Losmandy G11 with G2 - Page 3

TrevorW · #41 09-03-2011, 05:46 PM

Cheers Ben now I know where to go for some advice

leinad (Dan) · #42 09-03-2011, 08:23 PM

15mins!? Tat would have to be one heck of a super PEC routined; polar aligned mount or a scope with focal length of <200mm

It sure makes that EQ6Pro look like a cheap chinese toy.

Did you go with accessories? Garmin GPS ? Polar scope/ Polar scope Illuminator? Clutch knob set?
Make life alot easier.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Benny L

Hey mate, I've got a G11 with Gemini and i'd suggest, if the budget allows, to option up to the Maxon motors. These are the smae motors that are available on the Titan and are a bit more rugged.

The mount is super accurate, I've had 15minute unguided exposures off mine with perfect stars!

In short you can't go wrong with the G11

EDIT: tsk tsk I should have read the whole thread before posting

just saw you went for the Maxon motors. Nice choice!

TrevorW · #43 09-03-2011, 08:49 PM

No I have a GPS unit that plugs into my laptop

Did'nt get polar scope as I didn't see the point, I've never used the one on the EQ6

Clutch knob set what are those for I thought it came with clutch knobs as indicated i nthe images

Benny L (Ben) · #44 09-03-2011, 09:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leinad

15mins!? Tat would have to be one heck of a super PEC routined; polar aligned mount or a scope with focal length of <200mm

It sure makes that EQ6Pro look like a cheap chinese toy.

Did you go with accessories? Garmin GPS ? Polar scope/ Polar scope Illuminator? Clutch knob set?
Make life alot easier.

hahaha PEC, drift aligned with a tsa-102 on its back

never the less quite impressive

Exfso (Peter) · #45 10-03-2011, 12:41 AM

The Losmandy with Gemini 2 are in Australia, I was at Matthew Lovell's today and one was delivered just before I got there, ok it was still in the box, but the description of the contents was definitely a Gemini 2 version.

Logieberra (Logan) · #46 11-03-2011, 12:28 AM

While we wait for our orders to suface, consider joining the Yahoo User Group dedicated to the new hardward ("Gemini-II") and report back here... There is no user manual available as yet, so this is the best we've got.

I like the sound of the web interface / RJ45 hookup.

It will be an enjoyable learning curve. If I can work a Meade 497 and Synscan - how tough can it be?

Logie.

icytailmark (Mark) · #47 11-03-2011, 04:18 PM

i just ordered a losmandy g11 with g2. I also got the maxxon motors too because im putting a C14 on it. I was told 2- 3 weeks wait.

Bassnut (Fred) · #48 11-03-2011, 06:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TrevorW

Fred I noticed a lot of your images where done using a G11, but alas we all can't afford a PME

Thats the point, the G11 is fine with possibly a bit of fiddling. PME is the no fiddle option.

Bassnut (Fred) · #49 11-03-2011, 06:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TrevorW

Clutch knob set what are those for I thought it came with clutch knobs as indicated i nthe images

It comes with plain cerated knobs. The option is knobs with little sticking-out handles, required IMO, order them now, you will need them.

TrevorW · #50 11-03-2011, 09:09 PM

Instead of paying an additonal $113 for 3 little knobs that should be there in the first place IMO how hard would it be to make some up on a lathe then drill some holes to tap and die

leinad (Dan) · #51 11-03-2011, 09:34 PM

Who knows; but with the materials and labour(if not doing yourself) it would come close to the same cost. Best to get them.

Reason? Either use a strong two-handed grip and muscle to loosen/tighten the stndard clutch knobs.. Or use easy leverage with the 3-lever clutch knob set to loosen the clutch grip.

It a shame its not standard; but they really DO help.

TrevorW · #52 11-03-2011, 09:48 PM

I wouldn't think it would be much to modify the existing ones all you need would be some 5 - 10mm al rod cut 6 pieces to about 50mm then turn down to thread then drill and tap the original knob to fit or buy 6 hex head 5mm bolts, money is the mother of all necessity

Buying new ones means I end up with a perfectly good set I no longer need

leinad (Dan) · #53 11-03-2011, 10:17 PM

You'll need the stock clutch knobs for putting the mount in the box or a case; as the lever set stick out.

See how you go.

wasyoungonce (Brendan) · #54 12-03-2011, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TrevorW

Instead of paying an additonal $113 for 3 little knobs that should be there in the first place IMO how hard would it be to make some up on a lathe then drill some holes to tap and die

My std G11 clutch knobs were binding and hard to adjust. I removed them and put some grease on the threads. Now thay are much easier to get good tension.

Logieberra (Logan) · #55 13-03-2011, 09:13 PM

Hey guys, can you please measure the head of your G11. Canberra day long weekend, up nth visiting my dad, he works at a hardware store and can grab me a cheap case.

Logieberra (Logan) · #56 13-03-2011, 09:15 PM

And do these things come out of the factory all lubed up? Perhaps you can recommend a quality lube for the worms etc.

Ta.

leinad (Dan) · #57 13-03-2011, 11:12 PM

All good with those Craft right cases from Bunnings.

http://www.iceinspace.com.au/forum/s...7&postcount=39

Logieberra (Logan) · #58 14-03-2011, 09:55 AM

Thanks, but as requested, can someone pls post dimesions of the G11 head w' Maxons. I do not have access to the Craftright line.

Given the cost of these precision mounts, I figure that a good storage / travel case should be one of the first 'upgrades'... plenty of time for glow in the dark spongy pads!

Logie.

tlgerdes (Trevor) · #59 14-03-2011, 12:54 PM

Hi Logan,

I still carry mine around in the shipping box that it came in 18months ago. I figured if it can fly here in it then must be suitable for transport.

Have re-inforced the packing tape around the box, but that is it.

The head travels 250kms each way to Wiruna every month in the car without ill effect.

Logieberra (Logan) · #60 14-03-2011, 01:12 PM

Good point Trevor

Will sit tight and look at re-enforcing as well.