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Old 15-12-2017, 03:37 PM
Bruceaust
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Location: Launceston,Australia
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Eagle Rock Observatory - Construction Sequence

I would like to share some images of the construction of my Observatory.(ERO)
The Photos will speak for themselves. It have been a very rewarding project.
It has taken me 2 1/2 years to complete, but I am sure it will provide me with many more years of pleasure - lots of tinkering - automation etc.
I have included a snapshot of the various stages of construction to the present state.
I also have the molds for sale. ( see the IIS classified forum -Telescopes and mounts. I would like to have these molds used again by a keen individual or group of astronomers. I can offer assistance with the CNC cut ply parts that I have used. (I have a CNC Router)

I have my trusty LX200 Classic installed on a wedge. And a Refractor ready to piggy back. Fantastic not having to setup, align, pack up each night. - a single star sync and I am away

Bruce
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Click for full-size image (1a - Digging the pier hole.jpg)
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Click for full-size image (3a - Pier reinforcements.jpg)
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Click for full-size image (4a - A Hole full of Concerete.jpg)
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Click for full-size image (5a - 400mm Conctrete Pipe as Pier Base.jpg)
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Click for full-size image (6a - Pier Mount Plate pulled down onto reinforecements with extended Bolts.jpg)
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Click for full-size image (7a - MDF Mould Plug Ribs CNC Cut.jpg)
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Click for full-size image (8a - Construction of Plugs.jpg)
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