BTWheezy Posted March 1, 2020 Hi friends, I’m back for another thread, to track the build process of my next humidor. Some of you might have followed one of my first projects here: The Wheezydor. I assumed that I’d “pace myself” on 24:24, etc. but that didn’t work out very well. As you can see, I built a total of 4 desktop humidors, plus the Wheezydor, but all are 100% capacity. Zero airflow as well. Soooo...I’m embarking on the Wheezycab, a larger standalone cabinet to load balance the current humis, and to also reclaim desktop space in my home office. I’ll be updating this thread over the coming weeks. If you like this stuff, I hope you enjoy the process. First, a pic of the current state of affairs... 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BTWheezy Posted March 1, 2020 I’ve spent the last week or so looking at tons of images from woodworkers around the world, and I’ve settled on an overall design (give or take). As a few of you know, I’m not much into drawing plans, instead opting for an overall mental picture and then just kind of building it as I go. One thing I did take into account ahead of time is built-in humidification and airflow. After lots of research on the web, and then trading a few emails with Bob from Aristocrat Humidors, I ordered a “Set and Forget Twin Humidifier” from their site. Bob is awesome. He answered all my questions, including his valuable experience building humidors over the years, and my order arrived within the week. Solid guy, and I wish him the best in his semi-retirement. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BTWheezy Posted March 1, 2020 Today was spent building a prototype, which should be pretty close to scale. Mostly, it was to see if I liked the design lines, and also to confirm that doors would work as hoped. So far, so good... 14 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rcarlson Posted March 1, 2020 You need a reality show. I love following along. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cazador Posted March 1, 2020 Looks great! I wish I had your talent. My base-molding is challenging me at the moment. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Habana Mike Posted March 1, 2020 1 hour ago, BTWheezy said: Today was spent building a prototype, which should be pretty close to scale. Mostly, it was to see if I liked the design lines, and also to confirm that doors would work as hoped. So far, so good... It’s so tiny, you’re going to need a bigger one soon! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pedro849 Posted March 1, 2020 Can’t wait to see how this develops. Take many pics! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rcarlson Posted March 1, 2020 1 hour ago, Habana Mike said: It’s so tiny, you’re going to need a bigger one soon! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mwaller Posted March 1, 2020 You are brave to build a box with so few right angles. The design looks midcentury / modern. I like it! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BTWheezy Posted March 1, 2020 Last update for today. Gluing a couple pieces of walnut together for the base. It will be a “husky” platform, and I also like the lines. @Habana Mike - since weed is legal in my state, maybe I’ll finish the prototype into a little mini-humi for the Devil’s Lettuce.😜 5 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wailbait Posted March 1, 2020 It’s googie and I love it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikeltee Posted March 1, 2020 Building my own humidor is on my bucket list. Congrats my friend. You are very talented. I love woodworking but the most precision (cant use wood putty) work I've done is picture frames. I guess that's a step in the right direction. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chibearsv Posted March 1, 2020 That looks like a beautiful idea. I really appreciate your ability to envision something unique and eye pleasing and actually put it together; I have no such artistic talent. Looking forward to the finished work. Well done 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BTWheezy Posted March 1, 2020 Today is focused on the Wheezycab base... First, a clean-up of the edges from the glue-up last night, then cutting to length. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BTWheezy Posted March 1, 2020 The next step took some time, as the joint for the base needs to be perfect. So I mapped everything out on craft paper, then transferred the lines to the stock. Then started the cuts of the profile and the joint. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BTWheezy Posted March 1, 2020 Prepping and cutting the joints. One leg I was able to use a table saw, but the other one I had to cut by hand and drill press. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BTWheezy Posted March 1, 2020 Clean up of the rough cuts, and final adjustments. Came out really nice. I am happy, and a little relieved because I didn’t want to do this over again. 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BTWheezy Posted March 1, 2020 And final update for this weekend. Started on the walnut plywood panels that will make up the structure. Not exciting per se, but an important process. And Christ on a crutch, I wish I’d paid more attention in geometry class. Calculating the panel dimensions are easy for many of you (the cab has 15 degree angles), but for me it was a manual process. Anyway, things are coming along nicely. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Habana Mike Posted March 2, 2020 It's gonna be awesome! Reminds me of our TV cabinet in the early 60's....like the idea how to use the prototype too 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
superman0234 Posted March 2, 2020 Very impressive! Can't wait to see the final product, love the design. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikeltee Posted March 2, 2020 Walnut plywood? I'm lucky to find baltic birch. That stuff is absolutely stunning! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rhinoww Posted March 2, 2020 This is on my bucket list of projects to build. Really interested to watch the progress here and see how wood movement is accounted for along w obtaining a good seal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BTWheezy Posted March 2, 2020 22 hours ago, Wailbait said: It’s googie and I love it. @Wailbait - so I had no idea what “Googie” was until you referenced it. Unbeknownst to me, I love it too! I live in Seattle, where we still have a few Googie examples left, and yeah, I’ve always been drawn to this. Reminds me of when I was a kid, and all the “Atomic Age” stuff like the Space Needle, Seattle Center, etc. Now I’m really happy with the Wheezycab. Thanks for sharing some knowledge! 👍🏼 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pedro849 Posted March 2, 2020 I also had to google it! Now I don’t feel so bad 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
