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The standard tripod and GEM head can be strengthed considerably by
adding a plywood spreader tray and by replacing the stock altitude and
azimuth adjuster bolts. See some images here bottom 1/3 of the page):
These inexpensive modifications will really make a difference!
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In conjunction with three small concrete (or block) piers in the ground this makes a very stable platform. The three bell shaped piers (about 200mm dia, 600mm deep but increase this depending on soil type and stability) are set to location of the legs of the tripod. I suggest that you use the tripod with the legs retracted, as in the above photo. They should be horizontal (!) and aligned to the SCP so that setup is easy. You can then use anti-vibration pads on the top of these piers or set three small indentations for the pimples on the legs of the tripod. Since the piers are not engaged there is little vibration from walking around.
Later on, when finance is approved, you can add a roll off shed and the rest of the concrete.
If you want to use the permanent pier then the above link shows a great stabilization method using stainless stell wire and tighteners, available from most boat shops.
<quote>
The standard tripod and GEM head can be strengthed considerably by
adding a plywood spreader tray and by replacing the stock altitude and
azimuth adjuster bolts. See some images here bottom 1/3 of the page):
These inexpensive modifications will really make a difference!
<end quote>
In conjunction with three small concrete (or block) piers in the ground this makes a very stable platform. The three bell shaped piers (about 200mm dia, 600mm deep but increase this depending on soil type and stability) are set to location of the legs of the tripod. I suggest that you use the tripod with the legs retracted, as in the above photo. They should be horizontal (!) and aligned to the SCP so that setup is easy. You can then use anti-vibration pads on the top of these piers or set three small indentations for the pimples on the legs of the tripod. Since the piers are not engaged there is little vibration from walking around.
Later on, when finance is approved, you can add a roll off shed and the rest of the concrete.
If you want to use the permanent pier then the above link shows a great stabilization method using stainless stell wire and tighteners, available from most boat shops.
Cheers
Hi and to IIS. How'd you find it first of all, second I like what you did to your mount. Thanks for the information and the ideas
Listen O' one with "pier and no mount", I'll cut your legs off!!! how about I give you the adapter and you give me your pier remember I have two (2) (II) EQ6's
Listen O' one with "pier and no mount", I'll cut your legs off!!! how about I give you the adapter and you give me your pier remember I have two (2) (II) EQ6's
I will draw a pic of what I have in mind david, can you supply an edge on image of the top bit of the extender that goes onto the eq6 without the extender pipe attached? also what is the diameter of the bit that attaches to the eq6? should be around 190mm or 188mm or so from memory. Also the diameter of the bit that goes into the extender pipe.
geez dont want much do I. Just working on an idea that requires very little metal work for you. Part of which we have already discussed.
to IIS. How'd you find it first of all, second I like what you did to your mount. Thanks for the information and the ideas
remember I have two (2) (II) EQ6's
