Hi Astronut
I must admit that in this earlier stage of owning my first scope I am reluctant to replace anything yet - so I would welcome any pics of your modifications.
When my scope was collimated - we found that the locking screws and the adjustment screws are identified backthe front on the manual.
Second, if you read the instructions about the washers - one gets the impression that there are supposed to be "two washers" either side of the bearing washer (which I find a bit strange). The fact that the scope only came with two is a give away - but only using one either side still does not give enough thread underneath to place the nut (if I had one).
I can cope without the nut on the base - but had to get thinner washers - which is not a drama
Have a read - and let me know what you think. .
Cheers Petra
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Originally Posted by astronut
Hi Petra,  My new scope sits in pieces in the lounge room. I took off the end rings and painted them all black. This is a personal choice.
If you don't paint the top three, that's ok but the bottom ring that holds the mirror assembly definately needs to be flat black. So I'm glad the Sydney weather is awful, I can get all the mods done.
One other change is going to be the collimation springs, they are a bit on the soft side. When you tighten the locking screws it moves the mirror so throwing out the collimation.
I'm going to do away with them, by using the stiffer springs 
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