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Hi Shane. I would suggest a 6.3 focal reducer and fiel flatter like the Mead, Celestron or Hirsch. There is also an Anteres if that's how it is spelt. I use the Hirsch on my 10 LX200 with greed results. You nest put the reducer after the electric focuser or you will get vignetting. I place mine onto a barrel and slide into the back of the focuser like you would an eyepiece. I then attach my camera ( QHY8) after theat. I have used spacers after the focal reducer so my CCD IS 105mm back from the rear glass of the focal reducer. The spacing from the focal reducer is critical the the f: ratio. The more you increase the distance the lower th f: stop. However this will then cause vignetting. The ideal space is around 105 mm. Should be able to pick up a Hirsch for around $60 on E-bay and around $80 for the other brands. You may also be able to pick one up on this site. I have tried the Meade and the Hirsch and found them to perform the same, but have not tried the other brands.
Hope this helps
Mardy
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