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Old 03-05-2008, 06:26 PM
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Goto for the 16'' Tridob

As you may have seen, my scope does not have any central pivot points on which to mount encoders. So in order to install an Argo Navis/ Servocat Jnr. combo (designed for more conventional scopes) I've had to think hard. For the Azimuth I have retrofitted a central pivot point on the flex rocker and ground ring with leftover ply. angle brackets and some mental torture. Weight added is minimal and all the electronic gear will be tucked away underneath.

Finally got it all together today and it works. Just need to paint.

The Altitude will use 2 tangent arms in the same configuration as the Obsession UC to create the pivot point there. Will post when completed.
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