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Collimation Knobs/Screws for HOC Dob

Started by Jud, 12/07/2005 01:36PM
Posted 12/07/2005 01:36PM Opening Post
Last Friday at our Star Party I noticed that two people with HOC Newts had adjustment knobs on their scopes for collimation; an 8" F/4 Equatorial and 10" Dob. My 12" HOC dob has screws requiring a screwdriver which is disappointing to me and quite frustrating in the dark. Are there any suggestions for a fix, i.e., a source of knobs to fit a 12" HOC?

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Posted 12/07/2005 06:56PM #1
Judson,
I would think you could find these at Lowes or another home improvement store or good hardware store or better yet a bolt supply house.
I have seen these type knurled knob bolts at all these places in metric and american threads and sizes.

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