I noticed all the wild case designs on the main page and was wondering if anyone had ever attempted a metroid prime themed case. Also, I'm looking for a good computer case that is under $100 if anyone has any suggestions.
I noticed all the wild case designs on the main page and was wondering if anyone had ever attempted a metroid prime themed case. Also, I'm looking for a good computer case that is under $100 if anyone has any suggestions.
"If looks could really kill, then my profession would be staring."
I havent seen a case mod for metroid try a Midi Tower though, if your gonna make it you could have a window with the logo and Samus engraved into it!
Nice idea, but try looking at what you can do with the case you have. If it's completely unsuitable for modding, then look at a new one-but that money could be spent on paint, etc. allowing you to complete your mod faster. A lot of the time, everything you need is right in front of you-like the sculpture's allready in the stone, all you gotta do is tap-tap-tap the rock away.
In otherwords, look at things in a different light. Would like to see a metroid case, so if you're planning to do one don't forget to post.
-Dave
Originally Posted by jdbnsnOriginally Posted by jdbnsn
My current PC is crap. I'm just planning on buying a decent case and seeing what I can do. I have little to no experience but I'm a quick learner. I was thinking of have the bomb ball as the power/reset button though. I would be willing to pay someone to do this for me though.
"If looks could really kill, then my profession would be staring."
Not really the spirit off things...it's ok if you havn't got the facilities, i.e. you need metal panels cut & folded, but paying someone to mod your case isn't really what it's all about.I would be willing to pay someone to do this for me though.
-Dave
Originally Posted by jdbnsnOriginally Posted by jdbnsn
I know what you mean. I would be willing to pay for some things though like having someone bend the metal and other jobs that require skills I do not possess. There is just some special satisfaction in knowing that I was able to do it myself though, so if I actually start it, I am going to do as much of it myself as possible.
"If looks could really kill, then my profession would be staring."
look for an old computer case with 1mm steel you don´t need more
steel isnt really ideal for modding, aluminum is best, but anything can be done, just determines on how much money you want to spend and if money is worth the sacrifice of work.
Different Kinds of steel, different kinds of results. Won't pretend i know my metals, but i can give you this much:
Mild Steel : Cheap cases usually come with this, cheap, strong, easy to bend once but not ver maleable.
Aluminium : Light, very strong compared to it's weight. Slighly more expensive, easy to cut and bend. Considered by most here the best to work with.
Steel : A lot of old cases are made with a heavier steel. I'm not sure of it's technical name, but it should be avoided. In fact, never go near it. It's damn heavy, and it can crack. I'm actually going to be working on a case made of this crap, and let me tell you the case is about 3 to 4 Kilos when empty.
Not much help, i know. But, it's better than nothing.
-Dave
Originally Posted by jdbnsnOriginally Posted by jdbnsn
^^^ to add to your list .... AND STEEL RUSTS!!! If your carful it could work, but i like giving my cases a wash down before i start and i hate it when i forget about steel rusting.