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Very clever. I've tried a speed wrench with 18" lag screws and it was no fun at all. I ended up using a Horror Freight 25" breaker bar (not practical for the job as I angle my lags) for the last 6 inches, and thought "if only someone would make a speed wrench where diameter of the circle my hand wou...

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Most of the stuff at Burning Man is what happens when the preschool macaroni artist grew up and bought a welder. ..... John Cale (the only original Velvet Underground lineup still alive) just said, in reference to a travelling exhibit of VU's history) "...The portraits on the wall are portraits of ...

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A friend watching the Kavanaugh thing immediately pointed out his "alcohol cheeks" as he called them. They were more clear and noticeable on large screen HD TV than in still photos, but I did find high pixel photo that his makeup didn't hide a small sample of broken capillaries on Kav....I haven't s...

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Most every thread mentioning generators has a suggestion to keep it off the surface of the playa. Even if most of the air for the carburetor comes from vents on the side, these drain holes in the bottom (identified by zip ties) should make it clear one should keep the genny OFF THE PLAYA SURFACE. Ho...

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In 1914, Marcel Duchamp exhibited an off the shelf, mass produced bottle rack and said, 'This is art because I say it is.'" bottle rack.JPG http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/ct-ent-art-institute-marcel-duchamp-acquisition-0214-story.html The creation of and playa display of the 747 Project...

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RIP Big Jay McNeely

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danibel wrote: ↑
Mon Sep 17, 2018 12:40 pm
I used 1/2 by 16 inch Lags to secure my flat top shade and a kodiak. Considered overkill by some.....

"Overkill?"
I read that as the speaker(s) of that sentiment thinking they somehow know exactly the minimum tent stake that will hold up....good luck with that....

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try this:

https://lnf.burningman.org/items/

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try this:

https://lnf.burningman.org/items/

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try this...

https://lnf.burningman.org/items/

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Bless wrote: ↑
Tue Sep 11, 2018 11:55 am
YOUR CAMERA IS NOT A GIFT

Stupid me for clicking on the link and not heed the warning from Token and Bless....

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FIGJAM wrote: ↑
Mon Aug 13, 2018 11:49 am
We ran fastenersuper store outta 1/2"x18" lags!!!

A few weeks ago, the rep told me they are fully aware of burners and this very thread and have extra supply for the last 3 years, but every time they run out.

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I got so fed up with whatever company BM was pushing a few years back....I used them twice, and twice requested a receipt for my purchase and an agreement of what service I paid for. Twice I got an email back saying that their computer can't do that and next year they could provide an invoice. Next ...

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Dsm253 wrote: ↑
Tue Aug 07, 2018 3:34 pm
....then shark clip grommets and fit the triangle pieces into a dome.....)
These work as well as Shark Clips and cost much MUCH less.:

http://www.shadeclothstore.com/products ... cloth.html

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I'm trying to wrap my brain around how it would hold up to cut into triangles (then shark clip grommets and fit the triangle pieces into a dome) but am unsure if the edges on knit aluminet would hold that way. Likely sticking with the camo netting for this year, but starting to think on a winter pr...

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I've used the same 14" and 18" for years. Upon return, I let them soak in vinegar until I remember to finish the job, then powerwash them, then let them dry, wrap them in newspaper, put shrink wrap around the newspaper just to keep them together in groups of about 6 pieces. The zinc coating probably...

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Whatever you end up with, hammer the lags in at least a third of the length.

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After the manburn one year, I searched for two hours looking for my bike. I came across others looking and we grouped together. We had great fun, everyone found their bike but stayed with the group, and then all bikes were found and we went our ways. Oh, lock the bike. If you give up trying to find ...

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...Let’s not forget the Cacophony roots of the original “Zone Trip” that became the Home of Burning Man. My personal growth demands both honest and deliberate mistakes in others ;) Culture Jamming must live! I see it every year on Wednesday: a pile of dome spars next to a dome built about 1/3rd of ...

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Thanks for the compression words.

I guess I just went cheap long ago as the pool noodles always seem too expensive. But, really, what is a few more bucks...the money spent after the ticket purchase is always much higher than the ticket...can't be helped!

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Bring a bunch of pool noodles as they come in handy as shims for protecting corners and whatnot. I like the pipe insulation...cheap, pre-cut, the glue on it not the greatest, but it can stay stuck if under pressure. I bring extra as when packing up, it's great to have around. pipe insulation 2.JPG

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The still frame looks like CGI, but,,,no!
Scary stuff...

Many of those tents I see flying must come with stakes like these:

tent stake.JPG

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Can anyone speak to personal experience with the more "Budget" friendly impact drivers for lagbolts *on playa*? Such as the $60 or less Ryobi, Black and Decker, or Harbor Fright drivers? Trying to keep a lid on expenses, as much as I'd love a fancy premium brand toolkit, can't justify it this year....

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In that magic year you get nice crumbly “bag of Doritos” type of Playa down ~ 12 inches. Be prepared and don’t overthink shit. I no longer use 14" lag screws but for the lightest of duties. It is very disheartening to use the impact tool to drive a lag screw and it penetrates the first 12" with no ...

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pedroescobar wrote: ↑
Thu Jul 26, 2018 2:43 pm
Yeah I haven't been able to locate 14" lags locally in Seattle.

I've ordered from the Fastener Superstore for years, but thru amazon as the shipping is cheaper. Search
" 3/8 X 14 Lag Screws / Hex Head / Steel / Zinc / 50 Pc. Carton "

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Cranky wrote: ↑
Sun Jul 22, 2018 10:15 pm
Could be to make use of the leftover pieces when they cut the 8' uprights out of 10' lengths of EMT

Absolutely, but I noticed right away when living under a 12x20, the "feel" is just different and more pleasing. Maybe something golden ratio like.

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As much as one wants to set up both for sun and wind, you may find yourself with NO CHOICE about putting your "housing" footprint as desired. Therefore, have shade for any side ready. Have your shade structure not dependent on ideal setup, and make that structure strong. If you have a tent with your...

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azebb wrote: ↑
Sun Jul 22, 2018 6:42 pm
What about my stripper pole in the middle of my tent. My design will only require a 3 inch hole in the ground about 2 feet deep.

If your goal is to add to the thousands of youtube videos with stripper pole fails, keep the camera running.

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Canoe wrote: ↑
Fri Jul 13, 2018 11:08 pm
If the wind is strong enough, will that serve as transportation?

I notice "they" say the speed limit is 5mph for bikes!
I was planning to downwind race the remaining windsurf people out there!

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