[matt]

Guys.

I have my EQ6 (with SynScan) permanenty set up outside "in the elements".

When I'm not using it I cover it with a clear plastic sheet which keeps the rain off but doesn't provide any shielding from the sun.

With the weather warming up I walked out the other day and placed my hand on the mount to gauge its temperature. It was quite warm as you'd expect, sitting in the sun all day.

I was wondering whether I'm likely to encounter any problems with this practice??? Would it be best bringing it inside with the associated hassles of polar aligning every session? Should I just buy a better cover?

Or is it OK out there "in the sun"??