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Old December 21, 2008, 03:13 PM
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Just wondering what you guys all use and where to get it. I have a few interesting ideas in my head for an "Air coolers dream" case. I'm not too eager to shell out $$$$ for CAD. Any other ideas?
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Old December 21, 2008, 03:34 PM
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You can try Google SketchUp: Google SketchUp

Never tried it, since I rely on Cad2009 and Catia V5.
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Old December 21, 2008, 03:39 PM
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You can try Google SketchUp: Google SketchUp

Never tried it, since I rely on Cad2009 and Catia V5.
Same recommendation here, I never tried it before, but it seems to be what everyone uses. I hear its easy to use, and theres a lot of pre-made models to use for sizing purposes, oh and its free to boot!
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Old December 21, 2008, 03:41 PM
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I've been playing around with it but there doesnt seem to be an easy coordinate/measurement system to always check my dimensions. Its a fast n easy tool for get my ideas out, but not for accuracy. Any other suggestions? (even not free ones)
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Old December 21, 2008, 03:42 PM
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The easiest one would be Autocad 2009.

The most powerful would be Catia V5, and ProEngineer.
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Old December 21, 2008, 03:45 PM
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downloading the 64 bit version now, we'll see how it works out. thanks 3.0charlie!
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I will have to download this and try it out.

I have used visio but it is only 2D and it aint free.
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