EQ mount, tripod legs & balance weights

33South (Chris) · #1 11-09-2006, 02:35 PM

I noticed in most cases the weights are over a tripod leg when in the 'home' position - as per the image in Garyh's EQ5 for sale.

http://www.iceinspace.com.au/forum/a...0&d=1157945792

In mine the weights are between two of legs i.e. the head is rotated 180º as compared to the photo, its possible to change but I would think that once balanced there would'nt any difference, even though it somehow looks more stable when over one of the legs.

So I was just wondering if there is any benefits that would make it worth the effort to change mine?

Thanks.

EzyStyles (Eric) · #2 11-09-2006, 04:29 PM

same as my EQ6. the counterweights in home position are between 2 of my mount legs. i guess this is normal. since you are using an Eq6, i don't think you can rotate the legs. there is a locking mechanism inplace when you attach the mount to the tripod.

[1ponders] (Paul) · #3 11-09-2006, 04:31 PM

I don't think it really matters. The only benefit I can see having the counterweight over the leg in the home position is to use the leg to help for a rough eyeball line up of the SCP

asimov (John) · #4 11-09-2006, 04:58 PM

With the weight bar over one leg then 1 leg is taking the 'strain'. In between 2 at least the weight is distributed between 2 legs.

Just a theory.

Lee · #5 11-09-2006, 06:59 PM

On my G-11, the holes on the tripod head are such that the equatorial head will always line up with the CW over a leg. Considering the tripod looks like you could use it as a vehicle stand, I don't think it matters.....

33South (Chris) · #6 12-09-2006, 08:44 AM

Thanks guys, it shall remain as is.

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Originally Posted by EzyStyles

same as my EQ6. the counterweights in home position are between 2 of my mount legs. i guess this is normal. since you are using an Eq6, i don't think you can rotate the legs. there is a locking mechanism inplace when you attach the mount to the tripod.

The square locking pin just screws in the top plate, I know, mine was loose. Theres a hole on the other side so I imagine you can just move the pin which would effectively force the head to be rotated when mounted.