Apogee RA-88s/Hercules Mount

Started by Big Al, 09/08/2004 07:44PM
Posted 09/08/2004 07:44PM Opening Post
Finally got my rig together, the 8" Hercules mount was about a 1/4" to narrow for the RA-88s, so I went with the 12" version. Tim at Helix is coming out with a 10" version in the very near future. This mount is smooth and can be dialed to hold even these binocs at zenith. I am very pleased with this set-up; simple, light and very stable....also very strong.
Al

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Posted 09/08/2004 09:31PM #1
Al what tripod do you have it mounted on?
Jerry
Posted 10/19/2004 09:24PM | Edited 10/19/2004 09:25PM #2
This is how I mounted my RA-88s. An old SCT mount and some ATM spirit and "presto". Encoders and DSC are next on the list. I might even try to find an old LX-200 mount for drives and GOTO operation.

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