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Digital Dream Machine 08 - My First cab
koinsatx:
Spent a lot of time in the garage today but was able to get quite a bit done. I am nearing the end of the messy work and getting close to primer and paint.
My current plan for a monitor is to run a 21" Sony CRT for a short time until I am able to purchase my Makvision Trimode arcade monitor. Because of this I did not want to build a monitor frame into the cabinet as this will change down the road.
In order to solve this I decided to do a modular monitor mount for my cab. I built a monitor frame that slides into the cab and is secured to the monitor shelf with 3" Hex Bolts. This will allow me to unbolt the monitor and slide the entire mounting frame and all in and out with no changes to the cab.
Not sure if many others have tried this but it looks like it will work for me.
koinsatx:
After getting the monitor frame done I started on some filling and sanding. Filling all countersunk screw holes and seems with wood putty and then sanding with 150 grit sand paper.
I also installed a small shelf inside the bottom of the cab to cover the front caster bolts and provide a better looking inside cab. I did not fill these holes so the shelf can be easily removed if casters ever need to be replaced.
I also built my CP today! I went with a basic design (rectangle), I did not want to attempt an angular cuts and wanted to keep it somewhat simple.
My CP measurements are 16 X 29. With 4 1/2" in front to 5 1/2" in the rear. (these measurements do not include the top piece)
I still have not figured out how to hinge it and have been studying everyones solutions so far.
A little more sanding tomorrow and it will be ready for primer.
Tools used:
Table saw
Jigsaw
Liguid nails
150 grit sand paper
At this point I have about 31 hours invested.
koinsatx:
I finally applied the first coat of primer today. I decided to go with an oil based tinted primer from Home depot. The primer was tinted specifically to match the color I chose for the sides. I picked up a couple of 1/4" knap rollers and a 2" brush also.
I left the front of the cab go for now as I intend on a different color scheme for the front of the cab. I also decided to attempt painted pinstripes which you can see the tape lines where I applied primer over the top.
The tinted primer should allow me to go with just 1 coat and hopefully can put the first coat of paint on tomorrow.
I am also debating on leaving just a primer coat for the inside of the cab.
So far I have 36.5 hours invested in the project.
paulscade:
Those stripes are going to look sharp...
and I like your modular monitor mounting... pretty cool idea.
koinsatx:
Thanks!
Well I had to come up with a temporary monitor solution until I can swing the Makvision. The monitor slides in nicely and is definitely secure when I put those hex bolts in.
Hope the pinstripes work out.... that is something just I am doing off the cuff.... time will tell.... should have my first coat ready to go soon...
Off to the garage for more painting....
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