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Stiff RA axis on EQ5 GEM

Started by srlabrenz, 04/16/2003 04:10PM
Posted 04/16/2003 04:10PM Opening Post
Hello all,

Looking for some advice on how to get better motion on my new EQ5 mount (Konus 150mm refractor). A fellow refractor user suggested removing the RA lock-down lever and shooting in some WD40 to loosen it up, leave the lockdown out for 24 hours, then replace and use.

Does anyone else have othe suggestions? I am looking for multiple ideas to come up with a good game plan for htis problem.

Thanks,
Steve
Posted 04/16/2003 04:17PM #1
Try http://www.astronomyboy.com/cg5/index.html