May 7, 2008

Well, some of you who may know me from the Meade4M Forum, I go under the name swholden, probably have read my numerous posts about issues I have been having with my telescope.

As it turns out, according to Meade, there is high probability there is an issue with the motors.

For the last few weeks I have not been able to acquire a proper alignment, and even if I did get some sort of alignment, the scope was not pointing correctly.
In many cases, way off. Objects not even within either the finder scope or actual eyepiece.

So today, it goes back. Probably 3-5 weeks they say. :( Not sure what I'll do in the meantime. Probably drag the old Tasco out, or just stare at the sky like I did last night from the hot tub. :) Hey, saw 4 satellites fly over. I guess it was a good night for them.

Any, will keep you posted as I learn more.

I just hope to get my scope back better than ever.

Oh, for those that have read on the Meade4M Forum any derogatory comments about their customer service, should not believe what that they read. They have been nothing short of helpful to me. They have promptly answered the phone (1 ring yesterday), and have always been courteous too. That's all I have to say about that.

Until next time.......Clear Skies All!