Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Minimoo

Been thinking about this feature of the greenhouse for months now - finally got around to making it happen.  Filled in the underside of the exposed purlins on the west side with more tin.  Last task will be to cut and mount some steel with the appropriate radius to cap off the exposed opening in an artful manner.

Got a big bonus today.  Finally spotted Mao's new calf hanging out with mom just NW of TFL.  Drove over with snacks and got a chance to get up close and personal.  First new calf of the season.  57,74,40,0,B
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14 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 15, 2012 at 7:57 PM

    congrats mr. wells on your growing TFL family ( human and animal)wish you continued success in your endeavors.

    the mohave rat

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  2. A. BearFebruary 15, 2012 at 8:08 PM

    The sunset photo is fantastic.

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  3. Rita B.February 15, 2012 at 8:27 PM

    wonder when Mao will bring minimoo in for the inaugural visit.

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  4. cubFebruary 15, 2012 at 10:01 PM

    Good looking calf!
    Just a note about fastening the
    sheet iron. Always put the fasteners on the ridge - never in the valley because this is where the water runs. Will cause leaks.

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  5. zwangoFebruary 15, 2012 at 10:03 PM

    Nice detail! I was wondering what you were going to do there.

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  6. tffnguyFebruary 16, 2012 at 12:14 AM

    Been wondering what you were going to do with that massive vent, but what about the outer roof skin and below?

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  7. MsBelindaFebruary 16, 2012 at 2:06 AM

    What a great picture of Mao and minimoo ;)

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  8. ACFebruary 16, 2012 at 8:03 AM

    You got the right idea. How are you keeping your food refrigarated i.e. your solar chicken? AC

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  9. Quixote KidFebruary 16, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    Nice, I was wondering how you were going to finish it off. Looking good.

    Cub, I've heard the debate between peak or valley on installing corrugated tin for years. Last time I installed some on a roof I thought that I should settle the matter (in my mind at least). I contacted the manufacturer and asked them their recommendation. Valley. I understand the argument for peak, but they stated that you could not properly seat the screw with rubber washer if it was in the peak as it could not be brought down flush. In that case, it looks to me that John is doing it right.

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  10. SFebruary 16, 2012 at 1:38 PM

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  11. SusieFebruary 16, 2012 at 1:52 PM

    That is a beautiful animal.

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  12. Mark MorrisFebruary 16, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    John,
    This is my first visit to The Field Lab Blog. I was introduced to you by Mel's Video / Texas Reporter message sent out today. Your life is fascinating and I will continue to follow what transpires next.

    Thanks,
    Mark Morris
    Royal Oak, MI

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  13. Allen HareFebruary 19, 2012 at 7:13 PM

    I guess a lot of us were wondering if you'd cap off the ends somehow. Your solution looks great. Looking forward to seeing the end result.

    Mama and little one look nice. That's an impressive set of horns on the mama. Hope they took the snacks in the intention that they were given.

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  14. AnonymousFebruary 20, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    The green house is looking good I love the Clean line of the metal upper side roof is a wonderful art work and Functional art work and a wonderful home

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