EQ5 mount modification - suggestion

[GiorgioF]

Hi guys.

I'm using a Skywatcher EQ5 mount (Skyscan, but not important).

In order to gain some more degree in the celestial, I would like to make an extension to the tripod.

Basically interpose an elongation between mount and head.

Have someone already done something similar? Can you share? Whatever: drawings, idea, pictures, suggestion and so on, all are welcome

Many thanks for the help

[johninderby]

Skywatcher do an extension pillar for this available from any Slywatcher dealer.

https://www.firstlightoptics.com/sky-watcher-mount-accessories/skywatcher-eq5heq5-extension-tube.html

Edited December 17, 2019 by johninderby

[lux eterna]

Hi Giorgio,

One of my most valuable modifications is this combined hinge and raiser. It lets me fold down the head so I can transport the complete mount & tripod in the back of my car. And because of the height extension (the wooden block) I gain a few hours before having to flip the mount (to avoid the camera touching the tripod).

https://stargazerslounge.com/uploads/monthly_2016_07/heq5_1.jpg.2654501a8aa167c12703b71679fc4fcc.jpg

 

Of course, you can just do the wooden block & threaded bar if you only need the height adjustment.

Ragnar

[GiorgioF]

11 hours ago, lux eterna said:

Hi Giorgio,

One of my most valuable modifications is this combined hinge and raiser. It lets me fold down the head so I can transport the complete mount & tripod in the back of my car. And because of the height extension (the wooden block) I gain a few hours before having to flip the mount (to avoid the camera touching the tripod).

https://stargazerslounge.com/uploads/monthly_2016_07/heq5_1.jpg.2654501a8aa167c12703b71679fc4fcc.jpg 1.07 MB · 0 downloads

 

Of course, you can just do the wooden block & threaded bar if you only need the height adjustment.

Ragnar

Wow... This idea is mind blowing! Congratulations!

I should consider the wood, maybe a hard one.