Time to button up the initial build on this project, and stuff the receiver into its case. I'm going to go with a different layout than the suggested instructions. Mine's getting a 90 degree turn, and pushing the LCD as far to one side as I can. Why? Because the stock antenna will then fit inside the case.
Started off by finding the location, and drilling one hole. This let me get the locations for the other four holes.
With the holes drilled, I could then flip it over and lay some tape on it that allowed me to mark out the location of the LCD screen.
Normally using tape like like this helps to keep the cuts clean and prevents scratching the material......
But, I don't have the best tools for cutting the hole. I initially tried with a steel ruler and x-acto knife, and things went downhill pretty fast. I eventually remembered I have a dremel tool with a diamond cutting wheel. I was able to get the hole but I really butchered it up badly. What I should have done was wait till Tuesday, bring the cover to work, and hog it out on the mill. It's been a while since I've cut plastic this thick. This is embarrassing. But that's ok, I have a plan!
Started off by finding the location, and drilling one hole. This let me get the locations for the other four holes.
With the holes drilled, I could then flip it over and lay some tape on it that allowed me to mark out the location of the LCD screen.
Normally using tape like like this helps to keep the cuts clean and prevents scratching the material......
But, I don't have the best tools for cutting the hole. I initially tried with a steel ruler and x-acto knife, and things went downhill pretty fast. I eventually remembered I have a dremel tool with a diamond cutting wheel. I was able to get the hole but I really butchered it up badly. What I should have done was wait till Tuesday, bring the cover to work, and hog it out on the mill. It's been a while since I've cut plastic this thick. This is embarrassing. But that's ok, I have a plan!