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Calculation of actual 14' yurt erection time(Dec 2003):


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What We Need To Do Differently Next Time

(Learned From Our 14' Yurt Erection in Dec 2003)

  1. Have at least two 'safe-for-Cass' drills for the 14' yurt (or more for the 30', relative to number of persons helping)
  2. Do not follow the part of the instruction manual which has the rafter supports attached to the rafters first. Instead, do each complete rafter support attaching to bottom and then top keeping plumb, flush and level. (as we ended up doing on 12/26)
  3. Have a tarp or other covering, for the entire yurt, readily available in the event of rain.
  4. Figure out better draft sealing where side cover meets drip edge. (possibly better weatherstripping, and/or attaching side liner to drip edge?)
  5. The following should either be kept entirely away from Cassandra, or safe alternatives substituted:
    • the Pacific Yurts hardware box
    • stay out of garage
    • orange drill
    • use only safe plastic coverings
    • top cover lining package
    • PVC pipe(s)
    • wood ladder(have safe ladders)
    • nylon cord
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