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Wheeley
Bar Products
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Medium Size
Universal Style
See Complete List of
Compatible Equipment at Right
TPWUMED
$223.00
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Medium Size Universal Wheeley Bars
Celestron C4-R,
C5-S, C5-SGT, C6-N, C6-R, C6-RGT, C8, C8-NGT, C8-S, C8-SGT, C8+, C8-N, C8-S,
C9¼-S, C9¼-SGT, C10-N, C10-NGT, C11-SGT, C102-HD, Celestar 8, CG-4 mount, CG-5 mount,
CG-9¼, CGE 800**
/ 925** / 1100**, Classic 8, CPC 800 GPS / 925 GPS / 1100 GPS, Fastar 8, G-8, G8-N, G-9¼, Great Polaris C8, Great Polaris
mount, NexStar 8 / 8 GPS / 8i / 8i (XLT) / 8 SE / 9¼ GPS / 11 GPS, Super C8 with adjustable
tripod, Ultima 8 / 9¼ / 11; Losmandy GM-8; Meade 2080 and
2120 Fork mounts (except MTS) through LX200 7", 8" and 10"
(Ritchey-Chrétien,
GPS and non-GPS versions) with standard field tripod, LS-6 / 8, LT-6 / 8, LX90-ACF 8" /
10", LX90GPS 8" / 10", LX200-ACF 8" / 10", LX400-ACF 10", LXD55 AR-5 / AR-6 / SN-6 /
SN-8 / SN-10, LXD75 AR-5 / AR-6 / SN-6 / SN-8 / SN-10, ETX-90EC and ETX-125EC
with deluxe field tripod, LX10, LX50, LX90, LXD500 / 600 / 650 mounts, Starfinder German
Equatorial 6 / 8 / 10; Orion SkyView Pro mount; Vixen Great
Polaris mount, Great Polaris Deluxe mount
Maximum Load: 120 lbs
Adjusts to fit tripods with tip-to-tip distance
from 33" to 43"
See doorway measurements for more dimensions.
Tip receptacle is 2-1/4" I.D.
Raises mount 3-1/2" off the ground with standard wheels
Wheel diameter is 2-3/8" (optional 5"
and 10" wheels are
available)
** Your CGE mount may require Large
Size Universal Wheeley Bars depending on the tip-to-tip
distance. It may also require the 10"
Pneumatic Large Wheel Upgrade (to lower the mount to an acceptable height).
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NOTE
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Do not use the Medium Wheeley Bars
for 12" or larger SCTs (even if the mount is listed above) as these
telescopes are too heavy for this product.
The
picture at left shows the Medium Size Universal Wheeley Bars with the standard
2-3/8" wheels. The optional 5"
Large Wheels are also shown for
size comparison.
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This
picture shows the This picture shows the Medium Size Universal Wheeley
Bars under a Meade Standard Field Tripod. The Wheeley Bars adjust
for the legs of your tripod mount (within specific limits). They are
designed to be used with the legs fully retracted to keep the center of
gravity low and allow the telescope to be moved through doors. |
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Large Size
Universal Style
See Complete List of
Compatible Equipment at Right
TPWULG
$332.00
Buy Now* |
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Large Size Universal Wheeley Bars
ATS Portable Pier mount (may
require custom product if tip-to-tip distance is less than range shown below); Celestron
C14, CGE 925** / 1100** / 1400***, CI-700 mount; Meade
LX90GPS 12", LX200-ACF 12" / 14", LX200 12" (GPS and non-GPS), LX200GPS 14", LX200R
12" / 14", LXD700 / 750 mounts, RCX400 10" / 12" /
14"; Mountain Instruments MI-8P mount; Particle Wave Technologies
Monolith Pier mount. See
Note Below / Customers
easily mistake Large vs AP/G11/Etc (Hidden).
Maximum Load: 330 lbs
Adjusts to fit tripods with tip-to-tip distance
from 48" to 56"
See doorway measurements for more dimensions.
Tip receptacle is 2-3/4" I.D.
Raises mount 3-1/2" off the ground with standard wheels
Wheel diameter is 2-3/8" (optional 5"
and 10" wheels are
available)
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When ordering, please place a note in the shopping cart Comments
area identifying the specific telescope / mount manufacturer and
model.
** Your CGE mount may require Medium
Size Universal Wheeley Bars depending on the tip-to-tip
distance. It
may also require the 10"
Pneumatic Large Wheel Upgrade (to lower the mount to an acceptable height).
*** The CGE
1400 mount may require Custom
Size Universal Wheeley Bars depending on the tip-to-tip
distance. It
may also require the 10"
Pneumatic Large Wheel Upgrade (to lower the mount to an acceptable height).
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The
picture shows the Large Size Universal Wheeley Bars with the discontinued
4" Large Wheels. The optional
5" wheels are still available. Notice the extra bracing
between the legs of the Wheeley Bars. |
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Extra Large
Size
Universal Style
See Complete List of Compatible Equipment at
Right
TPWUXLG
$733.00
Buy Now |
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Extra
Large Size Universal Wheeley Bars Meade LX200 / LX200GPS 16" with
Supergiant Field
Tripod, LX400-ACF 16" with Ultra-Stable Mount, RCX400 16" with Ultra-Stable Mount
Includes six 10" all-terrain pneumatic
wheels and a tow handle.
Maximum Load: 300 lbs
Adjusts to fit tripods with tip-to-tip distance
from 48" to 56"
Tip receptacle is 2-3/4" I.D.
Raises mount 3-1/2" off the ground
Wheel diameter is 10"
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This product is essentially a
"Beefed Up" Large Size Universal
Wheeley Bars* with the 10"
Pneumatic Large Wheels (Tow Handle included).
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Each leg is extended by 2" to move the leveling screws out from the tripod
legs and the leveling screws have a hefty 3/4" diameter thread.
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Leveling Screws for the Extra
Large Wheeley Bars (left) are much larger than normal leveling screws (right).
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This picture shows the Extra Large
Size Universal Wheeley Bars, with the Motor Upgrade (except included Battery Pack Holder),
in pieces and ready to be shipped.
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Max Size
Universal Style
Meade MAX Robotic Mount
TPWUMAX
$2,119.00
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Now |
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Max
Size Universal Wheeley Bars Meade LX400-ACF 16"
with
MAX Robotic Mount, RCX400 16" / 20" with
MAX Robotic Mount
Includes eight 10" all-terrain pneumatic
wheels, steering/tow handle and
dual-motors. A 12 volt power supply is required (not supplied by JMI).
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Dual
Motors |
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12v/18v
Battery Pack NO LONGER SUPPLIED BY JMI |
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Astro-Physics
Pier Mount
Astro-Physics 400
/
600 / 800
/ 900 / 1200
TPWUAP
$332.00
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Wheeley Bars for Astro-Physics
Pier Mounts
Astro-Physics 6", 8" and
10" Pier mounts (Astro-Physics 400 / 600
/ 800 / 900 / 1200)
Customized universal model for Astro-Physics pier
mounts (same as Large Size Universal except for tip receptacles).
Tip receptacle is 1" I.D.
Raises mount 3-1/2" off the ground with standard wheels
Wheel diameter is 2-3/8" (optional 5"
and 10" wheels are
available)
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The picture
at left shows an unassembled
Wheeley Bars for the Astro-Physics pier mounts (with 5" Wheel
Upgrade) |
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The ONLY
difference between the Large Size Universal Wheeley Bars and the Astro-Physics
Wheeley Bars is the style of the tip receptacle at the end of the legs. |
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Losmandy
G-11
Mount
Celestron CG-11, CG-14; Losmandy
G-11, HGM 200
TPWUG11
$332.00
Buy Now** |
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Wheeley Bars for Losmandy
G-11 Mount
Celestron CG-11, CG-14; Losmandy
G-11, HGM 200
Customized universal model for the Losmandy G-11
mount. (Specify tripod tip-to-tip distance with
legs fully retracted or, alternately, at the preferred viewing height less the
height of the Wheeley Bars.)
Tip receptacle is 3-1/2" I.D.
Raises mount 3-1/2" off the ground with standard wheels
Wheel diameter is 2-3/8" (optional 5"
and 10" wheels are
available)
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When ordering, please place a note in the shopping cart Comments
area specifying tripod tip-to-tip distance with
legs fully retracted or, alternately, at the preferred viewing height less the
height of the Wheeley Bars. Also specify leg/feet
diameter and tip style.
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Custom Order
Medium or Large
Universal Style
Customized to Fit Your Mount
TPWUCUSTOM
Starting at $358.00
Buy Now** |
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Custom
Order Wheeley Bars
A Large or Medium size Universal model (not the
Dobsonian model) Wheeley Bars custom made to fit
your mount. The price includes 2-3/8" wheels. Large 5"
or 10" wheels may be included for an additional cost.
(Call for
availability. Specify tripod tip-to-tip distance with
legs fully retracted or, alternately, at the preferred viewing height less the
height of the custom Wheeley Bars. Also specify leg/feet
diameter and tip style.)
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When ordering, please place a note in the shopping cart Comments
area specifying tripod tip-to-tip distance with
legs fully retracted or, alternately, at the preferred viewing height less the
height of the Wheeley Bars. Also specify leg/feet
diameter and tip style. Before
ordering Custom Wheeley Bars, please call for
availability. |
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Meade
LightBridge 8"
See Complete List of
Dobsonians at Right
TPWLB8
$309.00
Buy Now |
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Wheeley Bars for
Meade LightBridge 8"
Meade
LightBridge 8"; Orion
SkyQuest XT8; Other
Adaptable to Dobsonians with 19" Diameter Ground Board
Customized model with four large 10" all-terrain pneumatic
wheels and a tow handle.
NOTE: The ground board feet may need to be moved.
Raises mount 3" to 4" off the ground
Wheel diameter is 10"
Width (at rear wheels) is 27"
Length (front to back including wheels) is 37"
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Wheeley Bars
for 8" Dob's |
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Meade
LightBridge 12"
See Complete List of
Dobsonians at Right
TPWLB12
$309.00
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Wheeley Bars for Meade
LightBridge 12"
Meade
LightBridge
10" / 12"; Orion
SkyQuest XT10 / XT12 / XX12 (NON-GO-TO*); Sky-Watcher
12"; Zhumell
10" / 12"; Other
Adaptable to Dobsonians with 26" Diameter Ground Board
* This product will NOT work with Orion SkyQuest XT
GO-TO versions. We are currently redesigning
this product to work with the GO-TO version. Please check back later.
Customized model with four large 10" all-terrain pneumatic
wheels and a tow handle.
Slotted foot receptacle is 1-3/16" I.D.
Raises mount 2-7/8" off the ground
Wheel diameter is 10"
Width (at rear wheels) is 32"
Length (front tire to back tire) is 41"
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The
Orion SkyQuest XT12 on the Wheeley Bars |
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The
Sky-Watcher 12" Dosonian on Wheeley Bars |
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These are the
parts for the Wheeley Bars for the Meade LightBridge 12". Assembly is
easy. |
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Meade
LightBridge 16"
Adaptable to Dobs
with 28" to 32" Diameter Ground Board
TPWLB16
$377.00
Buy Now |
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Wheeley Bars for
Meade
LightBridge 16"
Meade
LightBridge 16"; Other
Adaptable to Dobsonians with 28" to 32" Diameter Ground Board
Customized model with four large 10" all-terrain pneumatic
wheels and a tow handle.
Raises mount 4" to 5" off the ground
Wheel diameter is 10"
Width (at rear wheels) is 33"
Length (front to back including wheels) is 53"
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Obsession
Ultra Compact 18
Obsession UC
18" Dobsonian
TPWUC18
$339.00
Buy Now |
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Wheeley Bars for
Obesssion Ultra
Compact 18"
Obsession Ultra Compact 18" Dobsonian
Customized model with three
wheels and a tow handle.
Raises mount 3-1/2" off the ground
Width is 39"
Raises mount 3-1/2" off the ground
Wheel diameter is 2-3/8"
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Orion
SkyQuest XX14
XX14i IntelliScope
and XX14g GoTo Truss-tube Dobsonian
TPWXX14
$377.00
Buy Now |
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Wheeley Bars for
Orion SkyQuest XX14
Orion SkyQuest XX14i
IntelliScope, XX14g GoTo Dobsonians
Customized model with four large 10" all-terrain pneumatic
wheels and a tow handle.
NOTE: The ground board feet may need to be moved.
Raises mount 4" to 5" off the ground
Wheel diameter is 10"
Width (at rear wheels) is 33"
Length (front to back including wheels) is 53"
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Wheeley
Bar Options and Accessories
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5" Large
Wheels (Upgrade at Time of Purchase Only)
For Universal-Style
Wheeley Bars
TPWLWUPG
$97.00
Buy Now |
5" Large
Wheels (Purchased Separately)
For Universal-Style
Wheeley Bars
TPWLW
$121.00
Buy Now |
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5"
Large Wheels for Universal-Style Wheeley Bars
Fully locking 5" diameter polyurethane
wheels to replace the standard 2-3/8" hard rubber wheels on Universal-Style
Wheeley Bars (both standard and custom versions). With these wheels, the
Wheeley Bars will raise the mount 6-3/8" off the ground.
The large wheels are designed for field use on
rough surfaces such as grass, dirt and gravel. However, great care must be
taken in maneuvering on these surfaces, particularly when wet because the wheels
may sink below the surface. We do not recommend using Wheeley Bars on
these surfaces under adverse conditions, especially if you have a very heavy
telescope.
Upgrade at
Time of Purchase Only*, Part Number TPWLWUPG
Purchased Separately**, Part Number TPWLW
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* If you simply wish to purchase the
Wheeley bars with 5" wheels rather than 2-3/8" wheels, pick the
"upgrade at time of purchase" option (part number TPWLWUPG).
This price is cheaper because the small wheels are essential "traded
in" toward the price of the larger wheels.
** If you wish to replace your 2-3/8" wheels with 5" wheels after the
original purchase, use the "purchase separately" option (part number TPWLW). You can only replace your small
wheels with the large wheels if your current wheels are
attached with bolts (current manufacturing method) rather than rivets (very old
manufacturing method). With this "aftermarket" option, YOU will
be removing the original wheels and installing the 5" wheels.
The necessary longer leveling bolts are included. (JMI will not accept
returns of used small wheels.)
The
picture at left shows the Medium Size Universal Wheeley Bars with the standard
2-3/8" wheels installed. The 5" Large Wheels are shown to the side.
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10"
Pneumatic Large Wheels (Upgrade at Time of Purchase Only)
For Universal-Style
Wheeley Bars
TPW10UPG
$241.00
Buy Now |
10"
Pneumatic Large Wheels (Purchased Separately)
For Universal-Style
Wheeley Bars
TPW10
$265.00
Buy Now |
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10"
Pneumatic Large Wheels for Universal-Style Wheeley Bars
Add six large 10" all-terrain pneumatic
wheels and a tow handle to replace the standard 2-3/8" hard rubber wheels on Universal-Style Wheeley Bars.
A dual inboard wheel design on the rear wheels maintains a narrow profile.
With these wheels, the Wheeley Bars will raise
the mount approximately 3-1/4" off the ground.
An optional Battery
Pack Holder for Orion's
Dynamo Power Supplies
or other battery pack products is available (included with
Motor Upgrade).
Upgrade at
Time of Purchase Only*, Part Number TPW10UPG
Purchased Separately**, Part Number TPW10
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* If you simply wish to purchase the
Wheeley bars with 10" wheels rather than 2-3/8" wheels, pick the
"upgrade at time of purchase" option (part number TPW10UPG).
This price is cheaper because the small wheels are essential "traded
in" toward the price of the larger wheels.
** If you wish to replace your 2-3/8" wheels with
10" wheels after the
original purchase, use the "purchase separately" option (part number TPW10). You can only replace your small
wheels with the large wheels if your current wheels are
attached with bolts (current manufacturing method) rather than rivets (very old
manufacturing method). With this "aftermarket" option, YOU will
be removing the original wheels and installing the 10" wheels. (JMI will not accept
returns of used small wheels.)
The first picture at left is of JMI Universal Wheeley Bars with the prototype 10"
Pneumatic Large Wheel Upgrade, optional Battery
Pack Holder and an Orion
Dynamo Pro 17 Power Station (power pack NOT available from JMI). The dual inboard wheels on each
rear "axle" help keep a narrow profile. The product also
includes a pull handle.
The second
pictures shows what is included in the 10" Pneumatic Large Wheel
Upgrade as a separate purchase.
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Motor Upgrade
(At the Time of Purchase ONLY)
For Universal-Style
Wheeley Bars with 10" Pneumatic Wheels
TPWMTR
$539.00
Buy Now |
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Motor
Upgrade for Universal-Style Wheeley Bars
Add a Motor to any Universal-Style Wheeley Bars
to create THE RIDE.
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Battery Pack
Holder
For Universal-Style
Wheeley Bars
BRKTBP
$46.00
Buy Now |
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Battery
Pack Holder
for Large Universal-Style Wheeley Bars
JMI
Medium, Large, Extra Large and Max Size Universal-Style
Wheeley Bars
Add
a Battery Pack Holder to Medium and Large Universal-Style Wheeley Bars for battery pack products. It will hold a battery up to 5-1/2" x
10" in size.
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Battery Pack Holder Installed |
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In this picture the Battery Pack Holder is installed and is holding a
Battery Pack. |
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Tow Handle
For Universal-Style
Wheeley Bars
TPWHANDLE
$80.00
Buy Now |
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Tow
Handle for Universal-Style Wheeley Bars
Add a Tow Handle to any Universal-Style Wheeley
Bars.
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The
tow handle is compatible with all Medium and Large Size Universal-Style
Wheeley Bars. It is shown here attached to a Wheeley Bar unit.
The 10"
Pneumatic Large Wheel Upgrade (above) includes the Tow Handle.
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This
close-up shows how the handle is attached. |
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Speed
Dial
Leveling Screw Drill Adapter
TPWSPDIAL
$39.00
Buy Now |
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Speed
Dial for Universal-Style Wheeley Bars
Portable drill adapter helps
quickly and easily adjust (raise or lower) leveling screws on any Universal-Style Wheeley
Bars.
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The
Speed Dial adapter fits into any portable drill. Place the claws of
the adapter over the leveling screw handle and use the drill to quickly
turn the screw up or down as necessary to level your Wheeley Bars. |
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The
Adapter (right) with a Leveling Screw (left) |
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What are Wheeley
Bars?
Do you wish you had an easy way to move your tripod
or pier mounted
telescope from garage to patio or driveway? Wheeley Bars (telescope
wheels/dolly) were created for just that
purpose. The sturdy base with locking wheels and leveling bolts allows you to
easily move, lock, level and use the complete telescope assembly.
And best of all, you don't have to disconnect and reconnect all the
electrical and computer cabling. Standard Wheeley Bars are
designed to be used on hard flat surfaces only. With the optional
large-wheel upgrade, great care in maneuvering and ideal conditions, they
can be used on grass, dirt and gravel surfaces. Wheeley Bars are generally designed to be used with the tripod legs almost fully
retracted to reduce the overall width. A
Word of Warning: The heavier the telescope mounted on the Wheeley
Bars, the more careful one must be in moving the complete system by
pulling or pushing below the center of gravity. JMI is not
responsible for incorrect loading or operation.
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What
is Tip-to-Tip Distance?
To be sure that your tripod or pier will fit a particular Wheeley Bar product, it may be necessary
to verify the tip-to-tip distance of the mount. Usually, this
measurement is made with the legs of a tripod fully retracted (the
shortest length) and spread out completely. Alternately, you can
measure at your preferred viewing height, but be sure to allow for the
height of the Wheeley Bars (listed with each product). The tip-to-tip distance
is the measurement from the outside edge of the end of a tripod leg or
pier foot (where it touches the ground) to
the outside edge of another tripod leg or pier foot as illustrated below. 
 
Here
are some examples of different types of tripods and piers and where to measure. 
For
Custom Wheeley Bars, to be sure that your mount will fit into
the receptacles, we also need to know leg or foot diameter and tip
style. For instance, on the mounts shown above (numbered from left
to right), the following applies:
Mount
Number |
Diameter
Needed |
Tip
Style |
| 1 |
Leg |
Tube |
| 2 |
Foot |
Flat Foot |
| 3 |
Leg |
Rounded
Tip |
| 4 |
Leg |
Pointed
Tip |
| 5 |
Foot |
Flat Foot |
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Doorway
Measurements
We often get questions
regarding the width of our Wheeley Bars to determine if they will fit
through a particular doorway. The following information should help
in making that determination. The following dimensions do not apply
to Wheeley Bars that have been upgraded with large wheels. 
There
are three basic measurements as noted above. The maximum width (X)
is measured in a similar fashion as the tip-to-tip distance except that
the measurement is made to the outside corner of the legs or leveling
screws (typically about 3" wider than the tip-to-tip measurement of a
pointed tip tripod mount). The minimum
measurement (N) is from the end of one leg to the inside measurement on
the opposite side. This would help in determining the narrowest door
that the Wheeley Bars could possibly be maneuvered through. A third
measurement (W) is in between the other two and gives the width as
measured form the end of one leg to the outside measurement of the
opposite side. The diagrams below illustrate the three measurements. 
 
The
illustration on the left shows the Universal Wheeley Bars turned so they
can be pushed through the doorway based on the NORMAL width (W) without
having to do any special maneuvering. The second illustration shows
the Universal Wheeley Bars being maneuvered by twisting them through the
doorway based on the absolute MINIMUM dimension (N). The third
illustration shows the Wheeley Bars being blocked from moving though a
doorway because they are positioned such that the MAXIMUM profile (X) is
being presented.
Universal Wheeley Bars are called Universal because they are made to be
adjustable to handle various sizes of mounts. This means that the
measurement we have been talking about can vary depending on the in-out
adjustment of the Wheeley Bar legs. The table below shows the
minimum and maximum for the different widths indicated by the variable W,
N and X.
| Width
Dimensions for Universal Wheeley Bars |
| Size |
Normal
Width
(W) |
Minimum
Width
(N) |
Maximum
Width
(X) |
| Min |
Max |
Min |
Max |
Min |
Max |
| Medium |
32" |
36" |
22.625 |
25.625" |
36" |
41" |
| Large |
44.75" |
49.75" |
36.5" |
40" |
50.5" |
56.5" |
| Extra
Large |
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Purchasing
Hints
Here are three typical
configurations (with part numbers) for motorized Wheeley Bars:
"THE RIDE"
Complete Motorized Wheeley Bars (Extra Large Size Universal Wheeley Bars)
TPWUXLG Extra Large Size
Universal Wheeley Bars with 10" pneumatic wheels, dual-motor drive
and 18v power supply
"THE RIDE"
Complete Motorized Wheeley Bars (Large Size Universal Wheeley Bars)
TPWULG Large Size
Universal Wheeley Bars (required)
TPW10UPG
10" Large Wheel Upgrade (required)
TPWMTR Motor Upgrade for
Universal-Style Wheeley Bars (required)
BRKTBP Battery Pack Holder
(optional)
NOTE: You must have a 12 volt
power source such as the Orion Dynamo Pro 17 Power Station
"THE RIDE"
Complete Motorized Wheeley Bars (Medium Size Universal Wheeley Bars)
TPWUMED Medium Size
Universal Wheeley Bars (required)
TPW10UPG
10" Large Wheel Upgrade (required)
TPWMTR Motor Upgrade for
Universal-Style Wheeley Bars (required)
BRKTBP Battery Pack Holder
(optional)
NOTE: You must have a 12 volt
power source such as the Orion Dynamo Pro 17 Power Station
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Customer
Comments
"I received my Wheeley Bars as
ordered, thanks. I just have to say that this has been the best
accessory I have ever bought for my scope hands down. I'm very
pleased indeed. It makes shifting and setting up my scope a
breeze. Thanks again. (S. K.)
"Last June I bought your Wheeley
Bars for my 16" Meade LightBridge. Needless to say, they have
been fantastic. I use the scope at least ten times as much now as I
did before putting it on the Wheels. Any time I want to observe, I
just wheel it out of the garage and I'm ready within a couple of
minutes! No re-collimating needed! Contrast that with moving
the heavy scope out by hand in three parts, putting it together and
re-collimating. This process had been a real deterrent to using the
scope—not to mention disassembling it at night, cold and sleepy. I
had considered spending $$$ on an observatory shelter but using the Wheeley Bars is so much better, and incredibly cost-effective. But
you know all this! Your simple invention has re-opened the world of
astronomy for me. And my neighbors—any time it's going to be a
good star night I send out an email and they come over. Thanks
again." (T. P. W. Jr.)
"I have received my order [Wheeley
Bars]. Your service was very good. Much better than the servie
I have had when purchasing other goods from the USA. My advice to my
fellow Astronomical Society members will be, if you can buy it from JMI,
go there first." (I. G. F-W., Australia)
"[I] Love being able to wheel my
telescope in-and-out of the garage on a whim without having to wait for
help to move it. I'm a 5'-2", 53-year-old grandmother who
couldn't move the scope without help so this was just the ticket.
Ladies, you'll love it! Also, you just leave it on there while you
star hop. The handle detaches so you don't fall over it in the
dark.... Thanks JMI!!!" (C. J.)
"I look forward to using my Wheeley
Bars with my heavy telescope. It is sturdy and well
made." (S. B. H.)
"Well, I must say the product was
more than I expected. Great work!! After years of the
electronic stuff I have gone back to a Dob and Your wheelies make it so
easy! Thanks!!" (J. W.)
"REALLY like my Wheeley....
[My] C-102-HD is happy. So is my hernia. <G>"
(P. H.)
"I received a set of your Wheeley
Bars.... I put it together this morning with no trouble. This
setup is the cat's meow and the elephant's PJs all rolled (pun intended)
into one. Now I can keep the scope up and easily accessible on a
whim as my binocs. How cool. Thank so much." (M.
M.)
"I have a Meade 10" LX200GPS on
one set of Wheeley Bars and a CGE on another set and absolutely love
them. It isn't just the weight I can carry the mount in a
couple of trips, no problem. The really huge advantage of the
Wheeley Bars is that I can leave the mount/tripod/electrical and computer
connections (USB hub, power strip) all attached permanently on the Wheeley
Bar setup. I wheel out, attach one electrical connection (extension
cord to the power strip), one computer connection (USB cable to the USB
hub) and I am ready to go. A huge time saver setting up and taking
down compared to having to make multiple connections each time. (D.
S.)
"The materials used for the Wheeley
Bars is excellent. They have exceeded my expectations. Good
product." (D. C. B.)
"The quality of the Wheeley Bars
exceeded my expectations! I assembled them easily and with no
problems. Good Job!" (S. S.)
"The Wheeley Bars are one of the
best products ever introduced to the Amateur Astronomer in history... Your Wheeley
Bars are exceptionally well designed for the price..." (R. J. G.)
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Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ)
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| Q. |
How can I be
sure that a particular model will fit my tripod mount? |
| A. |
First, make sure the
legs on your tripod are fully retracted (i.e. set as short as possible).
Measure the distance from the tip of one leg to the tip of the next. Compare this
distance with the specifications shown for the model designed for your tripod. The
receptacles that accept the tripod legs are designed for the width and style of tips on
your tripod legs.
If you do not see your particular
model of tripod listed, we may be able to build a custom unit. You will need to give
us specific information on tip-to-tip distance (with legs fully retracted), leg diameter
and tip style. |
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| Q. |
Why are the
Wheeley Bars designed to be used with the tripod legs fully retracted? |
| A. |
For stability and to
allow movement of the telescope through a doorway. In most cases this height will
be acceptable for normal use. |
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| Q. |
How do the
legs of the tripod fit into the Wheeley Bars? |
| A. |
Generally, they rest
inside a hole as large as, or larger than, the width of the tripod tip. Once
inserted, you can extend the legs slightly until the tips are snug in their receptacles. |
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| Q. |
How much
will the Wheeley Bars elevate my telescope and mount above the ground? |
| A. |
That
information is given in the description for each model. Large wheel
upgrades include information on how they affect the height. |
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| Q. |
Can I use
Wheeley Bars to move my telescope over grass? |
| A. |
The original Wheeley
Bars were designed for use on hard surfaces only. Some customers have stated that
they are able to use them on grass but we do not recommend it. Our 5"
Large Wheels will work on smooth
grass surfaces. With the 10"
Pneumatic Large Wheels, great care in maneuvering and ideal conditions,
Wheeley Bars can be used on grass, dirt and gravel surfaces. |
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| Q. |
Can I get
information on the wheels used on your Wheeley Bars? |
| A. |
The standard hard
rubber wheel is 2-3/8" in diameter and 1-1/8" in width. An upgrade to
large 5" diameter polyurethane wheels is available. These tow
sizes are lockable to keep
them from rolling when not using the leveling bolts. A 10"
Pneumatic rubber all-terrain wheel is also available. |
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| Q. |
What
material are the Wheeley Bars made of? |
| A. |
They are made from
sturdy steel channel or rectangular tubing covered by durable black-wrinkle paint.
If treated properly, they should last several lifetimes. |
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