RD0 Billet Faceplate Upgrade

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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,608
    Doing some 2 minute research, the materials listed above, pva, etc are safe on a laser. As long as the material does not have chlorine in its make up I should be OK to put it on the laser
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  • xschop
    xschop Posts: 5,000
    edited March 2021
    I was just eggin' you on in a good way. If you find a suitable material and make them for the billet plates, they'll fit any other standard bezel as well. Keep up the good work. Always fun to see what you create here.
    Oh and I'll take 40ea and pass them on in my next batch of these plates.
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  • BlueBirdMusic
    BlueBirdMusic Posts: 2,267
    Trey, how about posting a picture of that laser. I have no concept of how it works.

    Thanks
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  • Gardenstater
    Gardenstater Posts: 4,453
    This picture from some NOS open box tweeters on eBay really shows how thin the gaskets are supposed to be. I'd like to ask the seller how the gaskets got compression set if they are NOS but maybe Polk supplied them that way?

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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,608
    edited March 2021
    @BlueBirdMusic send me your address

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  • hytekrednek
    hytekrednek Posts: 127
    I would love a set of plates for my 2.3tl's and maybe for my sda crs shop speakers. This is some great and creative work. Looks sexy and is an upgrade in sound ! Sign me up please.
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  • hytekrednek
    hytekrednek Posts: 127
    I got some billet plates! I installed these 4 in my sda crs pair. Looks great and sounds even better. I have 6 more to install in my 2.3tl pair soon. These plates are flawless. Very well machined, with a nice brushed finish om the faces.

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  • mikebisch
    mikebisch Posts: 10
    Are these plates for sale somewhere?
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  • JayCee
    JayCee Posts: 1,500
    mikebisch wrote: »
    Are these plates for sale somewhere?

    Not sure if he's still offering them but head over to https://audiomilitia.proboards.com/board/29/mods-tweaks. Quick look on the linked topic and I don't see a specific thread for them but hit up user xschop.
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  • xschop
    xschop Posts: 5,000
    I'm putting out a feeler for those wanting a set of these RD0194/8 Billet plates. I will be machining only one batch this year due to materials cost/availability, so PM with what you need. I will also price them at $45 ea. shipped, US-48 ONLY. I will ship to a US forwarding address as well.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,219
    PM sent!! B)
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  • xschop
    xschop Posts: 5,000
    I'll order pre-cut plates next week after I get a tally and start the following weekend on them.

    If someone sends me a set of 3.5" x 5.0" x 0.25" thick brass plates, I'll machine them at the same cost and they'll have the same fine-brushed finish when done.
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  • Zosimo
    Zosimo Posts: 13
    Huge thank you to xschop for creating another batch. Can't wait to get my set. This has also coincided with a complete overhaul of my much beloved Monitor 12s: new crossovers, spikes, internal cables, and now also the billet faceplates.Thanks again.
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  • jonicont
    jonicont Posts: 281
    Pm sent
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  • xschop
    xschop Posts: 5,000
    Last call. I'll be placing materials order tomorrow.
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,492
    These are beautifully made. Get'em while you can.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,219
    Agreed, they are incredible looking, especially when you have them in your hands..
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  • xschop
    xschop Posts: 5,000
    Lathe operation and magnet countersinks to go.

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  • pitdogg2
    pitdogg2 Posts: 25,410
    Droooool.....
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,219
    😛
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  • xschop
    xschop Posts: 5,000
    edited February 2022
    I'm making 8 extra for the stragglers that come along....

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  • plastic_avatar
    plastic_avatar Posts: 707
    I missed this awesome thread this month!

    The OP did a great job documenting. Kudos.

    Bookmarked for the mod doc I'm working on =)
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  • xschop
    xschop Posts: 5,000
    edited March 2022
    The original thread is in the DIY section. Other members contributed to the design goal inputs.
    I'll look forward to your docu-mods. Many great ones here that have been well vetted.
    Epic builds here that have been well- executed. Toolfan's, Ptrooper's, JayCee's, 1.2's are case examples. Many other ingenuitive projects to mention as well.
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  • xschop
    xschop Posts: 5,000
    I've contacted everyone that has requested a set.
    Last one off the turntable. I have 8 still available till next year unless oil reaches $150 bbl, then I make no promises lol.

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  • xschop
    xschop Posts: 5,000
    All RDO plates have shipped. I Still have 8ea left.
    PM if interested in a set.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,219
    These Billet face plates are awesome, I did some extra polishing on mine to get ready for Anodizing, will send them out tomorrow.

    I also have some delrin gaskets being made for them as well, should have them tomorrow..

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  • pitdogg2
    pitdogg2 Posts: 25,410
    Dang man I need one of those gizmos, in like 6mo.
    Nice job.
    What does anodizing cost in your neck of the woods?
    Putting serious thoughts anodizing my plates.
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  • xschop
    xschop Posts: 5,000
    Crafty! I have to make one of those so I can machine a set of circular RDO plates to go in my last set of billet 5Jr's.

    Looking forward to your anodized plates installed and listening impressions Larry.
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  • Toolfan66
    Toolfan66 Posts: 17,219
    pitdogg2 wrote: »
    Dang man I need one of those gizmos, in like 6mo.
    Nice job.
    What does anodizing cost in your neck of the woods?
    Putting serious thoughts anodizing my plates.

    $135 a lot for parts this size, it’s well worth it to have them anodized IMO, even if you just do clear anodize.

    I can just mail this one to use when you are ready..

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