Two folks getting 2 new scopes. The skies will take their revenge. But seriously, Jay, I hope your scope works as good as it looks. And Tyler, I can't imagine your images getting any better. But I look forward to being wrong. Clear skies, patrick On 13 Oct 2012, at 18:12, Tyler Allred wrote:
Jay, That looks like a great scope and a very creative design. I'll bet you are aching to get your hands (and eyes) on it!
It is funny that you mentioned Albert Highe... I just bought a 12.5" f/5 Zambuto from him, along with a 4" Antares 1/20th wave elliptical secondary for my new astrograph. I also picked up a used Paramount ME that is at Bisque for a checkup. I am getting pretty excited.
I am waiting too... and waiting... still waiting... is it here yet... waiting... :)
Enjoy your new scope.
Tyler
-----Original Message----- From: utah-astronomy-bounces@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:utah-astronomy-bounces@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of Jay Eads Sent: Saturday, October 13, 2012 5:06 PM To: Utah Astronomy Subject: [Utah-astronomy] New 14 inch scope with my new Zambuto Mirror
Over on my blog I have recorded how Dennis Steele built me a new structure based on the Albert Highe strut dobsonian design. It is a beautiful scope in my opinion and I cannot wait to get it out. I should have it on Thursday so I'll assembly it and test it in the backyard on Thursday. Friday I will either head to the Pit or out near Vernon for first light. Moon sets shortly after 10:40pm so I'll have some great objects to try out the structure and the mirror on. I had strings put on it (aircraft cable) to make it a virtual trust and so it doesn't have a truss strut flex causing collimation shift. There is none so that is wonderful. IF you want here is a link to my blog and you can scroll down to see the scope or to see how it was put together. I am rather excited.
http://jaysastronomyobservingblog.blogspot.com/
Jay