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Old 22-03-2022, 10:09 AM
zumka (Daniel)
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Broken Crayford focuser



Hi Everyone,

I need your help. While carrying back from the night Astrophotography session my trusted Skywatcher 72ED scope, I tripped and dropped it on the floor. As a result draw tube in the Crayford focuser became loose. After pulling the focuser apart, I have discovered that 2 out of 4 wheels that hold the draw tube in place are broken (see the attached images)

Do I need to buy a new focuser, or does anyone know where I can get the replacement wheels?

If I need a new focuser, can you please suggest which one I should get? I don't need anything advanced since I use ZWO EAF to focus.

Thank you

Daniel
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