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Nexstar 8SE Mounts - How Good?

Started by SJJindra, 08/08/2009 10:55PM
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Posted 08/08/2009 10:55PM | Edited 08/09/2009 02:00AM Opening Post
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I have a Takahashi Mewlon 180 OTA (about 14#s) on order. I have a nice GEM for imaging, but there are times I would like the eyepiece convenience of a go-to alt-az mount for visual use. Will a Nexstar 8SE mount and stock tripod provide consistent go-to and steady high power (300X) tracking in the alt az mode with the Mewlon 180?

Are there any issues with the more recent Nexstar 8I or 8SE mounts?
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Steven Jindra
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