Aaron Price wrote:
>

> 1. I wanted to wrap the OTA in a soft cotten bed sheet I have lying
> around and then place it in the case for some extra shock absorption. Do
> you think the extra lint and fibers that will accompany such a sheet would
> get into the scope and cause trouble?


Nope, but just remember not to wrap it up wet from dew, you want air to
circulate to dry it off. The optics are pretty tough, I would be more
worried about applying power to a soggy box of electronics.

> 2. What part of the scope should be taking on the weight, ie put "down".
> When I received the scope it was in the foam case on its side. I assume
> this is the way to do it, on the side?
>

Distribute the weight as much as you can, transporting it in the fitted
foam pad from the shipping box offers the best protection. Just make
sure the clutches are released. Install the shipping bolt (10" and 12")
if you expect it to have a rough ride.

Chris Heapy

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