AdamJL
05-12-2023, 04:26 PM
Hi all
It's been a while since I posted here, but hope to be shooting and posting again soon!
It's time to sell my EQ6-R which I haven't used in a while. This was my first mount, and I've been holding off selling it for (stupidly) sentimental reasons :rofl:
Purchased from AstroAnarchy in 2020. I don't need to write too much about this one, as everyone knows what a workhorse it is, but it served me very well over the years, but it's time to say goodbye as I've had to downsize to a smaller mount due to space/weight constraints.
What's included:
From the standard accessory list:
Mount
Synscan Hand Controller V5 + Holder (see below)
Power Cable
Counterweights (2 x 5kg)
Synscan Hand Control Cable
Allen Wrench 1.5mm and 4mm
Instruction Manuals
Counterweight bar
Azimuth bolts
Extras! Throwing these in as well.
Geoptik carry bag for the mount. Much better than the cardboard box it comes with (https://www.testar.com.au/products/geoptik-bag-for-eq6-r?variant=32285728178263)
2 x Geoptik weight bags (https://www.testar.com.au/collections/geoptik/products/geoptik-bag-for-counterweight)
1 x Extra 5kg counterweight (https://www.testar.com.au/products/neq6-weight?variant=31048333230167)
1 x Extra 1.7kg counterweight (https://www.sirius-optics.com.au/mounts-and-tripods/counterweights/skywatcher-counterweight-1-7-kg-white-20mm-hole.html)
1 x Power Cable that terminates in a DC barrel for those of you who don't use a cigarette lighter port
Trojan stubby ratchet as mentioned below. (https://www.bunnings.com.au/trojan-150mm-3-8-drive-ratchet_p6111005)
EQ6-R Half Pier Extension (https://www.testar.com.au/products/extension-tube-for-neq6-azeq6?variant=31048322941015)
Polemaster Adapter for EQ6-R (https://www.testar.com.au/products/qhy-polemaster-adapter-for-skywatcher-az-eq6-eq6-r-neq6)
I also have an EQ6-R to EQ8 Tripier adapter if you want it. Made by the awesome Josh Bunn. If you don't want it, that's fine. The mount is a beast on a pier!
Anything damaged?
The mount has been well cared for, but the azimuth handle stripped off after a year. It's a known problem. People 3D print replacements but I use a Trojan mini hand socket wrench which is stronger and much more reliable. This will be included with the right size socket. I've included an image of the setup with this at the back.
What's not included (important)
Tripod and Accessory Tray. I'm using these with my AM5. The image I've attached shows the tripod and tray, but these won't be included.
Shutter Release for Canon EOS. I can't find it. If I ever do, happy to post it to you free of charge in future.
Just for the avoidance of doubt, the Geoptik spreaders in the picture are also not included :)
*Synscan controller has the bracket that holds the controller, but not the bit that attaches to the tripod. If I find this in future, happy to post free of charge to you.
All up, asking $1500
Price is for pickup in Sydney. I can ship in Aus, but will check to see how much it costs first to your address and let you know.
Happy to post more pictures, please let me know.
It's been a while since I posted here, but hope to be shooting and posting again soon!
It's time to sell my EQ6-R which I haven't used in a while. This was my first mount, and I've been holding off selling it for (stupidly) sentimental reasons :rofl:
Purchased from AstroAnarchy in 2020. I don't need to write too much about this one, as everyone knows what a workhorse it is, but it served me very well over the years, but it's time to say goodbye as I've had to downsize to a smaller mount due to space/weight constraints.
What's included:
From the standard accessory list:
Mount
Synscan Hand Controller V5 + Holder (see below)
Power Cable
Counterweights (2 x 5kg)
Synscan Hand Control Cable
Allen Wrench 1.5mm and 4mm
Instruction Manuals
Counterweight bar
Azimuth bolts
Extras! Throwing these in as well.
Geoptik carry bag for the mount. Much better than the cardboard box it comes with (https://www.testar.com.au/products/geoptik-bag-for-eq6-r?variant=32285728178263)
2 x Geoptik weight bags (https://www.testar.com.au/collections/geoptik/products/geoptik-bag-for-counterweight)
1 x Extra 5kg counterweight (https://www.testar.com.au/products/neq6-weight?variant=31048333230167)
1 x Extra 1.7kg counterweight (https://www.sirius-optics.com.au/mounts-and-tripods/counterweights/skywatcher-counterweight-1-7-kg-white-20mm-hole.html)
1 x Power Cable that terminates in a DC barrel for those of you who don't use a cigarette lighter port
Trojan stubby ratchet as mentioned below. (https://www.bunnings.com.au/trojan-150mm-3-8-drive-ratchet_p6111005)
EQ6-R Half Pier Extension (https://www.testar.com.au/products/extension-tube-for-neq6-azeq6?variant=31048322941015)
Polemaster Adapter for EQ6-R (https://www.testar.com.au/products/qhy-polemaster-adapter-for-skywatcher-az-eq6-eq6-r-neq6)
I also have an EQ6-R to EQ8 Tripier adapter if you want it. Made by the awesome Josh Bunn. If you don't want it, that's fine. The mount is a beast on a pier!
Anything damaged?
The mount has been well cared for, but the azimuth handle stripped off after a year. It's a known problem. People 3D print replacements but I use a Trojan mini hand socket wrench which is stronger and much more reliable. This will be included with the right size socket. I've included an image of the setup with this at the back.
What's not included (important)
Tripod and Accessory Tray. I'm using these with my AM5. The image I've attached shows the tripod and tray, but these won't be included.
Shutter Release for Canon EOS. I can't find it. If I ever do, happy to post it to you free of charge in future.
Just for the avoidance of doubt, the Geoptik spreaders in the picture are also not included :)
*Synscan controller has the bracket that holds the controller, but not the bit that attaches to the tripod. If I find this in future, happy to post free of charge to you.
All up, asking $1500
Price is for pickup in Sydney. I can ship in Aus, but will check to see how much it costs first to your address and let you know.
Happy to post more pictures, please let me know.