The smooshed sharpie made my day. We used to use fine tip sharpies in our CNC to make templates for channel letters before we got a plotter. What your shop needs now is a UV flatbed printer. You can paint your panels then print directly on to them. Of course I would have to go to Texas and run it for you!
@@GratuitousSets I'm about to embark on trying to build a spaceship set for my college senior project. I needed to see how things were put together so I could get started.
SWEET! Some of our earlier spaceship design videos (about 2 years ago) might help. Our number is on our facebook page- feel free to call if you have questions. You might also check out The Smuggler's Room --a youtube channel started by a friend of ours. He goes into a lot of "Greeblification" detail and he is one of the best in that regard
@@GratuitousSets haha as did I. I did the same thing with a drag knife trying to cut vinyl on the CNC...crammed it into the spoilboard and snapped it off haha
Holy crap! I didn't know what that was! It looks like it's quite a bit slower but would definitely get corners better. I'll grab one for future use- looks like it would help extend pump life, too😃
@@GratuitousSets The speed is a bit slower but the finish is better, it uses less paint, causes less wear on the pump, less overspray, and easier to get into tight spots. In addition, since you are already saving boatloads of time a bit slower shouldn't be a big issue. Be aware though you might not have a compatible guard. I can't tell from the videos what gun and guard you have. You will need to have a RAC X guard (blue) www.graco.com/us/en/contractor/product/246215-rac-x-tip-guard.html but it is compatable with all the professional line guns.
Other manufacturers might have other offerings I am only familiar with the Graco offerings as in my area Graco is really the only player. (they have an office the next city over) (Titan and Wegner are occasionally found in stock.)
It's easier to machine and is less brittle, mostly. We use MDF for the skins and side panels because it doesn't have any grain to hide. Sometimes we use MEDEX which is a denser, weather resistant form of MDF
Looks absolutely stunning guys! Wow!! Love the work you have done on this. I need to pick your brain in the airless sprayer! Whoa! Do you even seal the MDF with anything?
Can u guys do a video on how you make perfect ovals in the wood or that perfect pill shape. Maybe also go over rounded corners for square holes in the wood. Big fan!!!!
@@GratuitousSets good to know. I'm about to buy it. I only have a small 3ft by 3 ft cnc so I been using that... I previously used a jigsaw and it was a crappy end result
I like your builds, but after watching two of these videos I have a question. Does the shop even own any safety equipment? Spraying with out a respirator, even house painters don't do that and they cut holes in dust masks so they can smoke. No push sticks, no hearing protection, no eye protection. I half expect to see people welding without a helmet... I worked in theatre shops and tons of freelance shops for over thirty years and it's a bit shocking. Nice work but I'm a bit surprised nobody seems to be missing body parts.
@@GratuitousSets House painters wear respirators, it's not the fumes but the fine particles that will give you the paint version of black lung. Now with organic solvents you need to add a cartridge in back of the filter or you are huffing some fairly mind numbing solvents. The fumes though will just make you high as hell and work their way out, particles though will stick around and cause long term issues. Stay healthy guys! For the hobbiest it's not generally that big a deal, the exposure is so limited but when your doing this stuff a lot it's a problem. I didn't always and have paid a price. I did mostly so the price is not that bad but wish I had been better about safety.
I'm not sure how this comment got lost for 2 months! We do wear respirators (mostly). We take them off for brief periods when talking to camera or if only spraying for a few seconds, but you're correct
Great looking prop. The music was a nice touch that made watching your video enjoyable. Thank you for sharing this.
Thank you too! That was very kind of you to say!😁
Looks great! Your above and beyond attention to detail pays off. I look forward to seeing more of this project.
Thanks, man!!
The smooshed sharpie made my day. We used to use fine tip sharpies in our CNC to make templates for channel letters before we got a plotter. What your shop needs now is a UV flatbed printer. You can paint your panels then print directly on to them. Of course I would have to go to Texas and run it for you!
It made our day, too! Sounds expensive! lol
Thank you for posting these videos! They're super helpful
Aubrey! That's very kind of you to say! What are you working on?
@@GratuitousSets I'm about to embark on trying to build a spaceship set for my college senior project. I needed to see how things were put together so I could get started.
SWEET! Some of our earlier spaceship design videos (about 2 years ago) might help. Our number is on our facebook page- feel free to call if you have questions. You might also check out The Smuggler's Room --a youtube channel started by a friend of ours. He goes into a lot of "Greeblification" detail and he is one of the best in that regard
Great job again.
Vielen Dank!
@@GratuitousSets Gern geschehen. Ehre, wem Ehre gebührt.
You flatter me
on Facebook we are Gratuitous Sets Laboratories
can you give me your email? mine is Mark@gratsets.com
This is the coolest job. I wish I could do it.
Lol- I'm pretty sure you could, considering what you already do!
Well hey if you have any apprenticeships or job openings. Hit me up! 😁 And thank you for liking my work
You're in the queue! What city are you in currently?
Oklahoma City.
Would love the opportunity!
that is straight up genius with the sharpie
We died laughing when he crushed that first Sharpie!
@@GratuitousSets haha as did I.
I did the same thing with a drag knife trying to cut vinyl on the CNC...crammed it into the spoilboard and snapped it off haha
the timing of the crush...I nearly peed myself.
That looks amazing... Straight out of star wars
Woot!
Have you tried FFLP tip? With less pressure I find it easier to get into corners.
Holy crap! I didn't know what that was! It looks like it's quite a bit slower but would definitely get corners better. I'll grab one for future use- looks like it would help extend pump life, too😃
@@GratuitousSets The speed is a bit slower but the finish is better, it uses less paint, causes less wear on the pump, less overspray, and easier to get into tight spots. In addition, since you are already saving boatloads of time a bit slower shouldn't be a big issue. Be aware though you might not have a compatible guard. I can't tell from the videos what gun and guard you have. You will need to have a RAC X guard (blue) www.graco.com/us/en/contractor/product/246215-rac-x-tip-guard.html but it is compatable with all the professional line guns.
Other manufacturers might have other offerings I am only familiar with the Graco offerings as in my area Graco is really the only player. (they have an office the next city over) (Titan and Wegner are occasionally found in stock.)
I use a Graco LTS 15 and 17 I think I want one!!
Do you use wood because it's easier to work with than plastic or acrylic?
It's easier to machine and is less brittle, mostly. We use MDF for the skins and side panels because it doesn't have any grain to hide. Sometimes we use MEDEX which is a denser, weather resistant form of MDF
So cool
Thanks, James!!
Looks absolutely stunning guys! Wow!! Love the work you have done on this. I need to pick your brain in the airless sprayer! Whoa! Do you even seal the MDF with anything?
We just sand edges to 320 grit and it seems to work out fine. I like having my brain picked! Gimme a shout whenever you like 😊
14:25 - Coolest. Sandblasting. Cabinet. Ever.
Ain't it, though? Lol
! NOT FIRST ! :D Great video guys!
Slacker!!
Can u guys do a video on how you make perfect ovals in the wood or that perfect pill shape. Maybe also go over rounded corners for square holes in the wood. Big fan!!!!
There is a trammel sold that makes ovals with a hand router, but we generally design and cut with our CNC machine!
@@GratuitousSets good to know. I'm about to buy it. I only have a small 3ft by 3 ft cnc so I been using that... I previously used a jigsaw and it was a crappy end result
"not that much!" Lol
I almost peed my pants I was laughing from hilarious…shock?
If at first you don't succeed.... Sand it down until you do. New sharpie please LOL
Dear lord we laughed our butts off!!!
I like your builds, but after watching two of these videos I have a question. Does the shop even own any safety equipment? Spraying with out a respirator, even house painters don't do that and they cut holes in dust masks so they can smoke. No push sticks, no hearing protection, no eye protection. I half expect to see people welding without a helmet... I worked in theatre shops and tons of freelance shops for over thirty years and it's a bit shocking.
Nice work but I'm a bit surprised nobody seems to be missing body parts.
I'm sure we could improve. That airless sprayer was spraying low VOC House paint, not lacquer or car paint.
@@GratuitousSets House painters wear respirators, it's not the fumes but the fine particles that will give you the paint version of black lung. Now with organic solvents you need to add a cartridge in back of the filter or you are huffing some fairly mind numbing solvents. The fumes though will just make you high as hell and work their way out, particles though will stick around and cause long term issues.
Stay healthy guys! For the hobbiest it's not generally that big a deal, the exposure is so limited but when your doing this stuff a lot it's a problem. I didn't always and have paid a price. I did mostly so the price is not that bad but wish I had been better about safety.
I'm not sure how this comment got lost for 2 months! We do wear respirators (mostly). We take them off for brief periods when talking to camera or if only spraying for a few seconds, but you're correct