Guest Wayne Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Cazz and I have just completed flocking the 10" orion optics. I removed everything from the tube... Then Cazz flocked it from top to bottom. I can honestly say that it was the best flock I have ever had LOL :-D I just need to collimate it and hope that the nights get better. I'm also thinking of having a custom made dew shield made of aluminum. It's just an idea. I've seen the price of metal ones. We have a few small sheet metal and steel fabrication companys in Burton. I might be able to blag a bargain. If you don't ask you don't know. I'll let you know what happens :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAZ Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 If you want me to pick you up a cheapo foam matt from Decathlon, Iam only up the road. These were £2.30 last time I was in there. That goes for anyone else who wants one, give me a shout and I'll pick one up for you. A bit of sticky backed velcro and your'e good to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Wayne Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 I'll take you up on that one mate:-) It'll get me up and running. Thanks martyn ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dawson Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Astrodamian and I flocked my 10 inches today too; I got covered in black fluff. I gave it a massive hoover out afterwards, and I've attempted to re-colimate it tonight. Just looking forward to trying it out next clear night James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Wayne Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Astrodamian and I flocked my 10 inches today too; I got covered in black fluff. I gave it a massive hoover out afterwards, and I've attempted to re-colimate it tonight. Just looking forward to trying it out next clear night Jamesoh... I say, it's not just me playing with my dob then :-D did you have any air bubbles in yours? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dawson Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 I used the astrodamian patened can of Pledge method, so very few air bubbles, but the ones I did have I pricked with a craft knife and milked the contents out and it all went down again. Job's a gud un [until it all starts peeling off] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cazz Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 I used the astrodamian patened can of Pledge method, so very few air bubbles, but the ones I did have I pricked with a craft knife and milked the contents out and it all went down again. Job's a gud un [until it all starts peeling off] Silicone spray would also work - as that's what's in polish ;-), I had thought about spraying a bit on the dob base to help make a smooth movement. I got a couple of little bubbles in waynes, which I pricked. I was dead impressed as I did it in two big pieces without swearing or using water or spray. Finally I've found my astro talent lol. :-$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest devil74 Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 Hope we get some clear skies soon for you then Wayne/Cazz. Flocking does make a difference..to me it just changed the contrast a fair bit. At the time I flocked Saturn was the 'up' planet and it greatly increased the darkness between the planet and first ring..and of course the cassini. That flocking on astromonkeys dob will peel off in a bout a month but i didnt want to tell him just yet...i'd rather wait for it to flop over the secondary :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAZ Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 I agree, you will definitely notice an improvement in contrast. I reckon once we have these stormy lows out the way we should be getting the first frosts. Then you can give it a good sorting out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Wayne Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 That'll be the first time I've used it in anger :-) can't wait, I'm getting cabin fever :-\ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Wayne Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 There's a flock fest going down at our gaff, Cazz is gonna flock her 130 heritage. She's flocked my 250mm. What's next :-\ She's gone flocking mad LOL:-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dawson Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 You'll be wearing flocked undies soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Wayne Posted October 15, 2013 Share Posted October 15, 2013 You'll be wearing flocked undies soon.I've got them on;-)...There OK. But peeling them off is tricky =-O Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted October 15, 2013 Share Posted October 15, 2013 I've got them on;-)... There OK. But peeling them off is tricky =-O Your'e doing it wrong. Adhesive goes on the outside... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Wayne Posted October 15, 2013 Share Posted October 15, 2013 That's why their sticking to me:-P now it makes sense. :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daz Type-R Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I still have to flock mine........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perkil8r Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I still have to flock mine........ Slacking again Daz?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stovesy Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 My tube is at the painters at the mo. When it comes back I'm gonna give it a right good flocking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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