I just got the optical tube, it's a bit bigger than I expected, but no sign
of the base, UPS last had it in Kansas City at 10:05 AM local time (going
to northern OK).--Sam
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I just got the optical tube, it's a bit bigger than I expected, but no sign of the base, UPS last had it in Kansas City at 10:05 AM local time (going to...
Yes, I would think so :D. At least I'm not missing anything, skies are cloudy tonight but perfect tomorrow.--Sam ... [Non-text portions of this message have...
in central florida it is clear and cold but beautiful seeing right now. ... From: Sam S <res2216firestar@...> Subject: Re: [Telescopes] Zhumell dob To:...
Sam, I may be able to help you. I used to work in an UPS Call Center. Call the shipper of the telescope and see if you can get the tracking number for the ...
Bill, In my first message, I noted that the package was last in Kansas City, KS. Thanks anyway.Sam ... [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
OK, here's my summary of the first night with my new Zhumell 8", I'll break it down into what I like and don't like so far to keep it simple: What I like: The...
... The original Orion XT's (like Zhumell, also GSO) had tensioning sprigns that were too tight. What we early owners used to do was buy a pair of circular...
... That's a little bit strong, don't you think? They just need an additional unit finder like a Telrad or Quickfinder and they are in business. Most of the...
... No, I don't think that's too strong. Why have the complication of two finders when a single straight-through finder does the job all by itself, when used...
... Keeping comfortable with accessories like a good chair, finder that is comfortable, and warm boots are all very personal - what works well for one person...
Geoff, I like the telrad/right angle set up. I had a straight through on my smaller scope and I prefer the combo on the Zhumell. But each person will form...
... To me, a Telrad, Quickfinder, or GLP is a "Pointer", while a RACI 8X50 is a "Finder". I only have to crane my neck a few moments looking through a Telrad...
... I am as spinally challenged as anyone (L4-L5 fusion, plus osteoarthritis just about everywhere else) but have no more problem with a straight-through...
... So functionally, you are doing the majority of your starhopping with a Right Angle Finder - albeit, the main scope rather than the smaller one on the top. ...
... Hi Jim, I tend to think you are doing an apple and oranges thing here. I have tried a right angle finder on a SCT and I found it very confusing. Both of...
Wow guys, when I said I was not a fan of the RAF I had no idea it would spark a debate about the usefulness of them. My opinion though is that the purpose of a...
Hi All, I presently use a 6x30 straight finder on a Celestron 120mm refractor on a cg4 equatorial mount. I was going to buy a right angle finder but now I ...
... The problem with a refractor is a different one. Originally, finders on refractors were mounted on the telescope's tube. At some point many years ago,...
... We're all different, I guess. I like the finder mounted on the focuser, especially since my focuser rotates. I can do my star-hop using the finder, then...
From: "Geoff Gaherty" <geoff@...> ... Actually I think the issue sometimes revolves around the current design of refractors with their faster optical...
... For finding purposes, you'll want an eyepiece with the largest possible field stop (giving the largest possible effective field-of-view). In practice, for...
... This has long been the route I've taken. In my 2" focusers I use a University Optics 40 mm MK-70 with a 70° FOV, and in my 1.25" focusers I use a Meade...
From: "Bob Speziale" <bobspez@...> ... Bob, why do you prefer to stick with 1.25" eyepieces? A 2" format eyepiece will provide a wider true field of...
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