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Hi Mick - having tread the path you're just starting out on, I hope i can add something to the dialogue.
First up - reality!
You'e not going to be able to do anything above 30-60secs without autoguiding. I started with an EQ3 type mount driven in RA only.
It was fun to learn the basics with this setup - I can recommend it.
If you can purchase a 2nd hand mount from an IIS member - all the better.
With a setup like the one you're considering - you'll have to polar align as best you can in order to get past the 30sec barrier and stop down the lens a fair bit as suggested.
Baby steps right now.
All the best, good luck
Doug
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