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Unread 07-19-2003, 01:21 AM   #17
koslov
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My progress:









Obviously this is not a finished product; in fact, I might redo the Lexan top.

Tools: 3-axis NC mill, Pencil grinder, Air motor with cutoff wheel, Dremel mounted in Router Table, 3/8" NPT tap, Sandpaper 600-2000 grit.

Issues with current proto:
  • One thread is counter-threaded, causing barb to sit slightly crooked. Possibly not making a watertight seal either.
  • Flow manifold ( channel connecting barb to fin pocket) too wide, water is not channelled evenly.

To be done:
  • Create second flow manifold
  • Drill clearance for bolts into Lexan top
  • Tap baseplate for bolts to Lexan
  • Tap baseplate for bolts to coldplate
  • Cut barb threads down so they sit flush when threaded in
  • Bolt and seal top to base with Marine Goop
  • Lap base flat on calibrated granite slab
  • Thread in barbs with Teflon tape
  • Leak test

After I finish the second flow manifold with the pencil grinder, I will know whether or not I need to make a new top.

Last edited by koslov; 07-19-2003 at 01:46 AM.
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