systemx Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Never noticed that chimney before It should be saved! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fultons Right Leg Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Words cant express how much I love seeing these pics. Its like all the things I love (football, cranes, engineering) rolled into one. Throw in some t*ts and my wee heart wont be able to take it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avhudtheteeshirt Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 ...and whilst I'm down here, I though our overseas posters might like to see a wee picture of Robbos this morning... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Is that Charlie or Craig Reid from the Proclaimers along for a wee look at the Old Stand. Or is he singing Robbo's no more? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tian447 Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 http://vid1064.photobucket.com/albums/u374/PJH1977/DSC_0111_zpsgtlko9vp.mp4 Can't see how to upload vids, so hope this link works ok. Looks like most of the bottom sections are already slotted in place. Good progress in the last couple hours! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Natural Order Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Looks like most of the bottom sections are already slotted in place. Good progress in the last couple hours! 2 of the 4 bottom sections were in place. Mind you, that was at about half one so more could well have been done. I'll be popping along tomorrow so I'm hoping some more progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Findlay Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 The only way is up! Should be in the remember the 80s thread:-0) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3fingersreid Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Not the best picture but Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Bill Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Words cant express how much I love seeing these pics. Its like all the things I love (football, cranes, engineering) rolled into one. Throw in some t*ts and my wee heart wont be able to take it! If you insist..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Nice touch to get a crane in Kaunas colours as a tribute to our former leader. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott herbertson Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Not the best picture but IMG_2623.JPG Looks like Greenginger was right all along and we've hired a bunch of cowboys - can they not even hold the plans the right way up!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubyruby Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 ...and whilst I'm down here, I though our overseas posters might like to see a wee picture of Robbos this morning... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I think Robbo should buy it & turn it into a John Robertson museum with all his goals against hibs being played on a loop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watt-Zeefuik Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 ...and whilst I'm down here, I though our overseas posters might like to see a wee picture of Robbos this morning... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Almost wish we could go in together as JKB and buy it as a fans pub. But then it'd be guaranteed to be filled with arseholes... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamboozy Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 If you insist..... What do you call a woman with three ******s? Mrs Reid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
All roads lead to Gorgie Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Almost wish we could go in together as JKB and buy it as a fans pub. But then it'd be guaranteed to be filled with arseholes... It would be just like the old place then plus the bouncers wouldn't get a minutes rest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debut 4 Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 The only way is up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Natural Order Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Almost wish we could go in together as JKB and buy it as a fans pub. But then it'd be guaranteed to be filled with arseholes... The club should buy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Muddie Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Almost wish we could go in together as JKB and buy it as a fans pub. But then it'd be guaranteed to be filled with arseholes... Thats true. I'm all for this idea. Keep the arseholes who take the Internet seriously away from those of us who remember to change our underpants Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Not the best picture but IMG_2623.JPG Looks like the middle piece all bolted in place already. Can see this progressing quickly over the next few days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucille's Thirsty Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 What are those guys on the scaffolding doing? Painting? Drilling holes for the truss etc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Muddie Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 What are those guys on the scaffolding doing? Painting? Drilling holes for the truss etc? Erection fans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 What are those guys on the scaffolding doing? Painting? Drilling holes for the truss etc? Presumably they're putting the scaffolding up so folk can guide the truss in place off the crane then bolt it etc. Don't think any modification is needed for the truss to be put in place, as it was included in the original design for the other three stands? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swanny17 Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Erection fans Doesn't look like Elton John to me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sexton Hardcastle Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Apparently it was cut into pieces which were planted all over Edinburgh to produce more trees But maybe it went to live on a farm Like what happened with William Wallace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Like what happened with William Wallace. He deserved it after going to Celtic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
La_Leyenda Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 What will be the gradient/rake of the main stand? Think I read somewhere (here probably) it won't be as steep as the existing three stands. Is that down to building regulations or because it's got more rows in it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 What will be the gradient/rake of the main stand? Think I read somewhere (here probably) it won't be as steep as the existing three stands. Is that down to building regulations or because it's got more rows in it? Bit of both. Can't build that steep, but a slightly more shallow gradient means more seats for the same height as the other stands. Wheatfield has 30 rows, new main will have 37. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamboinglasgow Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Drove past Tynecastle this evening as I was in Edinburgh and it was only a few minute detour. I would say the height of the Truss took me back, its massive. Dont think the photos will do it justice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Sifter Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Another wee update. The truss is beginning to take shape on its frame. As jamboinglasgow says, it's gonny be massive when it's fully put together. These vids and pic were taken minutes ago... https://vimeo.com/200145677 https://vimeo.com/200145788 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Does look mahoosive when you see it against the backdrop of the old stand behind it!!! Exciting times In my head they were going to assemble the whole thing together in to one piece on the ground and lift it in to place - but having seen how the pieces are sitting in the frame / jig that's obviously not going to be possible. So how are they going to do this? Lift the pieces off the frame to attach them together before lifting them in to place? Lift the pieces in to place on by one? Or are they able to build it around the frame and essentially cut the frame out the way when they are ready to lift it all up? Interesting to see it coming together - love all this kinda stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Sifter Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Does look mahoosive when you see it against the backdrop of the old stand behind it!!! Exciting times In my head they were going to assemble the whole thing together in to one piece on the ground and lift it in to place - but having seen how the pieces are sitting in the frame / jig that's obviously not going to be possible. So how are they going to do this? Lift the pieces off the frame to attach them together before lifting them in to place? Lift the pieces in to place on by one? Or are they able to build it around the frame and essentially cut the frame out the way when they are ready to lift it all up? Interesting to see it coming together - love all this kinda stuff I'm guessing it's gonny be constructed at ground level, and then once done a crane (or cranes) will take the weight of it whilst the frames are removed. Then it'll be lifted up into place. ...just my tuppenceworth anyway. I could be wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scabber Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 I'm guessing it's gonny be constructed at ground level, and then once done a crane (or cranes) will take the weight of it whilst the frames are removed. Then it'll be lifted up into place. ...just my tuppenceworth anyway. I could be wrong. Yes that seems like plan to me .Maybe they have some other cunning plan though .Loving watching it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannymack Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Was down there an hour ago, the section that is on the support looks like it dwarves the Main Stand from McLeod Street but that is a deceiving view. Couldn't take photos from my usual vantage point as some taxi driver abused his license plate and illegally parked (what's new) on the pavement (pedestrian). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 I'm guessing it's gonny be constructed at ground level, and then once done a crane (or cranes) will take the weight of it whilst the frames are removed. Then it'll be lifted up into place. ...just my tuppenceworth anyway. I could be wrong. That was my thought - but just from looking at that last set of pics, the framework looks like its very much 'within' the truss for want of a better phrase. By the time you extend the next section on to whats there already, I don't see how it'll be able to just be lifted clear of the frame without the frame getting in the way? That said, I don't suppose it would be too much of a job to take the weight of the truss and cut the frames out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Bill Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Does anyone have a link to all the architectural plans? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hearts_fan Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 It's great to see the progress ? thanks to all who have shared images. If I manage to get down anytime, I'll chip in too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hearts_fan Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 That was my thought - but just from looking at that last set of pics, the framework looks like its very much 'within' the truss for want of a better phrase. By the time you extend the next section on to whats there already, I don't see how it'll be able to just be lifted clear of the frame without the frame getting in the way? That said, I don't suppose it would be too much of a job to take the weight of the truss and cut the frames out My guess is once the truss is initially suspended by the cranes, they'll disassemble the frames in the reverse process of how they were put together. ie. they're made of separate parts, attached at the joints. Tynecastle is going to be an absolute fortress, at least in appearance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannymack Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 (edited) Does anyone have a link to all the architectural plans? Ive got the full set courtesy of a friend... they're being kept "In the room" . Edited January 19, 2017 by dannymack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shanks said no Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Drove past late last night and it looks huge from McLeod Street Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Sifter Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Was down there an hour ago, the section that is on the support looks like it dwarves the Main Stand from McLeod Street but that is a deceiving view. Couldn't take photos from my usual vantage point as some taxi driver abused his license plate and illegally parked (what's new) on the pavement (pedestrian). Should've just asked and id have moved. I was there for literally two minutes whilst I took the above vids. Didn't realise that was the single vantage point on McLeod Street. Hope it hasn't ruined your day ffs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Bill Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Nor really important in the scheme of things but would like to see the look on the faces of twats like Greenminger, Vagillions and SirGay if they are at the game on Saturday. They said it would never happen. Open yer eyes and see for yourselves ya trumpets. Roond ye. Would love to have seen the cranes hoist the truss up into position during the first half Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Bill Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Ive got the full set courtesy of a friend... they're being kept "In the room" . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heartsfc_fan Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Looks massive. I guess with the new stand holding over 7000 and will have function suites and large floor space it'll need to be much larger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Bill Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 What will be the gradient/rake of the main stand? Think I read somewhere (here probably) it won't be as steep as the existing three stands. Is that down to building regulations or because it's got more rows in it? New Main Stand will have a 32 degree incline instead of 34 (as per the other three). But the fans will be closer to the pitch than the current stand, especially the first ten rows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Sifter Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 New Main Stand will have a 32 degree incline instead of 34 (as per the other three). But the fans will be closer to the pitch than the current stand, especially the first ten rows. Excuse my ignorance here Bill, but gonny explain that last part again, the bit about the first ten rows? Because I'm sitting here wondering how someone in row 10 of the new stand can be closer to the pitch than someone in say row 10 of the Wheatfield (given the steeper incline of the Wheatfield). Am I missing something obvious here? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Sifter Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 ...in fact scrap that BB. I can see your comparing the new stand to the auld one, not to the other three. My mistake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Libertarian Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Another wee update. The truss is beginning to take shape on its frame. As jamboinglasgow says, it's gonny be massive when it's fully put together. These vids and pic were taken minutes ago... https://vimeo.com/200145677 https://vimeo.com/200145788 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk As the actress said to the bishop; it looks massive. Are you sure that this isn't a piece of the new forth crossing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Looks massive. I guess with the new stand holding over 7000 and will have function suites and large floor space it'll need to be much larger. Don't think the truss will be any bigger than the Wheatfield Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Don't think the truss will be any bigger than the Wheatfield Same size Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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