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Old 16-10-2007, 05:49 PM
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Originally Posted by joshman View Post
hey guys, i've been looking into purchasing a motorized eq5 mount, going on paul's advice from cambroon, (and after getting a real taste of astro-photography), i've been looking on www.myastroshop.com.au
at the various eq mounts available and i've come up with a few options...

i purchase a HEQ5 mount ($1055) or,
i purchase an EQ5 mount ($515) and a motordrive upgrade kit ($280)

the mount and upgrade kit works out cheaper...but would it be worth it? am i better off purchasing teh HEQ5?

or is there an even better option?
How much weight do you plan on putting on the mount?
This will determine if you need the heavier mount. As for price give them a ring and see what deals they will do. Also try Andrews and http://www.telescopeshop.com.au/ for comparison prices.
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