Contacted the store and they replied the next day, this is good. The store is currently checking with Meade, and now waiting for reply/action.
Thanks Rob, more observing time is a good idea. But the observing I am doing is not all that satisfying with my current low budget high magnification lenses (SW 10mm & an un-branded 6.5mm Plossls). I know that for really good observing I should go to a dark site, but how often can you do that. I had a couple of nights down at Appollo Bay, high up on the hills with almost no light pollution. Was obviously better but the budget eps are disappointing.
I will do most of my observing from my backyard. I understand that filters will improve seeing conditions regarding light pollution (big issue at my place), so I’m also researching on the net for some good filters.
Is there any where on the net that reports seeing conditions, like a weather report for astronomy? I will now also try to learn about what makes for good seeing conditions and what doesn’t, as I thought the seeing (excluding the lousy light pollution) on last Monday 20th was good, with clear skies and no dampness.
So while I have to sit on my hands and wallet I will continue to research and seek advice as to which lens will suit my needs, but only until I sort out the mirror problem, then I’m gona get me the lens.
