Add a MCX type antenna socket to a Dell Inspiron 1501

I was looking for a way to connect a home-made "cantenna" to my laptop's internal wireless card. I found this instructable: http://www.instructables.com/id/Dell-Laptop-WI-FI-High-Gain-Antenna-Mod-Increase-_1/ but as you can see, the author uses a SMA type connector, which projects from the side of the laptop case. I wanted a flush connector! After some research I decided to use a MMCX connector, but discovered this was unfeasable due to mounting issues. I discovered a bulkhead mounting for the slightly larger MCX connector, and decided to use one of these. You will need to be able to work fairly accurately at a fairly small scale to complete this project.

Addenda:
# 1. I found the wires and connectors for this project on eBay from this seller: xqv3000

# 2. After writing this instrucable I discovered that it is possible to get a MCX bulkhead connector which you can connect directly to the cable, such as these: http://www.amphenolconnex.com/SearchResults.asp?ProductID=57 or this http://www.rfconnector.com/mcx-bulkhead-crimp-jack-connectors.html, however I think I would still recommend using the F-F bulkhead adapter.

# 3. Unless you need to, use a straight, rather than right-angle connector for your external connection. I found that a right angle connector takes a lot of effort to get out.

Step 1 Obtaining the parts:

You will need:
Bulkhead mounting MCX to MCX coupler (female to female)
MCX male to U.FL cable
Some kind of thick plastic to make a spacer out of (I used a bit of old car dealer signage I found)
Some sturdy metal plate (I used 2.5mm aluminium, but you could use steel)
Optional washer
2 small countersunk screws, either self tapping, or machine screws with nuts
Optional heatsink compound
Tools: pencil, ruler, drill, bits, pliers or small spanners, screwdriver, hacksaw, metal shears, round needle file, flat file.