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avandonk
10-12-2007, 04:21 PM
While I am waiting for the SkyshedPOD I put this on the deck. Not only does it keep the rain off but the hot Sun as well.
It does not pass the redneck wind test.

Bert
Dennis
10-12-2007, 04:32 PM
That's a very nice observing set up you've got there Bert – very impressive indeed. Did you design and build the platform, pier, etc.?

Cheers

Dennis
avandonk
10-12-2007, 05:24 PM
Read all about it here Dennis. I dont think I would have managed without expert help. I designed the pier and had it fabricated locally. The idea of the tapered gussets is to minimise vibration harmonics.

http://www.iceinspace.com.au/forum/showthread.php?t=24138&page=3

Bert
Dennis
10-12-2007, 08:26 PM
Aahhh, thanks Bert, I remember the “Dingo did it thread now”. A great how to resource for others embarking on a project that really all of us should do, to make observing/imaging so much easier, and fun!

Cheers

Dennis
ballaratdragons
10-12-2007, 10:47 PM
:lol: Necessity is the Mother of Invention

Hey, if it works, run with it :thumbsup: