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BB
13-11-2011, 02:27 PM
Hi, I am considering a solar scope, and want to know if anyone has had permenantly mount one to a LX90? A PST or a solarmax is what I'm thinking about. Is it advisable to do it this way or should I mount it on its own mount?
Thanks:)

OICURMT
13-11-2011, 02:57 PM
I have my PST mounted on my U2K (in place of the finder) for both Ha and white light observing. No issues at all, just need a little more counterweight, as the PST weighs a lot more than my finder.

Obviously, if you don't have a solar filter for the LX90, you'll have to keep the cap on (and make sure it is very secure).

OIC!

mozzie
13-11-2011, 03:56 PM
hi brendan
i had my solarmax mounted on my lx200 didnt have any issues but didnt like the scope pointing at the sun all day even with dust cover on the scopes get awful hot... iv'e bought a basic alt/az mount that it sits on and setup inside house so i just lift it out and pop of it's dust caps.i can put it anywhere in the yard and also take it away with me...
very very portable!!!!!

BB
17-11-2011, 08:00 AM
Thanks for your advise guys :)