[Chaos-l] Question about telescope

[Michael Lemon]

The tube on my 10" Zhumell is 30lbs and the base 31.

On 5/23/2011 10:07 PM, Robert Nielsen wrote:
> So I know the base is heavier than the tube ... so probably 35 lbs for 
> the base and 25 lbs for the tube ... roughly.
>
> Robert
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
> On May 23, 2011, at 10:01 PM, "Allen Davis" 
> <starstorm151 at embarqmail.com <mailto:starstorm151 at embarqmail.com>> wrote:
>
>> On the website it says 60lb weight complete.  allen
>>
>> *From:*chaos-l-bounces at rtpnet.org <mailto:chaos-l-bounces at rtpnet.org> 
>> [mailto:chaos-l-bounces at rtpnet.org] *On Behalf Of *Robert Nielsen
>> *Sent:* Monday, May 23, 2011 9:56 PM
>> *To:* michelle s
>> *Cc:* CHAOS
>> *Subject:* Re: [Chaos-l] Question about telescope
>>
>> I wonder if the 54 lbs is both pieces ... the scopes come in two 
>> parts - the base and the tube.   I don't think Michael's tube or base 
>> weighs 54 lbs.   Maybe together.
>>
>> Robert
>>
>>
>> Sent from my iPad
>>
>>
>> On May 23, 2011, at 7:27 PM, michelle s <shellytex1 at yahoo.com 
>> <mailto:shellytex1 at yahoo.com>> wrote:
>>
>>     Web says 8" weighs 54 lbs and 10" weighs 60 lbs. Is there a
>>     handle on the zhumell? :)
>>     The Orion 8" weighs 41 lbs according to web. Are they very
>>     awkward for transporting?
>>
>>     ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>>
>>     *From: *Michael Lemon <mdlemon at lemons-bend.com
>>     <mailto:mdlemon at lemons-bend.com>>;
>>     *To: *michelle s <shellytex1 at yahoo.com
>>     <mailto:shellytex1 at yahoo.com>>; CHAOS <chaos-l at rtpnet.org
>>     <mailto:chaos-l at rtpnet.org>>;
>>     *Subject: *Re: [Chaos-l] Question about telescope
>>     *Sent: *Mon, May 23, 2011 9:50:43 PM
>>
>>     I'll check it when I get home and post results.
>>
>>     MDL
>>
>>     On May 23, 2011, at 5:49 PM, Robert Nielsen wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>>     So Michael, how long is the 10" and how much does it weigh?
>>
>>     My scope and mount weighs 150 lbs.   Not the right person to talk
>>     about manageability.
>>
>>     Robert
>>
>>     Sent from my iPad
>>
>>
>>     On May 23, 2011, at 2:21 PM, Michael Lemon
>>     <mdlemon at lemons-bend.com <mailto:mdlemon at lemons-bend.com>> wrote:
>>
>>         I can vouch for the optics in my 10" Zhummell as well.
>>
>>         Mike Lemon
>>
>>         On May 23, 2011, at 1:43 PM, John Miller wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>>         Check out the Zhumell 8” dobsonian
>>         at:http://www.telescopes.com/telescopes/dobsonian-telescopes/8197+8198+8209.cfm
>>
>>         I recently bought the 10” version and am_very_pleased with
>>         it, both optically and mechanically.  Also, it has a number
>>         of features that the Orions don’t (2 speed focuser, 2”
>>         eyepiece, laser collimator, mirror cooling fan, correct image
>>         finder), all for $399/including shipping/.  Another nice
>>         aspect of the Zhumell versus the Orion are the bearings on
>>         both axes.  The altitude motion has adjustable tension and
>>         this really helps in balancing when using different weight
>>         eyepieces.  And the azimuth motion is on a roller bearing
>>         instead of Teflon pads like the Orions – much smoother
>>         motions all around.  While I think Orion puts out quality
>>         products and you can’t really go wrong there, the Zhumells
>>         represent an exceptional value given the quality and all of
>>         the extra features you get.  Good luck!
>>
>>         John Miller
>>
>>         *From:*chaos-l-bounces at rtpnet.org
>>         <mailto:chaos-l-bounces at rtpnet.org>[mailto:chaos-l-bounces at rtpnet.org]*On
>>         Behalf Of*michelle s
>>         *Sent:*Monday, May 23, 2011 10:51 AM
>>         *To:*chaos-l at rtpnet.org <mailto:chaos-l at rtpnet.org>
>>         *Subject:*[Chaos-l] Question about telescope
>>
>>         Hi, my son and I want to buy our first telescope. We want
>>         easy to use but a good quality one that won't break the bank,
>>         and we won't want to replace after a few months. From what
>>         I've been reading on the internet, the Orion skyquest xt8
>>         looks like a great one. Can anyone give us advice about it?
>>         Is it worth getting this one over the xt6, or is there an
>>         entirely different one that is preferable?
>>         He is anxious for me to order one NOW, so pls advise. Also,
>>         I'd prefer to purchase used, as they are pretty pricey new.
>>         No idea where to find one used.
>>         Thanks,
>>         Michelle
>>
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