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many thanks to everyone who came to the show on Friday night!! For those who couldn't make it, it was a great success. I have been told there were at least 70 people through, which, considering Estelle is a bit out of the way of the main drag of galleries and I didn't get postcards out until, well... the day before... is quite impressive! Lots of friends, lots of strangers, lovely people all round. Special guest Irina, in from Toronto, on a whim came down and surprised me. We've been friends via flickr for years, but never met and after a harrowing week, decided to just do something fun and spontaneous. We had an absolute blast and a completely unforgettable time. It was an absolute joy to meet and spend time with her. Much, much love. Thank you Irina!!
Rather uncommon marker drawing by JWG of his Summerdale home. He didn't draw or paint much of this house location where he lived and stored dead kids.
After digging through a stack of vinyl in a virtual crawlspace of a store, I came across a fantastic record label with a ninja on it. Then I saw "Purpleman" listed as one of the artists, and I raised my eye brow up, as I didn't even realize Purpleman had any 7"s released. I quickly grabbed it and added it to my small pile of digital reggae pieces that I had found.
Upon coming home, I put the slab on the deck, and as soon as the song started, I just knew it was going to be one tough song. Purpleman & Scaramouche absolutely wreak havoc on the "Full Up" with some fierce lyrics directed at Yellowman.
"Listen mi style, and listen mi fashion, cause Purpleman him is a God blessed man, and I get my gift from the almighty one."
"Right a right, and wrong a wrong, the Purpleman short and the Yellowman long. Now Purpleman have two jaw bone and Yellowman have one"
As far as I know, this might be the last record that Purpleman appeared on, and may be the only digital song I've heard him on. Which is really a shame, as he really sounded like he was in top form on this tune. The song was from 89' if Purpleman's vocals are correct.
I really have to rate this song rather high. As soon as I saw that wonderful label art, I knew I found a gem!
The fireplace is finished except for the mantle (just a board in place right now) and the tucking (more fun with mortar). The lintel is a length of board we found in the crawlspace. The bricks all came from the old chimney in the house. It seems that not a single one of those bricks was the same size!
Termite mounds or "hills" on the crawlspace floor. The floor is covered in gravel, so the mounds of mud cam from below.
Abandoned schoolhouse shoot. Forgotten ladies restroom with book pages scattered around the room and toilet paper still on the holder. My friend and I ran once we realized there was someone living in the crawlspace.
Another toy I had when I was a kid. I managed to recover and sort my toy car collection from the crawlspace and they've kept well after not seeing the light of day since 2001.
I'm planning on selling them all but am having difficulty determining their value.
This is the opening about in the middle of the back of the house that they have to crawl into to get into the crawlspace
USAF Serial: 51-13730
From Wikipedia:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Convair_B-36_Peacemaker
The Convair B-36 "Peacemaker"[N 1] is a strategic bomber built by Convair and operated by the United States Air Force (USAF) from 1949 to 1959. The B-36 is the largest mass-produced piston-engined aircraft ever built. It had the longest wingspan of any combat aircraft ever built, at 230 ft (70.1 m). The B-36 was the first bomber capable of delivering any of the nuclear weapons in the U.S. arsenal from inside its four bomb bays without aircraft modifications. With a range of 10,000 mi (16,000 km) and a maximum payload of 87,200 lb (39,600 kg), the B-36 was capable of intercontinental flight without refuelling.
Entering service in 1948, the B-36 was the primary nuclear weapons delivery vehicle of Strategic Air Command (SAC) until it was replaced by the jet-powered Boeing B-52 Stratofortress beginning in 1955. All but four aircraft have been scrapped.
The genesis of the B-36 can be traced to early 1941, prior to the entry of the United States into World War II. At the time, the threat existed that Britain might fall to the German "Blitz", making a strategic bombing effort by the United States Army Air Corps (USAAC) against Germany impossible with the aircraft of the time.
The United States would need a new class of bomber that would reach Europe and return to bases in North America, necessitating a combat range of at least 5,700 miles (9,200 km), the length of a Gander, Newfoundland–Berlin round trip. The USAAC therefore sought a bomber of truly intercontinental range, similar to the German Reichsluftfahrtministerium's (RLM) ultralong-range Amerikabomber program, the subject of a 33-page proposal submitted to Reichsmarschall Hermann Goering on 12 May 1942.
The USAAC sent out the initial request on 11 April 1941, asking for a 450 mph (720 km/h) top speed, a 275 mph (443 km/h) cruising speed, a service ceiling of 45,000 ft (14,000 m), beyond the range of ground-based anti-aircraft fire, and a maximum range of 12,000 miles (19,000 km) at 25,000 ft (7,600 m). These requirements proved too demanding for any short-term design—far exceeding the technology of the day— so on 19 August 1941, they were reduced to a maximum range of 10,000 mi (16,000 km), an effective combat radius of 4,000 mi (6,400 km) with a 10,000 lb (4,500 kg) bombload, a cruising speed between 240 and 300 mph (390 and 480 km/h), and a service ceiling of 40,000 ft (12,000 m); above the maximum effective altitude of Nazi Germany's anti-aircraft guns, save for the rarely deployed 12.8 cm FlaK 40 heavy flak cannon.
The B-36 took shape as an aircraft of immense proportions. It was two-thirds longer than the previous "superbomber", the B-29. The wingspan and tail height of the B-36 exceeded those of the 1960s Soviet Union's Antonov An-22 Antheus military transport, the largest ever propeller-driven aircraft put into production. Only with the advent of the Boeing 747 and the Lockheed C-5 Galaxy, both designed two decades later, did American aircraft capable of lifting a heavier payload become commonplace.
The wings of the B-36 were large even when compared with present-day aircraft, exceeding, for example, those of the C-5 Galaxy, and enabled the B-36 to carry enough fuel to fly the intended long missions without refueling. The maximum thickness of the wing, measured perpendicular to the chord, was 7.5 feet (2.3 m), containing a crawlspace that allowed access to the engines. The wing area permitted cruising altitudes well above the operating ceiling of any 1940s-era operational piston and jet-turbine fighters. Most versions of the B-36 could cruise at over 40,000 feet (12,000 m). B-36 mission logs commonly recorded mock attacks against U.S. cities while flying at 49,000 feet (15,000 m).[citation needed] In 1954, the turrets and other nonessential equipment were removed (not entirely unlike the earlier Silverplate program for the atomic bomb-carrying "specialist" B-29s) that resulted in a "featherweight" configuration believed to have resulted in a top speed of 423 miles per hour (681 km/h), and cruise at 50,000 feet (15,000 m) and dash at over 55,000 feet (17,000 m), perhaps even higher.
The B-36, including its GRB-36, RB-36, and XC-99 variants, was in USAF service as part of the SAC from 1948 to 1959. The RB-36 variants of the B-36 were used for reconnaissance during the Cold War with the Soviet Union and the B-36 bomber variants conducted training and test operations and stood ground and airborne alert, but the latter variants were never used offensively as bombers against hostile forces; it never fired a shot in combat.
Photo by Eric Friedebach
For garden gnomes, at least.
Thanks to the code requirements for the depth of the foundation's footing, there's plenty of headroom in the crawlspace. Its all nicely lit right now since the floor isn't installed, but that will change "soon".
It's a bit early isn't it? Shouldn't you be hibernating still? Oh wait, you'll just slither back from whence you came.....under the house......IN THE CRAWLSPACE:(
Rainwater collection pipes were installed into the crawlspace from the downspouts.
For more information about our systems and services, visit www.watercache.com.
At 0223 on Friday, May 21, 2021, the Sacramento Regional Fire & EMS Communications Center (SRFECC) dispatched Sacramento Metropolitan and City Fire units to a reported commercial structure fire at 6530 Florin Road, Skip’s Fish & Chicken, in Fire Station 53’s response area. Engine 53 arrived on scene first and reported smoke showing from the “D” side (right-hand side of facing the front door) of the structure. They initiated an aggressive interior fire attack and located fire in the attic space of the structure. Due to difficulty accessing the crawlspace in the attic, firefighters were unable to immediately put water on the seat of the fire, and eventually interior conditions deteriorated to the point that it was unsafe to continue in an offensive strategy. Crews were removed from the building and a defensive operation was declared. A second alarm was called to the scene, bringing additional engines, ladder trucks, command and support units to the scene. Crews cut holes in the siding of the attic, and were eventually able to apply water to the seat of the fire using hand lines. The fire was brought under control and crews are currently in overhaul mode. One lane of Westbound Florin Road is closed between Stockton Boulevard and Lindale Drive. There is no estimated time of reopening. Crews limited fire damage to the original building, preserving another commercial occupancy directly adjacent. No injuries have been reported as a result of the incident.
Me getting ready to inpect removal of asbestos contaminated dirt in a crawlsapce of a school. Once they clean this up electircians, plumbers and other construction trades will be able to enter the Area and not get contaminated.
Abandoned schoolhouse shoot. Forgotten ladies restroom with book pages scattered around the room and toilet paper still on the holder. My friend and I ran once we realized there was someone living in the crawlspace.
Rainwater collection pipes were installed into the crawlspace from the downspouts.
For more information about our systems and services, visit www.watercache.com.
SysLite High-Intensity LED Work Lamp - 498568
See what you have been missing thanks to 170-Degree of even light dispersion that goes where you do. Whether your work takes you under a cabinet or crawlspace, or to an attic or the outdoors, the SysLite's robust build and shock-resistant body is easy to carry and designed to perform when you need it most. Six high-efficiency, LED bulbs will provide even, consistent light for up to four hours on a single charge, longer when paired with a Festool battery, and without interruption when plugged directly to a power source. Compact and Rugged-Built to handle the toughest you can throw at it, the SysLite features a rugged case and nearly indestructible LED lights, so you won't ever have to worry about breaking or replacing bulbs. Unbelievably Bright-The SysLite delivers an even, balanced light source, casting a brilliant and consistent white light, so you can examine the smallest details in close quarters, or take a few steps back to look at the big picture. Multiple Power Options-The SysLite features a long-lasting internal battery as its main power source, but can be easily charged or run with the included wall and car chargers, or used with a compatible Festool battery as an auxiliary power source to the internal battery.
April 10, 2016. A glimpse into the space above the vaulted ceiling of Old Derby Academy's third floor. Note the numbering on the original beams--presumably an aid to those who originally erected the building.
Abandoned schoolhouse shoot. Forgotten ladies restroom with book pages scattered around the room and toilet paper still on the holder. My friend and I ran once we realized there was someone living in the crawlspace.
Not the most flattering description of Dave for which I hope he'll forgive me!
Sadly the boiler is misbehaving again which means it needs draining down for investigation.
I may have explained before that draining it - for now at least - means entering this crawl space at the very top of the house and manually obstructing a float valve.
The space is small and I am not. Being considerably more svelte than I, I asked Dave if he could help me out when he visited with Carol and Robert today.
Blessedly he obliged me, and the boiler is now empty of water. Tomorrow I collect the parts to, if nothing else, fit an isolation valve to prevent further such gymnastics in the future!
Blogged. This is one of the first photos I ever made, for a grade school project on Neanderthal Man.
Went into the crawlspace earlier and found some of my old toy cars from childhood. This was my favorite from my collection, a late 70's Ford Bronco (unknown co.). Had its share of offroading in the muddy backyard. The lightbar's a replacement for the original, and the plastic window's been long gone.
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Abandoned schoolhouse shoot. Piano with wooden keys. My friend and I ran once we realized there was someone living in the crawlspace.
While back-packing around New Zealand, Christ's College was my place of employment for several months--no I wasn't on the faculty staff--I washed dishes. The kitchen is located at the corner-window and the building on the left is the dining hall. The inside of the hall had row upon row of long tables and at the appointed times the hall would fill to capacity with uniformed kids to have their meals. Hanging on the walls were oil paintings depicting all the famous people who had passed through this college as students, including numerous prime ministers. In a crawlspace under the kitchen floor there was graffiti etched in the brick from the late 1800s! Miss Bishop was in charge of kitchen staff.
Went into the crawlspace earlier and found some of my old toy cars from childhood. This was my favorite from my collection, a late 70's Ford Bronco (unknown co.). Had its share of offroading in the muddy backyard. The lightbar's a replacement for the original, and the plastic window's been long gone.
This is another view of the same worker, replacing the old plastic vents on our roof with new metals ones. In all, 12 vents were replaced.
Regular followers will remember that in April we got five inches of rain in one night, and some of that found its way inside our house. Here's the rest of the story:
* I went into the attic (crawlspace, really) and determined that all the leaks were from roof vents.
* Insurance adjuster visited a few days later. He found damage to some shingles, our fence, and the interior (drywall and paint, mostly). But when it came to the roof vents, which I told him were leaking, he said they were not damaged, but simply "not installed correctly", which is weird, because they've been fine for more than six years, and all of a sudden some of them leaked dramatically. But it meant the insurance wouldn't pay for them.
* We got a check from the insurance company for the interior damage, lifted shingles, and fence -- none of which were as important to me as the leaky vents.
* Called a roofing company and set an appointment for an estimate. They called to postpone, saying there were vehicle problems. Then they never showed up or called again.
* Called a second roofing company, which showed up to do an estimate last week. They found damage to half of our 12 roof vents, all of which were plastic and flimsy. The damage was cracks along the upper edge, most likely caused by (1) weak materials and (2) constant exposure to the sun. We agreed to replace all 12 vents with metal ones.
* On Wednesday, May 31, they returned and replaced all 12 vents in the afternoon.
...Like a little bitch. Honestly though, getting the subfloor ready to hardwood. Additionally we spent untold hours in the dank crawlspace leveling all the floors, putting in supports, and then i screwed down the entire floor in the attempt to minimize squeaks. Soon it will all pay off?
Preparation for the pouring of concrete slabs is finished. This raised area is the entry and home office.The stone area in the foreground is the adjacent crawlspace under the living room. Photo by the Owner.
For more information on the House Plan for this design see our catalog page for this house.
Preparation for the pouring of concrete slabs is finished. This area is the transition between the garage and the crawlspace. The area in the background is the low headroom utility space under the kitchen and dining room. Photo by the Owner.
For more information on the House Plan for this design see our catalog page for this house.
With the construction ending FINALLY, and Carolyn finishing up the painting, she realized the crawlspace was a mess and so she decided to get our spare cables organized. The clear plastic comfortor bgas, with zippers, are the absolute best thing to store large collections of cables in. Medium collections store best in large ziplock bags. Cable types are sorted into labeled bags. It was crazy, but it was worth it because it was much easier to find everything after it was all organized. And it was surprising how many cables we'd pulled from the crawlspace within the next 6 months -- a few of these bags hung out upstairs near the end of 2007, due to the ever-changing setup with our new upstairs hangout area.
Carolyn.
cleaning, leaning, reaching, smiling, sorting.
Crocs, cables, plastic bag, wires.
Clint and Carolyn's house, Alexandria, Virginia.
August 22, 2007.
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Brrr!!! It is the coldest since the forties. One degree F above the record low of 22deg F on this date. I have the hose spigot slightly open so the hose was dripping through much of the night. The dripping water formed an icicle stalagmite. It formed before the water froze in the hose and stopped dripping. The real goal is to keep the faucet from bursting. It is slightly open so it is less likely to crack. We are in the Sonoran Desert.
The air is dry and clear, so we get lots of radiative cooling as the ground radiates directly to the 3 deg Kelvin Temperature of space! That's three degrees above absolute zero!!!
And since it never gets cold in Tucson, LOL, the building codes for insulating pipes and using drainable spigots are grossly inadequate... Two years ago I decided to order drainable faucets from the Northeast. However, I realized that I have no crawlspace to get at the pipes to put shutoffs inside a warm area, so the idea of draining pipes to the hose spigots was not feasible without major work. If I were 40 years younger, I would slowly excavate a basement under the house. But my knees would not survive a single day of digging.
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