As detailed in the thread linked below, my Stellarvue focuser has a problem and will soon be replaced. It's a fairly typical Chinese 2" model with 10:1 fine focus. Pictures are included in the thread:
http://www.iceinspace.com.au/forum/s...d.php?t=121116
The problem is that the fine focus is "lumpy", which appears to be a result of misalignment or possible minor damage to the bearings. The coarse focus still works fine, and I thought about continuing to use the scope as it is, but in the end I decided to upgrade to Stellarvue's rack & pinion focuser which is now standard on all their scopes.
Stellarvue's website says that their 80mm OTAs have an 88.5mm x 1.0mm thread and the outer diameter of the tube is 90mm.
Since I know there are a lot of tinkerers out there, hopefully someone can make some use out of my old one. It should be available in around two weeks when the new one arrives. I'm waiting for Stellarvue to confirm my order and invoice me for payment.
Make me an offer by PM if you're interested. Will consider trades for your own bits and bobs!
Cheers
Morton
