Starquest Mount base adapter for AZ-GTI?

[Gmx76]

hi, i have a Starquest mount and would like to get the AZ-GTI for goto. I know it sits nicely in a Star Adventurer base for EQ mode.  But as I have the Starquest base already  I figured there might be an adapter for the 3/8 inch screw fitting for the AZ-GTI? See below. I'm thinking a plate with correct screw holes in place plus the 3/8 screw itself to mount the AZ. Does anyone know if something exists?  Tried Google but didn't quite find what I need. Thanks

[robhatherton]

I’m not sure but is this the kind of thing? https://www.firstlightoptics.com/sky-watcher-mount-accessories/astro-essentials-3-8-photo-adapter-for-heq5-az5-tripod.html

[Gmx76]

Forgot photos! 

 

 

[Gmx76]

1 hour ago, robhatherton said:

I’m not sure but is this the kind of thing? https://www.firstlightoptics.com/sky-watcher-mount-accessories/astro-essentials-3-8-photo-adapter-for-heq5-az5-tripod.html

The top looks good but I can't see how to fit it onto mount,  see photos above.

[robhatherton]

No I agree, sorry

[Gmx76]

So I emailed OVL and they weren't aware of a way to do this, anyway thanks for looking.

 

On 16/07/2020 at 20:34, robhatherton said:

I’m not sure but is this the kind of thing? https://www.firstlightoptics.com/sky-watcher-mount-accessories/astro-essentials-3-8-photo-adapter-for-heq5-az5-tripod.html

The top looks good but I can't see how to fit it onto mount,  see photos above.

[johninderby]

If you don’t mind a bit of DIY get an aluminium disk the right diameter and drill the three holes plus a centre hole for a 3/8 bolt.

https://www.lasermaster.co.uk

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/A2-Stainless-6-8-10-1-4-5-16-3-8-UNC-Countersunk-Socket-Machine-Screws/291644478078?hash=item43e75d927e:g:qIUAAOSwk1JWeVgJ

Edited July 18, 2020 by johninderby

[Gmx76]

Good idea,  was thinking along those lines.  Thanks for the links

[johninderby]

I ordered an aluminium disk from Laser Master to make a mounting puck for an AZ-GTi so I could fit a proper saddle.

Edited July 18, 2020 by johninderby

[Gmx76]

Interesting,  what  thickness did you order? Are your screw holes threaded?

[johninderby]

Details here.