Mounting RASA 8

[peeb61]

Hi All,

Having just purchased a RASA 8 I have found the dovetail requires a Losmandy type connection to mount it on my EQ6 Pro, my NEQ6 Pro has the Vixen style dovetail holder only. :(

Is there an adapter I can purchase to go from a Vixen to Losmandy dovetail holder for my NEQ6 Pro?

I had it originally mounted it like in the attached but was told there may be flex issues?

Any ideas?

Paul

[glend]

There are several options for conversion. This is one:
https://www.admaccessories.com/product/dual-eq6n-dual-series-saddle-fits-skywatcher-eq6-orion-atlas-mounts/

[h0ughy]

https://www.admaccessories.com/product-category/dv-series/dovetail-saddle-dv-series/

[Wilso]

The Vixen dovetails are really only suitable for lighter weight scopes.
Always use a wider base where possible such as the Losmandy d series dovetails and saddle. :thumbsup:

[The_bluester]

I would second that. I have a narrow dovetail bar on my C925 and if you tap the OTA it has a springy feel to it, more so if you tap in the way that has the force go into the short side of the dovetail profile. If I use it photographically again I will be fitting a wide dovetail to it as my Orion mount has the dual size puck on it.

[peeb61]

Thanks all for your input, much appreciated,

Will take it all in and decide..sooner rather than later! :thumbsup:

Paul