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Originally Posted by rogerg
Yes, but you are very limited in what magnitude depth you can reach.
Personally, I prefer wedge + LX combination. Comparing my LX200 on a super wedge to my GM-8:
- The LX has no meridian flip issue, only requires refocus.
- The LX is easier to manage cables
- The LX has less risk of hitting various mechanical parts of the mount (imaging equipment hanging over the place as it does).
- The GM8 is a little easier to balance
- I find them both easy to adjust the Alt/Az for accurate polar alignment
Something worth comparing is the tracking accuracy of your current scope vs a new EQ mount that you would be able to afford.
Roger.
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Your last point is valid ie the tracking accuracy. One of the reasons I'm looking to get an eq mount is the alignment and GOTO of my current mount is cr*p. Also I'm sick of the bottom of the scope hitting the bottom of the forks. I've got a meade focuser at the bottom.
Has anyone had any specific experience with the HEQ5 or EQ6? The Losmandy's are a little expensive for me.
Cheers