Thanks guys.
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Originally Posted by batema
Hi Geirge,
Great shot of 253. I ask someone at the Queensland astrofest as I have the same problem. Its like I'm grinding metal on metal. He told me he had the same situation and just used a little vaseline and that made them a lot easier to turn. I have not tried this myself yet but intend to give it a go.
Mark
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Ok, I'll try that... Probably should take the bolts out and see if they are bent or something.
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Originally Posted by Tandum
You loosen the front one then tighten the rear one. Star Stuff sell replacement adjustment bolts. What's an SN8? |
Yeah I did that. Its the bottom bolt that is tight, regardless if Im trying to push the angle up or down. And yes, its the Schmidt Newtonian that Meade sells.