tks to each and all of youz for sharing ur +/- ..
i became a ASV groupie after the Venus transit ..and now no. IceInSpace..he he..
also got stuck ordered $800 LX80 with a US seller
but some local sellers have thrown wet blanket on beginers like me (and it's already brass monkey and cloudy winter)
i dont know how to put an ad as Wanted working VMC/VC200L or RC8" or C9.25" type OTA and SXW/SXD/SXP or iOptron i30/45/SmartEq or HEQ5 or Celestron Nexstar as i did on Australia Astronomy Buy & Sell website-
i am into those types and a Nagler27mm for DSO later Mewlon210..
has any kind soul near or far, any idea/feelings to share..
much appreciated for help
Deepie 3083