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Build an OND designed cab 'Metropolis'
Ond:
--- Quote from: BeeryGaz on January 29, 2014, 02:51:25 am ---Well - I'm forging forward with a combination of the metric and common sense. The biggests hurdles I've hit so far:
1. Getting the chamfer angles right for the angled CP (and I predict I'll have similar issues with the top rear panels at are also angled) - I'm going to have to screw & glue the CP together and fill the many gaps - meaning my CP will never come apart again!
2. My CP recess and stupid joystick design that needs this weird countersink in order to get the base flush.
I feel kind of "stuck" right now waiting for my T-molding and channel bit (somewhere on a row-boat between USA and South Africa) so I can route the channel before assembly.
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I'm glad you're persevering despite the challenges. I've never seen that type of joystick before, most are flush across the mount plate face. You might consider setting that joystick aside and getting a Sanwa brand or even a cheaper alternative. That's probably not what you want to hear right now, but I'd still consider it somewhere in the future. Its a continuous learning process in this hobby, particularity with regard to control options.
Hopefully your delivery of parts won't take too long. I'm going to give a plug to a supplier I use - In 2 Amusements here in Australia. Many people on the forum in the US and northern hemisphere have reliable suppliers such as Groovy Game Gear who provide excellent service BTW. For some 'down here', though accessing parts can be a real PITA. I highly recommend In 2 Amusements. I have no affiliation with them whatsoever, but have had excellent fast service every time I've ordered from them. One time I really muddled my order, changed my mind and generally confused everybody, they still sorted it out with no delivery delay.
You can check them out here: http://in2amusements.com.au/
While you're waiting for your parts, work on your cabs FE (Front End) and get your Emulator system set up.
BeeryGaz:
Still forging ahead. Made a plan with the joysticks to them mounted. Thanks OND for the Aussie referrals but I think shipping to Johannesburg from the US is as close as Aus. Either way, it's expensive and takes forever.
OND can you shed some light on your CP construction? I don't have vinyl artwork so,was planning on a polished/lacquered paint job. Of course I need to fill and sand the imperfections on the CP joins, and then paint. This assumes the CP is fully assembled. How do I get to the underside of the CP top to screw in the joysticks and attach the wiring once it's all screwed closed? Even with the hoots in the back there's not enough room in there to maneuver to connect up spade connectors, etc. what am I missing?
Ond:
There should be enough room in the CP to pre-wire controls and then fit them into the CP. I did this myself with a CP I built for a friends Cocktail cab sometime ago with similar dimensions. That said, I haven't built this design myself. I would PM Palen or Chapel and ask them how they implemented the design.
stigzler:
Keepin the thread alive!!
Some more progress pics:
I'm really putting the artwork stage off!!! The thought of it leaving my Inkscape + coming back to me makes me nervous. All it would take is 2mm out for my CP panel vinyl!!
dalio:
Having watched this thread for nearly a year, I've finally got moving on starting this build.
I'm in an apartment in the middle of London, so don't have the tools or workshop space to cut my own MDF, so have emailed a few CNC services to get the parts cut for me (a 'friend' said that means I'm project managing rather than making it myself, but I think it's worth it!) :)
Fingers crossed I'll be able to get the wood parts by next weekend, and can start the physical build. Will try and post my sketchup plans when I get a bit more design work done.
Can anyone recommend a good thread on applying a laminate or vinyl? Again with the apartment, I'm not sure I can get away with painting big bits of wood to a good quality.
Thanks to OND, and all of you guys for showing so much help and encouragement - with this board as a resource, I'm ready to go!