Guest billywhizzzzz Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 (edited) well as some of you already know the focuser on the celestron C8 Sgt is AWFUL haha so with that in mind I have decided to sort it out , also while im at it im gonna change to a 2" EP set up as well . anyway I have decided on the following Focuser - Baader Steeltrack SCT Crayford Focuser 2" http://www.harrisontelescopes.co.uk/acatalog/Baader_Steeltrack_SCT_Crayford_Focuser.html star diagonal - Baader Clicklock Diagonal 2" http://www.harrisontelescopes.co.uk/acatalog/Baader_Clicklock_Diagonal_2_.html EP - Baader Mark 3 Hyperion Clickstop Zoom Eyepiece http://www.harrisontelescopes.co.uk/acatalog/Baader_Mark_3_Hyperion_Clickstop_Zoom_Eyepiece.html so ...... ladies and gentlemen what are your thoughts ? good or bad move steve Edited June 18, 2013 by billywhizzzzz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xanthic Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 The Hyperion zoom does fit on a 2" but the entry aperture stays at 1.25" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest billywhizzzzz Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 The Hyperion zoom does fit on a 2" but the entry aperture stays at 1.25"good point . Didnt notice that . Ill have a rethink on ep Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kheldar Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 I'd leave the Steeltrack and go straight down the Moonlite route I'd also leave the zoom and get fixed length Celestron X-Cel LX's Just personal opinion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tibbz2 Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 The X-Cel LX 12mm that I'm currently borrowing is really nice, so I second them. Hope to replace my 25mm with one in the future as well... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest billywhizzzzz Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 The X-Cel LX 12mm that I'm currently borrowing is really nice, so I second them. Hope to replace my 25mm with one in the future as well... I have one in 7mm , and im sorry guys but I really don't like it , the eye relief is shocking , the multi-coatings have worn off the lens , something that I noticed the other night , thought it was a spec of dirt , however on closer inspection it was wear , not good but as I say just my main reason is , just not getting on with eye relief regards steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest billywhizzzzz Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 id love the moonlight , but im not paying £350.00 for one , as nice as they are , , its out of my budget really , the extra money I spend on a moonlight , means one less Ep but if funds would allow then I hear you steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+RonC Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 I have a few different EP's in my collection, (see Signature!) and I only live 12 miles away! If you fancy a visit you are very welcome Steve? Cheers Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest billywhizzzzz Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Ron . Hello mate hope you had a great holiday . that would be great . I will sort out a time/ date with you reagards steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xanthic Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Definitely try some out before you splash the cash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CodnorPaul Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Great choices - I have the hyperion zoom which is great for planetary work and alignment, as well as the smaller and brighter DSOs, then use a Panaview 32mm 2" EP which works great in a C8 and doesn't cost a fortune. Well worth the upgrade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheila Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 id love the moonlight , but im not paying £350.00 for one , as nice as they are , , its out of my budget really , the extra money I spend on a moonlight , means one less Ep but if funds would allow then I hear you steve they sometimes come up on ABS.... or SGL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brantuk Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Have you thought about these? There may be one available for your scope: http://www.firstlightoptics.com/starlight-instruments-feathertouch/microfocuser-for-celestron-cpc-800-6se-c8edge-8se.html Also is there a specific reason for choosing that particular diagonal? You can get a good, regular CF 2" Dielectric diagonal for half that price or less. It would keep the focus range roughly where it is and support the zoom very nicely with a 2" barrel. All for a lot less outlay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+RonC Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Just PM me when you want to visit Ron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest billywhizzzzz Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Have you thought about these? There may be one available for your scope: http://www.firstlightoptics.com/starlight-instruments-feathertouch/microfocuser-for-celestron-cpc-800-6se-c8edge-8se.html Also is there a specific reason for choosing that particular diagonal? You can get a good, regular CF 2" Dielectric diagonal for half that price or less. It would keep the focus range roughly where it is and support the zoom very nicely with a 2" barrel. All for a lot less outlay. to be honest Kim , no not really , I have read a few reviews and they seemed to be positive , however since your comment I have had a re-think . steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest billywhizzzzz Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Right been thinking about this for most of the day and have had a re-think . so.......... this is what im now thinking with regards to star diagonal , im thinking a William optics , half the price and more options , as in 2" and 1-1/4 , plus it comes with a SCT adapter so it will go straight on here's the link http://www.firstlightoptics.com/diagonals/william-optics-2-dielectric-diagonal-with-sct-adaptor.html with regards to focuser ( thanks Kim ) gonna go with a starlight micro-focuser http://www.firstlightoptics.com/starlight-instruments-feathertouch/microfocuser-for-celestron-cpc-800-6se-c8edge-8se.html as far as my Ep is concerned im gonna take Ron up on his very kind offer of having a look at some of his and try and get a better idea of what im comfortable with so hows does that sound regards steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brantuk Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Sounds great - do have a word with FLO though about the focuser and confirm it fits your scope. Or if you draw a blank talk to Bern at Modern Astronomy - hes very friendly and great at sourcing irregular requirements. Also if you intend imaging check if the focuser eliminates mirror shift. I have the WO CF 2" diagonal and it's a beaut - I have the Celestron one too but it's a fair bit dearer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest billywhizzzzz Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 Yeah will do Kim , I gonna order it tomorrow , so will be sure to ask him Regards steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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