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Very good run.
pchast wrote::thumbsup: Glad its working out.
I've been considering something similar.
There's a 90's compact pickup in a neighbor's yard.....
RJ Howell wrote:Today was a day of many chores, but did get to mocking up the fly for the rear. A must! That is the 4ft set at low roof. Basically, picnic area set for sun or drizzle (maybe even a shower set w/sides). That looks pretty good for height and length.
Then a full set at 6ft. Good clearance to get under and nice coverage. Again low roof.
I didn't get to high roof (extended) to check, something for tomorrow if weather cooperates. I have this feeling my 6ft set will turn into my 4ft set and I'll need 8ft for that full set. I'll figure that out tomorrow.
What I did! I bought two of these paint extension poles ($10 each) and they felt strong enough for what I'm looking for (and adjustable).
Closed they were just a bit too long, so I made a bracket that extended a little lower. 3/8" bolt, fender washers and stop nuts.
The top became just a broom holder (1") and drilled for hitch pins (that was a PITA).
PVC crossbar I'm thinking (1") that has the 3/4" mounting hole in it and the fly wrapped on.
I'm seeing the spacing and packaging in my mind to mount it and deploy. I'm not thinking side stay right now. I believe the material will hold it E/W and the poles (staked or weighted) hold N/S. I do mean, drop a side deeply in rain and I'm really thinking a simple basic design may just work! Hell, I've got time to work through this..
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