Thanks for all the input, folks. I've been scoping out "Scope Stuff" and
working-up a plan. One last issue (for the moment); if anyone out there uses a
Meade 2080 GEM and can tell me the configuration of the RA gears to use for the
drive motor, I'd appreciate it. I've forgotten how these durn things go!
(photo would help)

Tom Epps
Able Seaman
U.S. Merchant Marine

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