Ah, time for an update. Well the crate almost got done in time for the LAN Party. So with the front rails done, I put the top and side panels...
I would like to eventually. I might change the text to read computers instead of heath kits and the weight to 60 instead of 30. (see this image if...
Ah It's all starting to come together now. First I got the 2u Face Pieces Primed [IMG] [IMG] Then they got a nice coat of Black Satin [IMG]...
Well this has been another busy week but today I was able to get a lot done First I got the rest of the pieces for the 2u cases prepped [IMG] I...
Just a small update. I got the hole for the power supply cut. The scroll saw was perfect for this cut. I predrilled holes in the corners to make...
I probably should have said this earlier but most of the design of the crate is modeled after an a/v flight case which are mostly wood see -...
I had some free time after class so I cut out the openings in the front piece of the first 2, 2u cases (they are taped together) [IMG] The cuts...
Just be patient. The 2u cases are also being crafted out of wood. They will be pretty much barebones and much lighter than a commercial metal...
The weight is an issue. My quick calculation is the crate will weigh around 40lbs empty. It's going to be a bit heavy full. I might be building a...
I've tried sketchup. It's interesting in it's simplicity, but for me it's too simple. [IMG] After learning 3d studio max this summer, I'm...
Yesterday I got some of the wood is cut (and mis cut) [IMG] notice the pencil correction of 20.5 to 22.5 on my cut sheet... gonna have to re...
Ok I calculated everything out in autocad for the most part Crate Top View [IMG] Crate Side View [IMG] 2u rackmount case top view...
Source Image For the scale of this thing I took a look at this screen shot. this was when I realized these crates were a lot bigger than I thought...
Quick Description: For this case mod, I plan to build a portable 8u rackmount case (like an a/v flight case) modeled after a half-life 2 supply...
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