The carbon fibre tube seems really sturdy and I'd hate to just toss it. Online search is not getting me exactly what I need which isn't surprising as that's not something you'd normally remove I don't think. There is no actual manufacturer info on the data plate. That and the fact that a Meade part doesn't fit makes me hesitant to make a blind purchase.
Any ideas on a substitute part or a simple fabrication? I wondering If I can make it out of PVC.