The Rowan Belt Mod is really worth doing I'd say.
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Originally Posted by metalage
I have about 10kg on mine which is mainly used for deep sky astro. With a Rowan belt upgrade and sitting on a pier, I'd get anywhere between 0.6 and 1 RMS error guiding depending on conditions. Probably averaged 0.75 RMS. Where I notice it the most is when any small gust of wind comes along and nudges it ever so slightly.
It is a great mount and would recommend it. If you want to future proof yourself for large scopes (mine is 8"), I'd suggest going that little bit more with the NEQ6 Pro. If not, go your hardest with the HEQ5 Pro.
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