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How to get a large telescope in the back of a Jaguar F-Type. Two hobbies that can enjoyed on the same trip.

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The Jaguar F-Type is not known for its load carrying capacity. So when the chipboard base of 12″ Mead Lightbridge needed replacement it was a challenge to see if I could get something that could both fit in the boot and be easy to set up.

The 12″ Meade Lightbridge and chipboard base packed in the boot of the blue Jaguar F-Type
FIG.01 — THE BOOT OF THE F-TYPE
The result, practical and working
FIG.02 — THE RESULT

The result is pretty practical and works well.

Setting up early at the Kelling Heath Star Party
FIG.03 — KELLING HEATH STAR PARTY

Setting up early at the Kelling Heath Star Party.

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