Posted July 19, 2015 Author Update time! So while i was waiting for my brazing rods to arrive, I cut out some vents for the hot air from the hard drives to escape IMG_0251 by nmrci1, on Flickr Then it was time to braze everything together. Here's my ghetto brazing setup: B) IMG_0256 by nmrci1, on Flickr The four big pieces all brazed together. (I know it's a very bad picture and I'll try to get a better one) IMG_0289 by nmrci1, on Flickr In other news, I wall mounted my main monitor, so that it's the correct height. IMG_0254 by nmrci1, on Flickr That's all for now Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 25, 2015 Author So a small update this time. Last update I was building vertically, this time i working sideways. everything is just temporarily held together with duct tape for now IMG_0294 by nmrci1, on Flickr I also cut up an old case to get the motherboard tray and PCIe slots IMG_0292 by nmrci1, on Flickr IMG_0293 by nmrci1, on Flickr That's all for now Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 26, 2015 Author I also posted up a video on last week's progress it would be great if you guys could support my Youtube channel as well. I want to try to hit 30 subs by the end of the year. Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 12, 2015 Author Sorry there wasn't an update for while guys. I had to dedicate all my to school assignments. Only a small update this time. I trimmed the mobo tray and pcie slots. IMG_0330 by nmrci1, on Flickr My X carve cnc mill finally arrived as well! It still looks like a mess cause i haven't finished wiring it yet. I'll post up better pictures when I'm done. IMG_0331 by nmrci1, on Flickr Thanks for looking. Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 15, 2015 hey sorry for never replying to you before Forgot to sub, sorted it now, just hope I get email update notifications because they don't seem to work on my log. ?Thanks for the kind words & I think its down to how much you use the drive. if its often then I would keep the bay unless its going to make a major difference to the looks of the final build. saves all that messing about everytime you want to burn/play a disk.if possible, see how it looks when your almost done with the build, iv been doing that & changing things, redone some bits 3 or 4 times until i was 100% happy lolBTW, im trying to keep up with lots of forums & other site so if you have a FB page I could follow let me know, then I would get the info faster Rob Project Alternate - Complete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 16, 2015 Author hey sorry for never replying to you before Forgot to sub, sorted it now, just hope I get email update notifications because they don't seem to work on my log. ? Thanks for the kind words & I think its down to how much you use the drive. if its often then I would keep the bay unless its going to make a major difference to the looks of the final build. saves all that messing about everytime you want to burn/play a disk. if possible, see how it looks when your almost done with the build, iv been doing that & changing things, redone some bits 3 or 4 times until i was 100% happy lol BTW, im trying to keep up with lots of forums & other site so if you have a FB page I could follow let me know, then I would get the info faster Rob Thanks for subbing mate. If you want to keep up with the build maybe sub to my youtube channel. I usually post updates on there about a week later, but at least it'll be in your sub box. I also finished wiring up the cnc and hope to get it all working fine by the end of next week. Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 18, 2015 Thanks for subbing mate. If you want to keep up with the build maybe sub to my youtube channel. I usually post updates on there about a week later, but at least it'll be in your sub box. I also finished wiring up the cnc and hope to get it all working fine by the end of next week. Done, thanks would love to have a CNC, laser cutter & 3D printer, well i can dream lol Project Alternate - Complete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Posted August 21, 2015 Author Done, thanks would love to have a CNC, laser cutter & 3D printer, well i can dream lol Haha yeah lol. :lol: subbed... Thanks Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 21, 2015 Author I drew up a fan grill for the top 2 fans. What do you guys think? fan grill by /]nmrci1, on Flickr Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 21, 2015 Looks like a great grill, however do you think too much coverage could negatively impact performance? Whether this grill goes over intake or exhaust? Maybe as opposed to making it very detailed, go with a symbol or "icon" that resembles the build? Something that could take up less surface area? ᕦ(ò_óˇ)ᕤ PROJECT: GreenLANTERN (click to view) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 21, 2015 But nonetheless, it's AWESOME!! ᕦ(ò_óˇ)ᕤ PROJECT: GreenLANTERN (click to view) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 23, 2015 Author Looks like a great grill, however do you think too much coverage could negatively impact performance? Whether this grill goes over intake or exhaust? Maybe as opposed to making it very detailed, go with a symbol or "icon" that resembles the build? Something that could take up less surface area? Thanks mate. It's going over the exhaust fans up the top and it shouldn't cover up that much airflow, cause it's mostly covering the centre and most airflow goes found the sides. And with the insignia, I can probably do one with a PA and one with my insignia, since I have 2 fans, but I'm still contemplating. Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 23, 2015 Looks awesome, I wish I could do crafty things like that CPU- i7 5960x MOTHERBOARD- Asus Rampage V extreme RAM- 32gb Corsair Dominator Platinum ddr4 2800mhz GPU- 2X EVGA GTX 980 SC in SLI PSU- Corsair ax860 CASE- Corsair Obsidian 750d COOLING- EK cpu+dual gpu custom loop (ek supremacy evo, dual gtx 980 copper/acetal waterblocks) MOUSE- Logitech g502 proteus core KEYBOARD- Ducky shine 3 cherry mx blue switches and blue LED MONITOR- Samsung u28d590d UHD STORAGE - 120 gb samsung 850 evo ssd, 960 gb ocz trion ssd OS- Windows 10 pro http://pcpartpicker.com/p/jtP8GX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 23, 2015 Author Looks awesome, I wish I could do crafty things like that Well I have lots of crafty progress today. So last night I finally mocked up the power supply cover with duct tape. IMG_0332 by nmrci1, on Flickr Then this morning I got all the parts attached together with pop rivets, don't worry they won't show up in the final. IMG_0333 by nmrci1, on Flickr Then it was time to braze. I can't actually believe I finished all of that in one day. IMG_0338 by nmrci1, on Flickr IMG_0340 by nmrci1, on Flickr So next update I hope to finish filing the frame and finish brazing. Thanks for looking, nmil Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 26, 2015 Author So I'm currently having trouble deciding on how I should mount the panels. Currently my 2 ideas are either epoxy so it looks seamless, or button head hex bolts which look quite cool. What do you guys think? Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 26, 2015 If you want an "industrial" look go for the hex bolts, otherwise I would say epoxy so it looks seamless like you said. I would appreciate the fine detail like that in a build more than something that will stand out. ᕦ(ò_óˇ)ᕤ PROJECT: GreenLANTERN (click to view) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 26, 2015 Author If you want an "industrial" look go for the hex bolts, otherwise I would say epoxy so it looks seamless like you said. I would appreciate the fine detail like that in a build more than something that will stand out. Yeah, the only problem with using all epoxy is that it is not strong enough to hold up the back panel, meaning I would have to use something else as well to take the strain, such as pop rivets Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 26, 2015 So I'm currently having trouble deciding on how I should mount the panels. Currently my 2 ideas are either epoxy so it looks seamless, or button head hex bolts which look quite cool. What do you guys think? I would suggest using the button head hex bolts. Main reason being; if you ever have to take it apart. If you use epoxy, once that panel is on, it's on for good. Plus I prefer the look of the button head hex bolts - but ultimately it's up to you, since it's your build. Make it how you want it. My Systems: Main - Work + Gaming: Spoiler Woodland Raven: Ryzen 2700X // AMD Wraith RGB // Asus Prime X570-P // G.Skill 2x 8GB 3600MHz DDR4 // Radeon RX Vega 56 // Crucial P1 NVMe 1TB M.2 SSD // Deepcool DQ650-M // chassis build in progress // Windows 10 // Thrustmaster TMX + G27 pedals & shifter F@H Rig: Spoiler FX-8350 // Deepcool Neptwin // MSI 970 Gaming // AData 2x 4GB 1600 DDR3 // 2x Gigabyte RX-570 4G's // Samsung 840 120GB SSD // Cooler Master V650 // Windows 10 HTPC: Spoiler SNES PC (HTPC): i3-4150 @3.5 // Gigabyte GA-H87N-Wifi // G.Skill 2x 4GB DDR3 1600 // Asus Dual GTX 1050Ti 4GB OC // AData SP600 128GB SSD // Pico 160XT PSU // Custom SNES Enclosure // 55" LG LED 1080p TV // Logitech wireless touchpad-keyboard // Windows 10 // Build Log Laptops: Spoiler MY DAILY: Lenovo ThinkPad T410 // 14" 1440x900 // i5-540M 2.5GHz Dual-Core HT // Intel HD iGPU + Quadro NVS 3100M 512MB dGPU // 2x4GB DDR3L 1066 // Mushkin Triactor 480GB SSD // Windows 10 WIFE'S: Dell Latitude E5450 // 14" 1366x768 // i5-5300U 2.3GHz Dual-Core HT // Intel HD5500 // 2x4GB RAM DDR3L 1600 // 500GB 7200 HDD // Linux Mint 19.3 Cinnamon EXPERIMENTAL: Pinebook // 11.6" 1080p // Manjaro KDE (ARM) NAS: Spoiler Home NAS: Pentium G4400 @3.3 // Gigabyte GA-Z170-HD3 // 2x 4GB DDR4 2400 // Intel HD Graphics // Kingston A400 120GB SSD // 3x Seagate Barracuda 2TB 7200 HDDs in RAID-Z // Cooler Master Silent Pro M 1000w PSU // Antec Performance Plus 1080AMG // FreeNAS OS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 26, 2015 Yeah, the only problem with using all epoxy is that it is not strong enough to hold up the back panel, meaning I would have to use something else as well to take the strain, such as pop rivets Ah, I see. Makes sense for sure. Not completely sure what would be better structurally between solutions to use, but if it was me I would probably get some flat head rivets and call it a day. There's really no reason to get too fancy, especially on the panels. ᕦ(ò_óˇ)ᕤ PROJECT: GreenLANTERN (click to view) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 28, 2015 Author I would suggest using the button head hex bolts. Main reason being; if you ever have to take it apart. If you use epoxy, once that panel is on, it's on for good. Plus I prefer the look of the button head hex bolts - but ultimately it's up to you, since it's your build. Make it how you want it. Ah, I see. Makes sense for sure. Not completely sure what would be better structurally between solutions to use, but if it was me I would probably get some flat head rivets and call it a day. There's really no reason to get too fancy, especially on the panels. Thanks for the help guys, I'll probably be going with the button head screws. The only question is whether i should leave them black, or paint them white? Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 28, 2015 Author So I drew up the top panel for the case. I did both the one with PA on the second fan hole and another one with NMIL on the second fan hole. top panel pa by nmrci1, on Flickr top panel nmil by nmrci1, on Flickr So what do you guys think, first one or second one? Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 28, 2015 Thanks for the help guys, I'll probably be going with the button head screws. The only question is whether i should leave them black, or paint them white? What if you get stainless (silver/chrome) button head screws? My Systems: Main - Work + Gaming: Spoiler Woodland Raven: Ryzen 2700X // AMD Wraith RGB // Asus Prime X570-P // G.Skill 2x 8GB 3600MHz DDR4 // Radeon RX Vega 56 // Crucial P1 NVMe 1TB M.2 SSD // Deepcool DQ650-M // chassis build in progress // Windows 10 // Thrustmaster TMX + G27 pedals & shifter F@H Rig: Spoiler FX-8350 // Deepcool Neptwin // MSI 970 Gaming // AData 2x 4GB 1600 DDR3 // 2x Gigabyte RX-570 4G's // Samsung 840 120GB SSD // Cooler Master V650 // Windows 10 HTPC: Spoiler SNES PC (HTPC): i3-4150 @3.5 // Gigabyte GA-H87N-Wifi // G.Skill 2x 4GB DDR3 1600 // Asus Dual GTX 1050Ti 4GB OC // AData SP600 128GB SSD // Pico 160XT PSU // Custom SNES Enclosure // 55" LG LED 1080p TV // Logitech wireless touchpad-keyboard // Windows 10 // Build Log Laptops: Spoiler MY DAILY: Lenovo ThinkPad T410 // 14" 1440x900 // i5-540M 2.5GHz Dual-Core HT // Intel HD iGPU + Quadro NVS 3100M 512MB dGPU // 2x4GB DDR3L 1066 // Mushkin Triactor 480GB SSD // Windows 10 WIFE'S: Dell Latitude E5450 // 14" 1366x768 // i5-5300U 2.3GHz Dual-Core HT // Intel HD5500 // 2x4GB RAM DDR3L 1600 // 500GB 7200 HDD // Linux Mint 19.3 Cinnamon EXPERIMENTAL: Pinebook // 11.6" 1080p // Manjaro KDE (ARM) NAS: Spoiler Home NAS: Pentium G4400 @3.3 // Gigabyte GA-Z170-HD3 // 2x 4GB DDR4 2400 // Intel HD Graphics // Kingston A400 120GB SSD // 3x Seagate Barracuda 2TB 7200 HDDs in RAID-Z // Cooler Master Silent Pro M 1000w PSU // Antec Performance Plus 1080AMG // FreeNAS OS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 28, 2015 Author What if you get stainless (silver/chrome) button head screws? Good idea, but I can't find any places near me that sell button head screws that aren't black. I'll keep trying though Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted August 30, 2015 Author So a small update this time. I got the X-Carve completely finished and setup. x carve finished by nmrci1, on Flickr If you guys want see everything that I've done to the CNC, you can check out the video below. And I finished brazing the frame, now all that's left is filing. IMG_0357 by nmrci1, on Flickr That's all for now guys, I won't be able to post any update for a while since I got exams coming up Cheers, nmil Check out my YouTube channel here and don't forget to subscribe :D Current build: Project Athena Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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