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I examined my scope today in preperation of the primary cell on either this or next weekend. I was mainly looking at the screws that would need to be removed at the base to pop the mirror cell out at the back. I noticed two things.
1. on the back of the mirror cell on there is a small hole in the outter ring of the cell. Is this normal? I also noted that it can be seen when looking down in the tube, at the edge of the mirror. I am guessing this is by design as it seems to be a machined hole.
2. I ran my hand over the tube as i was examning the back and noted a slight dent above the altitude bearing, i then examined the other side and it was smooth. I am thinking this is a defect. Looking into the tube i could note if positioned correctly with a torch that there is a slight dent there. I am not certain if this was there when i got the scope or something that has happned since due to my noob handling. I noted also that the plastic alt bearing on that side was a bit groved, now this was not there when i got it. I think perhaps the teflon on the rocker is groving it..
Does the dent pose any effect on my viewing? It does not protruede over the mirror so i am not sure it will have any effect. What do you guys think. I am more nervious no w about removing the mirror given the possible dent i may have inadvertenly caused. Will removing the mirror void warranty? Does warranty cover dents and groves?
Regards
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