Meade LXD55 mount package for sale, package includes: mount, tripod (the weakest point IMHO), two counterweights, autostar 497 handset, all cables, LPI, battery pack holder, all in original Meade box.
The mount is a great visual mount, good goto and tracking. It easily handled by C8 (which is not included in this sale).
A quick search led me to believe you can autoguide using this mount
http://www.iceinspace.com.au/forum/s...ad.php?t=43366 but I have not tried it.
The mount is a good grab and go mount. It probably performs somewhere between a CG-5 and a HEQ-5 (but this is just based on my experience with my EQ-6).
If you do intend to use it for AP work I'd probably recommend upgrade of the aluminum tripod to something like the Skywatcher tripods to make it sturdier.
$400 for the lot taking consideration of the mount's age and wear and tear.
I can post at buyers expense. Inspection and pick up from Melbourne welcome.
I am also going to Snake Valley in March, so happy to deliver there by arrangement.
Thanks
Bo
