That’s a great starting point—many hobbyists have built decent telescopes from scavenged parts. The trick is getting the optics right: you’ll need a good quality lens or mirror, and it has to be precisely centered and polished. A simple reflector can work if you use a decent primary mirror and a corrector plate or a compound lens for a refractor. Then there’s the mount: a stable, straight-backed tripod or even a DIY fork mount can hold it, but you’ll need to make sure it’s level and can track the sky if you want to follow objects. Aligning the optics takes patience—use a laser or a target star to dial in the focus and collimation. And remember, a good eyepiece can make a big difference in the final view. If you’re just starting out, a small, simple design will teach you the fundamentals before you move on to larger, more complex builds. Good luck, and enjoy the process of turning scraps into a portal to the stars!

Sounds like a solid plan—focus on getting the optics centered and the mount steady. If you tell me what size mirror or lens you’re working with, I can walk you through the simple laser collimation steps and help you fine‑tune the alignment. Just let me know what you’ve got and we’ll get that view sharp.