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Re: Hey Pauly! [message #47775 is a reply to message #47771]

Fri, 23 September 2005 12:07

paully
Messages: 7
Registered: May 2009

Esquire

The Studio II speakers are definitely what I am interested in and I appreciate letting me know they are the right thing. The truth of the matter is they really don’t have to be overly incredible (though I am sure they are) for a simple office system to play in the background while my wife and I put together a puzzle and surf the net. They just need to be enjoyable.

Wayne has already offered to send the plans to me. The help on this forum is exceptional, I think I am sold if the plans come through and I can either do them easily myself or find someone here who can do it for me.

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Or MDF [message #47776 is a reply to message #47766]

Fri, 23 September 2005 12:07

GarMan
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Registered: May 2009

Illuminati (2nd Degree)

Or, you can bring a cutting diagram to a store and have them cut all twelve panels for you to size from one sheet of 4x8 MDF. Bring the scraps home with you for bracing. The entire sheet of MDF should cost you about $20. Then prime and paint. Kitchen melamine paint works well but requires multiple coats.

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You've got mail! [message #47777 is a reply to message #47773]

Fri, 23 September 2005 12:41

Wayne Parham
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Registered: January 2001

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Kits include the speaker drivers, the connector panel, hook up wires, "π" logo decal and a printed copy of the plans. All you'll need is the cabinet and some of your time to put it together.

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Re: Hey Pauly! [message #47778 is a reply to message #47775]

Fri, 23 September 2005 13:57

Bill Epstein
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Location: Smoky Mts. USA

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It isn't economic to ship boxes but if you can get together the parts, send me the front baffle with return postage and I'll cut the holes.

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Re: Hey Pauly! [message #47779 is a reply to message #47778]

Fri, 23 September 2005 15:06

paully
Messages: 7
Registered: May 2009

Esquire

I would be willing to take you up on that, you are very generous to offer. I was trying to figure out what I was going to do in that regard. I think I read that pine and particle board were recommended, but just to double check what are some good wood options? I have the plans so I will see if I can get them cut this weekend if at all possible.

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Re: Hey Pauly! [message #47780 is a reply to message #47779]

Fri, 23 September 2005 15:24

Wayne Parham
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Registered: January 2001

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I recommend MDF or Baltic Birch plywood. You can use whatever veneer or finish you desire.

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Re: Hey Pauly! [message #47781 is a reply to message #47780]

Fri, 23 September 2005 19:50

Matts
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Registered: May 2009

Grand Master

I think Bill Epstein was suggesting the pine as a quick & simple way to build and minimize the process....good idea, too if that's your goal. If you don't take him up on the baffle offer, I've got tools to cut the holes (but not if it's MDF- I hate the dust.) Also, if you use screws, the newer thin drywall screws are great- thinner, and create more clamping force than wood screws. If you are going to get the wood cut at a store, do a 3-D drawing first to make sure you allow for the board thickness where needed. Wayne's plans are for exterior dimensions. G'luck!

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Re: Hey Pauly! [message #47782 is a reply to message #47781]

Sat, 24 September 2005 00:08

Wayne Parham
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Registered: January 2001

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I thought by laminated pine he was talking about plywood.

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Re:Not plywood [message #47783 is a reply to message #47782]

Sat, 24 September 2005 04:34

Bill Epstein
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Location: Smoky Mts. USA

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Meant for table tops and shelves. Narrow pieces glued up into wider widths, not really laminations as we think of them in plywood. Should limit seasonal movement and they are quite flat and have nice straight edges.
Some 12's, some 18's (widths), 6d finish nails and carpenters glue would be all you need to build boxes.
At my Home Depot or Lowe's the panel saw is off square and they use the tape attached to the frame to size your cut. That leaves you to square the pieces during glue-up and trim the edges that protrude. And that requires a sharp plane or router which defeats the purpose of working w/o buying more tools.

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