Counter weights for HEQ5Pro mount

[Geordie mc]

Anyone recommend where and type to buy. The 2 supplied are just enough when my camera is attached. If I add a guide scope etc. I'll need more. The ones supplied have very flimsy lock nut plastic handles. One has cracked already:( ANy advice mcuh appreciated.

[Macavity]

A fair old price, but...

Telescope Accessories | Counterweights | Rother Valley Optics

http://www.firstlightoptics.com/counterweights/skywatcher-counterweight.html too.

All subject to availibility.

[Bizibilder]

Or go to Tesco's and buy a couple of "weightlifters" weights - either 2kg or 5kg. A bit of garden hose will allow them to fit on the weight bar and, by putting them between you proper weights, you can hold them securely - or use jubilee clips etc.

[Geordie mc]

Thanks guys. The Tesco option sounds worth a try as £30 is a bit steep for a 5kg weight with a dodgy plastic bolt head.