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3682
Hi, I recently got the flattener for the FLT-110 together with the 35mm SLR adapter and I would like to attach it to my StarlightXpress CCD camera. The CCD has...
franksgrt
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Feb 2, 2005
2:29 am
3683
Hi, 2 questions. I've seen pictures taken with the AP reducer on the FLT 110, how is the (2.7 inch?) reducer attached to the 4 inch focuser? What percent...
Steve Heckenlively
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Feb 2, 2005
4:09 am
3684
... AP does sell a 4" to 2.7" adapter that you can use ... Can not answer this one as I am using an astro ccd camera Cheers, Chris Appleton...
Chris Appleton
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Feb 2, 2005
5:53 am
3685
... wrote: Hi Frank I would contact John at Video Adirondacks (AVA), as he knows all about adapters and have a wide selection. You will need the M42 to T- ...
Chris Appleton
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Feb 2, 2005
5:57 am
3686
... Dear Jose, The first X0.8 reducer is design for longer F-ratio F7 -F10, for F5 -F7 I would recommend you wait for second model. William...
williamoptics2004
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Feb 2, 2005
10:15 am
3687
Do You have an idea of what does this mean in terms of time to have it available worldwide? Kind regads, paolo ... <jose.rola@c...> ... other ... not...
albireo71
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Feb 2, 2005
11:35 am
3688
I purchased a Micro-Star mount from Universal Astronomics and I'm wondering the best way to attach the Megrez to it. The Microstar has a dovetail plate but...
no_names_remain99
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Feb 2, 2005
7:32 pm
3689
I had a Megrez 80 and I used Orion tube rings. Just unbolt the L- bracket and leave it off. After removing the L-bracket I reinstalled the mounting bolt in...
albireo13
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Feb 2, 2005
9:40 pm
3690
Has anyone attempted to tune up their GT-1 mount? William has offered to do it but I'm thinking i might like to try it myself. Any tips/insights appreciated. ...
Morgan Spangle
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Feb 2, 2005
9:55 pm
3691
Hi Chris - same here, but I can assure you that after a good few evenings of viewing there is no issue with rotation if you attach the mount to the scope by...
sam4067
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Feb 2, 2005
11:45 pm
3692
http://www.universalastronomics.com/SurveyorTripods.html Anyone have an first hand experience with this bogen adjustable spreader. I have a carbon fiber...
gary
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Feb 3, 2005
12:34 am
3693
Morgan, I recommend having it done by WO. They will move mountains to make it right as well if they feel that something needs replacement they have never 2nd ...
Jim Anderson
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Feb 3, 2005
12:50 am
3694
I have the same setup. It is possible to mount the scope to the dovetail using the L-bracket, but I agree it's not advisable. I'd hate to see the tube swing...
Rob Enns
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Feb 3, 2005
2:00 am
3695
Thanks for all the replys they are very helpful. I ordered a pair of SkyInstruments 90mm rings for $26cdn. I just don't feel comfortable enough with mounting...
no_names_remain99
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Feb 3, 2005
2:16 am
3696
... has ... on ... advised ... I just bought a new ZenithStar 80, and its L-bracket has two bolt holes, about an inch apart. I wonder if WO would sell you a...
J.D. Metzger
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Feb 3, 2005
2:56 am
3697
My second bolt hole is unthreaded and I'd be hesitant to get a thread tapped into it. Since tube rings aren't too expensive I'm going that route :) If the...
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Feb 3, 2005
3:31 pm
3698
... thread ... Geez, now that you've said that, I need to check the holes in the ZS80 L-bracket. I haven't received my MicroStar yet (I just ordered it last...
J.D. Metzger
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Feb 3, 2005
5:49 pm
3699
Gary, Hi. I havent used the one you are referring to but I have used bogen non adjustable and the adjustable one that Universal Astronomics makes themselves...
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Feb 3, 2005
6:56 pm
3700
I can't seem to find that item on their website. I even searched the price list, which is where items often show up that don't have a presence on the web page....
gary
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Feb 3, 2005
7:11 pm
3701
I think it's great that Williams includes this L-bracket and it should work fine for any number of mounts like the Tele-pod and some other alt/az rigs. It's...
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Feb 3, 2005
8:25 pm
3702
... the ... Check the Surveyor Tripod page. Arrow over the "Tripod" selection on the home page menu bar and click on "Surveyor". Clear skies, J.D....
J.D. Metzger
jdmetzg
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Feb 3, 2005
11:03 pm
3703
Like Rob said, you can get the 90mm Orion rings for about $19. That is what I did. I had an issue though when I removed the L bracket. The bracket amd bolt...
clemmonshoo
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Feb 3, 2005
11:16 pm
3704
Several months ago, I mounted my Megrez II ED by drilling a huge .75 inch hole through the tube (all the way through) and bolted a .75 inch diameter concrete...
Jandorf, Hal (NAVAIR)
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Feb 4, 2005
12:37 am
3705
... huge .75 inch hole through the tube (all the way through) and bolted a .75 inch diameter concrete bolt, nut and washer. The sturdy bolt/nut sticks quite...
J.D. Metzger
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Feb 4, 2005
12:47 am
3706
... mounted ... the ... I checked the holes in the ZS80 L-bracket, and they are both threaded. Clear skies, J.D....
J.D. Metzger
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Feb 4, 2005
12:51 am
3707
Hal.Did you use flat black on the bolt???....Dave V ... From: Jandorf, Hal (NAVAIR) [mailto:harold.jandorf@...] Sent: Thursday, February 03, 2005 7:38 PM ...
tamaracdv
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Feb 4, 2005
1:49 am
3708
Got it, though I don't think it would fit the tripod I have in mind. Thanks for your efforts....
gary
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Feb 4, 2005
9:17 am
3709
http://www.lazygranch.com/images/ttr/ttrmoon.jpg I uploaded that moon shot I did with the VR1. Now I recall the circumstances of the shot, which was basically...
gary
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Feb 4, 2005
9:23 am
3710
Dear Friends, We are making the 80ED triplet binoculars now, ( same as Megrez ED triplet objective) we would like to know what power range is recommend?...
williamoptics2004
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Feb 4, 2005
2:25 pm
3711
... <william@w...> wrote: Hi William Why not use all of these magnifications where one could vary the power. I think that if it is the same ED glass as the...
Chris Appleton
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Feb 4, 2005
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