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#1
Referral Links / Re: Wall Plugin for SketchUp
Last post by Medeek - Today at 03:38:19 AM
Version 3.3.8 - 12.02.2023
- Updated the face selection algorithm of the draw wall perimeter tool.

This addresses the issue of selecting faces that are embedded or nested within groups.  You can now select faces that are in the root of the model or nested within other groups.
#2
Referral Links / Re: Foundation Plugin for Sket...
Last post by Medeek - Yesterday at 01:27:50 AM
Version 1.9.2 - 11.30.2023
- Enabled Openings for stemwall steps: Windows and Doors.
- Enabled Blockouts for stemwall steps.



This update per customer request.  Now openings and blockouts can be used in either polyline stemwalls or stemwall steps.
#3
Owner-Builder Projects / Re: OKLAHOMA 20X30 SINGLE STOR...
Last post by OlJarhead - November 29, 2023, 09:34:47 AM
Good luck!  I hope it all works out for the best!
#4
Owner-Builder Projects / Re: OKLAHOMA 20X30 SINGLE STOR...
Last post by MountainDon - November 28, 2023, 08:31:16 PM
Best of luck! 
#5
Owner-Builder Projects / Re: OKLAHOMA 20X30 SINGLE STOR...
Last post by astidham - November 28, 2023, 07:14:56 PM
Good to hear from yall,
I bought 1 acre of land, and after the pin and stake it was actually 2.6 acres.
It has all utilities at the property except sewer. The people I bought it from own the property next door which has an 8" private sewer line that connects to the city sewer. Before purchasing the seller agreed to let me tap into that sewer line. A month later they sold it, and the new owners said the agreement was with the previous owners not him. I do have it in the contract, so I believe I will be fine, less the neighbors not being very happy. I definitely don't want a bad relationship with neighbors.
The guy owns a very, very successful plumbing business. He has some serious equipment, probably in the millions of dollars in value. 
We are currently trying to work through some family issues is the starting over Part.
2 different residents is the current plan unfortunately.   :-[
#6
Off Topic - Ideas, humor, inspiration / Split Tree Felling
Last post by Adam Roby - November 28, 2023, 02:24:57 PM
I have a tree that broke and is hanging over a walking trail.
I'll need to take care of it but am a little weary about how to tackle it.
The picture may be misleading; the diameter of the tree is about 18", and it is hung up on another tree.

My idea is to winch it sideways to another tree, hopefully making it fall.
I welcome any suggestions.




#7
Referral Links / Re: Wall Plugin for SketchUp
Last post by Medeek - November 27, 2023, 05:48:50 PM
Version 3.3.7b - 11.27.203
- Fixed a critical bug introduced with Version 3.3.6.

!!!! CRITICAL BUG FIX !!!!
This is a critical bug fix for all users, please download the latest version of the plugin (3.3.7b).
#8
Owner-Builder Projects / Re: 12x12 Tiny Cabin Build - 2...
Last post by OlJarhead - November 26, 2023, 12:51:23 PM
Cool!  I just installed a solar streetlamp and am getting two more!  Having lights all around a cabin is awesome!
#9
Owner-Builder Projects / Re: 12x12 Tiny Cabin Build - 2...
Last post by Adam Roby - November 25, 2023, 08:45:57 PM
I've been playing around a bit with my 3d printer.  It looks better in person, but I wanted to have a light on all 4 sides of the cabin.  I have 9W 12-VDC LED E27 bulbs which will go in back and 2 sides, with an 18W in front which is really bright.  Having 4 switches inside may be confusing, so I made this light switch plate / controller to do the job.  It will be mounted on the right-side wall as you walk into the cabin.



Essentially, it is the cabin.  The switch on the right is for the front, top is right, left if back, bottom is left.  I wired up some LEDs to show when a light is lit, which should help me from leaving them on accidentally as well.  Once I know the siding color and metal roofing color to compliment, I may even paint this to match. 

These are the kind of strange projects that I will be keeping busy with during the winter while planning for next spring.  If we do get a "warm" day during the Christmas holidays, I may go up and do a bit of wiring or insulation... whatever I am most eager to start. 
#10
Owner-Builder Projects / Re: 12x12 Tiny Cabin Build - 2...
Last post by Adam Roby - November 25, 2023, 01:17:02 PM
Quote from: OlJarhead on October 24, 2023, 12:51:14 PMIs it an attic or a loft?

There are ways now to just insulate the roof well and have no venting...I think it was MD that showed me some stuff on that years ago.  I for one, won't do a vented roof in the woods again.  It's just a bug and rodent entrance.

For me, I'll go with two layers of R10Foam and vapor barrier and move on.  Other locals have done that for years without issue on vaulted cabin ceilings.

Thanks for the feedback. I thought I had replied to this but seems I did not. I am sitting here watching your YouTube channel with my daughter, just by coincidence.

I am still not sure if I will make a small loft or just an attic. I need to get up the ladder and see how much space I'd have once insulated and vented (or not).  I definitely want some storage up there, or at least a hiding spot for an air gun or more expensive tools.  At this point I am working out my 12 VDC requirements as well as how I will connect my generator for any 120v requirements (building or topping up batteries).  Once that's worked out I will insulate and then have to decide on the attic area.