Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

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Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

#61 Post by AntonZ »

Something similar goes for Duratex. Try on some scrap wood first. If it does not hold well, you can apply some black/darkgrey latex paint first (as a primer coat). Warnex will probably stick to that. Again, try on scraps first.

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#62 Post by Bruce Weldy »

Prime it first, then it should stick.

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Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

#63 Post by Bas Gooiker »

I used automotive 1/50 filler over screws and holes. Then some spray on automotive primer... works like a charm, Warnex will stick to that no problem.

If you gonna paint it white, make the horn mouths black for a nice contrast...
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#64 Post by Tom Smit »

Rickyvt wrote: The problem here is that I have some sunken screws hidden with filler. You remind me of my wife, she said just the same about staining it to match the bass :D
But I don't know if I'm gonna keep this bass as long as the Omni TB...
I, too, was thinking that a stain would look really good. That picture really shows it off nice.
Rickyvt wrote:The Tuff Cab technical data says not to paint over anything containing cellulose solvents like filler, primers... I've used the two component type filler with hardener 1:50. It doesn't state anywhere that it contains solvents. Would it be safe to use Tuff Cab then?
If you pre-paint the cab with a cheap paint, you should be able to use the Tuff Cab....similar idea when using Duratex on PL. :fingers:

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#65 Post by Rickyvt »

Thanks to all for the extra info on painting!
After rounding the corners and deciding on the color, I will definitely show the results!
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#66 Post by Rickyvt »

Bas Gooiker wrote:I used automotive 1/50 filler over screws and holes. Then some spray on automotive primer... works like a charm, Warnex will stick to that no problem.

If you gonna paint it white, make the horn mouths black for a nice contrast...
I was thinking about the same, and a glow in the dark UV phase plug :wink:
I think a stained look doesn't really match the design of the wheels so it will probably be a paint job...

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#67 Post by Rickyvt »

Found out that the mid driver wasn't hitting the phase plug, it was a combination of pedal/amp settings :slap:
Damn it sounds great. I think I'm going to make me some Jacks too...

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#68 Post by Rickyvt »

I rounded the edges, so some more photos...
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Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

#69 Post by Harley »

Interesting wheels there Rickvyt.

Do you have a close up shot of them please? Or a link?
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Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

#70 Post by Bas Gooiker »

Harley wrote:Interesting wheels there Rickvyt.

Do you have a close up shot of them please? Or a link?
The weels in the picture are:

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#71 Post by Rickyvt »

Indeed they're the ones I put on it. I made slight changes to the back panel and flanges to make it fit. Luckily the woofer just passes through :hyper:
And here is your close up:
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Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

#72 Post by bassmonster »

Interesting wheels. They look like rollerblade wheels, I wonder if they wouldn't rattle as much as regular casters at high volume?

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#73 Post by biggerrigger »

I was just thinking the same thing about the rattles. I have resorted to placing a piece of folded Coors Light beer box into the wheels every time I gig to keep the wheels from rattling. Yes that's right folks T39's at full tilt require you to drink a 12 pack of bottles to keep the wheels quiet. So drink up and Jam :mrgreen:
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Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

#74 Post by bassmonster »

Yep, I fold up pieces of paper for the same reason. 8)

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#75 Post by Rickyvt »

They are indeed kinda soft like roller blade wheels. For now no rattle at all. Haven't tested it at a real live gig but I can go pretty loud at my studio without disturbing the neighbours.

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