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Upgraded knobs for EQ6-R Pro?
Posted: Fri Aug 14, 2020 3:07 pm
by Larry 1969
Hello all!
Is there a good source for upgtaded knobs for my newer EQ6-R Pro?
I see some on eBay but question their quality.
Thanks!
Larry
Re: Upgraded knobs for EQ6-R Pro?
Posted: Fri Aug 14, 2020 5:41 pm
by yobbo89
what is it exactly you are in need of upgading sorry , ?? i don't recall the eq6 having knob adjustments, unless it's the adjustment under the eye piece holder in between the 3 legs ie the tri pod lock screw
Re: Upgraded knobs for EQ6-R Pro?
Posted: Fri Aug 14, 2020 6:11 pm
by Larry 1969
Sorry... I guess I was kind of vague.
I'm looking to upgrade the Alt and Azimuth adjustment knobs for polar alignment as well as the dovetail clamping knobs.
I've just come down with rheumatoid arthritis and these things are getting difficult....
Thanks!
Larry
Re: Upgraded knobs for EQ6-R Pro?
Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2020 6:28 pm
by Lady Fraktor
A friend has the same issue and he changed most of the mount bolts for machine head screws.
He uses a T-handle driver to move them.
Scopestuff may have some oversized knobs as well
Re: Upgraded knobs for EQ6-R Pro?
Posted: Wed Jun 30, 2021 5:35 am
by chrisvin
These are a little expensive, but I have one and they work VERY WELL!
https://skysedge.com/astronomy/altitudeknob/
Re: Upgraded knobs for EQ6-R Pro?
Posted: Wed Jun 30, 2021 8:42 pm
by JayTee
Your local Ace Hardware, not the other Home Improvement Biggie's, typically have a large selection of knobs in their nuts and bolts area. I go there when I'm constructing new "Astro" stuff that requires knobs. Since it is not "Astro" gear it is typically a lot less expensive.
Cheers,
JT