Paul Fuller wrote:
> I wonder if the overlapping of the metal plates forming the side should 
> be reversed - so that flow from the top down does not encounter the 
> edges of the metal as now.  You want to minimise wear and the 
> possibility of clogging that is inevitable when gravel and sand is 
> washed through the device.

Actually, they are set up in consideration of the water flow. The 
material/water will start flowing from the funneled end.

> Similarly it would be better to replace the separate plates and rivets 
> at the base with a single plate.  Better yet have an 'insert' plate that 
> can be replaced as needed covering the base.  Wear and tear is a major 
> consideration for sluice boxes.

We are using the materials available to us. We don't have any large 
plates of sheet metal, so we are forced to use several pieces of flashing...

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