You I love that you share all of your building techniques! It's really interesting to see how it's done, and your v5 looks spot on. I can't wait for V6!
Hello! It's nice to hear from you again. Did you have a good time at the expo? Sharing these videos should reduce the emails asking me how to do it. The problem with demo videos is that its my way of doing things and not necessarily the correct way!
@@helimech8152 The expo was great! It was fun to have the build workshops to get people into flight sim building. Everyone has their ways of doing things - and the results you're getting says something!
I build 3D printed sim racing wheels and thanks to you I will be using the wax method on the text from now on. Thankyou. Videos are always awesome. Sims look great
Hello, i have had to put the apache on the back bunner right now. My patreons have waited long enough for the 737SS and i need to get that finished ASAP! Then its onto the Apache.
With all the fun tools you have, I was wondering what took you so long to get a laser cutter! 😀 If you can source it, there's acrylic available that uses protective paper in lieu of plastic that I find is much easier to work with. It has the added benefit of providing a very clean edge if you use it for masking a partially painted acrylic piece.
Thanks for the idea! After living abroad in Brunei for 10 years, a laser machine was imposible to find. It wasnt until we returned to the UK, I managed to get hold of one. Infact i had it waiting for me on the drive before i even arrived in the UK. Love it though as its a great tool.
I've got some acrylic which I bought at a hardware store that i've been using in a laser cutter (glowforge). The thin protective covering that came on it was very problematic with the lasering process. (1) I found that it burned really stinky, which makes me think it's not safe for lasering. (2) it would sometimes melt and fuse itself to the acrylic, making it impossible to remove. The solution that I found was to remove the protective sheet covering, and put down some blue painter's tape instead. It comes right off with no issues, and protects the acrylic surface from smolder marks, etc.
I too tried that last week, but my paint lines around the tiny text looked rubbish compared to the wax infill. You probably have the technique dialed in.
Hello Mick, I tried using regular acrylic paint but it took a long time to dry and needed multiple coats. However, I found that using wax was quick and gave a great result.
This wax technique is brilliant.
I have to thank Mickeys flight deck for this one!
Silicon glue also works fine! No clearcoat needed!
looks like a similar technique to Mickey’s, great work as always!
Thats where the idea came from a couple of years ago. He told me about the method when i tried to paint some knobs.
You're so lucky! Something I might recommend is a genuine aural warning module. Real fire bell, takeoff config, and overspeed sounds.
Thank you, I will have to look into these.
You I love that you share all of your building techniques! It's really interesting to see how it's done, and your v5 looks spot on. I can't wait for V6!
Hello! It's nice to hear from you again. Did you have a good time at the expo? Sharing these videos should reduce the emails asking me how to do it. The problem with demo videos is that its my way of doing things and not necessarily the correct way!
@@helimech8152 The expo was great! It was fun to have the build workshops to get people into flight sim building. Everyone has their ways of doing things - and the results you're getting says something!
Cool - looks great! 👍😎
Thank you! Easy and effective!
Hello Karl! As always, everything is very good!
Woohoo! Thank you! Im trying to improve the videos all the time!
Wow, if I had your knowledge, skill and tools! Your videos are always educational and informative. ❤
The tools i have to admit are a huge advantage! I waited 7 years to get a laser!
@@helimech8152 I believe it! I worked in aerospace for 30 years and higher-end precision gear isn't easy to come by. Love your videos. Cheers! 😃
I build 3D printed sim racing wheels and thanks to you I will be using the wax method on the text from now on. Thankyou. Videos are always awesome. Sims look great
Cheers! thats fanattsic to hear the vid was of some use!
very cool. Thanks for sharing your techniques ...
Cheers! Thanks for taking the time to comment!
Great work as always thanks for sharing!
Cheers Dude!
Great job, as usual!
Thanks Tom!
So simple yet such great results!! Sim On!!
It is simple when you know how. It still took a while to get that method nailed and achieve a quick work flow for each part.Thank you!
@helimech8152 research and development does take time but well worth it in the end
you hellhound - great job
Chcukle! Thank you.
Any Updates soon on the Apache Stuff ? Really looking forward to that stuff especially the Collective Grip
Hello, i have had to put the apache on the back bunner right now. My patreons have waited long enough for the 737SS and i need to get that finished ASAP! Then its onto the Apache.
With all the fun tools you have, I was wondering what took you so long to get a laser cutter! 😀 If you can source it, there's acrylic available that uses protective paper in lieu of plastic that I find is much easier to work with. It has the added benefit of providing a very clean edge if you use it for masking a partially painted acrylic piece.
Thanks for the idea! After living abroad in Brunei for 10 years, a laser machine was imposible to find. It wasnt until we returned to the UK, I managed to get hold of one. Infact i had it waiting for me on the drive before i even arrived in the UK. Love it though as its a great tool.
I've got some acrylic which I bought at a hardware store that i've been using in a laser cutter (glowforge). The thin protective covering that came on it was very problematic with the lasering process.
(1) I found that it burned really stinky, which makes me think it's not safe for lasering.
(2) it would sometimes melt and fuse itself to the acrylic, making it impossible to remove.
The solution that I found was to remove the protective sheet covering, and put down some blue painter's tape instead. It comes right off with no issues, and protects the acrylic surface from smolder marks, etc.
Thank you for the tips! I do actually use painter tape at times. Great for spraying dediacted lines etc on the panels after cutting or etching.
I apply painters tape and engrave through it, then spraypaint with white or black paint. I hate cleaning the wax off
I too tried that last week, but my paint lines around the tiny text looked rubbish compared to the wax infill. You probably have the technique dialed in.
Hello, that’s amazing, but which sort of wax do you use for the ink fill process ?
Great video Karl. Do you think a paint pen would work instead of the wax method?
Hello Mick, I tried using regular acrylic paint but it took a long time to dry and needed multiple coats. However, I found that using wax was quick and gave a great result.
Karl, what program are you running with your laser? Makes it look super easy. I have a k40.
Greetings, the lase software is Lightburn. It's fantastic and straightforward to use. It's one bit of software I would happily recommend.
Thank you sir! Long time fan. Enjoy all of your videos.
What laser a you using?
Hello, Its an OMTECH 60W CO2