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Originally Posted by Allan_L
Hi Gaz 
Looks like a good idea, but I think maybe the binos could be too heavy for the light stand counter balance system.
You may need to consider adding a counter weight somehow.
I have tried several home made versions with limited success, and have another one in progress (yet to be started due to limited spare time  ).
I am interested to hear how you go with your project. But be careful not to damage your binos.
If all else fails, Andrews have paralellogram mounts I remember. and there are a few other ideas in the DIY section I think. |
Tks very much Allan...appreciate your reply.
I was thinking of mounting the parallelogram mount to a desk chair (rotating with height / reclinging adjustment) so that it acts as a turrent for panning the bins. They're my rudimentary design thoughts at present..I have ordered the mount ($30 eBay shipped). All I will have to do is re-thread the lamp thread to suit Celestron mounting adapter thread and remove the lamp and wiring...very, very minor mods. I took on board your counter-weight suggestion and I had thought of that. However my design criteria is secondary support and stabilisation only, so I will see how the product matches up with my expectations..I will keep you posted.
Cheers Allan...Gaz