Page Contents

SkyShed POD's

1.   Introduction

2.   Skyshed Photo Archive

3.   eDrawing Viewer

4.   Full Version Features

5.   Lite Version Features

6.   Download Full Version

7.   Download Lite Version

An alternative to the roll-off design is a dome-type observatory. Choose from a variety of personal observatory configurations starting at only $1,995! Available at SkyShed POD website!

Introduction

Roll-off observatories are becoming very popular among amateur astronomers. They are relatively inexpensive to construct and provide convenient use of equipment at a moment's notice.

SkyShed plans provide you with all the information you will need to construct an easy to build, attractive and fully functional backyard roll-off observatory (also referred to as a roll roof observatory). 95% of materials are available from your local building materials retailer.

Use SkyShed Plans as a complete resource or as a jumping off point for your own ideas.  

System requirements are PC PII/266 MHz with 32 megs of Ram, Win 98 or above.

If you are interested in your own backyard observatory, then check out the SkyShed plans below!

Roll-Off Observatory 1

Roll-Off Observatory 2

Roll-Off Observatory 3

Roll-Off Observatory 4

Roll-Off Observatory 5

Roll-Off Observatory 6

Roll-Off Observatory 7

Roll-Off Observatory 8

Roll-Off Observatory 9

Roll-Off Observatory 10

Roll-Off Observatory 11

Roll-Off Observatory 12

Roll-Off Observatory 13

Roll-Off Observatory 14

Roll-Off Observatory 15

Roll-Off Observatory 16

Roll-Off Observatory 17

Roll-Off Observatory 18

Roll-Off Observatory 19

Roll-Off Observatory 20

eDrawing Viewer

With the included eDrawing viewer, Rotate, Pan, Zoom and Print 2D or 3D individual plan views

Product ID: 10980-1

SkyShed Roll-Off Observatory Building Plans 

Price:  $59.95

Download "Full" Version- Buy Now

Full Version Features

Over 120 Meg's of resources

6 complete sets of 3D/2D plans for observatory sizes 6' X 6', 6' X 8', 8' X 10', 10' X 10', 10' X 12', to 10' X 14'

Each backyard observatory plan is adaptable for Roll Left and Roll Right variations

Over 100 step-by-step construction photos with individual text instructions

eDrawing viewer for viewing the plans included on the CD

Rotate, Pan, Zoom, Print individual plan views from the eDrawing viewer

Construction steps overview graphics are also included in .jpg format for viewing in photo software programs. A "Flash" animation of these views is also included.

Materials lists for each backyard observatory plan with "Home Depot" catalogue numbers included

Additional printable step by step construction instructions in .txt format

4 1/2", 6 5/8' and 8 5/8 " Steel Pier plans and Support Jack plans you can take to your local metal fabricator for them to construct for you

Construction and Maintenance Hints and Tips in .txt format

Hours of fun and learning even if you're just dreaming of building your own backyard observatory

Lifetime access to new plans and information as they become available

After downloading the program, see the Readme1st.txt file included in the root folder for directions on how to use the resources

Product ID: 10980-2

SkyShed Roll-Off Observatory Building Plans

Price:  $39.95

Download "Lite" Version- Buy Now

Lite Version Features

40 Megs of resources

6 complete sets of 3D/2D plans for observatory sizes 6' X 6', 6' X 8', 8' X 10', 10' X 10', 10' X 12', to 10' X 14'

Each backyard observatory plan is adaptable for Roll Left and Roll Right variations

eDrawing viewer for viewing the plans included on the CD

Rotate, Pan, Zoom, Print individual plan views from the eDrawing viewer

Materials lists for each backyard observatory plan with "Home Depot" catalogue numbers included

Step By Step Construction Graphics Overview - 24 major construction steps are included in .jpg format along with an animation of the steps in "Flash" format

4 1/2", 6 5/8' and 8 5/8 " Steel Pier plans and Support Jack plans you can take to your local metal fabricator for them to construct for you

Construction and Maintenance Hints and Tips in .txt format

Hours of fun and learning even if you're just dreaming of building your own backyard observatory

Lifetime access to new plans and information as they become available

After downloading the program, see the Readme1st.txt file in the root folder for instructions on how to use the resources contained within

Note - The "Lite" version of the backyard observatory plans is not recommended for first time builders. It does not contain the over 100 Step-by-Step Construction Photos or Step-by-Step Text Instructions, and should only be used by experienced builders or those on a tight budget. For first time builders we recommend our full version - SkyShed Backyard Observatory Building Plans, RegNow Product ID 10980-1

Price:  $59.95

Download "Full" Version- Buy Now

Price:  $39.95

Download "Lite" Version- Buy Now