Hello, everybody. I just joined the group as I am hoping someone here will be able to answer a question for me. I started out with Orion's SVP 127 Mak-Cas on...
I had a SVP mount and purchased an 8 Inch f/5 for this mount. The OTA works ok on this mount and is good visually but is probably at the weight limit. I tried...
Hello Wayne, The Orion 8" (203mm) f/4.9 reflector OTA only weighs 16.5 pounds according to their website, and this is the same tube they ship with the SVP...
Wayne, The 32lb weight is the weight of the 8" scope and the mount. Your 8" weighs in at 16.5lb for just the OTA (page 9 in #073 Summer 2007 catalogue)....
I agree an Atlas might be the way to go if you at all suspect you may get a larger OTA later on. You could get an Atlas non-goto and use EQMOD to drive it. If...
OK, thanks for all the info and suggestions. I don't know where I found that 32 lb figure. I just went out and weighed the assembly with the tube rings and...
I have been looking for reviews on the new orion Versago alt-z mount anyone out there have one? is it worth the money? looking for a simple mount to set up...
I purchased one in the package that included the Orion Short Tube 80 scope. That scope is all set up with a dovetail plate to attach to the mount. However if...
Actually the $369.95 price point isn't bad if it does a good job with small scopes. The Stellarvue M1 mount also an alt-az Teflon bearing mount would cost you...
I am considering the purchase of a heavier-duty mount for my astro-imaging. I currently have the Orion Skyview Pro mount, which is spec'ed at a maximum of 20...
Dear Group, I currently have a pair of binoculars (15 x 70's) that I recently acquired primarilly for "grab and go" usage. I have found them very handy for...
Hi Geezer, I have the Atlas EQ-G and am very happy with it. It will easily handle the weight you have mentioned but just remember, it is not the lightest mount...
Hi, just joined this group. Nice to see a group where you don't have to wait days for a moderator to approve you. I'm a high-end user with many scopes from...
Hi Wayne, The activity in the group fluctuates; sometimes it is very active and sometimes quiet as of now. It is a good group and questions are answered quite...
... None of the above. I apologize in advance for reducing the weight of your wallet. If you seek nirvana, check this gem. You'll get wide field, true bino...
I have never owned a telescope. What can I expect to see with an XT6 Skyquest scope? Will I be able to see Saturn's rings? Will it keep my interest or should I...
hi Fred, The XT6 will easily show the rings of Saturn. Just don't expect Hubble type images. You will also be able to see the colors of Jupiter and most ...
Fred, Before buying anything, I strongly recommend that you try and find a local astronomy club. Virtually all astronomy clubs have web sites. So, use...
Hi Gennady, Actually, I am in the process of doing that. I found a local group here who gets together once or twice a month. That is great advice! Just once...
Hi Fred and Wayne, it's true that the 8" is nicer than the 6". Then again so is the 10" or the 12" :-) I started with a Meade DS2090 (90mm cheap refractor) and...
Hi Wayne & Sander, Thanks guys. I appreciate the information. I know were Wayne is coming from. For another $130.00 the 8" will give you much more detail &...
Wow Jason, that was unbeilevable! Great website. I guess the eyepiece is an extremely important part of the telescope! I had no idea. OK...I guess I'm back to...
Greetings all. I'm looking at the possibilities offered by the Orion StarBlast OTS's. Specifically how do they perform with digital SLR's. I have a Canon XT ...
Hi all, I have an Orion Atlas 10 EQ-G for sale along with some other accessories. The scope is in like-new condition and comes with the latest controller. If...
Dear Group, I just got a brand-new Orion StarBlast. Nice little scope ... have had it out once so far. Has anyone had experience with improving the azimuth...
Jay; Sounds like a staple is rubbing. Take the base apart and see if one or more of the pads has a staple that is not driven all the way in. Clear Skies, ...
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