I had some absolutely stunning views through the MK67 last night...this is the 3rd Mak that I've owned (ETX90 and 7" LX200)and the images in the Russian scope are by far the best(better contrast)...the Bogen head that I'm currently using just isn't going to do...too frustrating for views toward zenith....I'd like to mount this scope Alt/Az...I don't think that it'll fit in the Telepod head....any suggestions for mounting would be much appreciated...thanks...John
MK67... Alt/Az mount
Started by John F. Powell, 02/24/2004 04:43AM
Posted 02/24/2004 04:43AM
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Posted 02/24/2004 06:36AM
#1
I use my Maks on a Giro Alt-Az mount. Attached is a photo of my MN61 Mak Newt on a Giro. It's important to use a rock solid tripod with the Giro. I also have a MK67 MCT which I use with the Giro. When the Giro is mounted atop a Bogen 3036, it's unsatisfactory at high power. But mounted atop the surveyor's tripod shown in the photo, it's very stable no matter the power.
Rob Mackie
Rob Mackie
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Posted 02/24/2004 02:31PM
#2
I use my MN66 on a Unistar Heavy Deluxe alt/az mounted on the tripod for my (now former) Atlas mount. Works really well, and it only weighs about 8 lbs., is rock steady and no counterweight needed. I also like the Giro for its slightly more compact design. They are both about the same price, and you can't go wrong either way. FWIW, I am now searching for a suitable surveyor's tripod as I just sold the Atlas mount.
Doug
Midway, FL
Doug
Midway, FL
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