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  1. MrStop

    Automatic swing door??

    My intent is to do one with an electric linear actuater and Rasberry Pi computer.
  2. MrStop

    MrStop's Coop Build

    I did change the drawing! Thanks. I like to think through and virtually document the assembly of more complicated pieces ahead of time. While it's a little bit more work, it helps me iron out the kinks and let's me build a bit quicker when I head down to the shop. As for the cushioning...
  3. MrStop

    MrStop's Coop Build

    Thanks for clarifying (and putting my mind to ease about the width). I don't have the file available right now, but I think the height on mine should slope from about 18-19" to around 12" in the rear.
  4. MrStop

    MrStop's Coop Build

    Good point on on the egg dropping straight into the trough and I didn't consider that. If I do find that happening and the eggs are breaking, I think I can modify the current design by adding another "ramp" above to block a straight shot down the slot. Do think my width (12") is too small...
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    MrStop's Coop Build

    Thanks for the input. I can't go quite as deep due to the foundation. But I quickly updated the plans (did I say I love Sketchup?) to add a few more inches in depth. I based my design on the Spudd Dudd rollout box. It was indicated that it was working with a total depth of 12" and similar...
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    MrStop's Coop Build

    I'm now onto the egg boxes and finished that portion of the plan drawings. At the request of @aart I'm including a shot of the drawings and dimensions. The nest boxes are roughly 12" wide by 12" deep. Build shots to come later.
  7. MrStop

    MrStop's Coop Build

    Started construction on the coop... Built the base: Framed the walls using pocket screws and 2x3's on edge to give a bit more floor room: And then installed sheathing: I then installed a temporary door and blocked the opens so the chickens can stay in there own house.
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    MrStop's Coop Build

    Slowly making progress. The foundation was staked out: Dug the footings and filled with compacted gravel: Placed 4" solid concrete blocks on top of leveling sand: Installed 2' of 1/4" hardware cloth around perimeter for predator protection: The hens approve so far:
  9. MrStop

    MrStop's Coop Build

    Slowly making progress... The build is starting this weekend. The foundation is 4"x8"x16" solid concrete blocks set into 1" of sand and 5" of compacted DGA (dense graded aggregate). Below is the foundation plan I drew in Sketchup and exported into layout. It should give you a rough idea of...
  10. MrStop

    MrStop's Coop Build

    I'm making some progress on the design. I started work on the run, roof, and foundation. Still have a bit more design work and tweaks to pull it all together. However, I wanted to get the footprint down so I can start laying down a foundation. Anyway, you can start to see conceptually what...
  11. MrStop

    MrStop's Coop Build

    I thought about ripping down 2x4's, but it seemed like a bit more work and I was able to compromise with the 2x3. I haven't used acad too much so I don't have a good reference. However, my understanding is that you have to think a bit differently in your approach within Sketchup as you are...
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    MrStop's Coop Build

    Yes, I have the insulation "covered" - between the sheathing and the siding - so the hens shouldn't be able to get to it. The framing is mostly 2x3's with some 2x4's used as headers. I will be joining the frame with pocket screws and have rotated the framing to save a bit of floor space. I...
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    MrStop's Coop Build

    My first "innovation" is a compact rollout nest box. I posted in the Show us your nest boxes! Ingenous design post it here! thread, which led to me starting my own thread. Anyway, I was looking for something a little more compact than the standard rollout nest box to save on the coop...
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    MrStop's Coop Build

    So here is my design that is in progress. The coop is 4' wide x 5' deep x 5' high. It definitely is not design to optimize building materials, but the dimensions make sense for my need. Below are a couple of renderings of the interior. There is a cleanout door in the front. A window is on...
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    MrStop's Coop Build

    At the prompting of @aart and @PapaChaz I'm going to start my own build thread... I'll start with a little background. I broke down a couple of months ago to the pleading of my kids to get some chickens.some chickens. One of my daughter's friends just so happened to pickup ten new chicks...
  16. MrStop

    Show us your nest boxes! Ingenous design post it here!

    Thanks for the extra push. I'm the same way. Gotta love the built in board stretcher!!!
  17. MrStop

    Show us your nest boxes! Ingenous design post it here!

    I drew i I'm drawing the coop in SketchUp. I'll try and post progress on my coop as I'm working in some other "innovations" in a small footprint coop.
  18. MrStop

    Is there a downside to roll out style nesting boxes?

    I have designed what I think may be the solution to a shorter depth roll-out style egg box. I posted my design here: https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/41108/show-us-your-nest-boxes-ingenous-design-post-it-here/470#post_15488545
  19. MrStop

    Show us your nest boxes! Ingenous design post it here!

    Here's a compact roll-away nest box I designed. I was looking for something a little more compact than the standard rollout nest box. So I took some inspiration from @Spudd dud and his front rollout design. I flipped it around and modified it so that I could access the eggs from outside the...
  20. MrStop

    Building my automatic coop door opener. Wifi, Open source, ~$60

    Thanks for the prompt response. As to the lighting, I was actually referring to coop lighting to extend egg laying into the dark months.
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