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Old 16-01-2014, 08:12 AM
glend (Glen)
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I had a look at Jupiter through my small scope (130mm newt) and was able to focus ok. I was running a light shield on the front which helped keep some of the stray moon light from bouncing around in the tube. Could easily see the band definition and the four major moons . It helps to use good eyepieces.

Be aware that these very hot days result in heat thermals rising off the earths surface for hours after dark and this can make objects twichy or fuzzy. Best approach is to wait a few hours until it subsides.
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