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Started by ps, 02/06/2010 12:44AM
Posted 02/06/2010 12:44AM Opening Post
I’m recently purchased a used C9.25 mounted on a CG5 ASGT. I knew the mount had issues, but was hoping to get it to work. Nonetheless, I tried everything and I’m now looking for a replacement. I was hoping to find a more robust mount (I’m planning to piggyback a small refractor) that I could use with my existing CG5 tripod and counter weights. Reason being, I live in Hawaii and shipping from the mainland to Hawaii can be rather expensive, especially heavy items. Any comments and / or suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance, Paul smile

Meade 10" LX200
C9.25 ASGT
Orion 10" XTi
Orion 80mm ST
Posted 02/06/2010 01:47AM #1
What do you plan to do with this thing once you have it on a mount?

Alex
Posted 02/08/2010 08:23PM #2
Thanks for all the comments and the G11 sounds great. However, for just visual observing, would a mount like the Atlas or Sirius be okay? Also, if I’m not mistaken, those mounts can be used with my CG5 tripod & counter weights (please correct me if I’m wrong). Finally, would the CG5 dovetail work on those mounts? Again, thanks for all the comments and suggestions. Paul smile

Meade 10" LX200
C9.25 ASGT
Orion 10" XTi
Orion 80mm ST
Posted 02/10/2010 04:10PM #3
For your info: AP 1200 mount being tested by French dealer with scopes mounted side by side:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBf2T36vq0w

Rolando wink