kevinmi Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 I recently purchased a pair of 79 oak laquer Khorns in rough shape I decided to do a makeover. I used speaker cloth and a crossover cap kit from Bob Crites. Everything else from Home Depot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmi Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 after shot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmi Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 Fully enclosed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmi Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 New Jubilee logos bought from Klipsch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrestonTom Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 Kevin, That is a fantastic project. Did you rebuild the cabinets themselves or just the backs? Please post some photos of the back and any advice. -Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colterphoto1 Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 Nice cabinetry there Kevin, splendid craftsmanship. I like the way you painted the new backs and incorporated a black kickboard. The cutout that highlights the Jubilee logo is a nice finishing touch. Tell us what network change you made and how you like it please! Michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmi Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 I re-did the crossovers with a sonicap kit from Bob Crites. I compared the new one with the original, and I think I gained a little more clarity on the tweeter. Didn't really listen to the speakers much before I tore into them, so I can't really voice an accurate opinion on the changes, but I'm sure it is for the better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmi Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 I boxed in the original bass enclosures using 1/2 inch birch plywood and aluminum angle. Tried to keep the weight down a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmi Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 Had to square off the grill frames as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmi Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 Amazing what you can do with a little Rustoleum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmi Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 Amazing what you can do with a can of Rustoleum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael hurd Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 Very nice indeed, what a beautiful end result. Just goes to show what you can do with a few tools and time, you don't necessarily need a large work shop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmi Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 Finished top piece-makes me want to build split Khorns! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmi Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 Side boards and floor boards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmi Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 Floor board in place Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvel Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 Really nice work. Not having the diamond in front won't change the sound, and look at all the money you've saved. [Y] [Y] [Y] [Y] [Y] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinmi Posted March 30, 2008 Author Share Posted March 30, 2008 Some thoughts on this "clone project". I bought these speakers for $1400. I will probably have about $1700 in them when completed (only got one done so far). I did all this work with basic tools, circular and jig saws, 18v drill/driver, d/a sander. I don't even own a table saw, but it would have made the job a lot easier. I tried out the speaker, and the bass in great even with the speaker in the middle of the room. I would recommed that anyone who doesn't have corners to place their Khorns in do this enclosure. It's not that difficult or expensive, and the results are great. I know many Forum members have done this and are happy with the results. I hope my pics help out anyone who is contemplating doing this project themselves. Feel free to ask if you have questions. Thanks, Kevin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seti Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 Those look incredible. Great job! I have 1978 Oak Laquer Khorns and hadn't thought about doing that to them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seti Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 Some thoughts on this "clone project". I bought these speakers for $1400. I will probably have about $1700 in them when completed (only got one done so far). I did all this work with basic tools, circular and jig saws, 18v drill/driver, d/a sander. I don't even own a table saw, but it would have made the job a lot easier. I tried out the speaker, and the bass in great even with the speaker in the middle of the room. I would recommed that anyone who doesn't have corners to place their Khorns in do this enclosure. It's not that difficult or expensive, and the results are great. I know many Forum members have done this and are happy with the results. I hope my pics help out anyone who is contemplating doing this project themselves. Feel free to ask if you have questions. Thanks, Kevin Hey is that beer brewing on the table? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest " " Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 All you need now are some split AL-4's, an new set of woofers, the wiring and terminals kit, and you'll be as close as you can get. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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