Jones_Drafting

Problem, After printing to pdf w/ pdf995 print driver, I reviewed the plan set. Strange varying line weight, half-way through elevation, or plan views, the line weight shifts...... Thought it was something having to do with print driver, so upgraded to most recent. (No change) I've got quite a number of active line drawings sent to layout. Is it just too much for chief? Has anyone else experienced/found a fix, for this? Thanks in advance, Cris

Thanks David. We'll see if that works. Cris Still having difficulty, after sender says he exported for Autocad 2000. Not sure if he heeded the instruction to export from model space. I have inquired. I'm attaching file here. Can you open it? 2359-GRADING DESIGN EXPORT acad2000 3-10-17.dwg

Thanks David. We'll see if that works. Cris

Hi, Having difficulty importing dwg from autocad Which versions of autocad are compatible with X8?

Got it! Used option in standard window dialogue. Gothic Arch...was able to reflect the arch vertically. I couldn't cut a flat at the bottom, but it came out very cool. My client will love it. Thanks again for all the help. Cris

Oooohh!.....rushes off to play with his new toy... I'm thinking this'll do 'er. Thanks guys! Cris

Unless I'm unaware of something, you're not able to rotate windows. What am I missing?

So, I was able to create an odd shaped window. and I can create molding polyline to follow my custom shape. I'm not sure if there's a way to get the program to build the wall to suit the odd shape. I get only a rectangular opening, which it seems I will need to fill around my window with Polyline solids to match wall materials. I'm having a little difficulty with generating the window symbol correctly, in that the Glass portion which I'm creating ends up sticking out of the wall and appears to be about 6" thick. I'm sure there's an offset somewhere that I'm missing..... Any help? I think if I can take care of the offset issue, I should be able to work around the program's limitations. Thanks again for your advice. Cris

I can create a symbol from a 3-D object & call it a window.....that's cool. I can't seem to create the window, while at the same time, requiring the wall to follow my window profile. I've not spent time learning to create symbols. Before I spend more time headed this direction, will Chief Architect allow me to do this? I need to be able to create an odd shaped window, using spline tool, arcs, straight edges, at the top, bottom or sides of the window. Is this a possibility? Super busy right now & don't have much time to waste. Thanks for all your helpful comments. Cris

Hey, Thanks. I suppose that'll be my option if I can't make the actual windows fit the circle.

Thanks!

Ha, got this far (see attachment) Created symbol.....guess it's time that I actually learn how to do this part properly. Now to figure the proper molding techniques. Gracias.

Thanks!

Thanks, Now there are.

Image of what I'm trying to do is attached.

Hi, Currently using X7: I have a need to create custom windows for a client with whom I'm currently working. I do not believe that I can accomplish what's needed by utilizing the available options within Chief. I don't believe that I've ever heard the answer. Sure that this is probably simple for someone,.....just not me... Thanks. Cris

Just like the Title says. Considering the possibilities. Northern California, so familiarity with local construction methods & details pretty much a necessity. Contact me via my website: http://www.jonesdrafting.com/contact.html Gracias.

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In NorCal, but very open to distance & the opportunity for work in NorthWest. Chief user since 1999. email me at jonesdraftingservice@gmail.com Best, Cris

Hi Jason, I sent you a private message. Cris

If you're still looking for help with this, please contact me @ jonesdraftingservice@gmail.com Examples of my work are available on my website: www.jonesdrafting.com Thanks, Cris

If you're still looking for help with this, please contact me @ jonesdraftingservice@gmail.com Examples of my work are available on my website: www.jonesdrafting.com Thanks, Cris

If you're still looking for help with this, please contact me @ jonesdraftingservice@gmail.com or give me a call: 707-456-0185 Examples of my work are available on my website: www.jonesdrafting.com Thanks, Cris