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Originally Posted by aerobrake
Simplest method is push the scope around using the argo, then next would be putting the scope on an eq table and then last would be to put drives in so the scope tracks and has GOTO. Good thing is you can add as you go.
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Hey thanks
aerobrake for this. This seems like the logical order to add the aforementioned features.
My gut feeling is that I can potentially end up with a 16" dobsonian with all the features of an 11" SCT, for around the same price, but you need to do a bit of the work yourself (install the options yourself as opposed to buying it ready to go).
And yes, the other advantage it that I can purchase the
"base" telescope sooner rather than later, and add the drive, Argo Navis, EQ table, etc. as funds become available.
I am trying to read as much as possible on the Meade 16" LB, especially in
this thread, and I was initially put off by some of the comments but some of the more hardened amateurs, I guess most of the critical comments wouldn't worry me too much as a newbie in dobsonians. (This is not a criticism towards anyone actually making the comments reviewing this product. I am happy to take on board any constructive comments).