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    heres the floors frame/support.









    next will be putting the wheels on and start cutting up some more 2x3's for side supports and back (by supports i mean frame). this plywood is very heavy so id rather be safe then sorry and go the extra mile to make sure this is properly built. Also, as an added detail, i used 2.5" wood screws on all frame parts and playwood. there are 2 connecting each 2x3 and i screwed in 1 every foot or so around the edge of the plywood. i forgot to use wood glue (was kind of excited to start build and it never crossed my mind). it will be fine, but i will be using wood glue along with screws starting now.
    Last edited by subiedude09; 04-20-2013 at 11:18 AM.
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    wheel are installed. now im able to freely move this thng around with ease. since the wheels have a square base, and its mounted on the frame, one corner of the wheel base could not be screwed in. i used scrap pieces of wood for a spacers so i had something to screw it into for some sort of extra support.





    one side wall is comlete with frame and installed













    setup support braces to keep a nice 90degree angle so it will be a semi easy install for top and back plywood boards






    had some help from my son because my friend wasnt able to come by today. he's a great help





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    Now second side wall is now complet, up, and doweled stiff and steady. now ready for a roof and back wall, then start cutting out holes/window



    i let Jazz scope out the start of her new enclosure



    Last edited by subiedude09; 04-20-2013 at 11:34 AM.
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    dont mind the mess on the desk lol. kinda just threw stuff on there to get it out of my way
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    Its coming along nice I just gave to finish the windows but since I didn't my two youngest kids tuned it into a club house

    from Samsung Galaxy S3

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    Looking good. Wish I had casters on my enclosure.
    https://picasaweb.google.com/1082044...eat=directlink Pictures of Tegu & cage construction

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    Quote Originally Posted by chitodadon View Post
    Its coming along nice I just gave to finish the windows but since I didn't my two youngest kids tuned it into a club house

    from Samsung Galaxy S3
    lol. ya these tegu enclosures are huge! my girlfriend, son, pitbull, and myself can all fit comfortably in this thing lol

    Quote Originally Posted by avel View Post
    Looking good. Wish I had casters on my enclosure.
    haha i think ive been calling them dowels lmao. i have no idea what there called but know there purpose. they look good and support the sides very well.



    UPDATE: back and top are now on!!! made supports beams and more braces for extra support. i marked up side window, drilled a 1" hole on each corner so there will be a 1/2" radius instead of a 90 degree angle for corners. Its the little details that sepperate ur build from someone else's . i have pics on my camera and will try to upload some tonight!
    Last edited by subiedude09; 03-20-2013 at 12:13 AM.
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    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caster

    I wish I had those on mine. Next time we move I'll be sure to install some.
    https://picasaweb.google.com/1082044...eat=directlink Pictures of Tegu & cage construction

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    Quote Originally Posted by avel View Post
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caster

    I wish I had those on mine. Next time we move I'll be sure to install some.
    you learn as you go. guaranteed after my build is complete, i will see something i like and think the same thing lol
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    Looking good, hell of a build lol. I know this is irrelevant but you should post a couple pics of your subbie in the members lounge section. I'm assuming that m your name being subie you have one. I'm always interested to see cars haha.
    Mushu!

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