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- Fri Jul 15, 2016 7:03 pm
- Forum: Keeping Cool
- Topic: Did you build a (Figjam) bucket cooler??
- Replies: 23
- Views: 7136
Re: Did you build a (Figjam) bucket cooler??
I built one for Burning Man 2013 it felt so sinfully good that I had to build a second one so I could have two at Burning Man 2014! 

- Sun Jul 10, 2016 12:06 pm
- Forum: Power & Electronics
- Topic: Adjustable mount for solar panels?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2845
Re: Adjustable mount for solar panels?
I mad a stand for my solar panel out of some old satellite mount parts that were laying around. The best thing was after taking out a few bolts it all stored flat. Here are a few pictures, it worked great during the burn! I ran eight 18" lag bolts through the frame and into the playa. It never even ...
- Sun Feb 14, 2016 7:17 pm
- Forum: Keeping Cool
- Topic: Improvements & Upgrades to the FIGJAM bucket evap. cooler
- Replies: 91
- Views: 24944
Re: Improvements & Upgrades to the FIGJAM bucket evap. coole
I did a few mods to the FIGJAM bucket cooler before my last burn. I added an evap cooler float (the kind used on house evap coolers) the float valve stuck out the side of the bucket and I could attach a hose to a second bucket that would sit on a stand to be higher, so the force of gravity would sen...
- Tue May 05, 2015 12:58 pm
- Forum: Keeping Cool
- Topic: cooling your tent or van
- Replies: 4322
- Views: 1225777
Re: cooling your tent or van
Another plus of a bucket cooler is the dust filter effect. I ran two bucket coolers and lived almost dust free in my 14' dome the entire burn! Try that with an AC unit, plus playa dust inside of an AC sounds like a shortened life $$$.
- Fri Jul 04, 2014 8:50 pm
- Forum: Q & A Tips and Tricks
- Topic: One item for BMan 2014 a day
- Replies: 1604
- Views: 112666
Re: One item for BMan 2014 a day
Just finished my first FIGJAM bucket cooler! That should make catching a nap during the day possible. I started on the second one and will finish that one tomorrow. Yes, I know TWO? I have a 14 ft dome and want to make sure I can keep it cool enough (I want to be able to entertain at high noon). My ...
- Mon Sep 16, 2013 7:31 pm
- Forum: Q & A Tips and Tricks
- Topic: One Item for BMan 2013 a Day
- Replies: 2373
- Views: 185298
Re: One Item for BM a Day
Yahoo! Just finished washing off and patching up the last tarp I used as ground cover!
Now onto upgrades for my Dome (better cover and lighting). I did rebuild a bucket cooler a few days ago, works great now.

- Sun Jul 21, 2013 9:41 pm
- Forum: Leave No Trace
- Topic: Playa Tested Greywater Evaporator
- Replies: 279
- Views: 184606
Re: Playa Tested Greywater Evaporator
You could try cheese cloth or burlap, that will retain the water better and maybe even wick some water up from the pool when the pump is off. On the other hand it could also act as a sail in the winds. 

- Wed Aug 29, 2012 11:04 am
- Forum: Building Camps & Villages
- Topic: Radiant Barrier Foil to Tarp Adhesion!
- Replies: 33
- Views: 10874
Re: Radiant Barrier Foil to Tarp Adhesion!
I'm testing gluing space blanket material to a tarp right now (not going to burning man this year :cry: ). I'm putting the space blanket on the outside of the tarp to reflect the heat, then I'll use an inner wall to help funnel the heat that does get through out the top of the dome. I've had some go...
- Mon Jul 30, 2012 8:32 pm
- Forum: Q & A Tips and Tricks
- Topic: Tips for Shy People at Burning Man
- Replies: 533
- Views: 241457
Re: Tips for Shy People at Burning Man
Welcome Ljarmin! Pull up a chair and sit in the dust! I too am not going to Burning Man until 2013 as well 

- Sat Jul 28, 2012 2:10 pm
- Forum: Clothing & Playawear
- Topic: Goggles and Dust Mask
- Replies: 42
- Views: 12501
Re: Goggles and Dust Mask
How about the first defense nasal filters? Haven't tried then yet, but I've heard people rave about them.
- Tue Jul 24, 2012 6:06 pm
- Forum: Clothing & Playawear
- Topic: Start with what you have. It's easier and cheaper.
- Replies: 730
- Views: 139329
Re: Start with what you have. It's easier and cheaper.
So many ideas so little time, oh wait I'm not going this year, so I guess I have some time after all. 

- Tue Jul 24, 2012 6:01 pm
- Forum: Open Discussion
- Topic: Pickles are the new bacon
- Replies: 150
- Views: 24376
Re: Pickles are the new bacon
No thanks! I'll stick with bacon like God intend! 

- Tue Jul 24, 2012 5:56 pm
- Forum: Building Camps & Villages
- Topic: Building Domes? (EMT, Geodesic, 3V)
- Replies: 28
- Views: 7124
Re: Building Domes? (EMT, Geodesic, 3V)
OK I'm going to try and post a picture here (fingers crossed) http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r615/Az_James/DSC00005.jpg After I flattened one end I put it in the jig (which was the same height as the curb) http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r615/Az_James/DSC00004.jpg Now I can flatten the othe...
- Sat Jul 21, 2012 8:16 pm
- Forum: Power & Electronics
- Topic: A Beginner's Guide to El-Wire
- Replies: 37
- Views: 32782
Re: A Beginner's Guide to El-Wire
I would think goop would work better as it would still be kind of flexible when dry. Just make sure it will not interfere with your brakes.
- Sat Jul 21, 2012 12:30 am
- Forum: Q & A Tips and Tricks
- Topic: One Item for BM a Day (2010-2012)
- Replies: 7096
- Views: 585607
Re: One Item for BM a Day
Today I cut ten more lengths of conduit for my dome home on the playa. I flattened the ends and will be drilling the holes in a few days. Then I'll put it together and start on the cover.
- Sun Jul 15, 2012 7:58 am
- Forum: Q & A Tips and Tricks
- Topic: One Item for BM a Day (2010-2012)
- Replies: 7096
- Views: 585607
Re: One Item for BM a Day
Just got back from a bergin orientation party, and got my first 2012 swag!!! 8) http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL706/13015278/23861611/403390035.jpg GREAT patch! The orientation party was outstanding! It answered so many questions and it was great for the old timers to help out the newbies! Thanks...
- Sun Jul 15, 2012 7:53 am
- Forum: Bikes & Transportation
- Topic: Question about bike locks
- Replies: 51
- Views: 9984
Re: Question about bike locks
Just take the seat off when not in use & replace it with a pin cushion. Seriously thiugh, I just picked up a cable combo lock with a built in light. I hadn't thought of that. Now the question is will the dust destroy the lock? Will WD40 be enough to keep it working? Where did you get the cable comb...
- Sat Jul 14, 2012 12:14 am
- Forum: Building Camps & Villages
- Topic: Building Domes? (EMT, Geodesic, 3V)
- Replies: 28
- Views: 7124
Re: Building Domes? (EMT, Geodesic, 3V)
People talk about problems flattening the ends and buy or use some kind of press. I made a jig to help me mark the same distance from the cut ends then I went out to the curb and pounded the ends flat. I'll post a picture if a second jig I designed to make sure the flats were on the same level.
- Sat Jul 14, 2012 12:04 am
- Forum: Q & A Tips and Tricks
- Topic: One Item for BM a Day (2010-2012)
- Replies: 7096
- Views: 585607
Re: One Item for BM a Day
From newbie to another Welcome!SoulBurn2012 wrote:Made my first post on ePLaya!
(also, bought a bunch of EL wire and a bike)
- Thu Jul 12, 2012 9:40 pm
- Forum: Q & A Tips and Tricks
- Topic: Playa Climate Prediction Center
- Replies: 626
- Views: 65046
Re: Playa Climate Prediction Center
If the weather REALLY sucks this year it may scare off some sparkle ponies next year = more tickets for burners. Just a thought.... 

- Thu Jun 28, 2012 2:16 pm
- Forum: Q & A Tips and Tricks
- Topic: One Item for BM a Day (2010-2012)
- Replies: 7096
- Views: 585607
Re: One Item for BM a Day
I'm a new Burner and couldn't get a ticket this year
. But I plan to do it up right next year. I've already started my prep so, by this time next year I'll be sitting back relaxing while everyone else does the panic prep. 

