Author Topic: NZXT "Bio-mechanical" Khaos PC (Read 35988 times)

Bill from mnpctech · « **Reply #30 on:** March 09, 2009, 04:03:58 AM »

Thank you! Thanks for the great comments guys!

If you've ever examined giger's bio-mechincal art up close, especially his paintings.. everything is symmetrical, in one direction while every element of the design is different. Old circuitry is the only way I can describe it. Theres a massive amount of detail. I can already tell it will be overwhelming at times if I'm not in the mood. Theres just no way I or anyone else will come close to replicating his work. You can only draw upon it as inspiration for your own style.

My personal challenge with this project is that my brain likes to see everything symmetrical and matching. "Theres a notch on the left side, so there should be a notch on the right side" I have to force myself to stop thinking like this. However, I also think a lot of people neglect to see these details in his work and it doesn't matter as much I think it does.

giger's "New York VIII" painting

Bill from mnpctech · « **Reply #31 on:** March 09, 2009, 07:44:11 AM »

I better live up to my Spartan title now

I've started sculpting the insualtion foam for the bezel core. I'll be sculting the individual cubes along the sides today, I'm considering the idea of implemeting thread rod into the sides.

PsychoticWolf · « **Reply #32 on:** March 09, 2009, 10:15:36 AM »

Keep up the good work. and I would like to ask if later on you could post like how much time have you put in to it so far. I dunno I would like to see how much time produced EPIC standards. and again Giger is one of my favorite artist.

Bill from mnpctech · « **Reply #33 on:** March 10, 2009, 07:08:40 AM »

Cool! ^

Heres the tools I use to sculpt the insulation foam, but it's always good to experiment on your own.

To cut thick foam, I use a snap-off blade utility knife.

To smooth the pieces, I use a Surfoam Shaver by Stanley Tools

For making intricate details in the foam, I'll use an array of the tungsten carbide cutter bits from Dremel, I mainly use the #9911

PsychoticWolf · « **Reply #34 on:** March 10, 2009, 12:08:58 PM »

Awesome info man. Keep up the good work.

GhoSt · « **Reply #35 on:** March 10, 2009, 09:07:59 PM »

waiting in anticipation of the final product. Looking so much cooler as a spartan

Bill from mnpctech · « **Reply #36 on:** March 11, 2009, 06:45:39 AM »

I've started sculpting the bezel, I also inserted 2, 1/4" threaded steel rods today in each side of the bezel.

Theres more detailing still to come

The bezel foam will be covered with fiberglass filler.. This is the body filler I use for all of my case mod projects. "Evercoat" fiberglass body filler, short strand reinforced with Kevlar. It dries quick! Less than 30 mins. It's stronger than Bondo, it applies smoother than Bondo and also doesn't shrink as it cures.

Manufacturer's description

I attached 1/8" thick sheet of 6061 aluminum for the base, the foam bezel is epoxied onto the base. I cover the insulation pores with the Evercoat Everglass fiberglass filler, sand the cured filler by hand and use a dremel for carving intricate details. It's time consuming process, but yields a very strong piece that won't crack or chip if dropped. It will also lighted up the overall weight of the Khaos case.

Here I'm working Ghost Rider bezel made from insulation foam and fiberglass

The Ghost Rider bezel cover after being airbrushed

tmandt · « **Reply #37 on:** March 11, 2009, 06:54:32 PM »

dude are you gonna put a lcd in that thing?

Bill from mnpctech · « **Reply #38 on:** March 12, 2009, 05:49:49 AM »

I did, I posted that pic to illustrate how i covered the foam

Some visuals to inspire from the workbench, GIGER's soft cover book, behind the making of original ALIEN movie

My friends in Europe will recognize this, it's a universal euro license mounting plate.
The recessed features and fastener holes play the part in my theme.

Applying Evercoat Everglass fiberglass filler

I've cut portions of the license mounting plate to fit the sides of my bezel

PsychoticWolf · « **Reply #39 on:** March 12, 2009, 10:33:03 AM »

Bill this is awesome. Keep up the good work. that is smart using the mounting plate.

Bill from mnpctech · « **Reply #40 on:** March 14, 2009, 06:57:51 AM »

Thank you! please keep the comments and feedback coming!

Next stage is to cove the foam core with Fiberglass Filler, sand that, then sculpt more features. Pondering idea for adding ribbed spines to the circular frames for the 3 intakes.

tmandt · « **Reply #41 on:** March 14, 2009, 08:13:53 AM »

its starting to look good now. i can see it comin together

Bill from mnpctech · « **Reply #42 on:** March 16, 2009, 01:53:58 PM »

If the weather holds up, I can start sanding the fiberglass shell... Preferably outside

Whenever I feel like I've got a big challenge ahead of me, I look at this photo of Ed "Big Daddy" Roth sculpting the plaster on the fairing for his "Rubber ducky" Trike ...notice plaster bags stacked behind him..Ed was the godfather of custom cars and bikes in the 50s/60s

dedafmonteur · « **Reply #43 on:** March 16, 2009, 02:07:10 PM »

looks nice bill

Tri-edge · « **Reply #44 on:** March 20, 2009, 10:33:28 PM »

So THAT'S how people make custom parts for projects. very interesting info, maybe I will adapt this to one of my projects later on. Thanks for all the awesome pictures btw

Bill from mnpctech · « **Reply #45 on:** March 22, 2009, 04:07:23 PM »

It's one way to make custom parts, probally the cheapest, but most labor intensive.

Found time today to get outside and start the process of smoothing out the fiberglass filler.

I'm predicting another week of sanding and grinding before the surface will meet my expectations.

I'm armed with Filtered Respirator, Black & Decker Mouse Sander and 120 grit sandpaper.. Let the transformation begin!

Note: This is Evercoat brand's Everglass "Short Strand" Fiberglass Filler

PsychoticWolf · « **Reply #46 on:** March 22, 2009, 04:09:27 PM »

Cool Keep at it. Looking forward to seeing this done.

GhoSt · « **Reply #47 on:** March 22, 2009, 08:34:41 PM »

Nice its starting to get really clean, I can see this coming together nicely.

EliteGamer83 · « **Reply #48 on:** March 28, 2009, 08:31:23 AM »

Mannn this is purely insane work...

Bill from mnpctech · « **Reply #49 on:** April 04, 2009, 05:49:36 AM »

I've been at the mercy of weather this week, so I haven't worked on the bezel. We're supposed to get in mid 40s today... "Get out your shorts and sun tan oil!"

I'm proud to announce that Cooler Master is sponsoring this build with a new Real Power M1000 Power Supply (RS-A00-ESBA).

I can confidently power whatever hardware I get from this point on ...lol

dedafmonteur · « **Reply #50 on:** April 04, 2009, 06:11:49 AM »

that looks sexy!

ill just say it for the looks because i am just not that into pc's
*running away before i get slapped in the face by a billion people*

loganbyers07 · « **Reply #51 on:** April 04, 2009, 06:43:21 AM »

Man, I wish I could get sponsored.

PsychoticWolf · « **Reply #52 on:** April 04, 2009, 07:07:42 PM »

Quote from: Bill from mnpctech on April 04, 2009, 05:49:36 AM

I've been at the mercy of weather this week, so I haven't worked on the bezel. We're supposed to get in mid 40s today... "Get out your shorts and sun tan oil!"

I'm proud to announce that Cooler Master is sponsoring this build with a new Real Power M1000 Power Supply (RS-A00-ESBA).

I can confidently power whatever hardware I get from this point on ...lol

Bill That PSU is Sexy. and Awesome Sponsorship. What other sponsors do you have for this build?

On a Side Note.
I just wont Buy any Water cooling they offer well anything that is under 200... The last Cooling Sets Burned up my Video cards... Faulty pump on there end. it died within 24hours of Install.

DubbleDutch · « **Reply #53 on:** April 05, 2009, 02:10:25 PM »

sponsors :x everyone wants them

damn you are lucky

Tri-edge · « **Reply #54 on:** April 05, 2009, 08:29:39 PM »

congratz on the sponsor

Bill from mnpctech · « **Reply #55 on:** April 16, 2009, 01:27:12 PM »

Thanks guys, my first trying out the new digs since forum update

Heres after sanding the 2nd application of Evercoat brand "Everglass: (short strand) fiberglass filler. I thought this would be the final coat, but I'm not satisified with the results yet. btw: I'm recording stages of the bezel for YouTube after getting several requests offlist. I'll remember to edit out all of the boring stuff..lol!

robin1989 · « **Reply #56 on:** April 16, 2009, 02:55:56 PM »

looking smooth bill - got an eta yet on when it is finished

btw do you like the theme update

Bill from mnpctech · « **Reply #57 on:** April 17, 2009, 02:49:47 PM »

Hopefully this summer, thanks bro! Test fit it tonight, touch up some details with spot filler, re-install the threaded rod and then I can apply the base coat to the bezel

Blazinkaos · « **Reply #58 on:** April 18, 2009, 01:36:19 AM »

bill your a total beast man..

Bill from mnpctech · « **Reply #59 on:** April 27, 2009, 05:36:25 AM »

Sorry for the long wait, I'm between a lot of commitments. Busy = Good!

Applied Black Spot filler / sandable primer this afternoon. Nice change from Green. Gives you a better idea of how the final piece will look. It also helps reveal what areas of the filler I wanna keep touching up.

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Author Topic: NZXT "Bio-mechanical" Khaos PC (Read 35988 times)