I decided to try M45 again from a dark spot in NC called Doughton Park. Its at about 3500 feet and the conditions were excellent.

Acquisition Details:
Date: 10/07/2007
Exposure: RGB: 10 x 3 minutes each
Telescope: Takahashi Sky 90 + focal reducer (F/4.1)
Mount: Atlas EQ-G
Camera: SXV-H9