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|1|Cut two hardwood boards to 2"x4"x6" dimensions | |||
|Image:Shingle crusher dado cuts.jpg| | |||
|2|Set dado blades on table saw to 3/8" thickness and 3/8" depth and cut a two grooves into each board an inch apart from one another and an inch from one side | |||
|Image:Shingle crusher insert slats.jpg| | |||
|3|Insert two 3/8"x6"x3/8" hardwood slats into grooves of one of the boards | |||
|Image:Shingle crusher hinges.jpg| | |||
|4|Use 1" wood screws to attach pin hinges to boards | |||
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|5|Aluminum can shingle crusher is complete | |||
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|1|Cut the upper and lower ends off of a standard aluminum beverage can and cut a straight line down the middle of the can to create a flat piece of aluminum | |||
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|2|Place flat piece of aluminum can into shingle crimper | |||
|Image:Stepping on crusher.jpg| | |||
|3|Apply pressure to shingle crimper by either stepping on it or using a rubber mallet | |||
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|4|Open shingle crimper to remove shingle | |||
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Revision as of 07:58, 1 December 2011
Building Aluminum Awareness
Here are step by step instructions on how to reconstruct Aluminum Awareness including the construction of the shell as well as creating the aluminum shingles.
How to Build
Aluminum Can Shingle Press
Image:Shingle crusher cut board to dimentions.jpg
Application of Aluminum Can Shingle Press
Image:Cutting can.jpg
Building Aluminum Awareness
Image:Create Frame Lattice.jpg
Maintenance
To maintain Aluminum Awareness replace any faulty aluminum shingles and use roofing caulk to repair any leaks.