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Brian,

I recently switched from a 35 pound payload to a 60 pound payload. I have the G11, so that is maxing out the weight capacity and it is the first time I can see some extra movement in the mount. I became aware that I had not fully tightened the EQ Head to Tripod Bolts, so the extra weight was moving the EQ Head. I fixed that issue, but started to wonder which other bolts might not be fully tight. I polar aligned the previous scope, and will soon polar align with new payload.?

Anything to watch out for when you double the payload? That would be of interest.?

I'm using my set-up for Visual observing, and only doing iPhone or DSLR astrophotos. So after I polar align the scope again, I believe I'll remove the polar scope, as I don't really need it again, unless I get unforeseen movement. My Tripod and Mount are in a permanent position, so I'm not tearing down after a session. The reason I'd remove the polar scope is because I have the CKS and the Polar scope illuminator gets in the way when turning the RA Clutch knob. I suppose I could just remove the illuminator as well. Any input about keeping the polar scope in or out?

Thanks,
Andrew?
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Main Telescope:?Explore Scientific 152ED APO Refractor in Carbon Fiber
Mount:?Explore Scientific Losmandy G11 Mount w/PMC-Eight
Other Scopes:?Meade 8"LX90 SCT, William Optics ZenithStar 66mm APO Refractor
Binoculars:?Oberwerk 20x80 & 25x100 Giant Binoculars, Alpen 8x42