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i will try cutting a window in the pc i have upstairs.
old, ugly, and generic (wouldnt want to ruin my tj07 just yet considering its cost) ill do a window and see where i go from there.
any input on the tool requirements, and what ill need for the window, i.e. plexi??
Wrong thread to ask that in, and your sig is at least 5x the maximum limit.
sorry :( noobQuote:
Originally Posted by Omega
The Dremel is my choice for that. Then use a file, then the Dremel again with the sander to smooth it out.Quote:
Originally Posted by overdosedelusion
Man ,.... If this project will be like Lamborghini you will be a clever guy :)
Good head Give us update i cannt wait complete it man :D Good Luck
You should read this post... ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by ComputerKing
lol *cough*shes a girl*/cough*
lolQuote:
Originally Posted by b4i7
This project has brought us a whole bunch of surprises, an awesome mod and a secret that was revealed. ;)
Watching this worklog (as an outsider) made me register to be able to comment on what a great work you have been doing. I really can't wait to see the finished case! But I don't want to add to the pressure of making you rush, so take all the time you want. hehe :)
Also, thanks for inspiring me to mod cases. A few months ago, I was planning on buying an overpriced case that was pre-modded. Now when I look at those cases, I just see cheap plastic and just plain stupidness.
Another one saved!!!! *does a lil dance*Quote:
Originally Posted by Silenced_Coyote
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Originally Posted by slaveofconvention
Wait until he sees Paul Capello's Doom 3. :D
Running behind again. Really ... very busy the last few weeks. Hope to get a lot done this week though. I have some time. :)
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Originally Posted by Silenced_Coyote
Very few premodded cases (Read: Lian Li's, ThermalTakes, and Cooler Masters) are nice.
Alot are crap though.
<3
I have seen some of Paul's mods like the Doom 3 and the Nighthawk one. They are really cool and it blew me away looking at his skill and creativity. But, I am more into a (how should I say this) clean, elegant look, and even beautiful (Amberella's Lotus Blossum). I thought I saw her worklog a while back then I couldn't find it. Then while I was reading through Aero's Guide to Modding Part 1, I saw a pic of her side panel. Sorry for the sidetrack :redface: . So I guess that is why I like your's so much, not that I don't like Paul's too! In my opinion it is like buying a Lamgorghini over a Hummer decked out in anything/everything you could imagine.Quote:
Originally Posted by MDCS
I was originally going to buy the XG Dragon. I feel so ashamed now, lol.Quote:
Originally Posted by Omega
The Silverstone TJ07 is hypnotizing me right now. :p
I feel the same way. I love Paul's work. But the Doom machine wouldn't exactly fit my house decor. :D :D But for the work ... who could beat it?Quote:
Originally Posted by Silenced_Coyote
8)
Okay, finally stopped by and bought some more reducer.
(really needed for pearl paints)
And finished the case and door metal panels.
The gun I used for the case.
Like I mentioned earlier, I already had the plexi for the tail light.
Red, white, orange, and the smoke I'm using for the case windows.
The cement I'll be using for the windows and tail lights.
For the heck of it ... my new electronic station. :D
Now ... all the parts are painted with their basic colors. I now will do all the
candy colors on the outside pearl red this weekend, and they have to be
cleared soon after candy is sprayed. So, I'll do all the clear coating (outside
panels, inside case, misc. parts) in one shot.
:D
that paint job is so clean! I need to invest in a paint gun... I don't want to spend a lot of money though. OH well.
wow..........speaks for itself
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Originally Posted by isunktheship
:D
That gun was the cheapest one I bought. $9.95 from "Freight Harbor".
Works great too. The airbrushes are fine for smaller parts and details, but this one is much better for larger jobs.
thats not bad at all!
Managed to get some work done. Had 3 problems as well.
First, the design was changed. Second the candy bled (my fault, sprayed
too heavy on the last coats). Third, while fixing the second, I created the
third problem.
Take a look at the booth now. :D What a mess. But glad it's in here instead
of the garage (main reason for building it :rolleyes: )
Paint dust everywhere ...
Even on the top of the light ...
About the 15th filter I've made (just one shooting) ...
Well, it's doing its job.:)
Noticed I never showed a shot of the front.
Parts waiting for clear.
Did some masking for my candy design, and painted it with yellow, sunset,
orange, and red candy paint.
Couldn't show each color spray, to hectic between coats
(cleaning brush, bottles, mixing ... that kind of stuff).
Unmasked ...
It bled in a couple of spots ... (it will bleed if to heavy) fixed it, then decided ...
I hated the design on the doors!!!!!
Loved it on the hood;)
So ... yup, I waited until it was dry. Then sanded it to start again
(but just clean this time).
Here is where I made the problem. While sanding the main door, I grabbed it
by the window (like I did the other one) where the old intake used to be, and
cracked my bondo work.
So, I had to redo that again with more bondo, putty, sanding, just to get
back to square one with it again.
And I did ... I re-sanded, did a couple of base coats, and the first 3 light
coats of pearl. I'll leave it on the hood though.
After a few more coats of pearl. Then ... I did everything in a transparent
mid coat to make the pearl even for the clear coats.
The candy colors should be cleared right away, so I'll do that as soon as it cures. And the clear will make the candy come alive (I've read and have been told. Wouldn't know ... never cleared candy yet :p )
I was hoping to clear coat everything this weekend, but just couldn't get to it with all the extra work on the doors. Maybe this week.
:D
i love the color of the paint......i love the shine....
its like mine cept im usin blue :D
me too i love the paint! perfect! :)
and very nice concept
This is true, the clear coating will make it shine like none other!! I can't wait!
Oh and xpc, kumusta ka na?
isunktheship
hi bro. im fine. how about you? bawal mag ibang language dito right?
I was looking through you update and saw the design on your doors and I have to agree with you. Because I was going looking through the pics and was hoping that the designs on the door were just my imagination. I'm glad you changed it.
Looking good MDCS...
bro may i know what you call on that metal sheet? because i need that also
for my next project :)
thanks.
That would be called "Diamond Plate". :D
wow, looking great
Yep, that's diamond plating. You should be able to find it at any hardware store. At my local Home Depot, they sell it in 2' x 2' sheets, but you should be able to find it in a wide variety of sizes.
haha, ooo i didnt think about that xpc. (they'll never know bwhahaha).
Actually started to clear coat parts. (I hate spraying clear :( ) Pics coming soon.
I can't wait to see it all with clear coat on them!
Is spraying clear really that bad?
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Originally Posted by Silenced_Coyote
Yes, it sucks. AutoAir colors are great. But clear always makes a fog in the booth. Stinks a lot. Sticks to everything in the booth. And you need a painters suit, sealing goggles, gloves, and the respirator. :rolleyes:
Here are the parts clear coated. Funny, I was getting used to them not being
cleared, and now can't decide if they look better shiny or not. :p
Front cleared. All parts still need to be rubbed out with compound.
Hood Scoop ...
Doors ...
Case ...
Case Closeup ...
Looks like I'm done painting for now. Now comes the fun part of putting it all
together. I guess I'll start with putting in the windows, nameplate,
Lamborghini decals, then re-start on the front bay components.
Darn, that reminds me. I still need to open the front door and clear coat the
pearl white. :( I'm sure I'm forgetting something:? , so I'll keep the spray
guns clean and handy:D
;)
I love how meticulous and patient you have been with this project, MDCS. You've got an incredible eye for detail and an excellent work ethic that shows very strongly in this entire project. Keep it up, I can't wait to see it come together.
Thanks. But I confess, I already have 3 systems. :D And, I have no idea on where or what I'll use this one for. Unless, it becomes one of my favorites and I bump another from it's job. :D So, time isn't really a factor with this case. It's being made as an LP case, and I'll probably just keep it on standby for a switch. ;) Even though it will be faster then my X2 4800+ - SLI 7800GTX's it's gonna be hard to replace my E.L.L. which holds the job now.:rolleyes:Quote:
Originally Posted by Rankenphile
:)
Great job with this case. I have a noob question what do you mean by LP and E.L.L. cases?
LP just means Lan Party. The other is just my name for my LP case now. Elegant Lian Li. :D ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by meticoeus
