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Wavy is spot on; get the process of imaging and processing up and
running, and graduate to something larger later. No one scope is ideal for
all targets. Even an 8" f/5 Newt will not render a decent size image of many of the smaller objects such as NGC 3918 for example. On the other hand it has too long a focal length to allow full coverage of some of the large objects.
Many members have several scopes in order to overcome this problem.
Incidentally, regarding your statement that Newts get into awkward positions for observing with, you can make a D.I.Y. device for about $5
that allows you to rotate the tube to a comfortable viewing position.
raymo
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