> > 1) The standard focuser that came with the telescope (rack
> > & pinion) is out-of-focus by itself in some positions,
> > specially when the heavier eyepiece is used. Fine
> > adjustments are a little bit difficult too.

In 26 Nov 98 Chris Heapy wrote:
> A JMI electric focusser would be of benefit to you here, I
> know how difficult it is to focus with the image wobbling
> around. You would benefit from the better quality focusser
> too. They make one for Newts but I don't know the model
> number.

Thank you Chris, it´s a pity JMI doesn´t have a Webpage,
I´ve read about their focusers in its S&T advertise, but I
have no idea which one is appropriate for my scope. Price
range is from $88 up to $250!!

> > 2) I'm getting crazy with the counterweights, because every
> > time I change eyepieces my telescope is out of balance.

> Balance your scope for the heaviest eyepiece you have,
> then make (or have a machine shop make) some brass weights
> that can be added when you insert a lighter eyepiece.

I was doing just the opposite, I´ll try your suggestion
next time. Thanks again!

Saludos desde el Peru!

Angel Moyano
Lima-PERU
12º S; 77º W.; [UT - 5 hrs]

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