Could explain how you did the floppy front in more detail ?
I tried the same but screwed up (two times, so I had to buy other fronts). I was wondering how you pulled that off.
the floppy was drilled and then filed out - not a easy thing to do unless your an expert and I believe macro has been a proffesional in minature technology for a long time so its one of those things that you can look but never re-create to his standards....
Maplin part number...YR66W for the smaller jobbies!
I've worked with other peoples blanking plates and it puts added pressure on you.
One mistake and its all over.
Koolvin will vouch for that for some work I did for him.
These skillz and tips are what I go by:
Professional tools of the highest standard
Stable platform to work on
Dedicated Workshop or space
Good lighting
A steady hand
Patience
I've worked in many trades that have helped me believe in my ability and given me the confidence to tackle just about anything.
So what have I done?
Built Luxury Boats
Worked in the building trade
Renovated a house all trades master of none ;)
Worked in the motor trade
Banger racing
Customised Scooters
The first thing I ever modded was a Vespa 90 back in 1982 when I changed the handle bars so that I could fit a square head lamp in what was a round one.
I get as much fun as being different and eye catching as I was then. Different medium but same concept.
Originally posted by Koolvin My secret sources say....yes! it will be available soon to buy! maybee i'm wrong maybee im not! stay tuned to find out!
:eek: OMG! dammit! I just ordered those knobs (finally found a place in the US) and I was about to order a pcmods rheobus this week BUT NOW, i guess i'll have to wait (and return/sell those knobs). that would seriously be a kick a$$ fan control unit! OMG, please tell me it's true. As Koolvin would say, neeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeed! Only two concerns, will it fit behind a b0rg door :D and can i get it shipped to the US?
My secret sources say....yes! it will be available soon to buy! maybee i'm wrong maybee im not! stay tuned to find out!
hehehe
me is becoming a little impatient. :( any updates or news about future availability??? i'm trying to hold myself back from ordering the pcmods rheobus and doing it myself. I know making one myself would be the best way to go but I'm in dire neeeeed of a piece of work by macroman.
OK guys, bad news i'm afraid. :( The company that was going to market the unit has pulled out. So at the moment the electrobus is currently unavailable for purchase. :mad:
Originally posted by macroman OK guys, bad news i'm afraid. :( The company that was going to market the unit has pulled out. So at the moment the electrobus is currently unavailable for purchase. :mad:
Sorry for any inconvenience caused.:o
You must be frustrated :( Are you gonna try to find another company ? I'm sure the demand is out there ?
You must be frustrated :( Are you gonna try to find another company ? I'm sure the demand is out there ?
It is frustrating after the time and effort spent developing it as a commercial product, but that's life. The demand seems to be high, I get several dozen emails a week asking me to sell or make them.
At the moment, I have moved on to other things so, unless a suitable company comes along, people will have to make their own for the forseeable future. :(
I'd second the demand issue. I don't think sales would be a problem for a device of this quality. The only issue, as far as I can see, would be price.
Macroman, how much would each unit cost, as a rough estimate?
It is frustrating after the time and effort spent developing it as a commercial product, but that's life. The demand seems to be high, I get several dozen emails a week asking me to sell or make them.
At the moment, I have moved on to other things so, unless a suitable company comes along, people will have to make their own for the forseeable future. :(
I'm sooo happy with mine and its only half as cool as yours :) Shame you manufacturer couldnt come through for you :( But hey thats life .
Originally posted by macroman OK guys, bad news i'm afraid. :( The company that was going to market the unit has pulled out. So at the moment the electrobus is currently unavailable for purchase. :mad:
Originally posted by Lordflash Might try the silver paint they use for war hammer or what ever its called to see what sort of match that makes with the aluminium.
Beter yet, find some alumminum paint (yes, there's actual alum in it.) There's two cans in our basement for some reason. Cheaper than buying an alum case at any rate.
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ReplyCould explain how you did the floppy front in more detail ?
I tried the same but screwed up (two times, so I had to buy other fronts). I was wondering how you pulled that off.
Thanks.
www.maplin.co.uk
the floppy was drilled and then filed out - not a easy thing to do unless your an expert and I believe macro has been a proffesional in minature technology for a long time so its one of those things that you can look but never re-create to his standards....
Maplin part number...YR66W for the smaller jobbies!
cause i am VERY interested in it.
One mistake and its all over.
Koolvin will vouch for that for some work I did for him.
These skillz and tips are what I go by:
Professional tools of the highest standard
Stable platform to work on
Dedicated Workshop or space
Good lighting
A steady hand
Patience
I've worked in many trades that have helped me believe in my ability and given me the confidence to tackle just about anything.
So what have I done?
Built Luxury Boats
Worked in the building trade
Renovated a house all trades master of none ;)
Worked in the motor trade
Banger racing
Customised Scooters
The first thing I ever modded was a Vespa 90 back in 1982 when I changed the handle bars so that I could fit a square head lamp in what was a round one.
I get as much fun as being different and eye catching as I was then. Different medium but same concept.
My secret sources say....yes! it will be available soon to buy! maybee i'm wrong maybee im not! stay tuned to find out!
hehehe
:eek: OMG! dammit! I just ordered those knobs (finally found a place in the US) and I was about to order a pcmods rheobus this week BUT NOW, i guess i'll have to wait (and return/sell those knobs). that would seriously be a kick a$$ fan control unit! OMG, please tell me it's true. As Koolvin would say, neeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeed! Only two concerns, will it fit behind a b0rg door :D and can i get it shipped to the US?
<<staying tuned>>
mod-arena.co.uk
no competition for bit-tech of course who will allways stay my #1 mod site :D
p.s if you boyz need help with the site then i would be willing to be your man.. drop us a mail ;)
p.s you can check out some of my graphix work at gfx-effects.co.uk (thought it may swing you to say a big yes )
Bare metal foil co
I would try any electrical parts retailer as its quite common
me is becoming a little impatient. :( any updates or news about future availability??? i'm trying to hold myself back from ordering the pcmods rheobus and doing it myself. I know making one myself would be the best way to go but I'm in dire neeeeed of a piece of work by macroman.
Sorry for any inconvenience caused.:o
You must be frustrated :( Are you gonna try to find another company ? I'm sure the demand is out there ?
It is frustrating after the time and effort spent developing it as a commercial product, but that's life. The demand seems to be high, I get several dozen emails a week asking me to sell or make them.
At the moment, I have moved on to other things so, unless a suitable company comes along, people will have to make their own for the forseeable future. :(
Macroman, how much would each unit cost, as a rough estimate?
I'm sooo happy with mine and its only half as cool as yours :) Shame you manufacturer couldnt come through for you :( But hey thats life .
well that sux. :(
SWEEETT!!!!! :D:cool:
Me too :D
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