Great information and presented so that beginning DIY types can get started pretty quickly. Everything is there in your previous videos BUT, there has been no follow up on how the backlights are integrated into the panels and how the final product looks. Looking forward to the final chapter. Don't keep us hanging!
Hi Aaron, I'm also building a CRJ and may I recommend using an HVLP gun with urethane paints (automotive) for your panels. Not only is the result stunning, but also, it offers a *very* hard finish that the laser and your eyes will thank you for. In the US, a pint of this type of paint will usually run you about $20 and that pint will last you a whole cockpit set of panel, and maybe some. I notice heaps of sheen in your build so I also recommend you spray all the parts/panels with a 2k automotive clear coat to give it that ultra matte/flat finish that cockpit panels are known for. I used to work for a company that produced integrated backlit panels (mostly for Boeing) and the flat/matte clear is the magic sauce. Finally, consider using a table router with a 1/16" round over bit to give your panels that extra polished look and feel along the edges. God bless and good luck.
Awesome work Aaron. I’ve been using a mini CNC router to make panels and it’s just painful to use. Planning to buy a K 40 very soon. Your videos have taught me a lot - thanks! Keep them coming!
Great job Aaron, I have build my self full size CRJ700 sim at home using simular hardware as yours but used foam for panels as at the time it was easier to use. Originally i have used P3DV4 and moved to P3DV5 and SPAD Next to program Leo Bodnar 64/32 USB circuit boards. Now I started using MSFS2020 since Aerosoft Both Microsoft and Aerosoft really did a better job modeling the sim and airplane model. I'm thinking about ether start over and building each panel using 3D printer or simualr to your method using laser. I'm professionally flying the CRJ200/700/900 and your cockpit looks awesome. Really great job and I know how much time you have put into it. If you need any info CRJ related don't hesistate to ask.
Robert, thank you so much for your comments. I would love to see your CRJ sometime. Mine has been sitting for awhile since I have been buried in other projects, but I am hoping to get it wrapped up soon. Thousands of hours go into a build like this and it seems to be challenging to find the time to complete it. feel free to send me a video of your CRJ. I am struggling with a few items but I am hoping for a solution. I still do not have a good FMS solution. I purchased a CDU from flight deck Solutions but as a pilot you know this is not correct to the bird.
Hi, Thanks for your wonderful video! I have two question about making panels. 1. Do you paint first then engrave? or first engrave then paint? 2. If I make a panel with 3 layers, the front layer is 70% transparent/middle 50% transparent/ last the mount layer is clear one. Am I right? Also, I want to know the best thickness for each layer.
Yes paint then engrave. Yes make 3 layers, in one of my videos I show the size/type I use. I actually use two pieces instead of 3 because some of my pre-existing hardware fit better. Good luck and excited to hear about your progress
nice work, there is another guy working on crj as well as me. Do you have any idea how to get the RTU screen pulled onto your hardware? The other guy just posted on the cockpit Facebook group his build.
That is great news. The more the better, we can help each other. Can you post a link to his build and any links to yours? I will make a video showing how my RTU is setup.
@@aaronwerner5352 all in fusion360. Im doing up a CAD of the throttles, using real measurements and tons of reference photos. Overhead panel is almost complete and I will be 3D scanning a CRJ yoke soon from one I got off ebay. I don''t have a page yet but will link it up once I have some parts done.
@@aaronwerner5352 great. look up "Jonathan Hooper" post on Home Cockpit Builders Club. Posted 12 oct. Will the RTU be synced with the Aerosoft crj? I have tried all sorts of ways to tease the screen to become a pop up, but to no avail. Thinking I might have to create it with something like www.siminnovations.com/ but that would take a awful lot of time.
Great information and presented so that beginning DIY types can get started pretty quickly. Everything is there in your previous videos BUT, there has been no follow up on how the backlights are integrated into the panels and how the final product looks. Looking forward to the final chapter. Don't keep us hanging!
Hi Aaron, I'm also building a CRJ and may I recommend using an HVLP gun with urethane paints (automotive) for your panels. Not only is the result stunning, but also, it offers a *very* hard finish that the laser and your eyes will thank you for. In the US, a pint of this type of paint will usually run you about $20 and that pint will last you a whole cockpit set of panel, and maybe some. I notice heaps of sheen in your build so I also recommend you spray all the parts/panels with a 2k automotive clear coat to give it that ultra matte/flat finish that cockpit panels are known for. I used to work for a company that produced integrated backlit panels (mostly for Boeing) and the flat/matte clear is the magic sauce. Finally, consider using a table router with a 1/16" round over bit to give your panels that extra polished look and feel along the edges. God bless and good luck.
I would love to see a video on your process on a single panel. Would you be up to making one? I am self-learned so any insight is much appreciated.
Awesome work Aaron. I’ve been using a mini CNC router to make panels and it’s just painful to use. Planning to buy a K 40 very soon. Your videos have taught me a lot - thanks! Keep them coming!
Great job Aaron, I have build my self full size CRJ700 sim at home using simular hardware as yours but used foam for panels as at the time it was easier to use. Originally i have used P3DV4 and moved to P3DV5 and SPAD Next to program Leo Bodnar 64/32 USB circuit boards. Now I started using MSFS2020 since Aerosoft Both Microsoft and Aerosoft really did a better job modeling the sim and airplane model. I'm thinking about ether start over and building each panel using 3D printer or simualr to your method using laser. I'm professionally flying the CRJ200/700/900 and your cockpit looks awesome. Really great job and I know how much time you have put into it. If you need any info CRJ related don't hesistate to ask.
Robert, thank you so much for your comments. I would love to see your CRJ sometime. Mine has been sitting for awhile since I have been buried in other projects, but I am hoping to get it wrapped up soon. Thousands of hours go into a build like this and it seems to be challenging to find the time to complete it. feel free to send me a video of your CRJ. I am struggling with a few items but I am hoping for a solution. I still do not have a good FMS solution. I purchased a CDU from flight deck Solutions but as a pilot you know this is not correct to the bird.
When it comes to material, I have heard Perspex turns out pretty nice as well.
Hi, Thanks for your wonderful video! I have two question about making panels.
1. Do you paint first then engrave? or first engrave then paint?
2. If I make a panel with 3 layers, the front layer is 70% transparent/middle 50% transparent/ last the mount layer is clear one. Am I right? Also, I want to know the best thickness for each layer.
Yes paint then engrave. Yes make 3 layers, in one of my videos I show the size/type I use. I actually use two pieces instead of 3 because some of my pre-existing hardware fit better. Good luck and excited to hear about your progress
Can you add link to the backlight product thanks.
nice work, there is another guy working on crj as well as me. Do you have any idea how to get the RTU screen pulled onto your hardware? The other guy just posted on the cockpit Facebook group his build.
That is great news. The more the better, we can help each other. Can you post a link to his build and any links to yours? I will make a video showing how my RTU is setup.
Are you hand desiging your panels or did you locate the files for them?
@@aaronwerner5352 all in fusion360. Im doing up a CAD of the throttles, using real measurements and tons of reference photos. Overhead panel is almost complete and I will be 3D scanning a CRJ yoke soon from one I got off ebay. I don''t have a page yet but will link it up once I have some parts done.
@@aaronwerner5352 great. look up "Jonathan Hooper" post on Home Cockpit Builders Club. Posted 12 oct. Will the RTU be synced with the Aerosoft crj? I have tried all sorts of ways to tease the screen to become a pop up, but to no avail. Thinking I might have to create it with something like www.siminnovations.com/ but that would take a awful lot of time.
@@philipjensen6442 Are you using the Aerosoft crj for P3d?