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Old 25-02-2013, 03:34 PM
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need to borrow a dob

Hi all,
I am running a school family camp night on Sat March 16th. I am planning to do a bit of star gazing with kids. I don't have a dob, but was wondering if anyone out there has one kicking around for me to borrow.
I will promise to look after it.
Please pm me if you can assist.
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Bo
PS: I am in Melbourne and can travel to pick it up and drop it off.
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Old 25-02-2013, 04:14 PM
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Need a Dob

Are you an ASV member Bo? They offer 8" Dobsonians for up to 3 months for $60, $50 of which is refundable upon return of the Dob. Jump on their website and fill out the one page application. You can usually pick it up within 3-5 days.

Just a thought.
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Old 26-02-2013, 12:09 PM
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Thanks John,
I only need it for one night, so was thinking someone in Melbourne might have one lying around somewhere.
Will try ASV if no luck.
Cheers,
Bo
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Old 26-02-2013, 12:34 PM
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Bo,

I'm planning on replacing my bushfire burnt one with a secondhand one from a member when we are down at Snake Valley next month. 12" dob - probably no eyepieces though

You could borrow that if you like

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Old 26-02-2013, 12:54 PM
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Sounds great Niko,
I won't have time to go to SV this March , but will PM you after the long weekend re pick up before March 16th.
I have a few EPs, so that's all covered
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Old 26-02-2013, 01:01 PM
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bear in mind this all depends on me being able to fit in the car that weekend so don't turn down any other options
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