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Sky Watcher "Backpacker" 90mm Mak + Tabletop mount

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I've had a lot of fun playing with the Backpacker.  Mostly keeping an eye on our backyard Gator.  The scope has good optics . F/14 90mm Maktosuv OTA (same scope as a C90.  The mount is tabletop,  has motors and will track objects after alignment.  The package / box includes the Backpack (like new, never used,) -  Well, I'm having trouble stuffing the backpack in the box, so I might keep it, - the OTA, Mount, a 8X 30mm correct image finder, a correct image 1&1/4" diagonal, four Eyepieces, a visual back and a visual back adapter (replaces the original)  that allows standard Celestron accessories to attach to the scope.  The mount is not "go to" as is, but the addition of a Sky Watcher hand control or a computer with the S-W Pro app will make it a "go to" mount.  Everything is in nice shape EXCEPT the RJ11? The connector for the hand control has lost it’s “flap”.  Considering my level of technology, I stick a toothpick alongside the connector to keep it pressed tight to the mount  port.  (Works fine!)  But it should have a new connector.  I’m asking $250, or OBO or a swap for ??.  I’d prefer a local pickup.  Or, I guess I could ship for an additional $50.  I’ll include printouts of everything I’ve been able to find on the net re the BackPacker.