Tripod extension tube

[GyCx]

Sorted used a M12 bolt from Tool station 80 pence  Thanks

[Michael1971]

 

Hi,

 

I know its an old topic, but I have some issues probably related to the pier extension. When doin PA with the AZ bolts, The polestar constantly jumps.  Cant really move it to where I want. I thought maybe the top of the pier is to stiff?  Been out 3 times now and could not take a shot of with decent guiding.

Is this familiar for anyone?

 

Thanks,

Mike

 

[Michael1971]

I might have discovered a low budget solution for my problem so I would like to share that.

If you take the bottom plate of your mount head off (when its taken of the pier) you can make it more frictionless with a piece of soap

Just put it on the pieces where the mount head meets the plate.  (you might want to use a drop of water on it)

If I now use the az bolts it goes so smooth, just have to test it again under full load but it looks promising.

Cheers,

Mike