Karl: I use the same setup that TerryLO described below with the purchases the same - I use mine for my Stowaway, ane it is rock solid. Can't speak highly ...
... and ... Terry, I think you may have the setup that would fit my needs exactly. The TeeGull mount appears to be optimum. Do you know how much it weighs? ...
Thanks guys... You have absolutely sold me on this setup...Richard I will be in touch with you on getting the accessories (AP tripod adaptor and ep ...
Karl, The TeeGull replacement knobs can be ordered at: http://www.focusknobs.com/product.html and the ones you want are the 1-1/2" "EQ-150" knobs shown near...
Why does this work so well ? I always thought that unbalanced systems were bad. http://www.buytelescopes.com/product.asp?pid=4134&t=14 I already have a light...
... The tightness of the TeeGull axes can be adjusted so that they do not move on their own and are slightly tight so no counter-weights are required - which...
An additinal thought on the Gibralter/traveler config - if you add a spacer on the yoke to allow clearance for the knobs, you can add a dove 08 and provide...
Can someone tell me the difference between the Televue Powermate and normal Televue barlow? I have the normal 2x barlow, what am I missing? gedas [Non-text...
Straight from the horse's mouth: http://www201.pair.com/resource/astro.html/regular/products/tele-vue-optics/powermate.html Deane ... normal Televue barlow? I...
After some recent group discussions, I had placed an order for several tubes of Dow high vacuum grease for distribution among group participants since all the...
In a message dated 5/2/2003 7:31:59 PM Central Daylight Time, ... Be careful with any product containing silicon oils (grease is a mix of oil and solids)....
I'm in dire need of a 2" --> t/2 tapered nosepiece; I'm having a heck of a time getting a square camera orientation with my current nosepiece and the ...
Hi Andy, The 2" tapered nosepiece should be ready about the 3rd week of May. Clear skies, Marj Christen Astro-Physics, Inc. 11250 Forest Hills Road Rockford,...
I have the AP wood tripod circa 2000. Are there replacement alternatives to the arrow-like tips on the legs? It looks like they just screw out. What is the...
Hi, You might find this piece interesting from Germany. (5th from the top) I think AP and Baader work together anyway so this might be the piece you end up...
Go to www.mcmaster.com and search for part number 6301K88. You'll probably want to shorten the threaded section. Also, I added cut-downed rubber cane tips...
Hi Mark, How does this new part differ from the old adapters? TIA. John Pierce http://home.attbi.com/~jgpierce ... From: "Mark Jenkins" <markj@...> ...
Art Thanks, yes a picture would be nice. What did you use to cut off part of the threaded section? I see that the three mounts would support a load of 5100kg,...
I uploaded a photo to the Photos section in a folder named "Art Schneiderman." (There was not room in the Files folder and the Photos folder is nearly full.) ...
Roland, Would you object to this comment on silicone lubricant being reprinted in my local club newsletter or website. It is an excellent warning about...
I have an AP 130 F6 on order for July 2003. Since the AP mounts are not available at this time, what are my best options for a mount? I am primarily interested...
... Maybe you can buy (and later sell when the AP mount becomes available) a Losmandy GM8 or G11 on astromart.com. You'll probably lose your shipping expenses...
A comment for owners of Astro-Physics instruments: If you feel that your focuser requires cleaning & re-lubrication and you wish to do it yourself, a call or...
Ray, I've heard good things about the Paramount, but probably a little too expensive and heavy. The Losmandy G-11 has a real stable tripod that I like...
