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Re: AP1100 GTO question
Shailesh - FYI
Per Chris’s recommendation, if you are going that way - Saw a 119FSA on AstroMart a few minutes ago, just posted today. Hurry if interested.
Astro-Physics Flat Plate Adapter
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Shailesh - FYI
Per Chris’s recommendation, if you are going that way - Saw a 119FSA on AstroMart a few minutes ago, just posted today. Hurry if interested.
Astro-Physics Flat Plate Adapter
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Joe Zeglinski
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#71532
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Re: #Mach2GTO - Can It Handle TEC 180FL?
#Mach2GTO
The scope won't stress the mount, but it may not be as steady for visual as you might want. That's why i would go with the bigger 1100. You won't need the encoders on that mount, so it's actually a
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The scope won't stress the mount, but it may not be as steady for visual as you might want. That's why i would go with the bigger 1100. You won't need the encoders on that mount, so it's actually a
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uncarollo2 <chris1011@aol.com>
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#71531
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Re: #Mach2GTO - Can It Handle TEC 180FL?
#Mach2GTO
I would expect the Mach 2 would carry your 180, but moment arm vibrations at the eyepiece is why folks recommend the beefer 1100 bearings. The 1100 also breaks into very tidy lightweight components
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I would expect the Mach 2 would carry your 180, but moment arm vibrations at the eyepiece is why folks recommend the beefer 1100 bearings. The 1100 also breaks into very tidy lightweight components
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dvjbaja
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#71530
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Re: AP1100 GTO question
You can call me anything. LOL! I don't mind when people call me Christopher, Chris, Eric, Butthead or whatever. There are more important things to worry about in life.
I hope my advice helps!
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You can call me anything. LOL! I don't mind when people call me Christopher, Chris, Eric, Butthead or whatever. There are more important things to worry about in life.
I hope my advice helps!
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Christopher Erickson
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#71529
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Re: #Mach2GTO - Can It Handle TEC 180FL?
#Mach2GTO
It will be only for visual with typical add-ons (finderscope, rings & plate, diagonal, eyepiece, etc.). The 180FL will be about ~47 inch long. I saw that it’s still within the length & weight
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It will be only for visual with typical add-ons (finderscope, rings & plate, diagonal, eyepiece, etc.). The 180FL will be about ~47 inch long. I saw that it’s still within the length & weight
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tranathi@...
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#71528
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Re: AP1100 GTO question
Chris (if I may call you that),
This is an excellent idea. I will work on it.
Thank you for this simple trick.
Shailesh
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Chris (if I may call you that),
This is an excellent idea. I will work on it.
Thank you for this simple trick.
Shailesh
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Shailesh Trivedi
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#71527
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Re: AP1100 GTO question
Get the 119FSA.
You will have to add a 10-12" aluminum disc or plate as well. You can usually find suitable 1/2" thick aluminum discs on eBay.
Using an intermediate aluminum disc will allow you to
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Get the 119FSA.
You will have to add a 10-12" aluminum disc or plate as well. You can usually find suitable 1/2" thick aluminum discs on eBay.
Using an intermediate aluminum disc will allow you to
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Christopher Erickson
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#71526
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Re: AP1100 GTO question
Roland,
I do not expect you to know the technical drawings of hole patterns of the PMX pier. I am pretty sure I will have to tap holes. My question was more geared towards versatility between AP1100
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Roland,
I do not expect you to know the technical drawings of hole patterns of the PMX pier. I am pretty sure I will have to tap holes. My question was more geared towards versatility between AP1100
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Shailesh Trivedi
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#71525
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Re: AP1100 GTO question
You're asking the wrong guy since I don't know what the Paramount pier looks like.
Rolando
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You're asking the wrong guy since I don't know what the Paramount pier looks like.
Rolando
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uncarollo2 <chris1011@aol.com>
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#71524
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Re: AP1100 GTO question
Roland,
Following up on the flat surface adapters, I see three options
1. 119FSA - > https://www.astro-physics.com/119fsa
2.119FP https://www.astro-physics.com/119fp
3. 119FSA-FP
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Roland,
Following up on the flat surface adapters, I see three options
1. 119FSA - > https://www.astro-physics.com/119fsa
2.119FP https://www.astro-physics.com/119fp
3. 119FSA-FP
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Shailesh Trivedi
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#71523
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Re: AP1100 GTO question
Thank you Roland, Brian, dvjbaja, Dean.
Shailesh
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Thank you Roland, Brian, dvjbaja, Dean.
Shailesh
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Shailesh Trivedi
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#71522
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Re: AP1100 GTO question
1) yes, you can use T-Point. However you cannot use their Pro-Track feature for unguided imaging. APCC Pro does have this feature and many more.
2) Yes, the HD tripod is very rugged.
3) We have flat
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1) yes, you can use T-Point. However you cannot use their Pro-Track feature for unguided imaging. APCC Pro does have this feature and many more.
2) Yes, the HD tripod is very rugged.
3) We have flat
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uncarollo2 <chris1011@aol.com>
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#71521
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Re: AP1100 GTO question
Regarding the question about Tpoint versus APCC, I highly recommend going with APCC. Not only will you get an improved pointing model but you will also get an improved tracking model which is pretty
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Regarding the question about Tpoint versus APCC, I highly recommend going with APCC. Not only will you get an improved pointing model but you will also get an improved tracking model which is pretty
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Brian Valente
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#71520
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Re: AP1100 GTO question
Yes, as John has said the Losmandy HD tripod is a nice solid tripod. I use one.
Yes, you will need an Astro-Physics 119FSA - > https://www.astro-physics.com/119fsa
We have a 48" Software Bisque
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Yes, as John has said the Losmandy HD tripod is a nice solid tripod. I use one.
Yes, you will need an Astro-Physics 119FSA - > https://www.astro-physics.com/119fsa
We have a 48" Software Bisque
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Dean Jacobsen
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#71519
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Re: AP1100 GTO question
My ap 180 f7 rides on my 1100 and losmandy hd tripod no problem. 3, 18lb weights, plus rings, saddle, dovetail plates, finder, diagonal. 20 ethos, no problem. I like the losmandy hd for the
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My ap 180 f7 rides on my 1100 and losmandy hd tripod no problem. 3, 18lb weights, plus rings, saddle, dovetail plates, finder, diagonal. 20 ethos, no problem. I like the losmandy hd for the
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dvjbaja
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#71518
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AP1100 GTO question
I recently purchased an AP1100 from a user who got it from AP in the April batch (thanks to Astromart). This comes with the Losmandy HD tripod. I am expecting the mount (+ cws) next week.
I am also
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I recently purchased an AP1100 from a user who got it from AP in the April batch (thanks to Astromart). This comes with the Losmandy HD tripod. I am expecting the mount (+ cws) next week.
I am also
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Shailesh Trivedi
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#71517
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Re: #Mach2GTO - Can It Handle TEC 180FL?
#Mach2GTO
How much else will you be adding to the scope? guide scope, camera, other peripherals?
Rolando
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How much else will you be adding to the scope? guide scope, camera, other peripherals?
Rolando
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uncarollo2 <chris1011@aol.com>
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#71516
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Re: #Mach2GTO - Can It Handle TEC 180FL?
#Mach2GTO
1314 keystrokes follow
In some cases the length is more important than the weight.
Example:
Need a broomstick or something light, strong and a few feet long
Put a 10 or 20 pound counter weight
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1314 keystrokes follow
In some cases the length is more important than the weight.
Example:
Need a broomstick or something light, strong and a few feet long
Put a 10 or 20 pound counter weight
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jimmyjujames
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#71515
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Lowering an Advanced Telescope Systems (ATS) Portable Telescope Pier
Hey guys
I lowered my ATS tripod by 4.750". This is how I did it:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_iJErJox8tw
Have a happy & safe 4th!
tony
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Hey guys
I lowered my ATS tripod by 4.750". This is how I did it:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_iJErJox8tw
Have a happy & safe 4th!
tony
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Harley Davidson
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#Mach2GTO - Can It Handle TEC 180FL?
#Mach2GTO
I know many had suggested that the 1100gto to be the best candidate for the TEC 180FL refractor. However, I have checked AP’s website spec sheet for Mach2GTO mount and it does look like the TEC
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I know many had suggested that the 1100gto to be the best candidate for the TEC 180FL refractor. However, I have checked AP’s website spec sheet for Mach2GTO mount and it does look like the TEC
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tranathi@...
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