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Old 09-07-2024, 08:57 PM
Startrek (Martin)
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Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Sydney and South Coast NSW
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I’ve had 2 off EQ6-R pro mounts over the past 5 years , still use one of them ( USB2B port )
Personally I found the Ra and Dec axis slightly too stiff compared to my old HEQ5 mount , so I found this YouTube video which demonstrated how to loosen the Ra and Dec axis.
I found this fairly straightforward but you do require some mechanical experience plus a few tools. A strap wrench didn’t budge my Ra axis so used 2 hardened pins and a long screwdriver.
You can always tighten yours if you find them too loose.
In any case I ensure my Ra axis is slightly “east heavy” and Dec axis evenly balanced.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0yzF...VRNi1SIG1vdW50

Good luck
Martin
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