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Case Mod - In Progress Project: Mission

Discussion in 'Project Logs' started by slipperyskip, 30 Jun 2009.

  1. nikeunltd

    nikeunltd Epic destruction around machinary

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    can you mix those two together?
    maybe have red as the foreground color, with a strip going down the center two bars.
    then have the stone on the rest.

    or, maybe, you can even have a gheeto off center red strip going from one corner, to the other corner... =].
     
  2. nagyizom

    nagyizom Minimodder

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    This woodframe is sooooo beautiful:jawdrop:
     
  3. HiRO

    HiRO Humble Modder

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    ^^ Second that
     
  4. Validus

    Validus What's a Dremel?

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    I'm a fan of the stone look over the red. But the red still looks really sharp.

    Either choice is a good one in my book.
     
  5. slipperyskip

    slipperyskip Member

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    I'm sampling three different shades of red. :thumb:

    I've got an Almond Slate representing the lighter end of the spectrum. It has a nice subtle green tint to it that i can't seem to photograph.

    Thanks. I have to choose one version for a case mod contest, another for my friends in the media and a third for the wife. I'm betting they will all be different.

    Anything is possible. Your suggestion is making me thirsty for my favorite Jamacian beer. :hehe:

    Thanks guys! :thumb:

    The red is very stunning in person. The new burgundy is really good looking but I'm having difficulty photographing it. I'm thinking that a red version will be my contest entry. If I can't win then I might as well light the place up. :cooldude:


    I'm currently fussing over the finish by sanding it down and re-applying the lacquer. In between coats I'm doing some detail work and trying on some "looks".

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    After another monumental struggle I've come up with this solution for a handle(s). They are solid stainless steel bars that are suppose to be kitchen cabinet hardware. A handle to help pull the case out of the shell has been in the plans from the beginning.




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    The handles also serve to protect the fragile antenna and adaptors sticking out the back. The setup also adds another layer of strength to the aluminum back panel.




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    An excuse to shoot a few more "fashion" photos. I'm still not happy with the lighting and colors but that will have to wait.




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    This is suppose to be burgundy but it shows up as red on my monitor.




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    The bottom of the shell needs a coat of flat black and to have the inlet grill mounted.




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    I reversed the grill to show its unfinished side instead of the polished front. I think the more industrial looking side displays better on the case bottom.

    Thanks for looking!
     
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  6. The boy 4rm oz

    The boy 4rm oz Project: Elegant-Li

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    The first cloth and the third are my favorites, the first more so.
     
  7. stonedsurd

    stonedsurd Is a cackling Yuletide Belgian

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    It's all lookin' hawt. That 'burgundy' looks pretty red to me too. :)
     
  8. Javerh

    Javerh Topiary Golem

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    Congratz on the election!
     
  9. karolis

    karolis Code Monkey

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    Amazing work. I was surprised by you going for something on a much bigger scale than i was used to seeing from you. Pleasantly surprised, i must add :)

    I like the red/burgundy one. the contrast is nice and it catches the eye quickly :)
     
  10. perplekks45

    perplekks45 LIKE AN ANIMAL!

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    And on getting my vote. :thumb:
     
  11. kaujazz

    kaujazz What's a Dremel?

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    Nice work

    You got my vote too
     
  12. slipperyskip

    slipperyskip Member

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    LOL You don't waver do you. Respect.

    I'm going to get a shot of that burgundy even if it kills me.

    Thanks!

    Thanks. I guess I had to work on an ATX tower at some point. Couldn't do it "normally" but I still get to check the box.

    Thanks guys. I appreciate it.

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    Standard el cheapo air conditioning filter from Wally World.




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    Cut to size. (Looks like I'll get at least two more out of it)




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    Fit into the recess created between the grill's wooden frame and the shell bottom. (Note to self: Get a better filter support pattern like those ones with medium sized holes).




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    Action photo, well...kinda. :D Now I just need to remember to change the PC filter when I change the AC filter.

    Thanks for looking and thanks for voting.
     
  13. PaulGreyhead

    PaulGreyhead What's a Dremel?

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    This is absolutely superb. Stunning in fact.
     
  14. Bad_cancer

    Bad_cancer Mauritius? 2nd speck east of africa

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    hmm, im still going with the red. The one with the designs is nice too (red and gold??).

    A/C filters, now why didn't i think of that? simple and effective.

    Great work and congrats on MOTM nomination! :D
     
  15. PopcornMachine

    PopcornMachine Snacker

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    I know I'm late to the conversation here, but very nice work. Just went through the whole thread, and very impressed.

    A computer that looks like furniture. Wish I knew how to do all that stuff. I've got all kinds of ideas, but know-how is a must.

    It will be interesting to see how the noise level is, but I don't think it will be a problem.

    As far as the sides go, if it were me I would use a nice clear acryllic panel on the one side. I know that would not be in keeping with the Mission theme, but I like to see my puter.

    Anyway, great job.
     
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  16. AnG3L

    AnG3L Ultimate Modder

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    This is so nice my friend, I can smell the wood and the varnish from here! :) I will use some pine wood for my creation but due to excessive heat I apply it bends so I have to use various techniques to "heal" it! I am really impressed with your work man! Bravo!!! :)
     
  17. Bob Squad

    Bob Squad What's a Dremel?

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    Have you thought about using stained glass for the panels? I used it on mine.

    Amazing work - hard to believe that is covered with veneer and not made of solid wood.
     
  18. keir

    keir S p i t F i r e

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    wow this is really really nice.

    Great work :)
     
  19. AFX

    AFX "Bling" Silver Mountain 2

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    Great work as always!
     
  20. perplekks45

    perplekks45 LIKE AN ANIMAL!

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    ^ What they said. :thumb:
     

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