Rigging a WO Redcat 51 Telescope

Learn how to rig a William Optics Redcat telescope to get it set up for deep sky astrophotography. Thank you to WO Boyz (https://woboyz.com) and SmallRig (https://smallrig.com/) for assistance with this video!

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Table of Contents:
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0:00 Intro
01:00 Overview of the Redcat
03:55 Replacing the Dovetail
08:44 Camera, Spacers, and Lubricant
13:04 Cheese plate, Power, USB
18:24 Installing the Guide Scope
23:54 Cables
29:04 Notes on Balance
31:39 Image taken with this kit
31:49 Credits / Patreon

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All products mentioned in this video:
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WO Redcat 51: https://woboyz.com/product/redcat-51-...
Askar VDP300 Vixen Dovetail: https://tinyurl.com/vdp300-nebula
Hex Key Set: https://amzn.to/36c9kN7
Permatex Anti-Seize lubricant: https://amzn.to/3GL19nt
ZWO ASI1600MM: https://bit.ly/3BgcYkx
ZWO EFW 8 position: https://bit.ly/33i2cgY
Astrodon 1.25" Narrowband filters: https://shrsl.com/3dtt0
SmallRig Cheese Plate 1092: https://amzn.to/3uO8Oin
SmallRig 200g counterweight: https://amzn.to/3HRytdK
Pegasus Pocket Powerbox: https://bit.ly/3Lt5iA2
Anker Powered USB 3.0 Hub: https://amzn.to/3gL2pMJ
2.1 to 2.5 mm adapter (for hub): https://amzn.to/3sCrKOC
3M Dual Lock fasteners: https://amzn.to/365qPyt
SmallRig Mini Cable Clamp: https://smallrig.com/smallrig-mini-ca...
SmallRig Cheese Plate 1598: https://amzn.to/3HJyQqO
ZWO 30mm f/4 Mini Guidescope: https://bit.ly/3rMGGdL
QHY 5L-ii-m Guide Camera: https://bit.ly/34CQMVO

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Affiliate programs disclosure:
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I am a member of the High Point Scientific, Astrobin, OPT, AgenaAstro, eBay, and Amazon affiliate programs. Product links in my video descriptions are typically affiliate links, which means, at no extra cost to you, I will make a commission if you click them and purchase something. I also have working relationships with the following companies/brands to receive products to test: High Point Scientific, QHYCCD, WOBoyz, SmallRig, Venus Optics, Astrogear.net, Night Sky Camera, Hunt's Photo & Video. I do not review products for money and any brand deals will be fully disclosed. If you have any questions about any of this, please get in touch.

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