Hi Stellarquest,
I bought my collimation knobs from
www.Astronomy-Shoppe.com Tony Costanzo is a nice fellow to deal with.
You can also purchase the knobs from
www.Bob'sKnobs.com
I bought the shroud from Astrozap, it works very well with a draw string at each end. With a wide plastic band at each end it holds the shroud out of the lightpath.
The springs are from centuryspring their code number is S-436.
After you exchange the springs, it is unneccessary to use the locking pins.
As a matter of fact I would use these springs on the 8" and 10". The locking pins turn a simple task into a nightmare, so ditch them.
Keep using the chesire, the lazer is just a gimmick to make you spend more money. I've carried out a high magnification collimation check and the chesire is always spot on.
I hope this helps, if you need further info, please let me know.
John.
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Originally Posted by stellarquest
This is exactly the kind of info I was looking for. Thank you. We did find the collimation at the site a real hassle, as all the scopes present were stock standard. I am not sure if it is allowed to post suppliers of you're parts stockists, but if it is possible would you please?Have seen the ad for Bobs Knobs and liked them.I believe Meade is manufacturing their own brand Shroud. Even though I usually use a Cheshire, I am upgrading to a Laser collimator, for obvious reasons.Thanks for the post John.Cheers for now.
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