DaMuffinMan Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 I recently came the proud owner of some 1983 Vintage Cornwall Speakers. I need to replace the Cane grills on these. I have looked around for some more cane but can't find any? Is there any out there or should I go with different grills? Another thought I had was to put these away and build a brand new one with a black fabric, what is a good stock looking black fabric for these and what is a good wood etc to use for the frames? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtr20 Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 You can do something like this, although I would recommend a wider roll. http://m.woodcraft.com/product/50C12/cane-modern-open-24-width-per-foot.aspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 http://stagecraftgear.com/grill-cloth/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaMuffinMan Posted October 20, 2016 Author Share Posted October 20, 2016 dtr20, thats not looking anything like what I have but thanks. dirtmuud, nice picture ...what is it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 I found this to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 3 minutes ago, DaMuffinMan said: dtr20, thats not looking anything like what I have but thanks. dirtmuud, nice picture ...what is it? There a link above the pic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaMuffinMan Posted October 20, 2016 Author Share Posted October 20, 2016 Thanks dirtmudd, I didnt see that. Any suggestions for some black ones and frame material? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 3 minutes ago, DaMuffinMan said: Thanks dirtmudd, I didnt see that. Any suggestions for some black ones and frame material? http://wendellfabrics.com/mellotonefabricsamples.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 What is the issue? small hole? coming off the edges? I would do everything possible to maintain the original cane and live with it. Doesn't look all that bad. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted October 21, 2016 Share Posted October 21, 2016 4 hours ago, DaMuffinMan said: Thanks dirtmudd, I didnt see that. Any suggestions for some black ones and frame material? U.M.R.K. (Utility Muffin Research Kitchen) https://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=qwIrXOtZyvQ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaMuffinMan Posted October 21, 2016 Author Share Posted October 21, 2016 13 hours ago, dirtmudd said: U.M.R.K. (Utility Muffin Research Kitchen) https://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=qwIrXOtZyvQ That opens up you tube, but not a specific video? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaMuffinMan Posted October 21, 2016 Author Share Posted October 21, 2016 17 hours ago, 7heavenlyplaces said: Is the small hole the problem? If so then here is an idea: If you can't see it it doesn't exist, RIGHT? SO then repair it using E6000 and same colored and diameter straw doing careful work to make it match the original as closely as possible. I like your Thinking, are you referring to this glue https://www.walmart.com/ip/Amazing-E-6000-Craft-Glue-2-oz/17808713 Where would I find this? " same colored and diameter straw ". The small hole and the general saggy look of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted October 21, 2016 Share Posted October 21, 2016 3 hours ago, DaMuffinMan said: That opens up you tube, but not a specific video? https://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=qwIrXOtZyvQ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaMuffinMan Posted October 21, 2016 Author Share Posted October 21, 2016 He said, you ain't seen noting 'Till you're down on a muffin Then you're sure to be a-changin' your ways 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honeybadger Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 You can cut new grill frames from 3/16 Masonite available at home depot. Replacement black cloth in the size you need is available from Bob Crites. www.critesspeakers.com You can remove the original came cloth, clean and reinstall on new grill frames, but it is tedious, and could end up ruining the cane if you are not careful. HB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanm84 Posted October 22, 2016 Share Posted October 22, 2016 Agree with Honey Badger. When I removed the black grille material it was not in any condition to re-use. The material was so old and brittle that it would have looked like garbage. The frames are easy to make if you keep the existing frames and use as a guide. I made 2 or 3 sets when I did mine and sold a couple of them to other board members for their projects. It took about 30 mins or so to cut a stack using a table saw, jig saw, and flush trim router. Choosing the replacement cane is tough. I thought klipsch posted a link to where a respectable replacement could be purchased... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaMuffinMan Posted October 25, 2016 Author Share Posted October 25, 2016 Thanks guys. I will see what is available on the back of the grill to put on the front. I will get some of that glue and that should tighten up the sagging. Will the current cane pull off easy, or what is the best way to "tighten " it up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanm84 Posted October 26, 2016 Share Posted October 26, 2016 Sagging could be a problem. If you flip the grille with fabric up, I'd press down on the cane to see if gluing will actually help. Meaning, if you push it down does it look like it would lay flat or have waves? If it would lay flat I'd flip it and apply some adhesive (maybe contact cement) and add some weight, making sure the cane surface lays flat. Disclaimer: I sold my Cornwalls before i could have done this myself. You might not be able to do much depending on sag and pliability on old cane. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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