OTA Upgrade

[chris2411]

Hi, I've been thinking of upgrading my SW130p which is  on a synscan goto mount. My question is, what other larger apature ota would the mount take?

Many thanks

Chris

[xtreemchaos]

whats the mount eg- eq3 -eq5 ect, do you want to keep with a newt or change to a frac? charl

[glynnlondon]

FLO suggest a max of 5 inch newt or mak for the mount.

 

[scotttumsh]

I have managed to use the 130pds which is heavier than the 130p on an az goto mount,i would not go any bigger though.

[chris2411]

Hi, Xtreemchoas & glnlondon, the mount is an az goto, I don't know what it's weight rating is, If 5 inch is it's max then it looks like a complete new set up is required.I saw the 150p on astroboot yesterday. One of the main reasons for changing the scope, which I think is a great starter scope is the focuser is a bit naff. Has anyone replaced the rack and pinnion focuser before?

Many thanks.

[xtreemchaos]

hi mate, i havnt a clue when it comes to az mounts, im a eq fan myself,but im sure somebody will on here will help. goodluck,charl.

[Alan64]

I have the same plastic focusser on my Synta 150mm f/5.  If you're able, you can install this one in its stead...

http://www.teleskop-express.de/shop/product_info.php/info/p7836_TS-1-25--Newtonian-Focuser---metal---with-T2-connection.html

[andrew s]

Chris - I have always believed in upgrading the mount first then the OTA. Trying to use a good scope on a so-so mount is just horrid.

Regards Andrew

[chris2411]

Thanks for your replies, I will keep on with the 130p for now.