Let's move that damned telly....

Sod it. Let's rip that telly down, junk the original cranked arm and make up a better means of mounting the console - above the table AND clear of the enclosure. That will simplify the design of the enclosure and keep it well clear of the action (and the coolant and swarf).

I've supported the console on a stout plastic crate while I craft some form of alternative bracket. It's still attached to the original cranked arm here if you look closely. 

I cranked the table up to take the weight and removed the screws holding the console, then unbolted the other end of the arm and lifted it out of the way.

Lets start chopping up some of that 2" square section I got the other day. Looks like an inspired move to go for the full 7.5m length.

Cut off the end at an angle....

 ....so that I end up with a sloping member:

The horizontals bolt across the top of the ram casting, then a couple of slanted members reach to the front of the machine. I need to keep the support members clear of the machining area, heightwise.

Tack welding in place:

The concept is becoming evident:

Weld a short length of box to the side of the original "tray". Then weld a couple of M16 nuts onto the inside:

And a plate to clamp it in place:

 Now, after some finishing off with the MIG, it's ready to bolt up on the machine. We'll do that tomorrow. And see how smart the idea actually turns out to be. It's too late to go back now....