fEarful™ 12/6 Cutkit Assembly

Supertanker · #1 06-06-2009, 01:47 PM

fEarful™ 12/6 Cutkit Assembly Thread

I started this thread so those of us with 12/6 cutkits (thanks Swift!) could work together on the assembly of our cutkits.

Here's mine:

Codger · #2 06-06-2009, 02:04 PM

What about making grills from this or this. They come in pairs. Could probably shear out four out of a pair. Something like 15" x 20.375".

Works out to about $12 plus shipping for each grill.

Supertanker · #3 06-06-2009, 02:52 PM

1-Eminence 3012LF
1-18 Sound 6ND410 or Eminence Alpha 6
1-Crossover (2 way/3 way)
Hardware (corners, handles, grill, tee nuts, screws, feet)
Misc - (acoustic padding)
Build accessories (glue, claps, etc.)

Sources for parts:
www.speakerhardware.com
http://www.loudspeakersplus.com/

I also found this step by step guide for building speakers:
http://www.popularmechanics.com/tech...o/4274625.html

rpsands · #4 06-06-2009, 03:08 PM

I'm sure you guys know but if you use a 6ND410 instead of Alpha 6, you need to pad that sucker back a lot (like 6db).

edit: fixed :P

flight120 · #5 06-06-2009, 03:14 PM

Why would you use 6ND410 AND an Alpha 6?

rpsands · #6 06-06-2009, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flight120

Why would you use 6ND410 AND an Alpha 6?

Because I suck at typing.

flight120 · #7 06-06-2009, 03:39 PM

I'm just giving you a hard time, I think anyone ordering these cutkits should probably be acutely aware of the driver choices and differences. The fEarful thread(s) have had lots of discussion and gone into great detail on the pros & cons of these drivers.

Swift713 · #8 06-06-2009, 04:25 PM

Hey there gents, I've pmed you all about one or two of my errors with the kits. khedspeth was kind enough to alert me to. As for the elves, they told me they were going to hitch-hike and or hop freight trains so they could see the country on their way to your respective locals. Besides, you wouldn't want to find a squashed elf in your kit would you?
I've subscribed to this thread so don't be shy about chewing me out when you find more mistakes.

Matt

khedspeth · #9 06-06-2009, 05:04 PM

about 5 minutes with a hand miter saw and problem solved. Went together like a charm. Got half of it clamped and drying.

**Chef** · #10 06-06-2009, 05:12 PM

subscribed

greenboy · #11 06-06-2009, 05:23 PM

I tend to reccomend ReliableHardware for most of the parts, because that gets you grilles cut to your spec, with a greater choice in grilles. I prefer the most open space, a figure which they kindly supply, though I think I spotted a typo'd figure last time I was there.

A tip on cutting, especially the diamond extruded type: don't use a grinder type cutting wheel for a table saw. The extra thickness makes for potential problems. Instead, use a hand grinder with a fresh cutting wheel on it. Clamp the material down with a long straight chunk of 1x4 or similar as a guide, right over and edged to the line you want to cut (you can even forgo tape marking), with that all overhanging your table slightly.

Then you can simply run the cutting wheel's open side right up against the guide board surface to cut straight and true. It may polish up the guide wood but unless you screw the pooch that's all it does. Don't rush or use a lot of pressure and you get really consistent clean cuts.

EDIT: Don't foget eye and hand protection. I often use the blue latex/cotton landscaping gloves because of their tight fit and sure grip for these type of jobs - and when dealing with PL Premium ; }

khedspeth · #12 06-06-2009, 05:54 PM

How have/are people planning on clamping the bracing while the glue dries? Am I fine without clamping? I really don't want to use screws if possible.

Kevin

Codger · #13 06-06-2009, 09:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by greenboy

I tend to reccomend ReliableHardware for most of the parts, because that gets you grilles cut to your spec, with a greater choice in grilles.

Thanks. I couldn't remember the name of that place. Priced reasonably.

Swift713 · #14 06-06-2009, 10:11 PM

I put the back panel of the cabinet on last. The bracing I glued each side's assembly together like a cross and then installed as a unit. This way you can use fewer clamps. With the red label Tight Bond you can just stick things together with glue and they stay. Or you can put some kind of weights on it.

xbassmanx · #15 06-07-2009, 08:24 AM

Your timing is excellent Swift!

When I got home from work yesterday my 15/6 kit was waiting for me. Yesterday was my birthday.

I haven't opened it up yet since yesterday was an evening of steaks, enchiladas, cervesas and family.

**Chef** · #16 06-07-2009, 08:30 AM

If anyone has a 15/6 kit they're just never gonna get to using, please pm me...

xbassmanx · #17 06-09-2009, 06:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by khedspeth

How have/are people planning on clamping the bracing while the glue dries? Am I fine without clamping? I really don't want to use screws if possible.

Kevin

This thread has been kinda quiet....everybody busy I guess.

Well tomorrow weather permitting, I am gonna give it a go.
I'll probably put the box together first thanks to the nice dado work Swift did for us. Then with the back off I'll add the bracing.

I am gonna use a nail gun with 18 gauge brads so I can move clamps where I need them.

Supertanker · #18 06-09-2009, 06:35 PM

My goal is to get started glueing by the weekend.

I'm gonna go to Home Depot and get some glue and claps tomorrow and hopefully get started soon after...

Supertanker · #19 06-09-2009, 06:40 PM

Cab coatings explained - sort of

lbwdog · #20 06-09-2009, 06:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Supertanker

I'm gonna go to Home Depot and get some glue and claps tomorrow and hopefuend.
lly get started soon after...

A timely antibiotic injection will help get rid of the claps!!