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Old 13-01-2008, 11:43 PM
Zuts
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Originally Posted by edwardsdj View Post
The alt/az computerised fork mounts do look attractive for visual use as the setup is much easier than a equatorial mounting. Having said that, the 11" SCT tube with forks attached must be pretty heavy. At least with a GEM you can detach the OTA from the mount.
The 11 inch Nexstar is heavy, but manageable. I must admit that putting it on a wedge is very scary, all that glass hanging off one bolt!

Paul
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