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I am new to case modding but thought I would give it a go. Instead of using real wood, I am using MDF which you can usually buy from your hardware sto...
Day 2: More carving the front panel today.
Day 3: OK, here is Day 3. I have pretty muched finished the carving of the front panel, just need to sand it a bit. I have cut out the panel for the ...
Day 4 : So far today I have just sanded the front panel and applied a finish to it. I used acrylic paint and linseed oil to get an aged look. I then ...
Day 5: I haven't done a lot since last time in terms of the case itself, but I have designed the side panels and top panel using AutoCAD. The top ...
Day 6: Today I have started on the top panel. I have the panel already cut out and have started the carving. I have also cut out a hole for the 120mm...
Day 7: Today I finished carving the top panel and also stained it. I still might need to sand around the fan cutout as it's a bit rough.
Day 8: Today I have cut out the whole for the 120mm fan at the top of the case. I went and bought some cutting discs for my dremel. I haven't cut met...
Day 9: So today I have started carving one of the side panels. I drilled some ventilation holes in the panel - not sure if they will be very effectiv...
Day 10: Today I finished off carving the side panel which was starting to become a chore due to it's size. I was looking at ways to fix the side pan...
Day 11: Today I basically fixed some aluminium bars to the other side of the case with rivets and attached the fan to the top of the case. I have act...
Day 12: I have started carving the new front panel. The first 2 photos show the panel leaning against the case. I should be able to finish carving a...
Day 13: Not a lot done today, but I have finished carving the front panel and cut out the hole for the USB ports.
Day 14: Today I printed out the pattern for the other side panel, then traced over the design with a carving knife - took about 1.5 hours. I also dri...
Day 15: I have done a fair bit today. I cut out the vent holes, and filed them into shape - not before going to the hardware store to get some more j...
Day 16: Today I realised two problems with the mod. The top panel fan is in the way of the DVD drive. I can either have one or the other as they take...
Day 17: Not a great deal done today as I am waiting for my PSU from Thermaltake before I can do the electricals. I cut out a fan grill and fixed it t...
Day 18: Worked on some electrics today, not sure if I have done it right until I hook up the switches to the motherbaord. In the photo, I just tested...
Day 19: I received my PSU from Thermaltake. Excellent quality build and excellent prducts....I already have a 700w Toughpower PSU in my main rig. I a...
Day 20: I got my clear acrylic in the mail today. I have cut it int 2 pieces and fixed it to the side panel with the holes cutout for it. Just waitin...
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very nicely done