Observatory build reference threads - suggestions needed

[Demonperformer]

I think the wheelie bin obs is worthy of inclusion (post 3), as I thought this was a really good, cheap idea, showing what can be done on a low budget with a little ingenuity.

Just my 2p ...

[Helen]

Just to clarify, I'm looking at a few stickies, to cover completed, planning, sources etc. I just started with completed as bunnygod had posted his summary

Helen

[Astrokev]

Great to see this up and running Helen. Well done and thanks.

Kevin

[Pete Presland]

it should turn out to be a excellent resource for everybody

[focaldepth]

Am I allowed to vote for my own humble effort?

http://stargazerslounge.com/diy-observatories/139653-new-observatory-finished-almost.html

[Helen]

Yep, self-nomination is certainly allowed!! (In fact I may nominate my Obs too!)

Helen

[focaldepth]

Ok Helen, here is a summary http://stargazerslounge.com/diy-observatories/144081-finished-observatories-focaldepth.html

Following BunnyGod's format.

John.

[Helen]

Great, thanks John.

Helen

[Digz]

Hi Helen, just sent you a PM with regards to drafting a short article explaining the planning legislation and options.

Looking great so far with this

[Helen]

I haven't forgotten about this guys - just been a bit busy recently.

Helen

[Gina]

Could I suggest a separate sticky specifically dealing with piers, please? Types of pier and how big a concrete base to make, pier mount adapters, etc.

[Helen]

Yes, that'll be good. I'll try and get this moving again over the weekend.

Helen

[Gina]

Thank you

[Digz]

Could I suggest a separate sticky specifically dealing with piers, please? Types of pier and how big a concrete base to make, pier mount adapters, etc.

Thats a great idea. I went through some heavy research when designing my WIP pier so would be glad to share it

[Helen]

I've added a couple more threads. If people could post here links to Pier discussions I'll add those next.

Helen

[Astrokev]

Helen,

Thanks and well done for adding the long-lost build by paul11. Good to see this one again!

[Astrokev]

Helen,

Please could I suggest adding the following link to the planning an observatory section. This is the "Setting up a small observatory" by David Arditti, all 240 pages, free on-line!

A fantastic read for anyone starting to designan observatory.

Setting-up a Small Observatory

Thanks

[Helen]

Thanks Kevin. I've added the link (and a couple more) and am just off to read David's book

Helen