAG. So now I have ordered a (very) low profile T thread (female) to C mount (male) adapter from Teleskop Express. Hopefully this will do the trick.
I keep kicking myself though! When I ordered the OAG plus all the bits and pieces, I was thinking of ordering this adapter "just in case". I though that for a 15 euro part, I could save more than double that on shipping charges
........ oh well......... one to add to the 'lessons learned' database
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Once I receive the part, I will give an update. If this proves to be a success, means I have reduced my payload on the EQ6 from around 14kg to a smidgeon under 10kg, plus should lessen the chance of flexure.
Cheers,
Daniel