How to Modify Your Celstar C8 Wedgepod for Easier Polar Alignment -- Methods to correct the problems that arise when trying to properly polar align. Visit

LXD55 -- Reviews, knowledgebase, gallery, FAQ, message forum, classifieds, store, and links. Visit

Collimating Newtonian Optics -- Consists of two steps: aiming the eyepiece axis at the center of the primary, & aiming the primary at the center of the eyepiece. Visit

DarkSkyFalcon Astronomy -- A resource & links page. Visit

Polar Align your Telescope -- Balancing the declination axis & the right ascension axis, aligning to north star, & using mount to locate objects. Visit

Telescope Buyer's Guide -- Finding a way through the maze of ads, catalogs, claims & counter claims about which is best or the least expensive. Visit

Robin Gatter's Home Page -- Cross-reference data for Meade LX200 telescope users. Visit

Mike Barrell's Astronomy Page -- Equipment information, alignment tips, images, planet finder, ham radio/WB9DLC, & links. Visit