Plastic gears now eh! Now there's something I thought I'd never see on a Meade t'scope. Should be a bit quieter tho! Wear factor not included. The new breed of Meade's should prove to be O.K. 4 of our members have them,(LX200-10"+12"), and are very happy with performance and features.
Ving, YOU are NOT LEGALLY ENTITLED to use MY quote, as YOU were NOT even born then!
Give it back!