After moving into a house to make the boss / wife happy, I now have a small two car garage...I have to improvise. (The old garage was 28 deep, 32 wide with 12 foot ceilings) I built a shed for lawn equipment, but have a 28 ton log splitter I modified and fabricated a dozen different attachments to pull/push bearings and other automotive repairs that require force. A tray of 3/4" steel, 2' x 3' slides over the bottom foot and tightens with 4 bolts. I drilled holes for adaptor plates & other fixtures. It works sooo great for many projects. Note; the splitter wedge end on the ram is removable...so if your in the market, look for one that comes off for adaptors you can use for many things. I even made one to break the bead on tires. Since my log splitter can be vertical or horizontal, it become more versatile. It helps that i have a 150 amp MIG welder for fabrication. Retired ASE Master Tech

Seems like every time I post a question, I find it answered in another video. I couldn't find this video and was wondering how you are able to do this with the mesh. Now I know, thanks again for all your hard work and very informational videos.

when making the tape depth marker on your drill bits, try leaving a bit of the tape sticking out like a flag, that will wipe away the sawdust, making it easier to see what you're doing

Hey early notification squad! Thanks for your support! I appreciate you turning on the "bell notification" near the subscribe button so you never miss a new video. :) Who has tried their hand at molded metal mesh? Who plans to in the future?

@allanb3222

7 жыл бұрын

CarAudioFabrication Sometimes the notification doesn't show up till allot later... geez come on KZread.

@teigen13

7 жыл бұрын

Working on a project and I think I'm gonna try put some metal mesh to it ;) The result looks so cool for such a "simple" detail and especially with the LED under lighting acryllic!

@soopadoopa808

7 жыл бұрын

this is so boss man ,when ever I hve the time , and when I have the space money and tools I will be doing build after build , you are a great inspiration!

Wood clamps or "C" clamps might work as well to sandwich the box together.

A new game peeps..every time he says "template tape, chamfer, or flush trim bit" take a drink...cheers 🍻

@CarAudioFabrication

7 жыл бұрын

Hey now, let's not kill the subscribers! Haha, in all seriousness though it does feel repetitive to me to say it, but lots of new guys watch these videos, just want to make sure they know whats what.

@lukejohnson2854

7 жыл бұрын

Sinister - I got smashed following your suggestion and drinking to this clip. Great idea.

@fdfc78

7 жыл бұрын

Sinister hahaha, I hear ya. let's rename these template tape= that sticky icky tape chamfer bit= sexy slanted bit flush trim bit= copy cat bit Great video all kidding aside. Can't wait for the next one!!

@bohaggin5913

7 жыл бұрын

Sinister every time he says mesh, your mom and I try to make a little brother for you

@MrSpanky473

7 жыл бұрын

CarAudioFabrication Just bustin your balls. You make great videos.

Just discovered your videos... great tutorials and super tricks! The only problem is that my supposed small audio upgrades will now cost me a lot more and take a serious amount of work! Nice job and thank you for taking the time! (I'll make sure to support your channel down the road man)

My favorite channel 😀. I haven't messed around with car audio for years. Maybe I should take my 8 year old JBL subs out of retirement and build them a nice custom box for my stationwagon 😀

That was OUTSTANDING!

the hard lines makes it look sweet great job bro.

I still great appreciate your attention to detail. Thank you for the vids.

lol i just seen a pic of someone doing this yesterday and asked them how same process then boom today you have a video thank you

Wood clamps with angle iron also work really well. The angle iron spans the longer distance and doesn't bend easily and allow good even pressure but you need threaded clamps not the hand squeeze type

you could also use 2x4's (or solid metal beams) on both sides of the sandwich jig you made and tighten bolts on the 2x4's down to each other without needing to drill into anything else.

We guys are awesome! Thanks for sharing

Just found the channel, subscribed, and have to say that router table setup is top notch.

Awesome vid!!! Looking at building a guitar cab and this video is great for the screening. "Patterin" hahahaha your not the only one that says that!

Thanks for the video. Do you think for a single install that this can be achieved without a router table? Maybe using a jigsaw and a hand router?

Thank you for the video, it made me understand a few things

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Never thought to do this. Looks like MDF being used, so thicker metal I'd be concerned about destroying that template material, so perhaps a good solid plywood if using a thicker metal, or one with less open area. Good thing I already have a 20 ton shop press, I may try this technique for a cool custom grill on my project truck!

Hello, how are you doing? I want to know if you have any videos on building subboxes to specs for different subwoofers. Thanks

I would nuts and bolts with large washers to spread the weight on the mdf and maybe rachet straps good video

Some C- clamps might work out also! depending on the size of the mold, you'd have to get creative and use wood to disperse the pressure more evenly

great job man ...nice video

Awesome video thanks. Thumbs up.

Will this same job work on thicker metal, say 18 or 16ga?? Perforated steel sheet with round corners.

brilliant. Now I can make new speaker covers for my door card

79 people don't have the time skill or money. Great content.

@cgfive227

5 жыл бұрын

Lol.....its obvious! Haters are gonna hate and lazy people without skillz are gonna hit the dislike button lol😅👍

Do you use regular MDF or ultra light MDF for your speaker boxes? I prefer ultra light for jigs etc, but never tried it for actual speakers.

Are those molded mesh covers very protective? I'm guessing the thicker the mesh, the more likely it could say take a hit. Would you this technique work for a mesh protector that you want to last from a 3 lb hammer hit? I like the look they give, but looking to make a strong face for my unit.

Hey that was great work and I like the different colors of the led lights!!!! I don't realy care for the mesh grill but then again that part of the install might not be for everyone but other than that everything looks great!!! 👍👍👍👍

Thanks McLovin, good info.

Hi, great video, is this stainless mess? and what is the pitch size? I'm struggling to find something like this in the UK...

In production, i.e. automotive world, the mold parts are steel or aluminum. Virtually always an outside supplier. The mesh grills are made in seconds and generally the cost is in cents ¢. If the mesh is a little difficult there are 2 stations, like for extra steps or need to rotate the forms/ mold. The 2 stations may have different pressure if step 2 is delicate. Probably has been shown already on the TV show "How they do That". Nice video.

That is one sweet router setup 👍

this built is a work from a pro! how many hours did the whole thing took?

that looks way dope!

@hinesvillebass6742

6 жыл бұрын

SoundmanCA pretty snazzy I'd say so as well.

Hello Good Day. I saw some of the modification videos here. I want to ask if it is possible to put a protective mesh on my Sony GTK X1BT. I remove the metal mesh because of the thick dust inside. Now it is bare and I wonderin how I can modify the cover. Thank you. I wish I can upload the photo so you can check.

Well done!

I make a 2 part perimeter mold of the outer shape and the positive shape. I fasten the two with a piece out of some scrap vinyl material glued on like a hinge the i run it through a slip roll a few times. 😁👍

do they make a grill cover for a set of sundown sa.12 i can buy i cant find any

I like it Awesome work Jaxsound NY

Definitely sweet.

great great video!!!!!

Awesome!

You have a skin spoon used alot in aircraft maintenance

Great video Mark.

@CarAudioFabrication

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bryan, appreciate that.

I had a really fat friend stand on it, worked for me, payed him with a burger and beer.

@dosborncst

6 жыл бұрын

jody024 Good Man!

@itsruf1

3 жыл бұрын

Calling B.S. Now get my Big Mac.

That's awesome,I can't believe I held my breath for nearly ten minutes!

i've done it done it with a car. works fine.

Thanks... 👍🏻

Good Job

woowwww....mantabzzz....bos.

how do you flatten out mesh that is from a roll?

I have a mtb full face helmet and I. Trying to cover the mouth vents do bugs and rocks don't get through. I can't get the rubber and the aluminum mesh to bond. Any ideas?

Sweet.

Totally awesome, great technique and video also, just subscribed. I have one question, the mesh looks awesome, but do you ever have a problem with durability? Would it hold up if it got accidentally bumped? If so, other than placing it in an area where bumping is unlikely, do you have any other ideas on how to increase durability? Thanks for the video, lots of great ideas, not the least of which how to do this without a hydraulic press!

@travisgibson7273

Жыл бұрын

It depends on how thick the mesh is.

U make this shit look so ez nice job!

Another method I use was clamps

If I were making a lot of these pieces, this may be worth while. But if it's for just a couple of pieces, I would make the small piece to stretch the metal on, and simply use a plastic hammer to stretch it. Might take a few tries but it could be done in minutes vs an hour. Time is money!

I need to get a press man lol

Just discovered your videos, it was nice to see you Use basic tools. Nothing fancy that a normal guy doesn't have. Stay basic or lose viewers. That's my opinion. I don't watch guys with fancy tools. I do Fabrication work and I can't afford every fancy tool. Knowing how to do it with basic tools makes you a better fabricator!!

Hi, where can I purchase the wire mesh?

duuuuuuuuude when is that LED Video, Great Job

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I was looking for the smart frame system but I can’t find it, do you know where I can buy one.

I like it

looks clean! 😀

@CarAudioFabrication

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You are quick to comment. :P

@juanv433

7 жыл бұрын

CarAudioFabrication I looked at the thumbnail and it looked clean right away lol. but i just finished it. and hell yea its nice. plus i never been the first one to comment on a video before 😉😂

Marvellous

Heat the mesh up in the oven will make it form a lot easier.

So in all your videos you provide links to the tools and supplies you use in the video, except for the vinyl where can somebody purchase the 4 way stretch ? molded mesh i have done this to build grills for my kick panel drivers i was getting tired of replacing my midbass 8's all the time. I just made a MDF ring used the router and pressed some mesh trimmed it and glued it together and wrapped it in acoustically transparent fabric( speaker grill fabric) they turned out perfect with nice rounded edges looked exactly like a factory made grill

@CarAudioFabrication

7 жыл бұрын

I added some links in the description. :)

@Rye221986

7 жыл бұрын

I followed every link, nothing shows me where i can buy the vinyl . I know how to wrap with vinyl just don't know where to purchase it, specifically the 4 way stretch vinyl.

what is the link to buy the Hexagon pattern mesh? thank...

Car- Jack !

Were can i buy this mesh grill from.

Jacking up your truck and letting it back down is so inefficient, just use the box as a base for your bottle jack when lifting your truck.

What kind of chamfer bit was that

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i thought you don't want your amp to go into protect

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C-Clamps on one side and a Vise on the other.

You are so good good

I'd buy that box if you made one for me lol

Rick James is alive and well, making youtube backing tracks

What if it was sandwiched between both layers of the wood? You're welcome.

sounds and looks like Krizhanovskyi Andrey, NAU lol

Great video but why are your eyes red

Just wish the metal mesh wasnt so pricey.

Let's try this with an F350. Now lets try Oprah . .

Why not just use multiple C clamps?

@CarAudioFabrication

3 жыл бұрын

You can try that, but the press definitely will work better

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Instead of jacking up a vehicle, use the jack to make a press

I like the music,reminds me of 80s porn movies

why you got to go and make things so complicated

Your work is awesome, and so is your face. Dude, you're damn hot.

Are you Mark Zuckerberg's better looking brother?