They’re all 8 foot design ,one is wooden 2x2’s so I’ll mess around with that one until I can get some 10 foot 2x4’s
I had to model one outta some shiskabob sticks
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They’re all 8 foot design ,one is wooden 2x2’s so I’ll mess around with that one until I can get some 10 foot 2x4’s
I had to model one outta some shiskabob sticks
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Last edited by West michigan; 04-26-2020 at 21:19.
Any updates on this ?
Can I use my 8 foot wooden tensahedron I made
Curios as to where my crossing points would be on 8 foot
I haven’t forgotten. I went ham on the varnishing after sanding and filling nail/bug holes with putty. Each coat takes forever to dry, and now i have lots of globby drips. Meanwhile Tensa orders have been strong so this project keeps getting shunted to the next non-rainy day.
Unfortunately i think 8’ is just too short for this design unless you’re happy with a really short hammock close to the ground.
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12’ hammock. Stable and sturdy enough for kids to climb on.
Epoxy glaze on, gloppy. Have yet to varnish for UV protection, but no splinters for now.
Added extra holes to accommodate asymmetric setup, head end lower than foot. Unfortunately I assembled with inboard members on the head end, so prone to touch with head at reasonable sit height. Will reassemble the right way later.
Real simple. Only hardware is hinges.
Note Z-shaped base lines. The hinges could pinch people if the lines failed. This is poly webbing. May go to steel for long-term UV safety.
Seems like “Manger Stand” may stick as a name. Danger Manger? Covidian Creche?
Just like a Tensa4 stand, this design can adjust to accommodate gathered-end hammocks with hang points high and close, or a bridge/spreader hammock with hang points lower and further apart.
Last edited by Latherdome; 05-09-2020 at 21:48.
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Very well done. I really like the looks of this one particularly tucked into the foliage.
Very nice! I use a turtle dog stand but I love the simplicity of this setup
Latherdome, I was just wondering, would it be worth it to reinforce the "X bolt" areas and the hammock attachment points at the tops with plywood running cross-grain so my 2x4's do not split? I was thinking of using 1/2" plywood, though I bet 1/4" would still make a difference. Also, I see you drilled extra holes so the stand can tilt. Could you share what those measurements are and how much it tilts the stand? I am starting to use 12' hammocks more and more and I like the foot end at least 1 foot higher. I do not suppose there is that much adjustment in the suspension with a 12' hammock.
Thank you for building this! I am going to build 2 for my wife and myself, and I would like to try to get it close to built right the first time (for a change!).
I don't have enough woodworking experience to feel confident, but I haven't been even faintly worried that the holes need reinforcement. This is dense heavy old growth wood. Maybe some of the young-cut stuff at big box hardware stores is weak enough to worry?
I drilled the 3 holes 2" apart with the middle at 37.5". Maxing out the tilt I reckon (eyeball) I have only about 8" height differential at apexes. Suggest going 2.5-3" apart for more.
Correct: 12' is max GE hammock length as I've built it, no suspension to speak of. You could get more span with the holes drilled closer to end, at expense of a narrower base. Does not feel even close to tippy as is, so maybe room to explore this.
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