C10-NGT user reviews?

Does anyone out there own one of the Celestron Advanced
Series 10-inch Newtonians? I've read suspicions that the
CG-5 mount (even with the new beefed-up tripod) isn't
up to supporting this scope . . . can someone with first-hand
experience relate their opinion?


Joe

Does anyone out there own one of the Celestron Advanced
Series 10-inch Newtonians? I've read suspicions that the
CG-5 mount (even with the new beefed-up tripod) isn't
up to supporting this scope . . . can someone with first-hand
experience relate their opinion?

Hi:
The reports I've heard have been quite positive. You might want to subscribe to
the AS Yahoo groups for first hand info, though.

Peace,
Rod Mollise
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I have a C-6N on a CG4 mount. Jello shakes less. I was hoping to upgrade to a
CG-5 if I ever see one that some one else owns first...

I have a C-6N on a CG4 mount. Jello shakes less. I was hoping to upgrade to a
CG-5 if I ever see one that some one else owns first...

WHile not the ideal mount, this combination shouldn't be too bad from what I
have seen. If you keep the legs as short as possible and all the bolts
tight, my experience with the EQ-3(same as the EQ4) mount with similar sizes
scopes is that it shouldn't be too bad.

jon