Wedge Orientation - C8 Deluxe

Any reason why it would be bad to rotate my wedge and use the 'other' set of holes to mount my C8? I'd like to sit directly behind the scope and observe, but the tripod leg goes straight back if I use the threaded holes for the wedge. The additional holes are not threaded, but I could purchase machine screws, washers and nuts to secure, I think. The C8 owners manual says to use the threaded holes, which I do realize are located directly above each tripod leg. I assume this provides the best stability, right? Anybody tried using the other set of holes?

Walt

Walt Soderman said:

Any reason why it would be bad to rotate my wedge and use the 'other' set of holes to mount my C8? I'd like to sit directly behind the scope and observe, but the tripod leg goes straight back if I use the threaded holes for the wedge. The additional holes are not threaded, but I could purchase machine screws, washers and nuts to secure, I think. The C8 owners manual says to use the threaded holes, which I do realize are located directly above each tripod leg. I assume this provides the best stability, right? Anybody tried using the other set of holes?

Walt

No, there is no reason not to do this...so long as wedge and scope are securely mounted to tripod and don't fall off'n it. :-)