On Thursday, January 01, 1998 7:32 PM, Ric L Ecker wrote:
>
>
> >I am concerned that others may damage their scopes and/or need to
> >send them back to Meade if explicit instructions are not followed. I
> >would classify this as an advanced project that could be done by many
> >if very specific details are furnished, including pictures and parts.
> >
> >What I need to know is anyone interested in a MAPUG posting of
> >explicit details describing Dec system modifications pointing to a
> >web site for further details and pictures? If enough interest exists,
> >I
> >will seriously consider pursuing the matter.
>
> >Michael Hart
>
> This have been done on Doc. G and other web sites.
>
>
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> ric http://members.aol.com/rlecker/ric.html
>

Thanks, perhaps my post was not very clear.

Yes, I've read Doc G's work, but no, I'm not talking about anything like
that or another analysis, but specific modifications I did to improve the
Dec system performance for heavy duty use. I'm reluctant to casually
post details as it might lead to more harm than good and I'll admit it,
the work required on my part to do it right. However, if another site
specifically tells how to enhance the Dec system performance and has
actually done it, I don't know about it.

I'm NOT talking about what I'd consider maintenance:

Greasing the spur gear and worm
Aligning the worm
Balancing the telescope
Removing bearing play in the worm pivot assembly
Using faster or slower slew rates
Increasing or decreasing voltage
Using or not using the 18 volt adapter

After 4 years of good results coupled with my recent modifications, I
will suggest the Dec system as a whole is actually better than some
of us thought. The harder I look at the LX-200, the more respect I
have for what I term a rather elegant, affordable design.




--
Michael Hart
Husen Observatory

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