02-17-2010, 11:44 AM
Quick update. Since I finished spiking down that spur, I've taken a step back to assess the progress made to do date. When I think about how much I've done and what I have left to do, it gets a tad overwhelming. But, one must soldier on!
I've started working on the Howe Truss Bridge. I'd like to start work on the wharf, but the simple plywood framing pieces will require the use of my table saw, which I cannot use until the weather warms up a little bit which may be a few months. I can already tell how much of a beast this thing is going to be to build. It's taken me more time to measure, plan, and figure out how I'm going to build this thing more then anything. I've started assembly on one of the segments using a simple jig I've built. It's slow going to say the least. Hopefully, I can take some progress pictures and post up something tonight. I figure once I tackle one of these beasts, the other two will be cake...right? :?
I've started working on the Howe Truss Bridge. I'd like to start work on the wharf, but the simple plywood framing pieces will require the use of my table saw, which I cannot use until the weather warms up a little bit which may be a few months. I can already tell how much of a beast this thing is going to be to build. It's taken me more time to measure, plan, and figure out how I'm going to build this thing more then anything. I've started assembly on one of the segments using a simple jig I've built. It's slow going to say the least. Hopefully, I can take some progress pictures and post up something tonight. I figure once I tackle one of these beasts, the other two will be cake...right? :?