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The 8" is probably the way to go but I'd recommend a dob to begin with. It is relatively large and for a "noob" I can see the EQ5 leading to lots of frustration. If you want to go down the photography route later on grab a HEQ5. If you just want to motorise it goto dob bases can be bought which will take less setup than an eq mount.
GSO 8" dob - $400-450
Collimator - $50-100
Telrad - ~$60
Red light - $30
Pocket sky atlas - $40
Save the rest for eyepieces down the track after you've had some experience. The GSO dobs give you around 4 to begin which is pretty good so play with those and see what you like.
And welcome, now slowly turn around and walk away before you find all your spare money spent on astro toys.
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