[bluesilver (Peter)]

Hi, I just thought i would ask this question and get some advise and opinions.
On my previous Skywatcher mounts i have adjusted each tripod leg up and down slightly to get a spot on level tripod and mount.

The thing is, where i image and view, the concrete ground ( driveway ) is at about a slope angle of 3.3 degrees.
It might not seam much. but it is quiet a bit if you are trying to level something up.

So i have got a larger tripod and also a larger mount now, the mount is classes as a center balanced mount, but pretty much is a German Equatorial mount, It is a iOptron CEM120

So the question i am asking is:
How critical is it to get a mount perfectly level for imaging?
I realize you need the best possible polar alignment you can get.

Can i get away with it sitting at a 3.3 degree angle? or is it still best to wind up and down the legs to get it spot on?

I feel that as you wind or adjust any tripod leg away from their home position, they will be less stable.

But any advise would be appreciated.
Thanks.
Peter.