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Old 08-03-2010, 10:02 AM
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Steve's Foam Dome Observatory

I've written a few pages on my site about the dome
and updated a few old pics.
Apologies for the rough webpage layout.
Comments welcome.
http://jfbo.webs.com/observatory.htm
http://jfbo.webs.com/domeconstruction.htm
http://jfbo.webs.com/domeconstructionpage4.htm

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Old 08-03-2010, 11:49 AM
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What a wonderful easy to build design, I also like it's portability as I rent ATM I am interested.
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Old 09-03-2010, 12:56 PM
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I like it, good one Steve.
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Old 09-03-2010, 03:02 PM
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Lots of good info. Thanks for that
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Old 10-03-2010, 05:09 AM
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I've been eyeing this design for quite a while but now I'm inspired
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Old 13-03-2010, 12:02 AM
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Nice job Steve.

I was also inspired by Joe's website and opted for a plywood geodesic design.
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Old 19-03-2010, 01:46 PM
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Great job, brilliant cool room as well, should keep the temperature constant when closed.

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