pro 8 reflector

I have a question. Is there any way to make my pro 8 into a dobsonian? I wish I had bought the Dob. first. It looks like there should be some type of kit to make the change , not sure if i can do this

David

If your Pro 8 is a Sky View Pro 8, then it can be made into a DOB. You will need to build a base, not biggie.

To mount the OTA you can use your existing tube rings and some pipe fittings...


Here is a photo of my 8 inch F/5 Newt mounted DOB style.

Beware, the eyepiece is pretty low...

jon

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