DIY Counterweight bar

[bloodhound31]

Made this from some threshold plate and some 20 x 20 alum square bar. The weight will attach to the adjustable slider block to achieve balance point. Screwed into existing holes in the OTA.

Baz.

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[rmcpb]

Very simple and neat, therefore, it will work well :)

[Orion]

Looks good Baz.
Are you going to paint it black or will the paint scratch off when you slide it?

[bloodhound31]

I think I will paint it mate.

I have finished the weight component and it all works now. The scope balances perfectly with the ED80 on top now.

The weight is a sealed section of RHS filled with lead shot so I can add or subtract weight if needed. Once sanded smooth and painted it should also LOOK attractive too.

I will be adding the instructions to the A.S.I.G.N. DIY page soon.

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