Reds Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 Hey you guys. How's it going? Well, I came across this forum whilst looking up whether I could put a motor on a SW eq2 mount that I'm about to buy. It doesn't come with one, hence me looking to see if one can be added afterwards. I'm abut to buy a 2nd hand SW Explorer, 130x900, on a eq2 mount/tripod. It's basically brand new as its only been used 2or3 times and has no bits missing from the original package. It also has a set of SW filters and some other bits and bobs like planisphere, sky maps etc. Anyway, as I saw the forum being mentioned, I thought I'd join up as I'm new to actual visual astronomy, although I've been into all things space related and it's all I watch on tv/YouTube, so I have a good basic knowledge of a variety of space related subjects. Although Black holes and different star types, their evolution and life cycles are areas I have special interest in. I hope this Skywatcher 130/900 is not going to disappoint. The reviews I've seen seem to rate it quite highly. I nearly bought a Celestron Astromaster 130q, but after seeing nothing but really bad reviews, I pulled out from the sale. The only negative with this SW Explorer is that I think the primary mirror isn't parabolic. Being new to this I'm not sure how much of a difference that makes, but I'm sure I could upgrade if I need to. I was looking at a SW Heritage 130p for a while but the small size/lack of a proper tripod put me off a little. But from what I've read, it's an amazing scope, so I hope I haven't messed up big time by not getting it. Anyway, sorry for the essay. I hope to meet some cool people on here and I'm open to any advice and hope to learn as I really am new stargazing. I do have a 50mm 650mm refractor, but it's what's called a 'department store hobby killer' of a scope. I have seen Saturn and Jupiter through it, but it was such hard work, that it took all the fun and enjoyment from the experience. I hope this new scope puts that to right. Cheers guys, Reds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Spock Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 Hi Reds, welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterCPC Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 Hello and welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starwatcher2001 Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 Welcome aboard SGL Reds, good to have you with us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wookie1965 Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 A warm welcome to SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floater Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 Welcome. Hope you have lots of fun. 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banjaxed Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 Hi and welcome to SGL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bosun21 Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 Hi 👋 Welcome to the lounge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greymouser Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 Hi and welcome to the best astro forum out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
v4cascade Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 Welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Lloyd Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 Hi there and welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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rojay Posted May 14, 2022 Share Posted May 14, 2022 Hi, thanks for introducing yourself and welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M40 Posted May 14, 2022 Share Posted May 14, 2022 Hello Reds and welcome to the site 👍 Enjoy your telescope; you mention that you have some filters in the kit, does that include a moon filter? I am not sure how bright the moon will appear in your telescope but for not too many pennies it may be a worthwhile purchase. All the best. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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