The Wheezycab

[ElJavi76]

@BTWheezy Bri when you're done here are you going to have a tally of total man hours you dedicated to this project? Curious, cause the piece looks stunning. A real work of art/love.

[jsavoie88]

Absolutely phenomenal work. I have thoroughly enjoyed the updates and am in awe of your craftsmanship.

No offense to anyone on the forum, but this may be the single best thread ever posted. And it absolutely should be posted as a sticky. Well done, sir.

[chzblck]

Very Very good looking project. 

I may have overlooked it but what is the total storage for this?

[BTWheezy]

@ElJavi76 - thanks man. I’ll take a stab at total hours so far, and keep track of them going forward. It’s a lot though. 
 

@jsavoie88 - I’m glad you’re enjoying the thread. On the pinned suggestion, I think Rob reserves those for topics for the general benefit of the forum.  I’m not pinned-worthy!

@chzblck - interior volume will be about 26 cubic feet. How many boxes...no clue...yet.  ?

 

Mini update for a Friday evening...

1.  Fitting glass for doors, making sure there’s no finish drops that impact the fit.  

2.  I’m going to run clear silicone in the door frames, but I want to physically secure them too.  Hardware store (an essential business) didn’t have anything remotely close to what I wanted, so I made some.  These wood strips will be finished, and then screwed into place.

3. Dry fit for the strips. I think it adds a nice touch to the doors. 
 

Thanks for all the comments, likes and stuff.  More updates this weekend.  Stay tuned. 

- Wheezy

[slowsmoke]

Stunning. Bravo. 

[moellert]

@BTWheezy this is an awesome build. I’m currently waiting for my Avallo 2000 cooler humidor to be finished so this is a lot of fun to watch while I wait. Your cabinet is going to a beautiful finished piece. I am curious, what is your day job? You are amazingly skilled and have a fantastic shop for someone who is just a “hobbyist”...

 

 

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[BTWheezy]

Lockdown S1 E25 (April 18th)

Sh*t’s gettin’ real...

Today was one of those insanely satisfying days.  I’ve been working on all the discrete parts and (seemingly) isolated tasks for a long-a$$ time, and today, things started to come together.  It feels like I’m talking with ATC, getting clearance for final approach.  Could it be??

1.  Strips to secure the glass...holes drilled, and finish applied.

2. There was a hole on the top that needed epoxy filler to eliminate airflow.  Should’ve done this earlier but I was on the fence whether it made a big deal.  I leaned on the side of caution.

3. Drawer front tacked in place.

4. Screw holes drilled to mount drawer fronts.  Yes, glue is an option to attach the fronts, but I like the flexibility that screws provide.

5. Upper drawers done.  

6. All drawers done.  ??? 

7.  Top and doors set in place for a visual of where I’m at. 

[99call]

Hats off, She's a Beaut

[BTWheezy]

12 hours ago, moellert said:

@BTWheezy this is an awesome build. I’m currently waiting for my Avallo 2000 cooler humidor to be finished so this is a lot of fun to watch while I wait. Your cabinet is going to a beautiful finished piece. I am curious, what is your day job? You are amazingly skilled and have a fantastic shop for someone who is just a “hobbyist”...

 

 

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Thanks man.  I’m sure you’re going to be very happy with the Avallo 2000.  It looks like they do fantastic work!  My day job is in the tech industry, so yeah this is just a break from day-to-day stuff.  Most everyone has a hobby that seems amazing to others...like I’m in awe of people who play instruments or otherwise musically or artistically inclined.  Post pics when you get your 2000!

-Wheezy

[rcarlson]

Hot damn!  Really nice!  

[The Squiggler]

Very tightly crafted.  Cheers!  What are you using for air seals around the doors and drawers? 

[BTWheezy]

 

1 hour ago, The Squiggler said:

Very tightly crafted.  Cheers!  What are you using for air seals around the doors and drawers? 

Thanks @The Squiggler.  I’lll use some high quality weather stripping.  The drawers have self-closing slides, and the doors will have door catches, so both will have a secure, snug closing action. Although not air-tight, it should be pretty good in that department. 
 

- Wheezy

[BTWheezy]

Lockdown S1 E26:  Starting to Look Legit

Today was also satisfying, in that there were additional “no turning back” steps, and things came out nicely.  It was “Glass-and-Drawer-Pulls” Day.

1. Glass is siliconed into place on top.  I really like the satin-etched center glass after all...thanks to my wife and her design sense.

2. Security strips attached. 

3. Same with the doors. 

4. Prepping a jig to drill screw holes for the pulls. The colored arrows keep me from drilling the wrong holes, as this jig has been used just a few times.?

5. Attaching the door pulls.

6. Drawers, doors, and top all tentatively ready for final-final, which I will do in the next week or so.  Need to let the silicone fully cure.

7.  Drawer and door clearance confirmed.

8.  Gettin’ close!

 

Side note:  some pics are out of order compared to the description.  Not sure why it does this when posting, but whatever.

[Connoisseur Kim]

Lockdown S1 E26:  Starting to Look Legit
Today was also satisfying, in that there were additional “no turning back” steps, and things came out nicely.  It was “Glass-and-Drawer-Pulls” Day.
1. Glass is siliconed into place on top.  I really like the satin-etched center glass after all...thanks to my wife and her design sense.
2. Security strips attached. 
3. Same with the doors. 
4. Prepping a jig to drill screw holes for the pulls. The colored arrows keep me from drilling the wrong holes, as this jig has been used just a few times.
5. Attaching the door pulls.
6. Drawers, doors, and top all tentatively ready for final-final, which I will do in the next week or so.  Need to let the silicone fully cure.
7.  Drawer and door clearance confirmed.
8.  Gettin’ close!
 
Side note:  some pics are out of order compared to the description.  Not sure why it does this when posting, but whatever.

It's almost done and it's definitely cracking cigar cabinet! Where are you going to put Bob Stabell's Set and Foget humidifier? Do you plan to add additional fans on the back of Wheezydor?


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[Toast & Taste]

When will you begin accepting orders??

Big Al 

[Habana Mike]

That's amazing! Almost ready to roll?

 

[boopdeep]

This has been one of my favorite things on the internet during Corona break.  Thanks for sharing. 

[BoliDan]

Hopefully you dont get a ban for posting porn. goodness this is amazing.

[BTWheezy]

12 hours ago, Habana Mike said:

That's amazing! Almost ready to roll?

 

@Habana Mike - still have a ways to go my friend. ?  I’m now learning about the number of small details in a project this size....exacerbated by the virus lockdown. It will be almost ready to roll when I move it into my home office, and begin the seasoning process!   

[RichUK]

I'm running out of words to describe my envy that you can make this. Magnificent.

[BTWheezy]

Satisfying update for this evening....heading into the 5th Lockdown Weekend...

Because of a design omission, I needed to make the base a little taller, to accommodate the doors swinging open (they travel downwards, as you probably noticed).  I also decided to add a fifth point of support (center of the X) after talking with an engineer friend. The base might’ve been fine with the original 4 points of support, but the 5th point was easy and unobtrusive.  I also had to build a stretcher-like device to lift off the temporary work platform, and set into place to attach the base...cuz it’s so freaking heavy and awkward (kind of like my first girlfriend). I digress...

1. Spacers to make the base taller.

2.  Confirming the height of the 5th point of support. If it’s too short, it doesn’t function.  Too tall and I’ve created a high point.  Balls-on is best. ??

3.  Drilling holes to accommodate the lag bolts for base.

4. Building the “stretcher” to lift this beast.

5. Temp blocks which are slightly taller than the base.  Cab will rest on these while I fasten the base.

6. Cab in place.  It’s go time!

7. Base attached and back on the ground. Solid as a mo-fo rock!!

8.  Silicone caulk to provide air tight seal for the top.  Yes, it’s white now, but it cures to clear.  The blue painters tape is to catch any caulk oozing on the inside. 

9.  Perr3ct amount of excess caulk. Enough to confirm a solid seal, but not a sloppy mess.  A quick and thorough wipe down with a wet rag = perfect. 

10.  Top screwed into place, walnut hole plus glued into place.  Drying overnight. 
 

A Connie A from a reputable online retailer is next...

As always, thanks for following along.  Diversions are helpful for us all.  ?

[PigFish]

Don't judge a book by its cover...! I have passed this thread daily and never bothered to look inside.

You have done a beautiful job. Stunning.... I highly admire your skill and patience. 

 

I almost shed a tear when I saw you were cutting holes. Humidor or no, don't think I could have done that!!! 

Cheers! -Piggy

[BTWheezy]

2 hours ago, PigFish said:

Don't judge a book by its cover...! I have passed this thread daily and never bothered to look inside.

You have done a beautiful job. Stunning.... I highly admire your skill and patience. 

 

I almost shed a tear when I saw you were cutting holes. Humidor or no, don't think I could have done that!!! 

Cheers! -Piggy

@PigFish thanks Ray. It’s kept me sane-ish during the stay home mandate, so the patience has been a fair trade.

Regarding the holes, it seemed a practical requirement for airflow.  Perhaps not aesthetically ideal, but again...a fair trade!  Thanks for the kind words. ☺️

[Bwells]

@BTWheezy I’m super jealous of this humidor. You are extremely talented wood worker.

I would struggle with a bird house  can’t wait to see your humidor finished. 

[BTWheezy]

Exchange last night with Mrs. Wheezy...(true story)

Wife:  I want to come see the progress.

Me:  Sure, c’mon down to the shop.

Wife:  Wow...I really like it. 

Me:  Thanks honey!  It’s been a fun project, and I’m really happy with how it’s turning out.

Wife: (long pause)...This cabinet is big.  Just how many cigars do you have??

Me: .... ?....So, what sounds good for dinner?

 

More updates this weekend.  Stay tuned!