4 18" 5400's and 8 passives "WOW!"

**robertcharles123** · **06-14-08, 12:39 AM**

The stain is done and color is like I want. What should I do with the tung at this point if you can elaborate that would be fantastic.

Thanks,

Robert

**jkoll42** · **06-15-08, 06:19 PM**

My best results with watco/fornbys(sp?) tung/teak/danish oil is as follows:

Use a foam brush for application - easy and cheap with good result. Soak veneer with finish and allow to set for about 15mins. Reapply and let sit for about another 15. Really get a good amount on the wood - it should be soaked. After 15 mins, wipe ALL oil off. The wood should be as dry as possible. If there is extra sitting on the wood it will get gummy and screw things up.

Allow to sit for 24hours to dry. Use 0000 steel wool to smooth all surfaces. Clean any dust from wool off and repeat above procedure. Keep repeating these steps. You will know you have enough applications when the entire surface of the wood is evenly satin gloss. Usually for me it has taken about 5 coats. You will get gloss on the harder parts of the grain a long time before the soft sections.

After everything is good to go let it dry for at least a few days. A week would be ideal but i usually get to anxious and jump the gun

Go over it again with 0000 and dont be afraid to use a little muscle. The oil penetrated and hardens in the wood so you are not going to screw things up. You want to make sure that everything is smooth.

After the wool, put a couple of layers of wax on it. I really love Briwax and believe it is the best out there. 2 layers of this and you are good to go. Buff out with a cloth and you are set. Make sure to apply wax with 0000 also.

A few things to note

Some woods will weep excess oil after you have completely wiped them down. Keep an eye on it the first application and see if this is the case. If it weeps you will have to wipe down avery half hour or so until it stops.

When using wool between coats make sure you get the edges good - it is easy to miss and you can end up with a lot of roughness along the edges.

Hopefully this helps - if anyone else has some tips to add please do! Just dont follow directions on the bottle!

**harleyhualer-sc02** · **06-22-08, 01:03 AM**

Hi, Robert

Im a couple miles from you in Slidell La. and I would like to asked that you keep your system voulme to a min, since I don't have any earthquake ins. lol But what i really wanted to know is where did you get the the TC Sounds LMS 18's and PR's.

**robertcharles123** · **06-22-08, 01:12 AM**

tc sounds 9 months ago.

**mgboy** · **06-25-08, 07:01 PM**

Any more updates? I've really enjoyed reading/looking at your progress so far am even I'm getting anxious to see the end result, and hear your subjective reviews. I'm sure it'll be the best feeling to finally fire it up in place and see what it can do (at 20 percent gain. =P )

**robertcharles123** · **06-26-08, 08:42 PM**

I'm in the process of finishing the baffles. I have sealed them and ready to sand and then prime.

Pictures by next week.

**ccdoggy** · **07-09-08, 03:38 AM**

Any updates?

**SQCherokee** · **07-09-08, 10:41 AM**

wow....I like that finish...I'm sure you probably stated this in the begining...but its been a while since I read the first few pages....but is that baltic birch you used for the cabinetes?

**robertcharles123** · **07-10-08, 03:09 AM**

I am currently gathering product and getting the grill system worked out. The granite top and bottom are being done for me.

The cabinets are multiple layers of MDF and 13 ply Oak Plywood. The Oak was very clean and smooth.
I got 2 beautiful panels that were perfect matches for each other for the front panels. The oak was a good choice as far as strength, but it was very difficult to work out the finishing of the panels. But, alas, the finish is done on the front and rear. The top and bottom will be taken care of with the granite, so The baffles and grills are where I need to direct attention now. Hopefully, in the next week or so, I will get some real progress.

Thanks,

Robert

**Owen Bartley** · **07-10-08, 04:59 PM**

I really want to see how this thing turns out. The exotic (or at least unique) material projects are really interesting. At some point I was thinking about a thick slate top for a subwoofer, but it didn't go very far. Maybe once I see your finished result it will inspire me!

**robertcharles123** · **07-16-08, 05:59 PM**

Grill progress.

Actually feeling good about this. Once I cut into the baffles, it felt right. Hope it works.

Good luck,

Robert

**robertcharles123** · **07-20-08, 02:58 AM**

More progress on the grills

**robertcharles123** · **08-15-08, 02:08 AM**

Here is what I have so far. I am waiting on the primer and paint. Hopefully, the granite will be done soon. At this point, the baffles have been sealed with 3 coats satin poly and sanded smooth. They seem to be ready for primer.

Good luck,

Robert

**atledreier** · **08-15-08, 05:25 AM**

That is gonna be wicked! Bet you're pretty anxious to hear those puppies!

**sub_crazy** · **08-15-08, 04:04 PM**

Outstanding work so far. Looks like the finish is going to match the performance and then some. I can't wait to see the finished product.

**Sonnie** · **08-15-08, 05:06 PM**

New Orleans ain't all that far. When is opening ceremonies going to be?

The mother... no... the GRANDDADDY of all sub systems!

**thxgoon** · **08-15-08, 06:55 PM**

Looks nice! I really like the baffle you put on there.

**SQCherokee** · **08-18-08, 04:08 PM**

Man...this is insane...cant wait to see everything finished and installed.

**luv.dk** · **08-28-08, 06:41 AM**

My first reply ever on forum. This project is what i have been looking for, for ever........nice job.

best regards
Peter/Denmark.

**sssnake** · **08-30-08, 06:26 PM**

From the stand point of too much is never enough this is COOL! But I also have a part of screaming WHY? That's a lot of cash to drop.

**robertcharles123** · **08-30-08, 11:04 PM**

As you all know, I live in New Orleans. We are out of here. They say 15-2 feet ofwater with massive winds. I amsorry about not keeping up, but if you look at the AVS-sorry, but this is a special situation- I have posted a little info.

Got to go,

Robert

**tenzip** · **08-31-08, 12:51 AM**

Good luck. Hope it all comes out well for you (and everyone else down there).

**robertcharles123** · **11-14-08, 12:11 AM**

Well, I have not been keeping up with the speakers because of a broken hand.

**sub_crazy** · **11-14-08, 01:09 AM**

Sorry to hear about your hand Robert.

If I had those WMD's I would probably revert to using my feet to finish but then again crazy is my last name

If I was closer I would definitely offer up some help to finish if only to feel the mule kick to the chest when there done.

**robertcharles123** · **11-15-08, 03:45 AM**

Yes, I wish I knew at least one other person who had at least a small interest in subs or speakers for that matter who lived close to me, but no such luck.

These cabinets are really big and I just don't want to hurt myself or damage what I have already done. Soon, I hope to be going forward again.

Thanks,
'
Robert

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