Soldato
Araldite or some other two-part epoxy stuff
That'll hold the bugger in place! (unless you want it to be removable at some point, then pick something else lol
Project:- Modzart
- Thread starter G-Dubs
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Araldite or some other two-part epoxy stuff
That'll hold the bugger in place! (unless you want it to be removable at some point, then pick something else lol
good idea matey. also thinking maybe liquid nails as it sets semi soft and would help with vibration dampening maybe. i'll have a look and see what i already have
could do, and agree would look nice, but i'm going for quite a clean look
Apologies for the lack of updates recently. I've been busy with a few reviews and a few other things (like my new lawn mower arrived....WoooHooo)
Anyway back to the plot and as this isn't a "mod my Mower" thread I'd best tell you about the work so far.
I've had the old rattle cans out and have started the process of painting the case. this is probably the bit I enjoy most about modding as it's here that you really start to see things transform.
I've used aluminium etch primer paint for the first time, man is that noxious stuff. Even with my stormtrooper mask on I had to leave the garage after only 20 seconds of spraying as the slightest little bit had me chocking for air.
So Doors are now undercoated with etch prime and have a good few coats of normal prime over the top.
Smooth primer coat finish is essential to a smooth top coat finish so all this will be flattened back before the top coats go on.
Despite having thought i'd made my mind up i'm still having a mare over whether to go copper outside and black inside or other way round.
Anyway back to the plot and as this isn't a "mod my Mower" thread I'd best tell you about the work so far.
I've had the old rattle cans out and have started the process of painting the case. this is probably the bit I enjoy most about modding as it's here that you really start to see things transform.
I've used aluminium etch primer paint for the first time, man is that noxious stuff. Even with my stormtrooper mask on I had to leave the garage after only 20 seconds of spraying as the slightest little bit had me chocking for air.
So Doors are now undercoated with etch prime and have a good few coats of normal prime over the top.
Smooth primer coat finish is essential to a smooth top coat finish so all this will be flattened back before the top coats go on.
Despite having thought i'd made my mind up i'm still having a mare over whether to go copper outside and black inside or other way round.
Soldato
Vote for Black outside Copper inside here
kd
kd
Associate
i'm definitely gonna sub this....looks like a fantastic build!
Vote for Black outside Copper inside here
kd
Noted Matey and thanks for helping with the decission.
Where abouts in Naaaarwich are you? Spent many happy years there.
Cheers Jamiman, always like to give special thanks to a sub.
So quick question to any in the "Know"
So far i've been sanding down my ally as I would bare steel prior to etch prime. Although it is appreciated this will do no harm, is it strictly neccessary?
Reason I ask is that if it's not it will save me a shed load of time on the main body of the case.
Associate
COPPER INSIDE, BLACK OUTSIDE!!! ......imho...
Got a third option
I like the thoughtof the copper on the inside as it should give a nice glow when lit up.
Also like the idea of the copper on the outside as it will be a change from black, and can be broken up by the large areas of dark tint from the windows and roof,
So how about copper inide and out????
And hey VOoDOo, good to hear from you matey, hows it going in Texas?
I like the thoughtof the copper on the inside as it should give a nice glow when lit up.
Also like the idea of the copper on the outside as it will be a change from black, and can be broken up by the large areas of dark tint from the windows and roof,
So how about copper inide and out????
And hey VOoDOo, good to hear from you matey, hows it going in Texas?
Soldato
I think copper inside and out would be a bit over-bling... Maybe if the outside was more of a dark bronze type colour, with the brighter copper internals............. there's another thought for ya 
Lots of progress today (all thanks to a hangover free Sunday).
First job was to make good a few of the edges where the Dremel got the better of me.
And a bit of a dint that was there when I got the case.
Turned the case upside down for the first time. Man those feet have to go.
one of the last outings for the Dremel on this project was to remove to annoying little lugs on the mobo tray (Haven't a clue what they do so lets hope it's nothing important.
Cut off
And all tidied up.
Although I'm using etch prime I took the added measure of keying all the Aluminium surfaces in preparation for their painting. Gorgeous day outside today, so took advantage and after washing all parts following sanding I left them out to dry nice and quick.
And the door panels get a little rest on Mrs Dubs Swing seat
Then inside for the night
Major event of the day was getting the first coat onto the main section of the case.
Hopefully the last we'll see of this chap, but knowing me I'll find something else to chop up.
First job was to make good a few of the edges where the Dremel got the better of me.
And a bit of a dint that was there when I got the case.
Turned the case upside down for the first time. Man those feet have to go.
one of the last outings for the Dremel on this project was to remove to annoying little lugs on the mobo tray (Haven't a clue what they do so lets hope it's nothing important.
Cut off
And all tidied up.
Although I'm using etch prime I took the added measure of keying all the Aluminium surfaces in preparation for their painting. Gorgeous day outside today, so took advantage and after washing all parts following sanding I left them out to dry nice and quick.
And the door panels get a little rest on Mrs Dubs Swing seat
Then inside for the night
Major event of the day was getting the first coat onto the main section of the case.
Hopefully the last we'll see of this chap, but knowing me I'll find something else to chop up.
Associate
Fingernails are now gone in anticipation to see the color scheme!! Nice prep work G, Its hard for me to hold myself back long enough to sand and prime the right way. Kudos to you
P.S.- Texas is hot and humid, it always is!! Our atmosphere is not kind to painters
P.S.- Texas is hot and humid, it always is!! Our atmosphere is not kind to painters
Soldato
Damn! Want to steal your lawnmower!
Nice work though
kd
Nice work though
kd
Cheers my friend. The colour scheme is now decided but all will have to wait and see. Odd story behind how I finally made my mind up, but will share as we go along.
Damn! Want to steal your lawnmower!
Nice work though
kd
Lawn mower is 16bHp of awesomeness. (It will actually pop a wheelie in 2nd). The thing has 5 forward gears but under-steers like a Sierra on a damp road on anything higher than 3rd. Genuinely haven't been brave enough to try 5th yet. The steering is vague at best and random at worst and the when you press the brake pedal you might as well be sending a post card second class. But God do I love it.
Back to the plot though, the Build. The Project if you will,..The thing that both keeps me out of the way of Mrs Dubs while simultaneously getting me in her bad books.
Having spent much of my energy focused on the main body of the case I've now turned my attentions to the front fascia. It's machined out of a very nice thick billet of aluminium, presented in a very nice machined finish.
In the picture below you can clearly see the milling marks left over from manufacture.
Job for today was very simple, remove the front mesh section. Lots and lots of really fiddly little screws.
I'm getting to the point with this case where I really hope I can remember how it all goes back together.
Seriously, I'm more than a bit worried about all the bits and bobs attached to the front panel. I can't even remember where I put the power reset switch assembly.
Regrettable though it was I also had to sand back the front fascia to a smooth yet keyed finish to accept paint.
So off with the Thermaltake and Mozart Decals (very stubborn indeed)
Less objectionable were the Intel stickers indicating what used to live in this case.
Got the day off work tomorrow so will be cracking on with things so if you're about stay tuned and I'll try to get a few updates up.
Mod On Guys.
As promised I've been cracking on with things today.
Front fascia is now sanded, washed and etch primed.
The rear IO panel has been sanded and washed ready for etch priming (I've run out of Primer, and also grey normal primer so a quick trip to the auto accessory shop is in order).
front Fascia relaxing on the bench follow a vigorous exfoliation and shower
What's left of the Thermaltake logo on the base of the case
Rear IO panel putting chilling on the BBQ
Main section inside having a coat of normal grey primer/undercoat over the etch
Front fascia having had a coat of etch applied
Roof section with white undercoat
Front fascia is now sanded, washed and etch primed.
The rear IO panel has been sanded and washed ready for etch priming (I've run out of Primer, and also grey normal primer so a quick trip to the auto accessory shop is in order).
front Fascia relaxing on the bench follow a vigorous exfoliation and shower
What's left of the Thermaltake logo on the base of the case
Rear IO panel putting chilling on the BBQ
Main section inside having a coat of normal grey primer/undercoat over the etch
Front fascia having had a coat of etch applied
Roof section with white undercoat
Soldato
Loving how this is going I didn't realise how huge the case was though until you see it stood next to something. I agree the acid etch stuff is horrible stuff to breath in, but your painting seems looks really good. Proof that patience pays off, keep up the good work
I didn't realise how huge the case was though until you see it stood next to something. I agree the acid etch stuff is horrible stuff to breath in, but your painting seems looks really good. Proof that patience pays off, keep up the good work
Loving how this is going
Cheers matey, yeah i've learned the hard way that 95% of the time should go into prep and that "patiently" is the best way to paint.
Thought I was nearing the end of the sanding and etch priming, but then I found a few more bits.
The Mesh won't need to be etch primed but has been lightly keyed to take some standard primer/undercoat. Not sure how well it will take the paint without the holes clogging, certainly going to have to be really light with the coverage.
HDD bay. Not 100% that this will be going back into the case yet, but will give it the treatment just in case.
Getting closer to the sexy stuff, but still more undercoating to be done.
If I rush this the whole paint job will look pants, and pants is not my aim.
The mesh will only get the lightest dusting of paint as i'm wary of the holes clogging.
Thanks for stopping by
If I rush this the whole paint job will look pants, and pants is not my aim.
The mesh will only get the lightest dusting of paint as i'm wary of the holes clogging.
Thanks for stopping by