Truss scope takes shape

I thought I'd take a second and post the pics of what I've done so far. This was my first attempt using a router, and enjoyed the satisfaction of making the four rings. I even cut the top one with an inner groove so it hides the edge of the sonotube.



I followed the great advice of Fiske Miles and how he made his rings, at http://www.fiskemiles.com/buildinga22inchdob/secondarycagerings.php





Here is the one on the front of the UTA



And what I have as of tonight...



You can see I have Moonlite truss poles and blocks. I plan on moving my spider and primary/cell, and even the adjustable altitude bearings. If I've figured it out right, I'll lose 7" off the height at zenith, which, when I've cut (or simply remake) the rocker box, it should be at perfect eye level (I'm 6'4").

All I did tonight was attach each ring at four points to the tube, which hasn't even been strengthened yet, and used simple drywall screws to attach the blocks. Just with that alone, I'm astonished how there is no flexing whatsoever. It's as rigid as can be, and I love how LIGHT it is!!!!

Please ignore the very messy garage. If my wife knew I was posting this.....lol. Oh, and the beast is in the background.