Jim7728
(Postmaster)
05/21/08 08:58 PM
Re: Lazy Susan For Intelliscope

Sabir

I've used "lazy susan" bearings for my homemade dob base.
I had the first one you listed:

http://doitbest.com/Kitchen+organizers--model-212482-doitbest-sku-212482.dib

And it work fine(smooth motions) for a few years until one or two ball bearings got out. I've since went with a better quality 12.75 "Lazy Susan $22.50

Aluminum Lazy Susan Bearings

This one feels a little smoother and better built than the $10 one. No issues with the weathervane effect, but my 12.5" sonotube dob is heavier than the Intellescope metal tube and like Buck said, if you want to add resistance, a piece of carpet or felt will work fine.



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