Kevin's 3/4 NST build

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All,

I neglected to mention that my videos of the flasher unit utilize a real glass Fresnel lens, which further focuses the light from the side-emitting Luxeon LED's.   The LED's are very bright, and will cause damage to your eyes if you stare directly at them at close range.  However, they will not appear as bright from a distance without the use of a real Fresnel lens.  When I say real, I mean lenses that actually have focusing properties, not the cheap plastic ones that you buy at your local DIY store. 

Just wanted to clarify this point to avoid disappointment from anyone who decides to build one of these units. 

Kevin

[mordrogyn]

Hmm, not seen that before till i saw your link to it in another thread.  Very interesting, might try that though honestly I don't have a clue lol.
I do however have a real fresnel so that could work well for me while keeping the power down.

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Since I never really took pictures during the construction of this TARIDS, I though I would take the time now to document the way it's assembled. 

Base construction:

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Base - Side View:

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Corner post construction:

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Corner posts attached to base:

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Front/Back sign box construction and mounting:

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Mouting the front/back sign boxes:

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Front/Back sign boxes secured:

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Left/Right sign box mounting:

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Wall construction:

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Window latches to secure walls to doors:

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Loose pin hinges to mount doors and allow for easy installation/removal:

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Night latch mounting:

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Reversable Windows!