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My observatory construction is underway... yeah!

Started by geomorph, 10/28/2009 03:21PM
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Posted 10/28/2009 03:21PM Opening Post
Tyler Allred
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Hi all. I thought I would share a few images of the beginnings of my observatory. Here is a link:

http://71.18.228.62/gpage9.html

So far, I have just poured the footings and the pier, and then poured the pad and the roof supports. I hope I don't run out of funds for this project! smile

Cheers,
Tyler
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Posted 10/28/2009 11:04PM #1
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Excellent Tyler, this should make astronomy even nicer!
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Posted 10/29/2009 03:38AM #2
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Very nice Tyler. I am very interested as I have to build an observatory myself soon.

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Posted 10/29/2009 01:59PM #3
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Tyler,

That's really impressive!! I love watching as the observatories go up. Keep us up to date. I can't help but think that nagging question...."did I forget something" just before the cement gets poured. From the looks of it, you sure got it covered!

Paul
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Posted 10/29/2009 04:53PM #4
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Ty, you got a beautiful home... and it sure looks like your observatory will be as well...
Looking forward to the finished product... 8)

Thank you for sharing, and clear skies!
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Posted 10/30/2009 01:42AM #5
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Looks like a great start there. Should make for some enjoyable imaging sessions. (And good job on the yard too.)

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