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I assumed that it would swap between Alt-Az and Eq easily, but didn't know for sure so I didn't want to assume.
I used my 8" SCT as push-to. You don't have a choice with an LX5. It's hard to get it to balance in every position but I think I prefer pushing it in the forks and wedge than the Eq, mostly because all of the movements are within an arms reach. You don't have go all contortionist to operate the clutches. You do have to watch that the eyepiece/barlow/diagonal will go through the forks but if you're pushing you know before it goes clunk.
I wish I'd kept my forks and wedge now.
I agree about the cost of the wedge. There are people imaging with homemade wooden wedges. Food for thought.
Steve.
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