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Old 09-12-2007, 07:27 AM
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Peter,
Here are some of the mods I've made.
The dew shield is made out of H.I.P.S - High Impact Polystyrene Sheet.
With the Shield, 9x50 finder, Shroud, I have to use 2.5kg weight on the upper part of the bottom tube and 1.25kg on the under side.
The scope is balanced almost perfectly, I just use the alt brake to steady the scope for viewing.
For a more elegant weight system go to Farpoints site, they have just started production of these weights.



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Originally Posted by Loupy31 View Post
Hi Astronut,
I have also just purchased a 12" version and wouldnt mind seeing a few pics of the mods you have done, I have add, bob's knobs to the secondary and main mirror, with your powder coating, did they strip off the old paint or did you do it,

Regards Peter
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