Awesome can't wait. Because if this, I've decided to get off ---my bottom--- and start sourcing parts for another Tully. Managed to get everything besides wood and t mounding. So I might have to start a project thread soon.
That reminds me....
Ive dismantled all the panels again,i routed out the slot inside each panel for the glass to sit in.And masked off the areas that would have batons glued to it.
I took one of my big pieces of 8mm safety glass to the nearest open glaziers.I asked them to cut it for me into 2 sheets the size i want ( so id have a spare,or for my next Tully) and they refused....said they didnt have the correct equipment
So i ordered a piece 6mm thick from them,i was so annoyed i didnt even think of asking for tinted,but i hadent really researched it anyway and wouldnt have known what to ask for.
Anyway,20Euros for the glass,i was expecting to pay more than that for them to cut mine,so not too bad.
Cut a hole in the lower back panel for the power socket:
Getting a bit more confident with the router now,so made the hole a bit tidier.
For some reason,my socket only has 3 terminals behind the switch,every guide on the internet has 4,so ill just buy another and hope there all the same size.
The filler i bought is just like Bondo i guess.I watched a video by Ond and have got the hang of how much to mix now and cut down on waste.
So ive filled the joins on the base.
Sanded that down today and it looks quite smart.
Ive sealed every panel,used Bondo on the dings and holes.When i opened up the high build primer i found another mistake.For some reason i didnt read all the label,and it is a putty,not roll on as id thought.
Anyway ive found its really good for the large areas,if i drag it across with a metal spatula it fills the grain and small scratches really well.
Spent hours sanding every panel this afternoon,the amount of dust was quite alarming at first
I feel like im cutting corners a bit,but im leaving all unseen sections inside just primed.And only glaring dings filled.
Bought some black for the base,and the main colour also.
Ordered my marquee last week,but dont want to cut the front panel until it arrives,still need to buy the coin door and mount the speakers.
Sort out some ventilation (if its needed ?)
CP overlay and Bezel art.
Sideart
Ive got a couple of cheap joysticks lying around,but want to buy a servostik.Bought some gols leaf buttons last week.
Seems to be racking up the costs,so some of these parts might have to wait until i can open my bar again.
So actually looking forward to seeing the top coat colour tomorrow.Just bought a small tin as im a bit unsure its right,,,but we will see.