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using 9 T1 and paracorr

Started by ebrianschmidt, 01/17/2010 08:12PM
Posted 01/17/2010 08:12PM | Edited 01/17/2010 08:13PM Opening Post
Hi all,
I just bought a 9 T1 (again) and am having a hard time getting good correction with the paracorr (which I didn't have when I had my first 9mm Nagler). I've got one of the older Paracorrs with the green writing and no compression ring, if it makes a difference. I am also aware of the TeleVue chart as well. My understanding is that I should be able to use the tunable top to refocus when switching eyepieces. The trouble is that the 9 T1 sits down too far if using it as a 2 inch ep. If I put on an 1.25 high hat adapter on and use it as a 1.25 ep, the Nagler sits up too high. I also have a 2 inch 35mm extension tube, but that also makes the Nagler sit up too high as well. I'm wondering if a 2 inch 20mm extender is made. I was also considering a 1.25 low profile adapter would work better. My third option is to sell this and just get a T6, since I already own the 13 and 7 T6 Naglers which I am quite fond of. Suggestions?