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Hi Adam. I can relate on how you feel. In 2000 I was the proud owner of the same scope. I had read up on how this scope performs via the magazines available at the time. After trying a few spots away from the burbs, I found the views were better but skyglow was still a problem. The next step was to join the Astronomical Society of Victoria and then visit their dark sky site. This is where the full potential of the scope came through. I learned how to collimate and fine tune the mechanical relationship of mirrors, focuser and finderscope. Next was learning how to look through the eyepiece. Letting your eye accumulate the photons to complete the image. I have moved on from the 8 "dob but it is still in use with excellent optics and a very happy owner. An 8"dob is a great instrument in which to learn the sky and to learn how reflecting telescope work.
Never be sorry for asking questions, it's how we all learn.
Cheers!
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