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by mrgizmo65
Sun Aug 06, 2023 11:43 am
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: Rocket launch tonite!
Replies: 2
Views: 5938

Re: Rocket launch tonite!

Hi Tom yes I still remember it ,you could even hear it. Best Jerry
by mrgizmo65
Sat Jul 15, 2023 9:43 am
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: Pete's Sun Bucket
Replies: 4
Views: 6560

Re: Pete's Sun Bucket

Thank you Pete. That is unbelievably simple. What is th diameter and length of the waste bucket and would I be able to use a larger diameter?? And I take it this can be mounted on a tripod ?? Thanks this will give me something to do.Jerry
by mrgizmo65
Fri Jul 14, 2023 11:45 pm
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: Pete's Sun Bucket
Replies: 4
Views: 6560

Re: Pete's Sun Bucket

Congratulations Pete!! That is great Is it top secret?? Or can you tell what you used to make it. How do you mount it or can it be mounted?? What size eyepiece did you use?. Thanks so much for your efforts. To have a few or more of those at an outreach would be great!! Jerry :roll: :roll:
by mrgizmo65
Sat Jun 10, 2023 10:23 pm
Forum: The Imager's Studio
Topic: The SUN is Amazing
Replies: 4
Views: 1052

Re: The SUN is Amazing

Steve,since the first time I looked through a telescope I was awed by such amazing things. So amazing that all the issues In our lives are insignificant, even after all of us have returned to the dust we came from. Jerry
by mrgizmo65
Sat Jun 10, 2023 2:17 pm
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: Celestial Tidings to the Ethereal Bacchanalian Mind
Replies: 2
Views: 5697

Re: Celestial Tidings to the Ethereal Bacchanalian Mind

I guess it's like they say it' s always party time somewhere!! Jerry :mrgreen:
by mrgizmo65
Sun Jun 04, 2023 9:00 pm
Forum: The Imager's Studio
Topic: NGC 5907 Splinter or Knife Edge Spiral Galaxy
Replies: 4
Views: 923

Re: NGC 5907 Splinter or Knife Edge Spiral Galaxy

Roger,and Pete,I am amazed at week after week you people and others in the group come up with these spectacular images. It isn't just having the right equipment but knowing how to use it and a lot of patience. I envy your skills and talent. Thank you for sharing. Jerry
by mrgizmo65
Sun Feb 26, 2023 7:29 pm
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: What the Horsehead "really looks like"
Replies: 2
Views: 1569

Re: What the Horsehead "really looks like"

Pete, thanks for posting this image. Because of the colors in the image, it reminds me of one of the whimsical characters from the muppets. Thank you. Jerry
by mrgizmo65
Sat Jan 21, 2023 12:07 pm
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: Battery pack
Replies: 26
Views: 5621

Re: Battery pack

Hi Bruce, the ammo box is plastic. It is listed as a 50 cal ammo box there is a smaller 30 cal box for $7.99 .I'm hoping to get out viewing soon. Hope this helps you find what you can use. Jerry
by mrgizmo65
Fri Jan 20, 2023 4:39 pm
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: Battery pack
Replies: 26
Views: 5621

Re: Battery pack

Hi Bruce,today I went to harbor freight and found an ammo box that my 12 volt 30 ah battery will fit in top to bottom,it just fits front to back I have a little under 5 inches and side to side about2 inches on either side. It has a latch on top and handle. All for $10.00.It could be what you could u...
by mrgizmo65
Sun Jan 15, 2023 11:46 am
Forum: Galileo's Gabfest
Topic: Battery pack
Replies: 26
Views: 5621

Re: Battery pack

Make your own out of 1\8 th ply wood or try to find an ammo box at tractor supply cheers,Jerry