Thanks guys.
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Originally Posted by icytailmark
hi. i am in the process of setting up a backyard observatory and i plan on buying the Skyshed pod xl3. What length pier do you use? I have a c14 on a losmandy g11 and im not sure what length pier to use.
cheers, Mark
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For memory it's 800 and something mm tall. (EDIT: its 900 tall - 940 with the adjustable adapter plate) I'll try to remember to measure it tomorrow
. I originally planned to have it 1 metre tall, but eventually decided that as long as my C8 on the CG5 could clear the wall when pointing at the horizon it would be tall enough. Probably just as well... I've since changed to an EQ6 mount which is taller than the CG5 and I have my C11 and ED80 side by side on it.
I recommend you set up your mount on a tripod so the scope just clears the height of the wall when pointing at the horizon (North or South will be the lowest points if you are that worried about it
) and then measure the height of the tripod.
If you are into visual rather than AP you might want to make it a bit taller - just be careful you don't go too tall for such a big scope
. I recommend a good adjustable observing chair and even foam rubber camping mats on the floor (for kneeling and in case you drop an EP)
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Al.