303mm rings most definately wont fit my 10" scope, the overall diameter of the tube itself is 287mm i would have nearly 15mm to make up in spacers. :S
Why did i get them fabricated? well, it was going to cost me close on $100 bucks to get them sent over from east (nobody has them in stock as they arn't so common) and even then its just a mass produced average quality.
Im getting mine fabricated because i can get it made to my specifications and it will be over engineered for the job. That is Flexure should be nigh on eliminated! 3mm Strap thickness, with a flat mounted block on the bottom will add nearly 1kg to the overall setup.
I had viewed a 8" Newt on a eq6pro recently with the rings that are supposed to be better and they where, and they flexed more than my liking (they still did a good job) hence my decision and at $120 powder coated in any colour i want and made to my specifications and here by friday i think thats decent.
Also doing my final calculations I will only need 14kgs of counterweight or there abouts to balance the full load, that is Dslr, Guide ccd, 70mm EON guide scope, and the 10" newt. I could balance it off if i extend the counter weight bar but as everybody seems to suggest keeping everything tight and up close i shal do exactly that.
Now all i have to do is get the 12v Dc converter and the cable to control the mount via PC and im about done and dusted for now
Thanks everybody for your input it has helped with my decisions.
