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This sounds great Gh0stC0de.
Good advice from Alan already. When I made a plywood casing for my P32D, I just wanted to see what it sounded like, so I followed the design of the plastic case to a certain extent, replacing it with wood.
The spit valve mechanism, or ‘moisture release valve’ as we say in England, would be complicated to replicate, and inadvisable anyway, because it simply releases moisture into the inside of the casing, where it has to drain away. This is a bit messy, but would also be damaging to a wooden case.
You can just cut off that section, and route it out to the end of the instrument, like some of the Hohners.
Feel free to ask for advice and feedback along the way via the forum – this is something we’re all very interested in!