Bracing Mods for P.E. Cab

[sdclc126]

Hello,

I've ordered a pair of the P.E. 0.38 cu. ft. cabs. I am wondering if anyone has added bracing in addition to the vertical shelf brace they come with - it seems they could benefit from some horizontal bracing also.

Has anyone done this, or is it even recommended? The rear area behind the shelf brace I guess would be pretty much impossible to get to - maybe some ribs back there, but perhaps the front area could benefit. I was thinking of a horizontal shelf attaching to the front side walls and the area of the vertical brace in between the two big holes - or? It wouldn't attach to the baffle because I want to keep it detachable.

I'm aware that internal volume will be reduced - I will drill holes.

Thanks for your input.

[planet10]

You got the rectangular ones (really need work) or the curvy cabinets (just toss the baffle)>

dave

[sdclc126]

The rectangular ones - I forgot about distinguishing from the curved.

[planet10]

Can i ask why you chose those over the curved ones... the latter are much better boxes.

Can you post a pic of the insides?

dave

[sdclc126]

I chose them because I want to add bases and make them into floorstanders - not about to try that with the curved ones.

I have a bunch of 3/4" MDF - I was thinking of just making them wider by putting new side panels on, of the total height I want. Can do this with the rear too. This would be in addition to internal bracing. The three long sides would then be 1.5" thick.

The pic is from PE's site.

[planet10]

Seems a waste to do that... you go that far you might as well start from scratch. The finish on these is the only reason i can see to get them.

dave

[Moondog55]

I take it these come already assembled?? in that case about all you could do is add some inch by inch square at each junction to couple the panels together, maybe some bits of scrap at random places on the flats but that may be a lot of work for minimum return
EDIT

as for height just make a decent stand with the MDF you have

[sdclc126]

Yes they come pre-assembled, which is what limits what you can do inside. And yes the small wood pieces to join the junctions is in the plan - I've done it with other cabs. I'll do the horizontal shelf brace I mention earlier too - don't think it can hurt.

Thanks.