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August 4, 2003 05:40 PM Forum: Solar System Observing

Mars 8/4/03 - First attempt

Ed, this looks very similar to a sketch I made one night last week through a 4" unobstructed reflector. Very nice to see my observation confirmed. DR

August 6, 2003 12:07 PM Forum: Telescope Making

SOURCE NEEDED: DOVETAIL BARS

Posted By Darian Rachal

Brian, Have you checked with Ken Dauzat of Ken's Rings & Telescope Accessories? He advertises here on Astromart. DR

August 8, 2003 05:23 PM Forum: Solar System Observing

Mars scope first light 07-Aug-2003

Posted By Darian Rachal

Doug, Very nice drawing. Who are the optics by? DR

August 20, 2003 08:29 PM Forum: Equipment Talk

Floyd, If weight is not a factor I recommend going with the Telrad. The 3 circles are useful. I have a Rigel on a 4" Dob, because I needed something light. It works well, but for some reason, at times I have difficulty finding the little circles. Proper eye placement doesn't seem as intuitive, as with the Telrad. I end up having to turn the intensity up all the way to help me locate the circles. The little blinking feature, I never use. I find it an annoyance & just keep the circles as dim as I can. The Rigel is a good product & works very well. I just see no advantages to it on a large Dob.

August 24, 2003 04:24 AM Forum: TeleVue