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Old Jul 23, 2006 | 04:29 AM
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This is the first fiberglass enclosure that I have built. Just to let you know that the DIYers out there can do it. With alot of time, patience and about $100.

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Old Jul 23, 2006 | 04:34 AM
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Here are the rest of the pics. The top of the box is made of 3/4 in MDF. I hope this helped.

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Old Jul 23, 2006 | 05:17 AM
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Hey looks good.
 
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Old Jul 23, 2006 | 06:38 AM
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THATS FREAKING SICK! I like it! .... Please list a few details like materials used and how much of them... you know a step by step... It looks simple enough.... DAM thats a nice enclosure... How think do you need to lay the glass to get a good solid enclosure? did you port it or not.... ??? I just may build me one of those... My main problem is that I still want to keep my fold down floor....

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Old Jul 23, 2006 | 09:58 AM
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That looks nice. I might try something like that but only to the large side. I keep my duty belt in the small side. Any idea what that thing weighs? Looks like it's heavy.
 
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Old Jul 23, 2006 | 05:07 PM
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Is there any way to keep the folding floor with that?

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Old Jul 23, 2006 | 09:30 PM
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hows it sound.... looks nice...
 
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Old Jul 24, 2006 | 02:39 AM
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Looks sweet!!! You should market those. I'd buy one.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2006 | 05:23 AM
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you could, but it would rattle really bad. we tried it on a couple here at our shop, and eventually the hinges actually loosen up
 
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Old Jul 24, 2006 | 09:16 PM
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You want the box to be about 5 layers thick to prevent flex. It sounds so awsome. This is the 4th box I have had with the same tens. This one is by far the best sounding and best looking.

MATERALS USED

Fiberglass Matt (Qty 3)
1 1/2 Gal Fiberglass Resin with hardner
Containers to mix (about 10)
Latex gloves
Cheap paint brushes, horse hair style (Qty 10)
Sheet of 3/4 in MDF, 8x4
Free stir sticks
Screws
All Porpose Liquid Nails
Two rolls Blue Painters Tape, Med width
Aluminum Foil
Biz Queen for the floor so no mess

 
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