Rick's Six Four Observatory  
Happy Jack, Arizona  Elevation: ~7100 ft.

Messier 64Chris Schur 2002
A roll-off roof type observatory housing a 16" Newtonian telescope on a German equatorial mount.

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Beginnings
The Pier
The Foundation
The Footers
The Floor
The Walls
First Light
Sky Views
The Rails
The Roof
The Windows
The Hardware
The Telescope
The Walkway

Astrophotos

Contact
The Hardware

6-8-03

Eight inch flashing covers the wheels and rail. Ten inch flashing is at the top.
6-8-03

A view of the east wall eave flashing.
6-8-03

The 10 inch flashing fills the gap above the base.
6-8-03

A turnbuckle in each corner provides a secure tie-down for the roof.
6-22-03

The south roof handle. The handles are made of weather-resistant nylon.
6-22-03

The north roof handles come in handy when rolling the roof closed.
7-27-03

The pier set screws are 3/8" 16-thread with knobs.
8-3-03

An office desk awaits star charts and observing materials.
8-3-03

The floor is outdoor-marine decking. The pier is ready for the installation of the telescope.


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