Reddit reviews Innovative Components AN4C15005S421 2.25" Star Knob 1/4-20 x 1.50" steel zinc stud black pp (Pack of 10)
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Popular choice with smooth lines and finger grip spacing for easy turningContemporary Satin Textured Finish ,Scratch and Dirt resistantWon't crack, become brittle or discolorAN4C15005S4-21
Yup, I actually bought an XT8 base off ebay and had to return it because it didn't fit the XT8i tube at all.
I did just purchase an XT8 Plus base off ebay and the XT8i tube fits almost perfectly but the threading on the tensioning knobs is different than the threading on the XT8i tube. The XT8i tube has 1/4-20 threading and the tensioning knobs that came with the base are something different and larger.
Also unfortunately, the side bearings on the telescope do not line up perfectly with the holes for the tensioning knob. I guess the XT8i tube sits a little higher than the XT8 Plus tube.
This weekend I will buy something like these that will actually fit into the side bearings of the tube. I will also need to drill holes in the side panels of the base about an inch higher then the ones there now so the tensioning knobs can reach the side bearings on the telescope - otherwise I think it will work!