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Old 24-09-2007, 07:22 PM
astro_nutt
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Wink Rainy day project

Free to good home.
One home-made wood and steel dob mount to suit a 10' f4.9 Saxon or similar.
It does need some attention, and a coat of paint. The optical tube sits in a cradle and is secured by a pair of ocky straps..(the tube can be rotated for viewing comfort)..this sits in the base which rotates on a 305mm lazy susan bearing. The altitude friction control is by tightening a nut on either side.
A booster base with leveling feet comes with a guide for point true North..(you will need a spirit level and a directional compass)
Eyepiece height at zenith when using an f4.9 dob 1165mm, with height booster 1455mm. Weight:- cradle+base+booster= 25.5 kilos.
Remember, it will need a little attention and would suit someone who'd use this mount and keep the OE at home.
This is a pick-up only and I live in the Northern Suburbs of Melboune.
Contact astro_nutt@msn.com
Please note!!!This item has now been given a new home!!!

Last edited by astro_nutt; 26-09-2007 at 02:21 PM. Reason: Change of heart!