Pink Floyd's The Wall

[mnpctech]

This project is finished

Case Mod by mnpctech.com (http://www.mnpctech.com)

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/1PinkFloydComputer.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/WallPP4.jpg

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So ya
Thought ya
Might like to go to the show.
To feel the warm thrill of confusion
That space cadet glow.
Tell me is something eluding you, sunshine?
Is this not what you expected to see?
If you wanna find out what's behind these cold eyes
You'll just have to claw your way through this disguise.

"Lights! Turn on the sound effects! Action!"
"Drop it, drop it on 'em! Drop it on them!!!!!"

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/Kingwin.jpg

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http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PRWall3.jpg

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Professionally Powdercoated Red Chassis

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/wallchs1x.jpg

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[fillip]

ARRRRGGGGHH!!! NO WHAT HAVE YOU DONE!!!!




only kidding! :D Is that powder coated again? looking yummy!

[Starbuck3733T]

How are you supposed to have any pudding when you didn't eat your meat???

MORE!

[mopery]

Cool

[mnpctech]

Momma loves her baby
And daddy loves you too.
And the sea may look warm to you babe
And the sky may look blue
But ooooh Baby
Ooooh baby blue
Oooooh babe.

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/wallhammer.jpg

[dutchcedar]

Okey dokey... a hammer and a hole... you been hangin' out at the strip club again? You friggin' tease. :rant:


:D

[Kckazdude]

That last pic looks almost scary.

[Pug]

LMFAO @ dutch :lol:

Bill - Only one hammer? Aah, now I see the update, it makes sense.
Very good. :applaud:

[mopery]

:eek: :eek: mmmmmm..... mpctech worklogs

[Nexxo]

...too much goodness... must... keep... calm... :eek:

[mnpctech]

If you should go skating
On the thin ice of modern life
Dragging behind you the silent reproach
Of a million tear-stained eyes
Don't be surprised when a crack in the ice
Appears under your feet.

[scopEDog]

Momma loves her baby
And daddy loves you too.
And the sea may look warm to you babe
And the sky may look blue
But ooooh Baby
Ooooh baby blue
Oooooh babe.



http://prudhoe.codeword.com/mnpctech/aWall/wallhammer.jpg

http://prudhoe.codeword.com/mnpctech/aWall/walltopB4.jpg

Bill is so skilled he can cut out a 120mm hole with a hammer! Let me see any of you guys do that! :D

...oh and i love the cad drawings ;)

[Starbuck3733T]

OMG he's using sketchup! (I think)

[mrplow]

Whoever does your powdercoating must be a very rich man by now, lol

[mnpctech]

If you should go skating
On the thin ice of modern life
Dragging behind you the silent reproach
Of a million tear-stained eyes
Don't be surprised when a crack in the ice
Appears under your feet.
You slip out of your depth and out of your mind
With your fear flowing out behind you
As you claw the thin ice.


http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/B1.jpg

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The custmer requested "Pink Floyd Inc" text
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/BezelMod11.jpg

[Starbuck3733T]

Hrm... acrylic front ala macroblack?

[mnpctech]

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll9m.jpg


Tools:
Black & Decker Rotary Cutter: $39.95 kit from Home Depot
1, Dremel cutting disc (included in B&D kit)
1, Dremel Sanding Drum attachment (included in B&D Kit)
Dremel High speed Cutter attachment #125
Table vise
Hand file
Paint Brush
Exacto
Paper
Ruler


Supplies:
Plastruct (http://www.plastruct.com/) Plastic Styrene Sheet .020"
Check out "Working with Styrene" (http://www.trains.com/Content/Dynamic/Articles/000/000/001/877lqnwa.asp) by Model Railroader magazine
600 grit sandpaper
Testors Silver metallic model paint
Plastikote Flexible Primer
Plastikote Classic Black Laquer
Krylon Banner Red Laquer
Krylon Polyurethane Gloss Clear
GOOP Adhesive
3M 1/4" low tack tape (Green)

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll1.jpg


http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll2.jpg


http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll3.jpg

Donor Flacon design grill
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http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll5.jpg


http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll6.jpg

Stencil made in Photoshop
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http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll8.jpg


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Using this technique (http://www.mnpctech.com/Dremel.html) to cut Styrene
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll9b.jpg


http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll9c.jpg

High speed cutter for finsihing edges
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http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll9d2.jpg

[Fibbles]

HOLY JEBUS that is good. :eek:

[gumby]

ya, that is pretty sweet, nice job man <thumbs up>

[mnpctech]

Scuffing surface w/ 600 grit before primer
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll9d3.jpg


http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll9e.jpg

PLastikote Flexible Primer for Plastic
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http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll9g.jpg



Sanding primer w/ 600 grit
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll9h.jpg


Applying Krylon BANNER RED
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Preview of 120mm grill for blowhole
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http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll9k.jpg

Waiting for Clearcoat!
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[gumby]

so that's all plastic?

[Greeny]

I think it's two thin plastic sheets with a layer of polystyrene inbetween, model makers use it a lot. I'm pretty sure it's sometimes called foam-cardboard over this side of the pond. If it's not that then methinks it's just plastic like you get in a model making shop. Could be wrong though.

Looking highly sexual so far.
:cool:

Cheers for the linkage to your pro dremmel work as well, I keep losing/forgetting that link. Bookmarked.
;)

[Pug]

http://prudhoe.codeword.com/mnpctech/aWall/PFGrills/PFgrll9m.jpg *Pug bows down and begins the "not worthy" mantra (again)* :cool:

[Starbuck3733T]

I have an assload of that stuff, I just did a model of the goliath fascia with it... no dremel though, cut it with an exacto knife BY HAND. Yes, it took many, many hours. it told me what I needed to know though!

[mnpctech]

Youre the 2nd person who told they used an exacto also. I just didn't have the patience. Samething w/ acrylic and plexi. I bought one those specialty knives, (sighed after the 3rd pass) and looked over at the Power tools :wub:

[Breach]

That is looking awesome, will the case rock more than the theme?
Either way, i tip my hat to you sir.

How many albums are you pulling ideas from ( if not all of them)?

Brew

[gumby]

u get the window pannel back yet?:) :)
wanna see the goods man!

[Silverstrand]

Tis Saturday. Where are the final details? ^_^

[mnpctech]

window pieces arriving next week. I planned on having the front illuminted "Pink Floyd Inc" panel done, but red LEDs I ordered haven't arrived. Sooo.. I worked on other cases this week. Next week! :)

[fillip]

... Speaking of LEDs


Does anyone know where i can get hold of 3mm & 5mm purples?

http://www.ledsupply.com/l3-0-v5th15-1.html

Thats the only place i've found and they only have 5mm. Plus they're not the cheapest, although, they are still much cheaper than the 'violet' LEDs i found in the Mappers catalogue

[mrplow]

... Speaking of LEDs


Does anyone know where i can get hold of 3mm & 5mm purples?

http://www.ledsupply.com/l3-0-v5th15-1.html

Thats the only place i've found and they only have 5mm. Plus they're not the cheapest, although, they are still much cheaper than the 'violet' LEDs i found in the Mappers catalogue

I have 20 or so I think... if you only want a couple I can hook ya up (5mm though)
I got them off some ebay LED guy

[Starbuck3733T]

http://www.lsdiodes.com/3mm/

Ultra violet = purple. true pruple LEDs are white LEDs with a purple casing on the chip.

[fillip]

http://www.lsdiodes.com/3mm/

Ultra violet = purple. true pruple LEDs are white LEDs with a purple casing on the chip.Hmmm, well Maplin over here sell some clear violet LEDs that aren't ultra violet, they're just extortionate @ over £2 each! But either way, it doesnt matter if the casing gives the colour, just need to find some

Mr Plow i may be interested, if i can find anything i may get back to ya, but i'm gonna keep checking ebay as you did, cheers

[mnpctech]

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFgrll3.jpg

Supplies needed
Plastruct White Styrene Sheet .010[/url]
1/8" thick Plexiglass cut to whatever size you wish.
Epoxy adhesive
SuperGlue
800 grit sandpaper
Jigsaw for cutting plexiglass
Exacto Knife
Black Pen
Velcro strips
3M Heavy Duty "double sided" adhesive tape
Plastikote flexible primer
Plastikote Classic Black Laquer
Deft Polyurethane clear
Red Clearphane film (optional)

4" CC light kit from performance pcs (http://www.performance-pcs.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=72_108&products_id=506&osCsid=a722354d568bc773367399b6968d0fd6)

Design on paper ready to be cut out.
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFpanel1.jpg

Cutting stencil w/ Exacto knife
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Finished stencil w/ cut outs
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFpanel3.jpg

Plastruct sheet
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Using stencil and Black pen to trace letters onto Plastruct
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After cutting out tiny letters w/ Exacto knife, (3.5" wide Plexi-glass for referencing)
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFpanel6.jpg

Finished Plastruct piece. Floating portions of letters will be glued on.
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFpanel7.jpg

Look @ Light table I used
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Sanding Plastruct w/ 800 grit paper
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Plastikote Grey Flexible primer
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFpanel9a.jpg

PLastikote Class Black Laquer
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFpanel9b.jpg

[Starbuck3733T]

Dope. replied on ars too!

[mnpctech]

Polyurthane clear (after 24 hrs) You can buff out clearcoat w/ rubbing compound after 3 - 4 days
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFpanel9c.jpg

At this point, I epoxied the Plastruct cut-out onto the Plexiglass

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[mnpctech]

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[Starbuck3733T]

Sweeet!

[dutchcedar]

I like the green deuce roadster... <_<

Oh... the case too... B)

[mnpctech]

Thanks guys :)

Give me couple weeks and I'll put this hammer to use. (in a good way)

Just some visual inspiration.

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/MHammrs1.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/MarchingHammers2.jpg


About time dutch got Finky up ;)

[toby]

so would that make it hammer time then?hmmm sorry for the mc hammer reference, but keep up the good work!

[Kickass]

Hi mate excellent progress.

I thinks the fan would look better if the label was removed :)

[mnpctech]

I thinks the fan would look better if the label was removed Label is removed. Its an LED fan :) (which is too whiny for my tastes)

[mnpctech]

Whatever happened with that hammer?

Imagine it smashing into top of case... makes nifty carrying handle as well.

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFhammerhead2.jpg


16 gauge steel backing plate provides rigidity (mounts beneath top panel)
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFhammerPlate.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFhammerfastener.jpg

Case mounting plate welded to head
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http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFhammerCarry.jpg

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[kazuo]

:eek: wow, amazing. great idea and great realization *bows down*

[mnpctech]

Thanks Kazou!

Chris deserves all the credit for the window. I just fed him the idea and he went off running. It wasn't nearly as easy as he planned. There was a couple hurdles along the way. The sliver size clear accents running along the hammer handles had to be laser cut. He also discovered the surface of the acrylic would burn if you tried polishing it w/ anything other than soapy water.

[Silverstrand]

I love the hammer handle idea. Great job so far.

[mnpctech]

Uh oh, looks like my order of Super Sculpey arrived on Saturday! :h34r:

[Starbuck3733T]

OMFG that window is nuts! I guess he can do acrylic waterjet cuts.

I think I may have to IM that fellow - i've got an assload of work for him to do.

He doesn't happen to have a laser etch machine too does he ? :)

[mnpctech]

He doesn't happen to have a laser etch machine too does he ?
No, but he may be able to outsource it for you.

Sculpey time!

I had first heard about Super Sculpey (http://www.sculpey.com/Products/products_poly_supersculp.htm) from Paul Capello. He used it as the baby embryo in his Matrix Rebirth 8.0

The plan is to mold the "face in the wall" over the Kingwin intake grill (roughly 3.5" x 5") Open mouth will act as the cool air vent. A large gap already exists beneath bezel so the mod won't be detrimental to intake airflow. The face will later be colored in by Airbrush.

I couldn't have done this mod without the Wooden Clay tools... Truley a neccessity for detailing

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/BezelMod3.jpg

Clay Modeling tools are must have!
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/ClayTools.jpg

No honey, this isn't Play Doh
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[mnpctech]

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/face2.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/face3.jpg

At this point I'm thinking "OMG, Its former President Jimmy Carter" :rant:

Making teeth look proportional in clay is P.I.T.A.
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/face4.jpg

[mnpctech]

discovered the face was looking a bit long... I chopped off the chin and scaled back the extra clay. Then discovered the jaw was becoming very thin and may not hold up in the oven. So I found some modeling wire to help reinforce the jaw line.

Trying to make everything to scale while still being in proportion is a P.I.T.A....Especially with Gerald's awesome illustration..

I've had to learn as I go so its probally taking me a lot longer than anymore who works with clay

Thats about where I am right now... Next I start molding the stretched skin on either side of the face, refining the teeth and other details, then apply the face to the intake grill before baking it in the oven..


http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/face5.jpg

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[kazuo]

great clay work so far. I'm also working with clay right now, I ordered 10kg of SCI Autostyle Light Clay to start my Sentinel project.

[Starbuck3733T]

Man - you just keep expanding your areas of art don't you. Impressive.

PS: Kazuo - what does 'proll' in your avatar mean?

[mnpctech]

Thanks mun! You realize you'll have to get some Sculpey now too ^_^

PS: Kazuo - what does 'proll' in your avatar mean? I was wondering the same thing :huh:

[kazuo]

I didn't want to misuse your thread but since you're asking the same question, I'll explain it. :lol:

As you can see the smiley is holding a chain with a pendant showing the Lian Li Logo (I know it's small but you might notice it if you do a double take)
So the English version of "proll" would be "bling, bling". It is German slang and bling bling would be the best translation. ^_^

[Starbuck3733T]

Ahh then the mystery is solved.

[dutchcedar]

Hey, you're setting a bad example by having too much fun... :rant:

Just kiddin'. Carry on with the insanity... :lol:

[Da_Rude_Baboon]

lol nice clay work! If i'd tried that it probably would have ended up looking like a malformed penis just before it bounced off the wall at high velocity. :lol:

[Starbuck3733T]

Hahahahah

[mnpctech]

Molding along here...

added stretched skin and smoothed out face...

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/face8.jpg

Baking Instructions from Super Sculpey
Super Sculpey should be cured in a preheated 275 degree F (130 degree C) oven for 15 minutes per quarter inch of thickness. DO NOT MICROWAVE. For example, a piece of ½" thickness would be cured for 30 minutes.

Into Oven (cookie sheet with alum foil)
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Out of Oven after 60 mins. (no shrinkage, but stretched skin curled slighty)

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/face9c.jpg

Stainless steel sheet will mount over intake grill. Theres large opening beneath bezel, so limiting intake air to "molded mouth" won't be detremental to cooling.

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/face9a.jpg

[mnpctech]

Glue stainless plate onto intake grill (spring clamps) (24hr cure time)

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/face9d.jpg

Glue face onto plate

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/face9e.jpg

Intake grill reinstalled.

Next, off to Lin for coloring and mural of brick wall airbrushed over bezel.
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/face9f.jpg

[Silverstrand]

That is just to awesome for words. :P

oh, and nice new sig.

[Breach]

http://wizdforums.co.uk/images/smilies/eek.gif Bad Ass

[Starbuck3733T]

Word.

[fivecheebs]

I have been trying to think of the appropriate words for a post here but i simply cant.

This case is one hell of a lot more than simply just another brick in the wall.

I wish i had that kind of imagination to dream up this kind of mod.

[mnpctech]

Thanks dudes!

Window panel arrived back from Chris.

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFwin1.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFwin2.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFwin3.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFwin4.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFwin5.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFwin6.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFwin7.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFwin8.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/WallPP2.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFWinstalled1.jpg

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http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFwinOct6b.jpg


I'll paint that and hopefully piece everything back together within 2 - 3 weeks. Then start planning airbrush mural design to pull everything together. Ought to be wild

[Pug]

Well I'll be buggered! :blink:
No word of a lie man, you're thinking along such similar lines* as me sometimes, it's spooky. :eek:
*(I've been toying with the idea of a bas-relief type dragon on Hex for a few weeks now but I was going to sculpt it from some type of hardened filler or resin using a dremel & some pointy diamond bits. I've never even heard of Sculpey.)

Any ideas how paint/bondo might take to it when blending in?
Any guidelines as to preparation for same (sealing primer, etc.)?
What's it made of? :unsure:

intrigue++ :cool:

[mnpctech]

Any ideas how paint/bondo might take to it when blending in?Sculpey recommends acrylic paint. I'm going to disobey that
No reason why Bondo wouldn't adhere to it. Go for it!


Any guidelines as to preparation for same (sealing primer, etc.)?I'm gonna treat it is if I was painting plastic. Sand it w/ 500 grit and apply flexible primer and laquer or enamel paint. (never use both of these paints together, your paint will lift and crack)


What's it made of?Polyethylene (Polymer) PVC is made from Polymer.

[mnpctech]

side shot @ YAAAAAAAAA!!!!

[mnpctech]

Hey Teacher!, Leave those kids alone...

[Darv]

Damn!!! :eek:

That looks amazing B)

[Endo]

amazings an understatment!!!!!!!!!

[fivecheebs]

Wow! :eek: gimmi gimmi gimmi ..... want ... NO .... NEED!

Absolutely fantastic.

Any chance of some high res pics pretty please :)

[dutchcedar]

Hey, that's some cool sheeit. Slick job. :unsure:

[Greeny]

Brilliant work... Keep them coming.

It's on the front page of ModTheBox (http://www.modthebox.com/) as well I see.
;)

[mnpctech]

Cool Greeny, Thanks everyone! B)
Unable to upload high res pics to my Server till later this week... Long story<_<,
but I've taken some close-ups

[mnpctech]

another pic

[mnpctech]

I like this one

[mnpctech]

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFpanelVer2c.jpg


Coolmaster 80mm White LED fans.. These were the quietest 80 LED fans I've used yet @ 25 dBA

[mnpctech]

Reinforced plate for top hammer handle (16 gauge steel)

[mnpctech]

Reinstalling top panel

1/8" (3mm) pop rivets

[mnpctech]

pop!

[mnpctech]

Hammer handle installed.

Image of brick being smashed will be painted beneath hammer

http://www.mnpctech.com/PFhammerAFT.jpg


http://www.mnpctech.com/PFhammerAFT2.jpg

[mnpctech]

Floyd fans, shot me some ideas for mural to be painted on right panel.

http://www.mnpctech.com/PFhammerCarry2.jpg


I was thinking of doing something like this...

[kazuo]

nice work, Bill. I love the hammer handle. ^_^

[mnpctech]

Thanks Kazuo!

I'm just kicking around ideas for mural on right side panel. I like the album sleeve artwork so far... Input is welcome :)

http://www.mnpctech.com/WallSleeve1.jpg


http://www.mnpctech.com/WallSleeve2.jpg

[Da_Rude_Baboon]

I personally would go for the top image as the bottom one is a bit busy.

[jedimas729]

Hey Mnpctech how much super scupley did you use? I am thinking of using some of it on a project I am working on but I dont want to get too little. Your mod looks awesome! I hope someday I can do stuff that even remotely looks as professional as yours does!!:D

[mnpctech]

I personally would go for the top image as the bottom one is a bit busy.

Thanks. I'll take that into account... I may however, do something entirely different :D

Hey Mnpctech how much super scupley did you use?

I used just over 1/4 of the 1lb box... I bought it @ Micheals Arts & Crafts Retail store at local Mall.. I think theyre nationwide

[jedimas729]

Guess I have bad luck then as my fiancee and I went to Michaels yesterday and they didnt have! lol! Guess the one nearest to us is not stocked well! I saw some on ebay that I will probably buy! Thanks!:D

[mnpctech]

Cool, just make sure its Super Scupley version. Theres a few different variants of Scupley

[jedimas729]

Well I saw this: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=28122&item=8133148924&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

and this one:http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=28122&item=8132563857&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

I'll probably bid on it later tonight if I can!:D

[mnpctech]

Thats it!

Have fun :)

[jedimas729]

Yay! Heres hoping I win! I dont have the best of luck when it comes to ebay! Oh well!:D

[mnpctech]

I always wait till the last 30 secs before I bid.. I'll open 2 windows, keep refreshing bid page so I can track count down, while having another window open to bid submission button with my next bid already entered...

This method never fails me, but I also have cable connection ^_^ Ebayers hate me :D

[mnpctech]

This mural was proposed to me by Godfoot and Lunamods @ pimprig. I think its the best suggestion so far

Photochopped

http://www.mnpctech.com/HammerMarchCase.jpg

[fillip]

This mural was proposed to me by Godfoot and Lunamods @ pimprig. I think its the best suggestion so far

Photochopped



Fits the scheme of the case much better than previous suggestions - i like!

[Starbuck3733T]

done as a case skin/applique or as an actual airbrushed mural?

[Da_Rude_Baboon]

I agree with Fillip, that mural fits in much better. :)

[shinji]

:eek: :eek: :wacko: :wacko: :eek:

[mnpctech]

done as a case skin/applique or as an actual airbrushed mural?

Definately Airbrush.

Although the Hammers may be done in vinyl

[Darv]

Me likey. It works very well with the case scheme.

[Starbuck3733T]

Ahh good mnpctech, glad to hear you're not taking the easy way out :)

[mnpctech]

Ahh good mnpctech, glad to hear you're not taking the easy way out

LOL, helps when one of the state's best custom painters is now working for you :)


Heres what it looks like before Lin starts his artwork.

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFwinOct6.jpg

Hammers come right out at you
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFwinOct6b.jpg

[fillip]

Is this a custom build for a client or one you'll be hanging onto yourself?

[mnpctech]

Client. A very patient Client I might add...

There was some talk on another forum about making window hammers march as per a pendulum effect via motorized mechinism. These obviously are remaining inside the window, but I could model another pair and mount them over these. I have no idea what I'd look at for time and I've already extended this project longer than estimated

[TekMonkey]

Nice work. I love Pink Floyd. B)

[fillip]

There was some talk on another forum about making window hammers march as per a pendulum effect via motorized mechinism.
Hmmm, maybe a window cut out of marching hammers, but animated... hmm, not sure about that, may just be overkill on an already great case - don't want too much going on.

Great work though since i forgot b4.

[mnpctech]

Nice work. I love Pink Floyd.

Welcome to WizD TekMonkey :) and thanks!


hmm, not sure about that, may just be overkill on an already great case - don't want too much going on.

I hear ya mun.

[Knipex]

Color me impressed.

Very nice..

[Jet Black]

wow im new to the forums but ive been following ur work for a while. youve inspired me with the kingwin case mods uve done (specfically ur gruntville and floyd). im much a floyd fan even though im a little younger than the rest of yall out there (only 18). ok so im plannin to mod a kingwin and i just wanted to kno how much it cost for the powdercoating that was done on ur case.

a link to ur powdercoater and airbrusher will be appreciated.


p.s for the black/red colors do u have to tell them a color code? or is it simply paint my case black and red. lol i kno dumb question

[mnpctech]

Welcome to WizD Jet Black.

More info about powdercoating here (http://www.wizdforums.co.uk/showthread.php?t=32)

You can find powdercoating services under "Metal Coating" in your area phone directory for more info and quotes.


Airbrushing is done by mnpctech's painter, Lin Anderson. I elaborate on costs in this WizD thread (http://www.wizdforums.co.uk/showthread.php?t=753)

[fillip]

I love that!! Blue Peter method fails so go the whole hog with a large slam of aluminium and industrial strength tape.


That last pic' looks awesome btw! :blink:

[Breach]

When you wrapped that CCFL did the cellophane dull the brightness at all or did it just give it a deeper red?

And awesome case btw, youve outdone yourself with this one, must see more!http://wizdforums.co.uk/images/smilies/biggrin.gif

[mnpctech]

did the cellophane dull the brightness at all or did it just give it a deeper red?

Deeper Red.

The Directron 4" Red CC (http://store.yahoo.com/directron/4i.html) actually is more red in person. My camera gives it orange-look. $4.99 was a great deal

[mnpctech]

All time fav fanbus. Simple and effective design. Easily adapted to bay covers to fit your paint scheme. 17 watt Fanbus (http://store.yahoo.com/directron/rheobuskitb.html) Sold under Sunbeam and other names.

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFfanbus1.jpg

Adapted to powdercoated drive bay cover.
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFfanbus3.jpg

LEDs emit RED @ low/mid speed, BLUE @ high speed
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFfanbus4.jpg

[Starbuck3733T]

Great stuff bill, its the little things that matter. i'm cameraless atm (tiz at jen's house) and i just did a few small wire cleanups in goliath and it made a huge difference to me. finally sleeved the main ATX connector, sleeved the line to the MAX1668, and ran them through some self-adhesive loops to guide the wiring.

[mnpctech]

Hear ya. After talkin modular PSUs here yesterday (Toby's H2O case) I ordered the Antec Neo Modular PSU for my Tsunami. That should motivate me to clean my wires ^_^

[Starbuck3733T]

Enjoy man... I looked at one of those and it wont work for my application - the connectors would hit the radiator. Sticking with the venerable 400W channel well tech, takes a beating and keeps on going.

Do I see words painted on the top of the case there?

[fivecheebs]

Do I see words painted on the top of the case there?
Thats what i wondered.... song lyrics perhaps?

[Starbuck3733T]

I'd assume that, but ya never know

[mnpctech]

lol, I wasn't gonna say anything till all the panels are finished :lol:

Yes, its lyrics ^_^

[biggiy6]

lol, I wasn't gonna say anything till all the panels are finished :lol:

Yes, its lyrics ^_^
You gotta hide your surprises better than that. Everyone wants to see so we all look for the little details:D

[Toast]

WOW that is Awesome!! For those USB and firewire connections on the front did you buy them or make them? I was looking for something like that, with the wires to attach to the mother board. Did they come with the wires? I have found ones without the wires, but my wiring skill sucks so I need them with the wires.

[mnpctech]

^^ Kingwin comes w/ front USB

Installed temporary system w/ Zalman HSF for photo ops. Opposite the 12" LED bar is a 4" red cold cathode attached to HD cage.

You can see some of the light switchs in the back.

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFMB2Web.jpg


The window illumination is amazing in person. These are actual photos without adjusting hue/saturation :h34r:

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFWIN1Wb.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFWIN2Wb.jpg
The blue image is The Wall displayed on my monitor in corner of room as I edited photos.

[fillip]

The blue image is The Wall displayed on my monitor in corner of room as I edited photos.

That's an actual reflection in the paint work too isn't it?! :h34r:

You've done an awesome job on yet another case, well done dude.

[fivecheebs]

OMG! those hammers are beatiful.... i want to stroke them. Cant wait to see it as a whole.

[Starbuck3733T]

Keep raising the bar and you'll run out of post, mandinga... :D

[mnpctech]

Man, I can almost see light at end of tunnel now.... Its been an awesome journey w/ this project

All alone, or in two's,
The ones who really love you
Walk up and down outside the wall.
Some hand in hand
And some gathered together in bands.
The bleeding hearts and artists
Make their stand.

And when they've given you their all
Some stagger and fall, after all it's not easy
Banging your heart against some mad bugger's wall

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFLyrics2.jpg

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFLyrics.jpg

[Starbuck3733T]

:h34r:

[herbert_goon]

mnp - sublime work as usual. :eek:

[mnpctech]

Lin's airbrushed mural!

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFMuralwb.jpg


Finished, at last!
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/PFFrontwb.jpg

[fillip]

:blink: :h34r: :eek: :blink: :h34r: :eek: :blink: :h34r: :eek:

...or words to that effect.

[Silverstrand]

That side panel is simply amazing. Wow!

Bill, can you take a shot of the top with the fan turned on?

[Jewels]

Just AWESOME!!.... :blink: :D Just LUSH :wub: :wub: :wub:

[Vedder323]

Bill... I recall the first time you talked to me about this mod... I cant believe you pulled it off so well. As a huge fan of the band, ill tell you right now it captures the album right down to the bone. I certianly wouldnt mind seeing this one in a few mags bro! You DESERVE some attention!

MNPCTECH= "Godfather of Mod-Masters"

Keep up the UBER work!

[Jewels]

I assume you "uniquely" sign/stamp your creations, Bill?

A collector's item, for sure.... B) :D

[biggiy6]

:blink: :eek: :blink: :eek: :blink:

Pardon my language but HOLY SHIT! That is so cool Bill, I cannot believe how well that turned out. LIN! That dude is insane omg he has no limits! I can't believe how well he did that. Amazing simply amazing.

[toby]

top notch, great to see the finished project, i think its owner is going to be very very happy!

[Yellowsnow17]

Excellent work yet again. I especially love the fan grill on the top panel!

[Knipex]

:eek: :eek: :cool:

[dutchcedar]

Aye Bill, simply awesome!!!

I love the hammer handle... gnarly. ^_^

[fivecheebs]

:eek: absolutely astonishing!

You and Lin .... its like port and stilton, both quality in thier own right, put 'em together and its so hard to beat.

[Breach]

Thats totally sweet man, I think all Floyd fans can rejoice around that :D

btw what does the switch on the bottom do?

[mnpctech]

Thank you!! :wub:

what does the switch on the bottom do?

It triggers the "Pink Floyd" front panel... Having castors allows you place toggles and other goodies beneath your rig. I gotta kick out of using castors.

I didn't have much time to remeber to trigger all the lights while doing photos last night, but heres the top grill in all it's glory.. taken w/ flash

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/120topgrillwb.jpg

[furious trout]

stunning


absolutely


stunning
:wacko: :wacko: :wacko: :wacko:

[drago]

hi

i from israel

http://prudhoe.codeword.com/mnpctech/aWall/PFFanbus/PFfanbus3.jpg whet type off paint you use ?
spray?
if show whet type

[mnpctech]

whet type off paint you use ?

It was Powdercoated.

Powdercoat Goodness (http://www.wizdforums.co.uk/showthread.php?t=32) thread

[Risky]

Fine work, damm fine work......etc ad inf.

[drago]

thenks man . in israel you can see modding www.hwzone.co.il (http://www.hwzone.co.il).

how old ar you ? i 35 and you ?

[Yaik]

thenks man . in israel you can see modding www.hwzone.co.il (http://www.hwzone.co.il/).

how old ar you ? i 35 and you ?
Drago,
That website doesn't have an english version... kind of hard on where to find pictures. :cool:

[mnpctech]

Hi Drago, are you customer in Israel who ordered Modders Mesh from me this week?

[drago]

Drago,
That website doesn't have an english version... kind of hard on where to find pictures. :cool:ites Hebrew website . bat you can see work off people.
http://www.hwzone.co.il/gallery/albums.php

[drago]

Hi Drago, are you customer in Israel who ordered Modders Mesh from me this week?I wanted to oreder the chain plate but shippment is too expensive

but your work is amazing

[mnpctech]

Thanks drago. I'm also 35 :cool:

[fillip]

Thanks drago. I'm also 35 :cool:You don't look a day over 34 ;)

:D

[NO TACT]

Pink Floyd = Great
This Case = Hard to Express In Words

Very impressive.

[Starbuck3733T]

Welcome to the boards NO TACT. Stop by the hellos and introductions thread (http://www.wizdforums.co.uk/showthread.php?t=51) and tell us a bit about yourself :)

[mnpctech]

Thanks NO TACT

Welcome to WizD :cool:

[hanonimo]

Wow ;)

[Starbuck3733T]

Welcome aboard hanonimo! Glad to have you here.

[mnpctech]

Welcome to WizD hanonimo!

Your T-REX Waterblocks = B)

[fillip]

Welcome hanonimo

Why not introduce yourself here - http://www.wizdforums.co.uk/showthread.php?t=51 ^_^

and I'd love to see these waterblocks of yours as I seem to have missed out :unsure:

[n0fo]

:) very good work

[Oxide]

You my friend are a fricken god, I've never seen something that high quality

[ỒĊBłůē]

Hey hanonimo,

I'd love to see these waterblocks of yours

Likewise, is this (http://www.abcdrivers.com.br/noticia.asp?codigo=4806) one?

[fillip]

Very nice. B)

[mnpctech]

Thank you :)

and Welcome to WizD! :magic:

[Ganksta187]

I just joined this site today and looked all over at differnet posts. Many por looking case, good work. The best of all are the ppl. Nobody is cocky about their work, very humble...
Awesome.. Keep up the good work..

[fillip]

I just joined this site today and looked all over at differnet posts. Many por looking case, good work. The best of all are the ppl. Nobody is cocky about their work, very humble...
Awesome.. Keep up the good work..

It's sort of an ethos that WizD has that no one person/modder is bigger than the forum, or any other individual for that matter (though there are ovbiously people with greater skills than others). We're here because we love our computers, modding and water cooling among other mutual interests.

Many other popular forums have fallen victim to arrogance and supremacists who have little time for the newer guys.

Everyone is welcome @ WizD we're receptive to any kind of input folks may have irrespective of their areas of interest or expertise http://wizdforums.co.uk/images/smilies/thumb.gif

Welcome and enjoy.

[Starbuck3733T]

well said fillip.

[FastRedPonyCar]

Man that case is just unreal... I haven't had time to do much forum stuff due to lots more work and less play time but that case is just... amazing. I've got a good friend who is one of the biggest pink floyd fans that nearly pee'd his pants when he saw this.

So what's next? :D

[Brewman]

New to modding and the board. mnpctech I only have 1 word...Awesome....simply awesome! Keep up the good work and giving me some ideas!

[CertainlySteve]

It was Powdercoated.

Powdercoat Goodness (http://www.wizdforums.co.uk/showthread.php?t=32) thread

Speaking of powdercoated goodness...

Harbor Freight and Tools of PA has powdercoating systems for sale for 59.99. Mfrd by Chicago Electric Power Tools, they're saying it lists for 99.99 or so... Just thought I'd let everyone know. There happens to be a store location in Allentown here, and I was going to go out there and have a look at what their selection was like. If anyone would like me to pick one up for them and ship it, they can PM me ;^P

Because we all know people like bill are do-it-yourselfers... and what better to do yourself, than powdercoating?

[biggiy6]

Speaking of powdercoated goodness...

Harbor Freight and Tools of PA has powdercoating systems for sale for 59.99. Mfrd by Chicago Electric Power Tools, they're saying it lists for 99.99 or so... Just thought I'd let everyone know. There happens to be a store location in Allentown here, and I was going to go out there and have a look at what their selection was like. If anyone would like me to pick one up for them and ship it, they can PM me ;^P

Because we all know people like bill are do-it-yourselfers... and what better to do yourself, than powdercoating?

There was some talk about powerdercoating systems a while back. Everyone figured that it wasn't worth the money because of the heat needed to fuse the powder to the surface.

[mnpctech]

Welcome Brewman :-)


Speaking of powdercoated goodness...

Harbor Freight and Tools of PA has powdercoating systems for sale for 59.99. Mfrd by Chicago Electric Power Tools, they're saying it lists for 99.99 or so... Just thought I'd let everyone know. There happens to be a store location in Allentown here, and I was going to go out there and have a look at what their selection was like. If anyone would like me to pick one up for them and ship it, they can PM me ;^P

Because we all know people like bill are do-it-yourselfers... and what better to do yourself, than powdercoating?


Anytime someone mentions Harbor Freight, my immediate reaction is "You get what you pay for" Don't let me deter you (haha), but trying to save a few bucks always knips you in the butt later on. These starter set-ups with lamps that require re-adjusting the piece as it cures?! No thanks! :angry: You want a Powdercoating oven and a decent unit starts at $6000. You'll also want a paint booth and ventilated/filtered space/respirator/paint suit/ for using this stuff. Otherwise youre risking your health breathing in this crap.

For PCing equip, check out Eastwood Company (http://www.eastwoodco.com/jump.jsp?itemType=CATEGORY&itemID=460)

[mnpctech]

Its Tuesday, Sept 27, the Server hosting photos for this project log is temporarily down. I'm working on resolving this matter asap.

In the meantime, you'll find more awesome worklogs by WizD members in the Chop Shop (http://www.wizdforums.co.uk/forumdisplay.php?f=16)

Please say Hello and Introduce yourself to WizD Forums here (http://www.wizdforums.co.uk/showthread.php?t=2185)

Welcome to WizD! :toast:

[HAMMER!]

"Eins, Zwei, Drei, ALLE!!!"

Huh, the Waiting for the Worms is my favorite song (from the Wall)!
This is a computer in the pictures? Becouse very nices, the marching hammers...is beautiful!
So, please write letters to my adress!
amagompATfreemailDOThu
I'm a hungarian.
A HUNGARIAN PINK FLOYD FAN.
The biggest Floyd fan all over the world!

Hammer!

[Tool46and2]

this is complete madness! I LOVE IT! DUDE if i had the money you would build me the SICKEST case ever!

[doorman444]

man that is one sweet case

[mnpctech]

Thank you and Welcome to WizD! :magic:

Please introduce yourselves here (http://www.wizdforums.co.uk/showthread.php?t=2185)

[mnpctech]

^ Nice work barcode779! I like the socket head screws :cool:

Welcome to WizD, Introduce yourself here (http://www.wizdforums.co.uk/showthread.php?t=2185)

[Marquee]

That is a nice grill still. you make custom ones too?

[dragracing_fan]

hi everyone, im new, would you be interestes in selling this case as i am a very VERY VERY big pink floyd fan??

[fivecheebs]

Welcome to WizD

Check back and the begining of the worklog, im pretty sure it was commisioned.

[mnpctech]

Yea, this one is residing somewhere in Arizona.. at least it was in Oct 2004.

Welcome to WizD :magic:

You can email any inquiries you have about my work here (pcbuilder@mnpctech.com)

@cheebsy:thumb:

[kleefarr]

That looks wicked. :D

I was wondering, as your a Floyd fan, maybe you would like to cast a vote in a small poll that is being conducted HERE! (http://www.satellites.co.uk/php-bin/forum/showthread.php?p=296695&posted=1#post296695)
You will see that at the moment they are in second place, but they are a long way behind Queen. :eek:

Floyd rock! :thumb:

Kevin

[Andrew]

Ok lol ..... i realize this is an old topic but....

I am a HUGE!!!!!!!!!!!!! Floyd fan and the Wall is my favorite movie/album ever.

I was on google and saw a pic of this so i came in and saw your work and...WoW!!!!!

I dont even know what this site is for or what it's about but i just had to tell you how amazing your work was on this.

Hopefully next time i buy a tower i can get it customized so it looks even as half as good as this!!!

[THRASHER2]

That looks wicked. :D
Floyd rock! :thumb:

Kevin


I am a HUGE!!!!!!!!!!!!! Floyd fan and the Wall is my favorite movie/album ever.



Welcome to WizD Guys :wiz::toast::dremel::thumb:

[Deadbot1]

WOW, that is spectacular. And made right here in Mn. How cool is that.

[Techx]

amazing job

[dragracing_fan]

indeed it is awesome, although ive already said that

[mnpctech]

Thank you! :toast:

If you're new to WizD, please introduce yourself here (http://www.wizdforums.co.uk/showthread.php?t=2185)

We've got plenty of workbench space and outlets for your power tools here :dremel:

[blick]

Absolutely gorgeous!!! Great, great work!

[mnpctech]

Oi!

Photos are now recovered for this worklog. (HD in Server died few mons ago)

4.5 hours of searching thru folders XD

[metall wall sculpture]

It seems that i am just on time, there is something to learn on this forum. Nice job guys, you know what you are doing.

[death_blooms]

i love the way even the finest unseen details are perfected here eg fan grills