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removing handles Most wire handles can be removed simply by bending the ends out of the welded backet. You can then put them back in later, if you wish. The handles are relatively springy, and seem to spring back... |
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simpler cone closure James, Have a look around for pictures of my cone clone script, as I use a slot & tab joint that would replace the wire closures you've used; no weight, and nothing to lose. There are... |
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re: impeded water vapour > If the shell is waterproof breathable, you want to get any water vapor out to the shell. Closed cell foam would impede water vapor That was my first thought, but then I read the OP a bit c... |
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'similar triangles' Google for the geometrical concept of 'similar triangles'. Since your shaded triangle is the top of the bigger triangle, they are 'similar' (all the angles are the same), and thu... |
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re: ,7 ounce bowl/cup > It was made with scissors in my shop. I left burrs on the edges to showcase its myog history. ;-) I'm always on the lookout for 'recycled' containers for outdoor use. The Ho... |
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rolled lip? Dan, are your short cups made using a rolled lip? They look really nice. I've tried turning a lip by hand in the past, but it didn't go very well; lots of fine cracks, and very difficul... |
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re: grain alignment > Hi Kevin, I do belive the "grain direction" of the Fosters is in the radial direction. I found quite a nice powerpoint presentation by Alcan a couple of years ago, which has some ... |
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re: Best material for pot/ziplock bag cozy? Reflectix equivalent in the UK is Thermawrap, available in big rolls from B&Q. BobC at backpackinglight.co.uk used to sell smaller pieces of this. Alternatives: closed-cell foam 'campin... |
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crude vertical ridges After I first saw this thread, I went home, picked up an empty can with the cap removed, picked up a flat-bit wood drill that has a 1/4" shaft that has a nice, smooth end to it, put the can on... |
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re: stove - d'oh! > Actually, my "two burners" are actually my one stove taken apart d'oh! I've made similar setups, so should have recognised it... > My system did burn hotter (appare... |
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