[pmrid (Peter)]

These mounts are rated at a 30 Lb (13.6 Kg) limit. And I know that mounting a newtonian on them is generally thought to be a no-no. So I also know that what I’m going to do is going to have most folks rolling their eyes and clicking their tongues.

Nevertheless, I have mounted an 8 inch f5 Newt on it with finder scope and a x3 Barlow’d ASI290MC cam. Weight 11 Kgs. So I’m at 80 %. But I’ve got a site well sheltered from wind and stray light.

With Saturn and Jupiter putting on such a great show at the moment, I just havevto give this a whirl.

Wish me luck.