Is anyone using this mount with tripod/pier set-up?, if so what scope( type,weight) r u using? and what results are you getting?
I'm thinking of buying a EQ8 head only, mounting it on my permanent obs/pier .I intend to De-fork a 12" Meade LX 90.I'm told this will weigh about 18kg,plus focused,finder, guide scope and cameras will bring the weight up.
Skywatchers are claiming 50 kg capacity( minus 20 kg counterweights) that would leave about 12 kg for camera and other gear( hope to come in around 5 kg. A margin 7 kg to mount limit(14%).
So I'm asking for comments and opinions on this plan and mount, thank you for any replies .
