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Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Sat Sep 22, 2012 2:59 pm
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.

Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Sat Sep 22, 2012 2:59 pm
by Bruce Weldy
Prime it first, then it should stick.

Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Sat Sep 22, 2012 4:10 pm
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...

Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Sat Sep 22, 2012 11:16 pm
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:

Do you feel royal? Go with purple.

Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Sun Sep 23, 2012 9:43 am
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!

Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Sun Sep 23, 2012 9:48 am
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...

Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Mon Sep 24, 2012 8:10 am
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...

Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Mon Sep 24, 2012 12:54 pm
by Rickyvt
I rounded the edges, so some more photos...

Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Mon Sep 24, 2012 1:15 pm
by Harley
Interesting wheels there Rickvyt.

Do you have a close up shot of them please? Or a link?

Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Mon Sep 24, 2012 1:29 pm
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:

http://www.thomann.de/nl/adam_hall_3745 ... krolle.htm

Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Mon Sep 24, 2012 2:51 pm
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:

Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Mon Sep 24, 2012 6:27 pm
by bassmonster
Interesting wheels. They look like rollerblade wheels, I wonder if they wouldn't rattle as much as regular casters at high volume?

Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Mon Sep 24, 2012 8:20 pm
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:

Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Mon Sep 24, 2012 9:28 pm
by bassmonster
Yep, I fold up pieces of paper for the same reason. 8)

Re: Omni 15 Tallboy - my first build

Posted: Tue Sep 25, 2012 12:17 am
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.