Margot Robbed Me Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 Have you already figured out how you're going to mount it to the wall? What material will you be using? Is it essentially just going to be an open shelf, or are you going to enclose the parts compartment with acrylic or glass? Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071413645 Share on other sites More sharing options...
IS90 Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 6 minutes ago, KDA said: Have you already figured out how you're going to mount it to the wall? What material will you be using? Is it essentially just going to be an open shelf, or are you going to enclose the parts compartment with acrylic or glass? Was thinking of plywood with simple L shaped brackets for fixing it on the wall. Plexiglass to cover the parts side. Speaker part is just an idea and it could be simple shelves really. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071413665 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margot Robbed Me Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 Look into using a French cleat system for mounting the thing to the wall. Easy to make, and will support a ton of weight. You can secure it with a dowel or screw if you feel it's necessary. IS90 1 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071413670 Share on other sites More sharing options...
IS90 Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 4 minutes ago, KDA said: Look into using a French cleat system for mounting the thing to the wall. Easy to make, and will support a ton of weight. You can secure it with a dowel or screw if you feel it's necessary. Awesome tip! Thank you! Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071413678 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margot Robbed Me Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 Are you going to be doing all of this by hand? Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071413680 Share on other sites More sharing options...
IS90 Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 (edited) 42 minutes ago, KDA said: Are you going to be doing all of this by hand? Well, yes. I have all the power tools required and a friend to help me cut the angled ones perfectly (like the French cleat). I just need to figure out if I'm keeping the current config or start something from scratch. Spoiler Motherboard: Gigabyte H61M-S1 with two DDR3 RAM slots and a maximum of 16 GB. I currently have 12GB(4+8) at 1330 mhz. CPU: I5 2500K @3.30Ghz with 4 cores, 4 threads with Cooler Master Hyper Evo 212 GPU: 2GB GeForce GTX 760 (still works fine and not a priority for the moment) HDD: 465GB I could upgrade it to 16 GB RAM and get an SSD for the operating system. But I think it's kinda late in the day for this Considering these parts it's becoming difficult to accept a plexiglass cover Edited December 8, 2020 by IS90 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071413699 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margot Robbed Me Posted September 25, 2021 Share Posted September 25, 2021 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071649885 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sivispacem Posted September 25, 2021 Share Posted September 25, 2021 I've got some little bits on the go at the moment, nothing big yet (doing some casemodding of my O11 XL when I get fully set up in the new office) but I've been looking at refinishing some of the fittings that came with my EK distro plate. I had a go at refinishing some of the blanking plugs, trying to see if I could get a satin finish on the nickel plating. Unfortunately the quality of the non-fancy EK fittings is a bit sh*te and the plating can be stripped off the brass very easily. The edges on the raw brass one have softened loads too. I actually think the raw brass could look really cool on other builds (like something steampunk or dieselpunk inspired) but it won't match the satin Titanium finish on the rest of my fittings, so my next stop is going to be etching the hell out of the nickel with an acid based primer and spraying then with automotive metallic titanium paint. I'm using 16mm acrylic tubing but wanted to go satin finish. As far as I can tell nobody sells satin 16mm acrylic tubing, so I'm making my own using 500/1000 grit soft sanding pads. The bits of casemodding I'm planning on include some glass etching (honeycomb pattern on the corners of the front and side panels), caustic stripping the front I/O panel and refinishing in a brushed satin aluminium, and making a custom rear blanking plate and light box with some pass through fittings for a drain port. Margot Robbed Me 1 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071650106 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margot Robbed Me Posted October 6, 2021 Share Posted October 6, 2021 I guess I'm technically liquid cooling again. Bitspower 400mm tank and fittings. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071656891 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sivispacem Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 Okay so metallic titanium attempt #1 isn't quite right. Tonally it's pretty good but there's faaaaaaaar too much metal flake in it. EK satin Titanium on the lower fitting, metallic titanium on the upper one. Next to try is VW metallic titanium matte. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071662366 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sivispacem Posted November 14, 2021 Share Posted November 14, 2021 Just finished CADing up a back plate for my PC-O11D (well still need to dro screw placements) 10mm frosted acrylic with 2mm aluminium front and back. 30mm hexagons milled at alternating 5mm, 3mm and 1.5mm depths, 0.3mm inner chamfers and 2.5mm outer walls. Channels for 100mm LED strips. Margot Robbed Me and AZAZEL 2 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071723867 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sivispacem Posted November 15, 2021 Share Posted November 15, 2021 Better picture Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071724883 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sivispacem Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 Actually got some amazingly sensible CNC prices for the main acrylic bit- £80 currently the winning quote. Currently trying to find a laser cutting place whose costs for the tiny top and bottom 2mm aluminium pieces isn't hilarious. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071727878 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margot Robbed Me Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 It's in the USA, but have you tried https://sendcutsend.com/ That's where I get some of my things cut. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071727913 Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZAZEL Posted November 17, 2021 Author Share Posted November 17, 2021 1 hour ago, sivispacem said: Currently trying to find a laser cutting place whose costs for the tiny top and bottom 2mm aluminium pieces isn't hilarious. Give https://cotter.co/ a try - I use them for all my laser cutting. They're based here in Denmark, so it's quite convenient for me, but always found their prices to be quite fair, and cutting to be top notch. They have lots of different materials in stock, and some neat tools and guides to ensure good results. You can also upload your files and get an instant quote, which is nice. They do seem quite pricy with the metal cutting, though. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071727918 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sivispacem Posted November 18, 2021 Share Posted November 18, 2021 Thanks both, I'll take a look. I don't need to go alu per se, I could do a plastic and vinyl wrap it. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071728241 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sivispacem Posted November 18, 2021 Share Posted November 18, 2021 1 hour ago, sivispacem said: Thanks both, I'll take a look. I don't need to go alu per se, I could do a plastic and vinyl wrap it. Okay success. Relatively local place, £30 for both the top and bottom plates laser cut on a 7 working day cycle. If this comes out well I reckon you could actually sell these at a pretty decent profit, given people charge £200+ for custom light boxes. AZAZEL 1 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071728304 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margot Robbed Me Posted November 18, 2021 Share Posted November 18, 2021 I think once you start using CAD software, you quickly begin to figure out how to make nearly everything yourself for a better price. It seems cheap at first, until you get addicted and find yourself placing an order every other week. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071729008 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sivispacem Posted November 22, 2021 Share Posted November 22, 2021 On 11/18/2021 at 8:45 PM, Misumi said: I think once you start using CAD software, you quickly begin to figure out how to make nearly everything yourself for a better price. It seems cheap at first, until you get addicted and find yourself placing an order every other week. I think I'm approaching a point where I might be able to actually design case components in a moderately coherent way now. I've been mocking up some new top and side panels for my O11D XL, don't know if I'll do anything about them (I don't have a brake or anything else to do metal folding with) and I also lack most of the right kit for doing stuff like latches... Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071732625 Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZAZEL Posted November 27, 2021 Author Share Posted November 27, 2021 This mobo is so frickin' heavy, haha. Was quite fiddly installing the EK block, the way it's all done from the back - but looks quite clean on there I think! Margot Robbed Me 1 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071736124 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margot Robbed Me Posted November 27, 2021 Share Posted November 27, 2021 Though the setups can look nice, I could never see myself getting back into watercooling lol. AZAZEL 1 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071736130 Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZAZEL Posted November 27, 2021 Author Share Posted November 27, 2021 8 minutes ago, Misumi said: Though the setups can look nice, I could never see myself getting back into watercooling lol. Haha, I know what you mean. I've taken a three year break - for my sanity. I'm ready to get back on it now, though. I think. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071736135 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margot Robbed Me Posted November 27, 2021 Share Posted November 27, 2021 I'm still on that break lol. Mostly I've just been lazy. I've gone over a year without cleaning the filters on my PC. Given my laziness to do such a simple task, I'd have even less motivation to maintain a WC setup. Shoving it under my desk turned out to be a great idea. Out of sight, out of mind. As long as it does the work I need it to do, I consider it a zero maintenance machine. AZAZEL 1 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071736160 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sivispacem Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 Laser cut bits. Not very impressed with the quality of the cut here, a lot of clean up work to do. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071737796 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margot Robbed Me Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 What's wrong with it? Edges rough? Laser kerf altered the dimensions? The place I get mine cut will compensate to kerf automatically to get a part within .005", but it will still need finishing around the edge. I've come to accept that with laser cut parts. At least it's far better than back when I was getting parts waterjet cut. This is how the edges of my laser cut parts look like. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071738186 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sivispacem Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 1 hour ago, Misumi said: What's wrong with it? Edges rough? Laser kerf altered the dimensions? The place I get mine cut will compensate to kerf automatically to get a part within .005", but it will still need finishing around the edge. I've come to accept that with laser cut parts. At least it's far better than back when I was getting parts waterjet cut. This is how the edges of my laser cut parts look like. They're pretty rough- mine look similar to that. Nothing a deburring tool won't fix, but they're also covered in deep scratches on the faces that are going to take ages to flatten out. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071738248 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margot Robbed Me Posted November 30, 2021 Share Posted November 30, 2021 Will you be painting them? Or leaving them raw (or a brushed finish)? Sucks to hear about the deep scratches on the faces. Mine have had that in the past, but I've usually been able to get it out with only a little bit of sanding starting with around 600 to be safe, and dropping to 400 if I need to. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071738252 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sivispacem Posted December 1, 2021 Share Posted December 1, 2021 12 hours ago, Misumi said: Will you be painting them? Or leaving them raw (or a brushed finish)? Sucks to hear about the deep scratches on the faces. Mine have had that in the past, but I've usually been able to get it out with only a little bit of sanding starting with around 600 to be safe, and dropping to 400 if I need to. I'm not 100% sure how I'm going to finish them yet, I'm currently between a brushed finish or bead blasting. -Edit The acrylic piece had also shipped now. Should be here tomorrow or Friday Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071738541 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margot Robbed Me Posted December 1, 2021 Share Posted December 1, 2021 It would be pretty easy to try a brushed look by putting 600 grit on a sanding block and sliding it straight across repeatedly to preview the look. If you don't like it, it wouldn't be a problem to sand it smooth and go with media blasting. Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071739024 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sivispacem Posted December 2, 2021 Share Posted December 2, 2021 Well my frosted lightbox turned up I think that's going to loop top notch. AZAZEL and Margot Robbed Me 2 Link to comment https://gtaforums.com/topic/875287-case-hardware-modding/?do=findComment&comment=1071739573 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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