LordAnubis Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 Awesome work! Those hinges are bulky!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted December 8, 2017 Author Share Posted December 8, 2017 @LordAnubis Bulky? Careful...you might hurt the hinges feelings! ? They are...robust...but when you see what they do, and how they do it, those Blum engineers are freaking smart! Basically, it allows for a heavy door to swing *completely* free of a cabinet, with no touching or rubbing (watch it, Harvey Weinstein!). And then close with essentially no effort, softly and snugly. First time I’ve used the Blum Aventos system, and as a life-long woodworking hobbyist, I am amazed. They are really, really cool. 10/10, strongly recommend. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatshotbud Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 And the hinges stop at intervals you select - Like halfway or 3/4 open and holds where you stop the position?And my mother always used the description "husky" Sent from my KYOCERA-E6560 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted December 9, 2017 Author Share Posted December 9, 2017 Glass time... Using a bead of silicone sealant around the perimeter of the frame. Essentially an adhesive, and (obviously) seals and air leaks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted December 9, 2017 Author Share Posted December 9, 2017 Next is a strip of wood, screwed in place, to fully secure the glass. Silicone + wood strip + 10 screws = glass ain’t going anywhere without permission! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted December 9, 2017 Author Share Posted December 9, 2017 In production... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted December 9, 2017 Author Share Posted December 9, 2017 Getting close to wrapping up the Wheezydor! Silicone has to fully cure...those odors won’t mix with the stix! Need to do a final adjustment on the drawers for smooth action. Weather stripping will get installed as well, which might necessitate an adjustment on the Blum hinges to close with more pressure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatshotbud Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Really nice!Sent from my KYOCERA-E6560 using Tapatalk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcarlson Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Okay. This project is kick-ass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted December 9, 2017 Author Share Posted December 9, 2017 @rcarlson @Fatshotbud Thanks fellas! I can’t wait until it’s loaded up with 24:24 stock! Received a couple more boxes yesterday, and threw them into my current desktop units. It will be interesting to see how long this one takes to season, once all the construction-phase stuff has cured. For the record, the Wheezydor will be completely fine with generous wipe-downs with distilled water. I’ve read a few places that some guys are reluctant to add moisture this way...not really sure why. But having worked with wood for 20+ years, paying a lot of attention to wood moisture and wood movement, a healthy surface wipe will be inconsequential. Once it hits a steady 65%, it goes into production. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted December 9, 2017 Author Share Posted December 9, 2017 21 hours ago, Fatshotbud said: And the hinges stop at intervals you select - Like halfway or 3/4 open and holds where you stop the position? And my mother always used the description "husky" Sent from my KYOCERA-E6560 using Tapatalk The hinges are continuously smooth...no presets. That little video highlights the action nicely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatshotbud Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Keeping you in subscription - please give an update shot or two " in production"Sent from my KYOCERA-E6560 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luv2fly Posted December 9, 2017 Share Posted December 9, 2017 Very, very nice!!! Love the soft close. My wife wants the soft close for the kitchen. I smell $$$$$ on the way out! Great project and cant wait for the final product. Great job sir!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optic101 Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 Absolutely fantastic job. The Blum hinges are the Icing on top. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted December 12, 2017 Author Share Posted December 12, 2017 Got the weather stripping installed...the seal is fantastic! When opening or closing the doors, it’s similar to a small fridge. There’s that suction action (or air displacement, if that makes sense). Started the seasoning process. You can zoom in on the pics and see the hygrometer status. RH has been in high 70’s but I anticipate it dropping over the next several days. Did a generous wipe down, and have the Bovi 65’s in place. Yes, that’s New England vs. Miami on MNF in the reflection! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Fatshotbud Posted December 12, 2017 Share Posted December 12, 2017 Nicely done sir!Like the hardware choice too....And I thought you installed a miniature TV in the Humidor to keep the CIGARS entertained Good use of your talent pal Sent from my KYOCERA-E6560 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcarlson Posted December 12, 2017 Share Posted December 12, 2017 You've got more work ahead. Looks like you have two more slots for the liquor cabinet and meat smoker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean3 Posted December 21, 2017 Share Posted December 21, 2017 Well done indeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmbarton Posted December 21, 2017 Share Posted December 21, 2017 I’m in awe, and a bit jealous. Thirty minutes ago I was completely satisfied with my humidifcation system, and now I have lust in my heart. I need this humidor in my life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CigarB Posted December 21, 2017 Share Posted December 21, 2017 Incredible job! Always in awe of craftsmen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmokeySteve Posted December 21, 2017 Share Posted December 21, 2017 Brilliant! Thoroughly enjoyed following your progress! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTWheezy Posted December 22, 2017 Author Share Posted December 22, 2017 Wow...thanks everyone. Kind words indeed. I have one more aspect before I consider the Wheezydor finished: humidity, temp, and air circulation...or in the words of Piggy...cigar climatology. During the seasoning process, I was able to watch the environmentals much more closely than the other 2 humidors I’ve made, mainly because the Wheezydor is in my home office (where I spend a lot of time on boring conference calls), and there’s a window that allows me to check without disturbing. Then I fell down the @PigFish rabbit hole of cigar climatology. I’m fascinated by Piggy’s ability to grind on the details. In my line of work, I come across a lot of similar personalities - precise, detail-oriented folks that won’t rest until it’s perfect. Serious respect. Regrettably, I’m not wired up quite like that. That said, I’m trying my best. I’ve realized that I’ve got a significant daily temperature swing, and I also have essentially zero air flow. I’m watching all of the relevant videos that Ray’s posted, and noodling on solutions. During the holiday slow-down coming up, I’m going to install some LED strip lighting (dimmable) to illuminate the interior, but to also add a modest heat source to keep closer to a constant 68-70F degrees. I’m also working on a small programmable fan system to move air on a regular basis. Ray - if you’re still keeping tabs on this thread...thanks for the depth of knowledge and experiences that you’ve shared here and on YouTube. Not everyone would do that. THANK YOU. A few more updates in the coming days, then we will be done! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post BTWheezy Posted December 28, 2017 Author Popular Post Share Posted December 28, 2017 I guess it’s fitting that with the end of the year upon us, so is the end of this thread! Over the past few days, I’ve added 12v LED lights, and the intermittent fan. I’m not quite ready to load this side up with smokes yet, as the humidity was impacted with the door being open for final installations. Once this levels off on the left side, I’ll transfer the sticks from the right side and then install lights and fan on the right side. Then...done! Here’s a short video of the final product. If you listen carefully you can hear the fan relay switch clicking on/off. Thanks for following along, and the feedback along the way! It’s been a fun project! — Wheezy 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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