[Gem (Grant)]

Hi all!

First post here. I might have accidently repeated this... not sure.

I am looking at purchasing an 8 inch Skywatcher on a HEQ5 Pro goto mount. I have an 80mm f/5 refractor that I want to piggyback on it in the future with either a CCD or DSLR camera. I am interested in hearing from any HEQ5 owners as to whether the weight should be fine. I would prefer not to get the EQ6 (due to weight and budget) unless I have to. Should the HEQ5 handle the above proposed set up?
In addition, in the past there has been stories of problems with the lubrication of the HEQ5. Is this a thing of the past?

Thanks!!