Hypertune Do-It-Yourself Kit for the Atlas/EQ-6 Mount

Starting Price: $195.00
Price as Configured: $195.00
Brand: Deep Space Products / SKU: DSP-HYPDIY-ATLAS
Please note that this kit is not for the EQ6-R.
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The Do-It-Yourself HyperTune® Kit, allows you to service and upgrade your Orion Atlas/EQ-6 mount yourself.

We have collected all of the parts and tools1 necessary for you to perform a similar upgrade service as performed in the HyperTune® Standard service. Plan on the entire process taking at least 2 to 3 hours, so be prepared to work for a little while.

While you watch the step by step video, we point out common repairs that have to be done, and adjustments that will help your Atlas/EQ-6 mount reach their peak performance. When you are finished, you will have a smooth working mount that will provide you with wonderful, less stressful, nights of enjoying the night-time skies.

In addition, you will have a complete set of tools left over for later use.
The included videos are a complete guide for taking your mount apart, adjusting, and servicing all internal components, and putting it all back together.

The HyperTune® kit includes the following:

  • Complete ceramic hybrid worm bearing set
  • Complete PTFE bearing set
  • Set of all mount hex wrench sizes
  • Screwdriver
  • Selected sandpapers
  • Polishing compound
  • Thread locker
  • Razor cutting knife
  • Cleaning brush
  • Internal lubricant
  • Access to electronic versions of detailed photo breakdown of mount and components
  • Step-by-step video on how to HyperTune® your mount
  • Special tool for removing the worm retaining rings
After the purchase of the kit you will be sent a link to the document and video file downloads. The video files are in MP4 format but they are large and will take a little while to download.

1Things you will need in addition to this list are:
  • Degreaser (we recommend a citrus-based degreaser)
  • Containers for holding parts
  • Cleaning gloves
  • Paper towels
  • Needle nose pliers, spanner wrench or similar tool
  • Vise or channel lock pliers with cushioned jaws
  • PC with Windows loaded
Please note that shipping for HyperTune® DIY products within the continental United States ("CONUS") is by USPS Priority Mail. International/Non-CONUS shipping is by USPS Priority Mail International.