I just got a used JMI NGF 2 inch for my 12 inch meade lx200 classic..I mounted it and realized I needed an adapter so the standard Meade 2 “ diag would have something to thread onto the “female” part of the focuser. I can just put the stock diag in,pull back the compression nut (it ends up being like a spacer) and tighten the two thumb screws down on the barrel of the diag. This seems sloppy, so I ordered the right adapter from JMI…..BUT…. I am worried that I won’t be able to GOTO objects near zenith due to the length. Right now with the “cobbled” idea and the focuser almost all the way “in” I can swing through with about a ½ inch + to spare. I bet with the adapter I am out of luck?????
Next thought…I want to get a Williams 90 deg 2 “ diag. What configuration would be best to be able to swing through???? The scope + JMI focuser + adapter + SCT version of the williams diag.+ eyepiece + dummy (me) or… The scope + JMI focuser + smooth barrel williams diag (it can hold it with the two thumb screws) + eyepiece + dummy??
If I go with the first option, I could take the JMI off and thread the diag. on “straight” if I know the scope will be pointing up (pain in the butt) If I buy the non-SCT version with the smooth barrel, I will be limited, unless it allows more clearance than the factory diagonal during a zenith approach….I would die if I hear a ---crunch--- because I forgot the setup didn’t clear the fork base. I am new and dumb and will have it happen, as sure as winter is too long here in South Dakota. Has anyone solved this exact problem with a 12” lx200 classic??
Next thought…I want to get a Williams 90 deg 2 “ diag. What configuration would be best to be able to swing through???? The scope + JMI focuser + adapter + SCT version of the williams diag.+ eyepiece + dummy (me) or… The scope + JMI focuser + smooth barrel williams diag (it can hold it with the two thumb screws) + eyepiece + dummy??
If I go with the first option, I could take the JMI off and thread the diag. on “straight” if I know the scope will be pointing up (pain in the butt) If I buy the non-SCT version with the smooth barrel, I will be limited, unless it allows more clearance than the factory diagonal during a zenith approach….I would die if I hear a ---crunch--- because I forgot the setup didn’t clear the fork base. I am new and dumb and will have it happen, as sure as winter is too long here in South Dakota. Has anyone solved this exact problem with a 12” lx200 classic??
