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Old 17-01-2010, 09:54 PM
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Thanks Doug...

The problem with the stars is that the focuser has a bit of slop in it... It wasn't designed for the 2.8kg load I'm hanging from it, as a result, some of the stars look a little strange... top left/bottom right it seems the worst to me..

I'm working out a few different options to sort this problem out.. supporting the current focuser, installing the FT thats on its way etc.. A mate of mine in the USA using an FLI ML8300 and the 2-7 CFW said that even his 2" FT is sagging under the load.. This makes me worry a little..

H - I'm with you all the way brother.. looking forward to summer imaging! Theres some fantastic targets on the way.. it's going to be amazing
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