18 May
2007
18 May
'07
7:24 p.m.
Kim, you would ask me that when I'm away from the shop! From memory, the main tube is something like 79 or 80 inches long, less end trim rings. 20" O.D. I haven't weighed any components yet, although I will have to soon, so I can calculate the approximate altitude/declination pivot point. Thanks to the clamp rings, there will be plenty of room for adjustment, if needed for accessories (cameras, heavy eyepieces, etc.) at the focus end. Thanks for your kind words! I hope to take you up on your kind offer of an observing site once it's finished. On 5/18/07, Kim <kimharch@cut.net> wrote:
Chuck, no doubt about it, you're simply a master. Great work. Thanks for sharing. What are the weight and dimensions of the tube alone?