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tuxedojericho
02-24-2003, 12:13 PM
I saw the other day on the techtv site, I think, about how to add a custom window into a case, but here's the thing, I cant get to techtv.com atm, so, Yoshi, if you could be so kind as to post the steps, so that I can try it myself.. good thing that if I screw up, I can get a cheap case w/window.. just dont want to spend $50 if I dont have to. And yes, I have a Dremmel tool, I do remember atleast that part.

The Part I will need the most help with, is how to keep the window in the case.
apeter
02-24-2003, 01:14 PM
These (http://www.case-mod.com/store/default.php?cPath=58_59) come with everything you'll need.
tuxedojericho
02-24-2003, 01:44 PM
SWEET! thanks man, I am wanting to start modding, I am thinking of paining my case black, and doing a Batman theme, kinda like the Superman themed case of another thread.
tuxedojericho
02-24-2003, 01:52 PM
Just Ordered the rectangle side pannel, thanks again for that site man...
apeter
02-24-2003, 05:10 PM
np, they're super-cheap and all should know about and benefit from that.
Cross
02-24-2003, 06:57 PM
So if I wanted to put in that 5.99 window, what would I need?

Thanks for the help
apeter
02-24-2003, 07:00 PM
So if I wanted to put in that 5.99 window, what would I need?
Something to cut the case with and...nothing!
Cross
02-25-2003, 06:21 PM
How does the window stay in, is it like glued to the window of the gase or is it two pieces that fit with the case inside the middle?
n0strax
02-25-2003, 07:27 PM
basically, the cut out for the window on the side panel is about 1/8" bigger and a piece of rubber molding goes in that gap and around the edges to hold it in.

or sometimes you will cut out the hole, put edging around it to make it look nice, and then use double sided sticky tape to hold it down.
apeter
02-25-2003, 08:42 PM
The kit comes w/molding that keeps everything together and instructions to tell you what to cut off around it.
Cross
02-25-2003, 08:53 PM
so, I need a case of my own... probably a dremel with which bit? and the kit 5.99 and ^
apeter
02-25-2003, 09:00 PM
Recap:
You need:
1) case
2) Dremel
3) cut off discs -I like the Reinforced ones (prod. #426)
4) window kit
5) masking tape (to mask off panel to prevent small scratches)
6) Pencil (or pen)
7) a free evening
n0strax
02-25-2003, 09:11 PM
pen works better on masking tape then pencil :D
apeter
02-25-2003, 09:15 PM
lol, I didn't mask mine off oops
n0strax
02-25-2003, 10:38 PM
i didn't on one of my drive cover mods which made me sad, so i masked twice the normal amount on my window lol
[]V[] Deathscythe
02-28-2003, 01:00 AM
T mount the plexiglass, I just cut the plexi a little bit big, and use duct tape to mount it.
tmbarrios
03-03-2003, 03:30 PM
BUY A NEW CASE ITS NOT WORTH IT!!!! LAST TIME I TRIED I GOY SO AGGRAVATED I GOT A NEW CASE
Cross
03-03-2003, 03:32 PM
lay off the caps
Amanda
02-09-2004, 11:39 AM
[edited]

Nevermind. :)
SGTShady
02-09-2004, 12:56 PM
Originally posted by tmbarrios
BUY A NEW CASE ITS NOT WORTH IT!!!! LAST TIME I TRIED I GOY SO AGGRAVATED I GOT A NEW CASE
That’s what’s fun, the work. If you mess-up start over. When you do get it right and it is what you want (other than what some company has made) you will be a lot happier. :D