So here is the template for the Mark2. A lot of good discussion here in this topic today and as per the last 2 posts those of us with these gauges seem to be stuck in the middle. There appear to be several options:
1) Leave the rain gauge as it and let nature takes its course. Eventually UV, weather and general "wearing in" will eventually sort out the problem but in the meantime your rain readings may be a little off due to the collection of water that doesnt fall into the tipping bucket.
2) Spray with silicone spray. Will aid the rain collection and also leaves the collector open to the elements and eventually "wear in"
3) Fit something like I came up with. Instantly solves the problem but will need checking and replacing when needed as the UV, weather etc will eventually wear down the materials properties and make it less effective. There is also the potential issue of "bounce-out".
I think I got all this right.
Its up to you
To use the new template. Print off a paper copy first and use that as a test. I would start with the cut out section in the top left and then cut along the green lines making sure you dont go past the inner red circle. Then cut the outer part of the large circle. I made the mistake of initially cutting out the shape and then found the template wasnt stuck to the teflon sheet and couldnt then cut the green lines. Its slightly tricker to cut as once the geen lines are cut it becomes vey floppy. Fit to the gauge as before once completed.
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