added Telrad, balance problems with GEM

Added a Telrad this evening and out in the field had balancing the GEM. I
left the original spotter scope on the optical tube for I still want it
there. But had much trouble balancing the weights. Anyone had similar
problems and can it handle the extra weight with the Telrad? I dont see why
it should not. Scope is a Celestron 150-HD. Did not have this problem before
adding the Telrad. I could take the original spotter scope off but would
like to keep it on there. What does everyone think? Can I leave it on?
Thanks

A lot of the time, adding weight from a finder also means moving the tube
assembly back to compensate, or adding other weight to different parts of the
tube. It also can require moving the main counterweight a little farther out
on the rod. Clear skies to you.
--
David W. Knisely
Prairie Astronomy Club: http://www.prairieastronomyclub.org
Hyde Memorial Observatory: http://www.hydeobservatory.info/

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