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Old 27-11-2005, 12:19 PM
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adjustable plywood equatorial wedge for an lx90 for less than $50

Have constructed a wedge for my lx90 fromm plywood and hardware purchased locally . All parts were made using basic hand tools. Have attached some pics . Have tried it out and it works fine.
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Old 27-11-2005, 01:05 PM
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Hi philip, that's an excellent result!

I might have to get out the wood working tools, my self.

I can see that you have made the mount adjustable in altitude. Can you adjust in azimuth as well?

Adam
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Old 27-11-2005, 02:29 PM
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simply beautiful, well done!!
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Old 27-11-2005, 02:35 PM
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Great work.......

Looks to have limited Altitude adjustment....but who care as long as your not planing on using it too far Nth or south.

Looks great Philip.
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Old 27-11-2005, 02:41 PM
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That is excellent Philip!!!!

Another well made and clever home-made accessory!
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Old 27-11-2005, 05:59 PM
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Nice job Philip, looks as solid as a rock.
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