I have an original 12" Odyssey (Monstrosity) reflector with mirrors that need to be re-coated. What is the best way to separate the secondary mirror from the metal horizontal mount without breaking it? It seems to be glued or epoxied on with an adhesive. Anyone know what adhesive they used?
Odyssey 1 secondary mirror removal?
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Vt1
, Apr 11 2025 08:33 AM
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bartine
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Posted 11 April 2025 - 09:03 AM
I have used nylon fishing line
Cut off a nice section an use it like a saw
Side the line back and forth across the adhesive at the back and it should cut through it.
Then use a sharp blade to scrape off what's left.
Good luck
Ben
Edited by bartine, 11 April 2025 - 09:04 AM.
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