[turbo_pascale (Rob)]

I've been able to determine that the encoder on my RA motor from my LX200GPS is not working. This is the result of my "Motor Stalled" message on startup.

The motor itself works, but there is no output from the encoder.

The encoder is a US Digital E4-256-091-L, which is a discontinued product. Their replacement product (E4T) does not come in a configuration with the same bore diameter, so is not a drop in replacement.

I'm specifically looking for either someone who has a spare motor (either RA or DEC motor) from an 8", 10" or 12" LX200GPS, or someone who has a burnt out motor from one of the above which I could salvage the encoder from.

In the interim, I'm trying to see if US Digital can offer a replacement that could work, but hoping it's easier to see if someone else has some parts in a back room stash somewhere that is for sale.

Thanks.
Turbo