Modding MMG's

Ricardo
Ricardo Posts: 10,636
edited September 2010 in DIY, Mods & Tweaks
By this time they should have been ready, but I've been too busy and not enough time to dedicate to this project. Just following P.Gunn's xover and frame mods.

Thought some might be interested in seeing some pictures (I'm not a woodworker....but I'm learning).

Still work in progress.

http://s159.photobucket.com/albums/t123/garcimol/MMG/?albumview=slideshow
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  • Face
    Face Posts: 14,340
    edited May 2010
    So far, so good. What's left, grill cloth?
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited May 2010
    Yes, cloth that I've been avoiding because the stapling can be tricky; looking for a good glue...any recommendations? Cloth will go between the frame and an 1/8" masonite shim. Figure that with a good glue I can minimize the amount of staples and reduce the risk of cracking the frame.
    Also need to put all the inserts for the brackets/struts/cones, cut the struts and get the cones for the bases.
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  • Face
    Face Posts: 14,340
    edited May 2010
    I've used hot glue before. I'm sure any headliner adhesive type spray glue would work too.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,304
    edited May 2010
    Ricardo wrote: »
    Thought some might be interested in seeing some pictures (I'm not a woodworker....but I'm learning).

    Still work in progress.

    Well it looks like your a wood worker to me, what type of wood did you use??.. Very Nice Job!!!

    Looks great Ricardo.
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited May 2010
    TOOLFORLIFEFAN wrote: »
    Well it looks like your a wood worker to me

    You say that because you are not looking up close.
    what type of wood did you use??

    Frames are maple, xover boxes are cherry, and bases are oak.
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited May 2010
    Ricardo-- you have really got involved in that project,,it shows too-- :)
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited May 2010
    Looks pretty sweet! How does it sound with the upgrades?
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited May 2010
    Ern Dog wrote: »
    Looks pretty sweet! How does it sound with the upgrades?


    I don't know yet. Need to finish the mods before listening. Hopefully I will have time to do it soon.
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited June 2010
    Starting the break in. Maggies can have PLENTY of BASS. I am truly impressed.

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  • Face
    Face Posts: 14,340
    edited June 2010
    Looks good!

    Now you can get rid of those silly fish bowls. :D
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  • leroyjr1
    leroyjr1 Posts: 8,785
    edited June 2010
    How does the E.T. looking speakers sound and what amp is that in the picture? Nice setup.
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  • geoff727
    geoff727 Posts: 546
    edited June 2010
    An extremely neat project! I'll bet the improvement is very worthwhile. I've never had the chance to hear any "Gunn'ed" Maggie's, but the upgrade seems to be very well liked.

    Do you have any other detailed photos of how the driver panel is attached to the main frame? I've been trying to brainstorm some ideas for improving my 1.6's, and that will be part of it.

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  • engtaz
    engtaz Posts: 7,663
    edited June 2010
    Fantastic work. Congrats
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited June 2010
    geoff727 wrote: »
    Do you have any other detailed photos of how the driver panel is attached to the main frame? I've been trying to brainstorm some ideas for improving my 1.6's, and that will be part of it.

    G~

    Other than what's in the slideshow? No....but what's there should be enough....

    -1/8" masonite shims; cloth goes between these and the frame, glue and staples. Leave open space for the panel's cross bars.

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    -Drill through the panel into the frame. Just make sure you don't go all the way through....the paper/tape is to avoid any metal shavings to stick to the panels...remember there's magnets there.
    Picture does not show the drilled holes, but you get the idea.

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    -Screws attach the panel to the frame, through the drilled holes.

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    You should definitely do the wood frame. Everyone that owns a Maggie should.
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  • Ricardo
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    edited June 2010
    leroyjr1 wrote: »
    How does the E.T. looking speakers sound and what amp is that in the picture? Nice setup.

    I guess you mean the Gallos? They've been here for a whole year. That should tell you how good they souind ;)

    The amp is a Pass Labs X250.
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited June 2010
    Is that sub integrating well with the Maggies?
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited June 2010
    Ern Dog wrote: »
    Is that sub integrating well with the Maggies?

    I haven't tried yet. Just the MMG's for now, and as mentioned I am impressed with the improvement in the bass department. I have two micropro 3000's and will work on integrating them later on. I did have the one in the picture playing with them before the mods, and really liked how they played together.
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  • geoff727
    geoff727 Posts: 546
    edited June 2010
    Thanks for the explanation of the driver panel attachment. Very straightforward. I'm sure it's better than the original staples.
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited September 2010
    Finally!!!! The finished product. It's been a while, but today I installed the vertical struts. They are not really necessary, but I had them ready so decided to finish the job.

    Sounding beautifully. Did I say that all Magnepan owners should replace that MDF frame???

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  • Face
    Face Posts: 14,340
    edited September 2010
    They look great!
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  • hoosier21
    hoosier21 Posts: 4,413
    edited September 2010
    very nice project,
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited September 2010
    Thanks Mike. They are sounding even better. The bass is so impressive that I'm running without subwoofers.
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited September 2010
    awesome, very nice work. Those look gorgeous.
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  • halo71
    halo71 Posts: 4,604
    edited September 2010
    Wow, those look awesome! Great job.
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  • txcoastal1
    txcoastal1 Posts: 13,306
    edited September 2010
    Those would go great with a million home installs
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  • SCompRacer
    SCompRacer Posts: 8,507
    edited September 2010
    High marks Ricardo!:cool:

    How do you feel about taking over a Lenco plinth project.:D (That's an idler drive turntable).
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited September 2010
    SCompRacer wrote: »
    How do you feel about taking over a Lenco plinth project

    Huh? Sounds like tight tolerances and very smooth finishing would be required. I hereby pronounce myself as incapable of such things. ;)
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  • megasat16
    megasat16 Posts: 3,521
    edited September 2010
    Awesome craftsmanship, Ricardo! It'll take me years of practice to create a mortise and tenon joints looking that good.
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited September 2010
    megasat16 wrote: »
    Awesome craftsmanship, Ricardo! It'll take me years of practice to create a mortise and tenon joints looking that good.

    Thanks. I can't say I'm not proud...but the truth is that with one of those jigs out there anyone can do it after one or two trial cuts. Trust me.
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  • cstmar01
    cstmar01 Posts: 4,424
    edited September 2010
    very nice! Look better than stock thats for sure!
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