jem5136 Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Hey Guys,Alright, this year is my first year for my first computerized display, and I wanted to do a Mega Tree. I wanted something that will take few channels, but still look really cool, so I decided to go with a Z Tree. (I know I put this in the Mega Tree forum, oh well) But I was looking around and I couldn't find much on how to build one. Has anyone made a tutorial, or have pictures of one they have made. I just need something basic, nothing to fancy.The tree is going to have 16 channels; 4 red, 4 green, 4 blue, and 4 white. It would be great if it was somewhere around 15-20 feet tall. If anyone has any ideas on how to make one, please let me know.Thanks,Jesse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave H1 Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 JesseI've started some smaller "Z" Trees, 5-6 ft high to conceal my floods and spots. They are rather simple in design, and split in half in lieu of horizontal sections. They are constructed from 3/4 PVC.I still have a 10-12ft "Z" Tree to complete for this season (hopefully). Since I do not have a welder nor the experience my first reaction is total PVC. However, I am considering the first layer to be constructed out of 3/4 x 3/16 angle to provide a rigid base to build up from. I know on the other forums you will hear the horor stories of constructing anything over 10ft out of PVC. This has a lot to do with the brittleness of PVC in below 30 deg temps.What part of the country do you reside ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jem5136 Posted July 23, 2010 Author Share Posted July 23, 2010 I live in Northern Indiana. It can get down to -20s on an average year during the nights.I was thinking I could use some of the old wood I have out in the barn, and use that for the braces, but I'm nor 100% sure I want to use it yet.Jesse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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