[Logieberra (Logan)]

Anyone interested in upgrading their Skywatcher Black Diamond 10" newtonian mirror cell? I have a thrifty home mod that will allow you to use most of the stock cell & parts (along with some Bunnings bits n pieces) to:

• provide WAY more tension / support by adding better springs;
• push the primary mirror up the tube to allow the use of MPCCs and change the balance point (slightly);
• allow better 'back side' ventilation of the primary mirror; and
• provide 9 points of contact to support the primary mirror (vs. the 3 x stock cork points).

And the parts you'll need (I'll provide specifics if anyone is interested):

• 3 x bigger springs;
• 9 x stiff rubber spacers;
• Dremel (or my $20 Chinese knock-off from Bunnings);
• silicone;
• hand drill and bits (or a drill press if you're lucky);
• screwdrivers etc.

Will attach pics or a vid later if anyone is keen.

Cheers,

Logan.