Skywatcher EQ6 Counterweight extension bar.

[LAW]

As per title. Since upgrading from the 8" to a 10" I need a longer counter weight bar for an 'old' style Skywatcher EQ6.

Thanks,
LAW

[Bart]

I know Orion do now sell an upgraded bar and collar for the Atlas that even imported would still be cheaper than having one made locally.

Have a look here

http://www.telescope.com/Orion-Counterweight-Shaft-Upgrade-for-Atlas-EQ-G-Mount/p/102787.uts?keyword=counterweight

My son machined my mount's collar to take a 1" stainless bar and bored out the weights. Definately a big improvement.

[MattT]

Is the thread size M12? or the thinner M6? on the eq6 older style.
Matt