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Counterweights (to eyepiece box weight)
One unexpected addition had to be some counterweights to balance the loaded eyepiece box. But Peter came up with an excellent design - looks good in addition to being very functional.
The whole assembly can be removed entirely from the rocker box, and put back together for easy transport and storage. The black knobs come off, the two weight bars are removed and the bolts are then unscrewed from captive nuts in the rocker box. Then they can be put back together.
I have almost tried to lift the rocker box/mirror box with the counterweights still attached, but noticed in time. I'd sure notice if I did try - the counterweights are heavy.
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