Hey guys
Patoz suggested I'd post my solution for the side scene lights. I've already posted on my build thread and in the general ambo FAQ thread so forgive the duplication.
Like most of you I needed a solution for my side lights. Mine were painted over when they decommissioned my ambo so either I bought new lenses and dealt with the average existing lights or came up with a better solution.
I had my idea from the get go but instead of building my own aluminum recessed box I decided to start baking
Can't take credit for the idea, just made it work for my needs. .. And I needed 2"depth max to fit between the ambo studs.
This is what i started with, beats building my own!
Only problem is I needed 9"x7" boxes to fit both the lights and the ambo design. I could have kept the baking tray as is (9"x9") but it would have looked funny. So, cut 2" off and re-welded it.
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Drilled a few holes for mounting the light, running the wire and to screw it against the body then off to powder coating.
As for lights, I found these nice thin 5" LED's from my favorite light store.
All together and ready to replace my 15 yrs old useless side scene lights
Just need to cut the old lights opening on my ambo a bit larger, apply a new seal and secure in place. Just need
Cheers
David
"Another great day ruined by responsibilities"