Vixen GPE - retrofit Skywatcher Motors

[Peter_D]

Hi, 

I want to fit  Skywatcher motors from a Skywatcher Eq5 upgrade kit on to my GP mount. I don't need Goto. 

I see there are two versions of Eq5 upgrade kits (non-Goto): a older model with a black control box and an enhanced model with a red control box. I have read the older black box model can be fitted on a GP mount - can the enhanced model?

https://www.teleskop-express.de/shop/product_info.php/info/p399_Skywatcher-Dual-Axis-Stepper-Motor-Drive-System-for-EQ5.html

https://www.teleskop-express.de/shop/product_info.php/info/p7293_Skywatcher-Dual-Axis-Motor-Drive-Set-for-EQ5-Mount-with-Autoguider-Interface.html

CS

Peter

Edited September 1, 2020 by Peter_D

[Cornelius Varley]

43 minutes ago, Peter_D said:

have read the older black box model can be fitted on a GP mount - can the enhanced model?

The only difference between the standard and enhanced dual axis motor drives is the handset. Both will be compatible with the Vixen mount.

[Peter_D]

Many thanks for the quick response, appreciate it!

[John]

I've fitted both versions to my Vixen GP at one time or another. They both bolted straight onto the mount with minimal fuss.

I currently have the enhanced set fitted to the mount and it's working just fine.