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Hall of fame worthy projects
« on: June 01, 2010, 11:53:31 am »
What projects would you put in the hall of fame, and why? Doesn't have to be a cabinet.
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #1 on: June 01, 2010, 12:31:07 pm »
To clarify: should this just be finished projects?

Mountain's Jukebox.
Gametrek's Showcase
Bella's arcade.

I think those cabinets are fantastic representations of what we do, and they tend to have a lot of great and innovative information in their respective threads about how to build.

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #2 on: June 01, 2010, 12:35:22 pm »

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #3 on: June 01, 2010, 12:39:15 pm »
My favorite upright is Martijn's for attention to detail and overall fit and finish.. first class all the way.
Martijn's Streetfighter

My favorite bartop/mini is the Benderama.   Innovative portable design, with full 1P control set, in an attractive package.
Bender's Benderama

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #4 on: June 01, 2010, 03:45:33 pm »
Oh man, this might be a long one...
On top of the formally mentioned projects, the ones that were most inspiring to me over the years are:

Uprights
Woody - by Knievel
- for his classic design, yet updated slim version. Cleanly built, great for living room friendly placement.

Terminus - by markc74
- I really love the shape of this cabinet, and again another Slim. I thought the cab has some really nice lines, and the colour scheme makes for a clean cabinet.

Bella's Arcade - by javeryh
- Great construction and wonderful information on painting surfaces.  A beautiful theme as well.

The Shmup! Arcade - Ryglore
- I really like Ryglore's documentation of this project the most. He really did a great job at putting the process down. Also, he made a fairly unique cabinet shape, and wonderful theme'd artwork. Also, love his joystick mod and custom dust covers.

Aliens Cabinet - Epyx
- Awesome theme, great documentation, wonderful outcome.  The lighting, to the shape, to the execution, Epyx did an amazing job on this one.

Project Mame - lokesen
- All around great cabinet. The artwork and shape stands out the most IMO. But also, it looks completely professionally done! It's clean, well constructed, and overall just looks fricken cool. Though, it's a bit lacking on the documentation.

Bubble Bobble Scratch build - by YoGaBaR
- great looking cabinet, featuring Trebeck's wonderful artwork. Though, this cabinet is lacking in details as well, its still nice to look at.

Mission Control v1. - Pixelhugger
- Although he's working on v2, I really thought v1 was a great looking cabinet. First, the construction was great, the shape of the cabinet was so unique, and the marquee plexi work was so well done.

Bartops
DK, DK Jr., Mario Bros. Bartops - by Jigenjuke
- Just outstanding work. One of the first bartop threads I read, and extremely jealous of. Jigenjuke did a brilliant job with this.

Tempest Bartop - by leapinlew
- I thought leapinlew did an amazing job with this cabinet. It was simply built, and well documented. The shape of the original tempest cabinet also translated well to a bartop.

UK Dig Dug Bartop - by shrunkenmaster
- It's just so cute!

WeeCade - by lokesen
- Love the retro look of this little guy. Nice overlay artwork, really well constructed.

POWcade - by endtwist
- I thought this was a very classy renovation project. I really liked his use of the side-art as well as the thin-lined chrome/black t-molding.

Galaga Themed Small Bartop - by leapinlew  
- One of the first bartop threads I read. I really liked the translation of a classic galaga cabinet to bartop. It worked really well.

Metroid Mother Brain Super Console - by SodaPopinksi
- Absolutely my favourite project of all bartops!!  The theme, the artwork, the details, the MOTHER BRAIN!!!!  When I first saw this years ago, it blew my mind.

Atari Xevious Bartop - by retrofuture
- I left this one last because retrofuture isn't finished yet!  But this bartop will be great once finished, and even in it's current state I found it pretty inspiring.

Cocktail and Other
Sega Dreamcast Cocktail table (Michigan theme) - by deadpool18
- This cabinet inspired me for my Canucks cabinet. I thought he used the sports theme very smart, not overly done or in your face. Also, a cocktail that runs off a DC is awesome in my books.

Xcelerator - by theCoder
- Epic driving cockpit cabinet! Probably the best on the board IMO. The documentation is wonderful, and his attention to details and driving "feel" is commendable.

Woodrail Mini-Pin Cabinet - by froggerman
- Classic looking mini-pin. Very well made, well executed...great choices of artwork and colour scheme. Some really good craftsmanship here.

Mini Galaga project - by melon
- So awesome. Clever use of the "coin door" access. So tiny, so coooooool!

Vewlix Slim cab - by SpaceHedgehog
- I know he's still putting finishing touches on this cabinet, but it's practically done. Great craftsmanship of this replication, and I really love his wiring and mounting of play-components.

Super Mario Bros Wiimote coin block Wiimote tidy - by Franco B
- Though not an arcade machine, I give this projects props for the theme and the utility it brings. Definitely inspiring for projects with purpose outside of actual game playing.


I really can go on and on. There are so many great projects here that there are too many to mention...

 :applaud: Great job everyone!  :applaud:
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #5 on: June 01, 2010, 05:02:44 pm »
I'm a big fan of mountain's cab as well and all of Knievel's stuff
Plus I agree with all of the above except the Benderama that is a POS!  ;) although it would help if I got some finished shots into that thread :banghead:

As yet unfinished projects, but certainly worthy already

Ond's Astro why? Have you seen this thing?..... Have you seen this thing? :dizzy:

Drventure's Antique buffet very different and very well done!
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #6 on: June 01, 2010, 05:32:20 pm »
As yet unfinished projects, but certainly worthy already

Ond's Astro why? Have you seen this thing?

Drventure's Antique buffet very different and very well done!
I agree, I figured someone would mention them, as they are obvious ones to add. Same reason I didn't add yours! ;)

Also, there are a bunch of threads I remember looking at years ago that are missing images (must have been hosted elsewhere). I wanted to mention them, but it's kinda useless without pics. Be mindful were you store your images folks!  If you keep 'em here, Saint will most likely hang on to them long-term!

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #7 on: June 01, 2010, 05:44:37 pm »
Aliens Cabinet - Epyx
I love this Cab

Project Mame - lokesen
The inspiration for my own Lokesen Clone

Taitorama - lokesen
The man does it again

Cabaret MAME Arcade Classics - Chicken McNobody
I love how retro and unfussy this conversion of an old Bump 'n' Jump cabaret turned out. Really sweet cab.
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #8 on: June 01, 2010, 06:32:59 pm »
Gamester's Arcade Galaxy
One of the best complete cab paint jobs i've seen......Great CP artwork and craftsmanship in all it's lumin disk glory.... :applaud:

Somunny's Ark
This one should go into the unfinished works of art category.... :dunno

Knievel's Neon Mame
I think this started a new generation of eye candy for the forum.... :applaud:

Blind Dado's Arcade Odyssey
This one was the inspiration for my cab, good photos of progress, clean precise build. :applaud:

Build not documented in the forum so I added link below.
Arcade Odyssey Build Diary

Previously mentioned

Epyx's - Alien Themed Cab :applaud:
Ond's - Astro :applaud:
Dr. Ventures' - Antique Buffet :applaud:
Martijn's - Street Fighter :applaud:
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #9 on: June 01, 2010, 08:24:46 pm »
All of these are really great but I think that from what im reading that you could click on the proj announ page and get all of them from there, I think everyone should get one vote.  Initial inductees should be limited to 5 or 10 in order to keep the standard of the Hall of Fame high and something to strive for.

That being said you really should look at my cab for Hall of Fame.

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #10 on: June 01, 2010, 09:08:05 pm »

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #11 on: June 01, 2010, 09:09:11 pm »
This is an awesome thread.  I agree with most all of the above posted projects.  It will be great to have these linked in one thread.   :cheers:

Here is a bar-top from a few years ago I really like.  It has an original look and is very clean. It catches your eye without being too gaudy.  I also like the swappable panels.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=78492.0

I also like this Star Wars upright scratch build.   Very well done and something I would like to take on someday.

http://urbaninteractive.wordpress.com/


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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #12 on: June 02, 2010, 07:17:20 am »
Let's not forget about ninjasquirrel's bartop build. Great documention and we all learned a bit more about kerfing.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=101426.0

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #13 on: June 02, 2010, 07:30:31 am »
Here are my favorites.

Best bartop EVER
Leapinlews Tempest Bartop

Best Upright
knievels Woody

Best Cocktail
system01's Cocktail

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #14 on: June 02, 2010, 07:41:54 am »
This is an awesome thread.  I agree with most all of the above posted projects.  It will be great to have these linked in one thread.   :cheers:

+1

All the builds that come to mind right off have already been mentioned. I'll have to do some looking.

But definitely Bender's Benderama, the Aliens Cab, OND's Astro, The Shmup, Mountain's Woody and Jukebox, jeez the list goes on!

There's also a couple of Visual Pinball cabs that I'd nominate, but I can't find em off hand.

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #15 on: June 02, 2010, 11:16:08 am »
Excellent responses so far, thanks everyone! More if you've got them!

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #16 on: June 02, 2010, 12:50:35 pm »
if mine works out half as good as I hope lol!

But my fav: the aliens cab by epyx. I'm a big aliens fan, in fact I've made numerous aliens halloween costumes out of latex, the coolest ones being a facehugger and chest burster.

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #17 on: June 02, 2010, 03:12:13 pm »
Well in the thread he recently mentions a renovation, but I'm mentioning this one anyway.

The Varsity Club

~It helped in making unrelated themed cabs not just tolerable, but maybe even popular. We all know this probably had a draw to the hobby for people that may not have been otherwise interested.

~The design was very innovative in many respects (dual monitors, lighting, controls, layout, artwork, theme), and the execution was pretty stellar as well.

~Won a mamey for cab of the year.



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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #18 on: June 02, 2010, 03:23:28 pm »
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=78492.0  Taxi-Cab Bartop
Knievel's Neon Mame and Woody

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #19 on: June 02, 2010, 06:22:49 pm »
Xcelerator - by theCoder
- Epic driving cockpit cabinet! Probably the best on the board IMO. The documentation is wonderful, and his attention to details and driving "feel" is commendable.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=57479.msg689689#msg689689
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« Reply #20 on: June 02, 2010, 06:31:08 pm »
Xcelerator - by theCoder
- Epic driving cockpit cabinet! Probably the best on the board IMO. The documentation is wonderful, and his attention to details and driving "feel" is commendable.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=57479.msg689689#msg689689
hahaha, javeryh called it!   He should have bought a lottery ticket that day. :)


***Edit:  Also wanted to add a few more to the HoF.

Bombjack bartop - by psychotech
Great execution. Unique bartop shape, (love the "grinning" marquee), swappable CP...just awesome all together.

Mystery Machine - by shrunkenmaster
It's bright, it's cheerful, the whole theme was solidified well...and who doesn't like scooby doo?!

Galaxian Mame Conversion - by csa3d
I couldn't forget about this one. An oldie, but greatie. Part restore, part upgrade, rotating monitor with great documentation...the finished pics of it aren't there anymore, though this was an old thread.

A-kab - by Zobeid
Another awesome rotating monitor build (link: the rotavator explained).

Laser Multi Touch Projection Cocktail Table - by rdagger
The title says it all. This thing was so awesome. More documentation can be found here
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #21 on: June 03, 2010, 12:30:41 am »
All of my favourite have been named so far...Taxi Cab, Onds, Martijn's, Ryglore's, DrVenture's, Bella's, Mystery Machine, Mountains, Knievel's (pick one!), leapinlews, Bender's and so many more that may be copies or knock offs but are "best of class" in that respect: Javeryh's DK build, Opt2not's cocktail and so many more!
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« Reply #22 on: June 03, 2010, 02:24:52 am »
All of my favourite have been named so far...Taxi Cab, Onds, Martijn's, DrVenture's, Bella's, Mystery Machine, Knievel's (pick one!), leapinlews, Bender's and so many more that may be copies or knock offs but are "best of class" in that respect: Javeryh's DK build, Opt2not's cocktail and so many more!

+1 I thought Kurts Pinball Cab http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=99924.80 should be nominated, I know there are some other great virtual pinball machines out there but this is the one that impressed me in particular - well documented and great attention to detail

and my own ditto to previously mentioned Pixelhugger's awesome Mission Control for it's furniture quality elegance

There's one cab though that if I had to nominate a cab that is the best representation of what BYOAC is all about, a cab that screams pure arcade atmosphere and captures the nostalgia of the era yet is fresh and new it's your Aliens cab dude.  Sure, I'm slightly biased, but it's your effort and experience learned through doing, that brought it to life.  
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #23 on: June 03, 2010, 05:41:13 am »

isn't Ghost in the Machine also an obvious choice?
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=75411.0

“Doc Like” Modular Panels using Velcro for easier fabrication
Side Lit Etched Acrylic CP Art
Lighted Controls (So you know they are Plugged in!)
Laser Etched Acrylic Marquee with Luminglass Accent
Lighted “T-molding”

--> awesome!

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #24 on: June 03, 2010, 05:19:56 pm »
Although this is an unfinished build, this one when complete will be a prime candidate.  Wood working skills are phenomenal....

Project Quercus - Wilno45

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #25 on: June 03, 2010, 07:07:41 pm »
One of my favorite "custom" cabinets ever is Aurich's Deep 6.  Awesome theme, totally unique and excellent execution.  Just an all around great cab and proof that simple and elegant work... plus it's got PINK!   ;D

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=64761.0


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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #26 on: June 03, 2010, 09:33:57 pm »
I'd nominate paulscade's "Blastoff" - well-documented, clean build with an interesting button layout and just overall good workmanship.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=82241.0

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #27 on: June 03, 2010, 10:13:34 pm »
Somehow I missed this one the first time through.  Very nice.  I especially like how he tweaked the 25" monitor.


One of my favorite "custom" cabinets ever is Aurich's Deep 6.  Awesome theme, totally unique and excellent execution.  Just an all around great cab and proof that simple and elegant work... plus it's got PINK!   ;D

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=64761.0




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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #28 on: June 03, 2010, 10:33:05 pm »
One of my favorite "custom" cabinets ever is Aurich's Deep 6.  Awesome theme, totally unique and excellent execution.  Just an all around great cab and proof that simple and elegant work... plus it's got PINK!   ;D

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=64761.0


Great cabinet. Simple is good.
I really liked the side art he had planned. Though I wish he would have followed-through with it. The look from the front is great, but once you see the plain sides it seems a bit "too simple" for me.  

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #29 on: June 03, 2010, 10:44:23 pm »
OMG - no one has mentioned ARTIFACT yet??  C'mon guys!!!   ;D

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=68794.0;all


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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #30 on: June 04, 2010, 06:01:12 am »
How about restorations?
Level42's Galaxian No. 815
Level42's Star Wars Cockpit
Neil's Donkey Kong Restoration
RetroACTIVE's Defender Restore to Williams Multigame
Spyridon's Pac-man restoration - Return from Doh!
Spyridon's Centipede Restoration
Wade's Galaga restoration (most pictures lost though)

I think this thread is lacking Spacies' work too. Just about every cab he made is hall of fame worthy. Not sure if he actually documents his builds here though.
White and Chrome Cocktail (with instructional video)
Skinny Galaga cab
He also made a few defender cabs that looked great and an amazing 3 sided cocktail, but I can't find the project threads.


Besides I think it needs some PocketPC Galaga cabinets and Galaga birdhouses   :angel:
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #31 on: June 04, 2010, 11:03:13 am »
OMG - no one has mentioned ARTIFACT yet??  C'mon guys!!!   ;D

great call Jav that cab was a total insparation!

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #32 on: June 04, 2010, 11:13:28 am »
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OMG - no one has mentioned ARTIFACT yet??  C'mon guys!!!

Wow, not sure how I missed this thread...amazing work and amazing finish.  Just skimmed through but going to read through it more detail now, thanks for the heads up on this project.  :cheers:
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« Reply #33 on: June 04, 2010, 01:42:27 pm »
OMG - no one has mentioned ARTIFACT yet??  C'mon guys!!!   ;D

great call Jav that cab was a total insparation!

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OMG - no one has mentioned ARTIFACT yet??  C'mon guys!!!

Wow, not sure how I missed this thread...amazing work and amazing finish.  Just skimmed through but going to read through it more detail now, thanks for the heads up on this project.  :cheers:

Thanks guys!  I'm glad I'm good for something around here...  This is in my Top 5 for sure based on the artwork alone.  It's a perfect name for a MAME machine and the retro artwork is just fantastic.  Also, the control panel has a 2P 6 button setup with a trackball and spinner yet doesn't overhang the sides.  It looks like it could have been a stand alone cabinet with its own game inside.  Plus, the thread is a great read.   I've thought about copying the name and artwork for my own similar cabinet on more than one occasion...

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #34 on: June 04, 2010, 02:07:20 pm »
What projects would you put in the hall of fame, and why? Doesn't have to be a cabinet.
saint, this is a great thread you've started here, good timing. I don't know if you intended this, but with the large influx of new members in the last 6 months, this is a perfect thread to show off the history of the BYOAC projects and members. At the same time inspiring and possibly answering a lot of common newbie questions, through examples of other builds.
 :applaud:


Also, how could I have forgot ARTIFACT ???
Such a beautiful cabinet!

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« Reply #35 on: June 04, 2010, 03:10:00 pm »
Wow, thanks for the mentions guys!  :cheers:

Pretty much every cab I can think of off the top of my head has already been mentioned up til now. Awesome thread, especially for new members. But Also a great reference for taking a gander some amazing projects.  :afro:

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« Reply #36 on: June 04, 2010, 03:11:48 pm »
OK one more - waveryder's Bubblegum Betty.  This is HOF material for candy cabs.  All the artwork was custom.  Came out perfect and most importantly.... it's PINK!!!!   ;D

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=66932.0;all


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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #37 on: June 04, 2010, 08:46:51 pm »
Seeing as I didn't see any showcase cabs, This one I think looks amazing
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=81413.0

All my other fav's are listed here, but the special one for me was mountains cab that made me want to give it a go at building one. The attention to detail (especially now I know how much work is involved) is crazy.
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=63629.0

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« Reply #38 on: June 04, 2010, 09:41:12 pm »
That showcase is very nice except for the exposed trackball plate. That kills it for me.

But +10 for mountain's cab. I'm not completely sure, but I think that was the one that originally got me inspired when I first stumbled across this site. I seem to recognize the wiring from under the CP.

Actually, now that I'm thinking about it, it was Mountain's cab, Kneivel's cabs (esp the woody) and another called Jeff's Supercade, that were my original inspirations

But I don't think jeff's supercade is on this site anywhere.
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« Reply #39 on: June 05, 2010, 05:41:56 am »
This thread is an education, so many great projects I didn't know about.  Artifact and Deep 6 very nice!



« Last Edit: June 05, 2010, 06:47:01 am by Ond »

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #40 on: June 05, 2010, 12:46:11 pm »
This thread is an education, so many great projects I didn't know about.  Artifact and Deep 6 very nice!

Agreed, Sometimes flipping through the threads can be a bit intimidating. Nice to have a set location for referencing. I would not have seen a bunch of these. Artifact is dead sexy, I won't lie, I drooled a bit.

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« Reply #41 on: June 05, 2010, 02:36:35 pm »
This thread is an education, so many great projects I didn't know about.  Artifact and Deep 6 very nice!
No kiddin', I'm just reading over the Bubble Gum Betty thread. What a great renovation build!

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« Reply #42 on: June 06, 2010, 08:26:18 pm »
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« Reply #43 on: June 07, 2010, 04:08:11 am »
:) Projects don't have to be documented here, just documented somewhere on the net with the owner being contactable...

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« Reply #44 on: June 07, 2010, 07:03:58 am »
The nominees roll......




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« Reply #45 on: June 07, 2010, 08:15:34 am »
Thanks for the vote Ond but it's not finished yet  >:D

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« Reply #46 on: June 09, 2010, 04:47:58 pm »
:) Projects don't have to be documented here, just documented somewhere on the net with the owner being contactable...

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #47 on: June 09, 2010, 04:55:05 pm »
lol can i vote for my own mini pin?   :laugh: >:D
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« Reply #48 on: June 09, 2010, 04:57:24 pm »
Besides, writing another book would be a lot of work...


And nobody on BYOAC has every been accused of doing a lot of work  ;D

You have a publication date in mind?

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« Reply #49 on: June 09, 2010, 05:27:57 pm »
lol can i vote for my own mini pin?   :laugh: >:D

I've vote for your pin if you vote for mine :)  I thought I did a pretty good write up on the software setup in my build thread and wish I had come across something similar to it on here or the other forums like Hyperspin or VPF when I was learning and struggling through it all.
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« Reply #50 on: June 09, 2010, 06:43:48 pm »
I'm going old school...

Arcade Paradise:
http://www.arcadeparadise.org/arcade/ap/

Lusid:
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« Reply #51 on: June 10, 2010, 03:30:14 am »
i vote for mwong's pinbal build !  ;D
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #52 on: June 10, 2010, 04:22:53 pm »
I'm going old school...

Arcade Paradise:
http://www.arcadeparadise.org/arcade/ap/

Lusid:
http://www.lusid.net/arcade/

As well as the plans from Saint.



Seconded.

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #53 on: June 10, 2010, 10:36:44 pm »
May I suggest a possible sticky for the time being?

That way folks who are new, or looking for inspiration can easily find the thread. Especially in case it falls off the front page? Not that I think it would any time soon.  But still as a showcase of noteworthy projects I believe the thread should be stickied up there much like the Control Panel Database in the main forum.   ;D

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« Reply #54 on: June 11, 2010, 12:01:10 am »
Nice job on the roll call, Ond..

Hmmm. You know, brass that up a bit, put some rivets on the letters, and replace the font with Peake, or Acadian, and that might be something I could use   :)


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« Reply #55 on: June 20, 2010, 02:37:56 pm »
OK one more - waveryder's Bubblegum Betty.  This is HOF material for candy cabs.  All the artwork was custom.  Came out perfect and most importantly.... it's PINK!!!!   ;D

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=66932.0;all


That is just incredible!

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« Reply #56 on: June 30, 2010, 11:14:07 pm »
Xcelerator - by theCoder
- Epic driving cockpit cabinet! Probably the best on the board IMO. The documentation is wonderful, and his attention to details and driving "feel" is commendable.

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I'd contribute to the list but every project I thought of has already been mentioned.

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« Reply #57 on: July 05, 2010, 11:15:16 am »
My favorite upright is Martijn's for attention to detail and overall fit and finish.. first class all the way.
Martijn's Streetfighter


I second that. It's the most impressive build i have seen. Such a slick design, so well executed. Beautiful!



Or what about his no-mess control panel. It's laminated (all wires and PCB onder it) with PS/2 connections cut out. That's innovation!  I am going to steal that idea:

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« Reply #58 on: July 08, 2010, 11:36:49 pm »
Hello All !
   I normally participate in the Audio/Jukebox/MP3 forum.
Got the itch for a cab project and I've been viewing some incredible arcade builds :applaud:...Still haven't decided which cab is my favorite. But I thought I'd show off my Jukebox that I completed a few months ago for those who may not visit the other forums.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=98605.0

Congrats to all ! There all great builds!  :cheers:
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« Reply #59 on: July 18, 2010, 01:48:46 am »
I can't find any links, but i recall seeing the cabinet about a year ago...

Basically I think it was a kit build (Mameroom's Ultimate Arcade II, maybe?) cabinet.
Light Guns, maybe cup holders, trackball, don't recall the joysticks.
The artwork was this custom artwork he had drawn up for him. Kind of a collage of comic book styled images, iirc. it was like a blue vs red of comic books.

The artwork really made the machine. Everything on the machine was kind of so-so for HoF material, but the artwork... whooooooo!

Edit: http://forums.bit-tech.net/showthread.php?t=99144
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« Reply #60 on: July 19, 2010, 11:54:02 pm »
I can't find any links, but i recall seeing the cabinet about a year ago...

Basically I think it was a kit build (Mameroom's Ultimate Arcade II, maybe?) cabinet.
Light Guns, maybe cup holders, trackball, don't recall the joysticks.
The artwork was this custom artwork he had drawn up for him. Kind of a collage of comic book styled images, iirc. it was like a blue vs red of comic books.

The artwork really made the machine. Everything on the machine was kind of so-so for HoF material, but the artwork... whooooooo!

Edit: http://forums.bit-tech.net/showthread.php?t=99144

I remember reading through that thread a few times before I found BYOAC.  Even though it is a kit I really learned a lot from this build.  It is very well documented and a great place for a newbie to read about the evolution of a project from start to finish to revision.

I agree the artwork is fantastic.

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #61 on: July 21, 2010, 10:15:57 am »
WOW...  Why have I neverseen this thread...  lol...  Do we have to pick a favorite...  LOL...  I would have changed a couple of things on my build having seen this thread...  I think my personal favorite... Old school...

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=10752.0

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #62 on: August 05, 2010, 07:55:44 pm »
OMG - no one has mentioned ARTIFACT yet??  C'mon guys!!!   ;D

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=68794.0;all



Thank you!!! I was inspired by so many GREAT projects here as well... I learned so much from all of you... It's a snowball effect.
I hope the SketchUp CAD plans are useful to some too!

My family has enjoyed it for a few years already. I've been 100% happy with the way it's designed, built, and works: wire coin return button to the motherboard's POWER switch, Smart Strip to turn everything else on, Mala on boot, DEAD EASY no keyboard/mouse. Those were vital to make the experience end to end and pleasant IMHO. A nice machine should make you forget that it's a computer inside.

It's been wonderful for teaching my son (now 8 ) about the evolution of technology, game design, aestetics... He has an appreciation for the SIMPLE things that have changed so much over the years. He usually DOUBLES my points at the old favorites (Galaga, Donkey Kong, etc) which is surreal to see.

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« Reply #63 on: August 06, 2010, 10:43:15 pm »
How about Game Creature.
The overall design is very well done

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #64 on: August 19, 2010, 12:19:14 pm »
I second the earlier nomination of Pixelhugger's Mission Control.  It's not done, but it is an amazing example of what can be done with enough creativity (and time :) )  One can learn more from that project thread than many others combined.

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« Reply #65 on: September 17, 2010, 10:33:26 am »
Nope. Nope. Pixelhugger's Mission Control needs to be finished first. Time to put some pressure on this guy. We're not getting any younger.  ;)
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #66 on: September 17, 2010, 01:01:50 pm »
Nope. Nope. Pixelhugger's Mission Control needs to be finished first. Time to put some pressure on this guy. We're not getting any younger.  ;)

That must be one of the reasons I haven't received my nomination yet.  Everybody's trying to figure out if I have any skills to actually build what's stuffed inside my head.

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« Reply #67 on: September 17, 2010, 02:46:27 pm »
Remember, Pixelhugger finished his mark-I build of Mission Control, which by rights should be in here anyways. Such an amazing styled cabinet, wonderfully shaped, and professionally executed. Period. Besides, the work he has done so far on Mark II is worthy.  :notworthy:

That must be one of the reasons I haven't received my nomination yet.  Everybody's trying to figure out if I have any skills to actually build what's stuffed inside my head.
I was actually thinking about nominating your wife. Seems like giving you permission that was quite the project in itself. ;)  :lol

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« Reply #68 on: February 18, 2011, 04:43:24 am »
This thread has been quiet lately but Lokesen's Nanocade is certainly worth noting. :applaud: :applaud:

BYOAC thread

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« Reply #69 on: February 18, 2011, 11:50:12 am »
I think Snake Slayer's cabinet is a great slim design

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« Reply #70 on: July 12, 2011, 02:45:08 pm »
Pretty sure Bender's micro-DK would fit the bill and HoF worthy.
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=111395.0

Though I don't see why....  :angel:

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« Reply #71 on: July 17, 2011, 10:09:13 am »
Cocktail and Other
Sega Dreamcast Cocktail table (Michigan theme) - by deadpool18
- This cabinet inspired me for my Canucks cabinet. I thought he used the sports theme very smart, not overly done or in your face. Also, a cocktail that runs off a DC is awesome in my books.


Thanks for the mention!  It's still going strong  :cheers:

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« Reply #72 on: July 17, 2011, 12:36:20 pm »
American Ace

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=111377.0

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« Reply #73 on: July 17, 2011, 02:08:29 pm »
Of course I have to add Leedsfan's mini Star Wars:
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=109842.0

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #74 on: July 31, 2011, 11:59:57 am »
I would have to Vote for BadBoyBill....

His build was... "Flawless"

http://www.hyperspin-fe.com/forum/showthread.php?t=13645



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« Reply #75 on: July 31, 2011, 07:22:51 pm »
I would have to say the tron pinball virtual machine that's on here. It's amazing and the first vitual pinball to replicate the reflection element of a pinball 2000 machine. Simply stunning.  :applaud:
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« Reply #76 on: October 09, 2011, 12:40:03 am »
These are all unreal.  Amazing the work put into them so good

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #77 on: January 03, 2012, 03:54:32 pm »
The nominees roll......






The link is asking me for password, am I allowed to see the pictures? if yes, then what is the password?

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« Reply #78 on: January 22, 2012, 05:32:09 pm »
The link is asking me for password, am I allowed to see the pictures? if yes, then what is the password?

I've tested this from various PC's (other than my own) no password required.

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #79 on: January 31, 2012, 07:47:41 pm »
The link is asking me for password, am I allowed to see the pictures? if yes, then what is the password?

I've tested this from various PC's (other than my own) no password required.

Yes it asks me for a password as well
This is a Private Album

Please enter the password from album Ond_photos to view this private album.

Private Album Password:
My art is always free for you to download and modify as you see fit...
Why?... because I could never find any art I loved on the net. So I played around with Photoshop and wish to share it with the arcade community.

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« Reply #80 on: February 08, 2012, 11:26:05 pm »
The link is asking me for password, am I allowed to see the pictures? if yes, then what is the password?

I've tested this from various PC's (other than my own) no password required.

Yes it asks me for a password as well
This is a Private Album

Please enter the password from album Ond_photos to view this private album.

Private Album Password:

I think if you click on the direct link you will be switched to the photobucket page and be prompted for a password as you say.   If you click on the play button in the video player applet which should appear in my post then the video should play just fine within the current page i.e. this thread.

If you can't see the player applet then  :dunno .  Could be a browser issue.  I've tried accessing the player applet from various peoples PC's including at work and it seems to go OK.

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« Reply #81 on: February 13, 2012, 07:09:53 pm »
Works for me.

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #82 on: March 07, 2012, 09:14:12 pm »
That Mortal Kombat cab is <inspiration for man on man homosexual activity>  ugly


I nominate one of the first completed minis I remember seeing:

MAME Master's Mini MsPac
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=36046.0



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« Reply #83 on: March 19, 2012, 04:48:41 am »
THIS made my pants wet!


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« Reply #84 on: April 08, 2012, 10:14:10 am »

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #85 on: June 25, 2012, 04:46:12 pm »
Wow, been ages since I've posted here, but I was searching for some info on my cab build that I knew I had in a post here and came across this thread. Very belated thanks to everyone who had nice things to say about my Deep 6 cabinet.  :cheers:

It's still running great, haven't done anything new to it or started any new projects, hence my absence, but I couldn't have done it without this community!

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=64761.0


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« Reply #86 on: October 05, 2012, 02:10:36 am »
How can I pick? So many of you were instrumental in encouraging me to design and build my own!

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #87 on: November 14, 2012, 08:48:12 am »
This one just finished, but it definitely needs to adorn the halls of greatness here. There's tons of creativity in this build.


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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #88 on: November 20, 2012, 11:38:52 pm »
Mine! .... I went without sex (well with the missus anyhow :) ) for 3 weeks

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,128806.0.html
Hit something hard enough it should work, if it dont the result can always be called art :)

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #89 on: November 20, 2012, 11:57:57 pm »
Silly rabbit, you can't nominate your own cab!


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« Reply #90 on: November 21, 2012, 12:17:43 am »
If you went without sex during your build, you did it wrong. :cheers:
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« Reply #91 on: November 21, 2012, 12:36:52 am »
Its funny your not the only one to mention "rabbit" during the build, had to budget for batteries , at least she was smiling :) also used the "giant invisible rabbit" i was pet sitting for all the sawdust in the livingroom, note to future builds USE DUST SHEETS!! :)
Hit something hard enough it should work, if it dont the result can always be called art :)

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« Reply #92 on: November 21, 2012, 12:56:01 am »
If you went without sex during your build, you did it wrong. :cheers:

I think it's safe to say that Ond and Pixelhugger are both in TOTAL agreement with this sentiment.   :laugh2:


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« Reply #93 on: November 21, 2012, 12:37:46 pm »
Mine! .... I went without sex (well with the missus anyhow :) ) for 3 weeks

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,128806.0.html

I fail to see why this build is HOF material. It's a kit build with a disproportately sized monitor. It's a great first outting but isn't earth moving IMHO.

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« Reply #94 on: November 21, 2012, 12:44:45 pm »
 :dunno
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« Reply #95 on: November 21, 2012, 12:46:51 pm »
To be fair, the real Captain Caveman wasn't big on subtlety either, what with shouting his own name loudly before pounding the ---steaming pile of meadow muffin--- out of stuff...  :laugh:
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« Reply #96 on: November 21, 2012, 04:08:02 pm »
The real question is, has he built his own Swiss Army Club like Cavey had in the cartoon?

Now that would be impressive.


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« Reply #97 on: November 21, 2012, 08:25:06 pm »
I hearby officially withdraw my entry to the hall of fame  :laugh2: , I WAS genuinely tooting my own horn , had literally just connected the last wire and it worked first time, so i was buzzing and chuffed, so i entered it for a joke/laugh/bit of fun (few options to look up on google for some "He's just tooting his own horn and trying to get attention on a mediocre kit build.  Im glad you came out and said it, I was trying to be reserved." there`re few judgmental sentences that invoke pity for the judge but you got it spot on, there`s someone out there for you honest :) ) I mean seriously i can tell its a turd rolled in glitter but i had a go, it turned out ok and as i`ve just joined this forum thought there`d be humour in saying i`m the greatest :) , i mean now i know i can do it maybe i`ll splash out on expensive vinyl, huge screens and controls the size of a nasa space launch centre, but i`m glad some of you saw the funny side, no swiss army club, the teen angels are giving me grief and i`ve been banned from playing with heavy blunt objects and power tools  :badmood: , have fun people, big respect for you all, was glad to be a part of it  :applaud:

a comment was pointed out to me "I fail to see why this build is HOF material. It's a kit build with a disproportately sized monitor. It's a great first outting but isn't earth moving IMHO"  the only thing about my cabinet that was a kit was an arcade builders kit which was a bunch of buttons , a mini-pac , two joysticks and a coin mech the actual cabinet is ALL my own work made from an 8ft x 4ft 18mm mdf and a 12mm 8ft x 4ft mdf board some baton and a shed load of screws and vinyl just wanted to clarify that, and i still know it isnt HOF worthy but credit where credits due.  :cheers:
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« Reply #98 on: December 07, 2012, 05:12:33 pm »
This one just finished, but it definitely needs to adorn the halls of greatness here. There's tons of creativity in this build.



Well dang, thanks for the nomination, I never even saw this until now  :cheers: (I'm slow but I get there in the end  :dizzy:)
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« Reply #99 on: December 10, 2012, 03:23:37 am »
Man Griff, that is a nice cab!

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« Reply #100 on: December 10, 2012, 08:26:21 am »
Very nice. I love the extra little bends in the CP. Nice touch.

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« Reply #101 on: December 10, 2012, 05:57:41 pm »
Thanks guys. Those indents on the CP are so you can comfortably get to the pinball buttons without having to reach around a lip.
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« Reply #102 on: December 11, 2012, 02:12:52 am »
HUH HUH HUH... He said reach around.

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« Reply #103 on: December 12, 2012, 11:54:15 am »
HUH HUH HUH... He said reach around.
Dirty (Da) Old man  :laugh2:
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« Reply #104 on: December 12, 2012, 11:59:35 am »
This one just finished, but it definitely needs to adorn the halls of greatness here. There's tons of creativity in this build.



Totally Agree... this cab is gorgeous.  Nice job Griffindodd.  :applaud:

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« Reply #105 on: December 18, 2012, 01:05:43 am »
Gotta say Griff... That is some sexy looking artwork... I noticed the 2 screens as well. Can I get a point to the build thread of this? I'd like to see how you've used/setup your dual monitors as I'm struggling right now with what to do with mine   :dizzy:

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« Reply #106 on: December 18, 2012, 05:38:41 am »
Gotta say Griff... That is some sexy looking artwork... I noticed the 2 screens as well. Can I get a point to the build thread of this? I'd like to see how you've used/setup your dual monitors as I'm struggling right now with what to do with mine   :dizzy:

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« Reply #107 on: December 19, 2012, 11:24:59 pm »
Also, the image itself is a link to the project thread.

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« Reply #108 on: January 02, 2013, 11:58:50 am »
I don't think theShaner's Alien Abduction has been recognized here and it certainly should be IMHO.

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« Reply #109 on: January 02, 2013, 06:40:57 pm »
That is a nice build!  :applaud:

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« Reply #110 on: January 02, 2013, 06:42:14 pm »
HUH HUH HUH... He said reach around.
Dirty (Da) Old man  :laugh2:

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« Reply #111 on: January 07, 2013, 10:51:27 pm »
Thanks for the recognition Griff and DaOld Man, I certainly do love my precious!

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« Reply #112 on: April 25, 2013, 03:54:19 pm »
inspirational thread, i will contribute in the next few weeks.
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« Reply #114 on: May 16, 2013, 11:21:02 pm »
This post should have went up right after this years competition but better late than never.  The following list of projects were the confirmed best builds of 2012 with winners determined by open poling.

The winners:

The user voted best fullsize arcade cabinet build of 2012:

Nephasth's Two-Headed Beast


The user voted best cocktail cabinet build of 2012:

Sjaak's Pac Man Battle Royale Cabinet


The user voted best small arcade cabinet build of 2012:

Le Chuck's Star Wars Micro

Confirmed builds for 2012 that were outstanding in their own right and are much deserving of a place on this list:


Dr. Check's Echo Base


GriffinDodd's Marvel vs. Capcom: Revolution


theShaner's Alien Abduction


spkywlnt73's Castlevania Pedestal


RyoriNoTetsujin's The Final Stage


TopJimmyCooks' SwitchCade


jahilton2002's Space Invaders


mgb's Vertical Retrace


JKDubb's cocktail


g-rock26's Project Morph


CWorley's Midway Pac-Man Cocktail


Unstupid's Ms. Pacman Cocktail



Vigo's The Vigolix,
 

rockyrocket's Tempest(ish) cabaret


retrofuture's Xevious Bartop


selfie's Acrylic Bartop (red)
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« Reply #115 on: July 20, 2013, 04:27:45 pm »
Wow these uprights are simply amazing...nice job everyone!

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« Reply #116 on: October 26, 2013, 01:13:26 pm »
I'm surprised no one has posted this one. Simply the best Bartop ever.
Superfrogs Popeye Bartop.

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« Reply #117 on: October 26, 2013, 01:59:12 pm »
Termin8tor 's Arkanoid Bartop



http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,131572.0.html

+5 for me  :cheers:
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #118 on: November 10, 2013, 08:32:51 am »
Its great seeing all these beautiful machines in one thread and I'm honored to have mine included.
 
I really love rockyrockets Tempest(ish) cabaret. I think its one of the classiest builds ever and g-rock26's Project Morph is very cool and innovative.

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #119 on: November 18, 2013, 07:00:42 am »
Awesome ends with 'me',
Ugly starts with 'U'

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #120 on: November 18, 2013, 07:31:29 am »
This One......http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,135455.0.html

 :soapbox: you know what I love?  When somebody posts their own build in the HoF thread because they think it will drum up positive response over on their build thread.  L.O.V.E. THAT!

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #121 on: November 18, 2013, 09:47:09 am »
This One......http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,135455.0.html

 :soapbox: you know what I love?  When somebody posts their own build in the HoF thread because they think it will drum up positive response over on their build thread.  L.O.V.E. THAT!

Seconded. If your project has been around for a few weeks with only one comment (and that comment isn't about the quality of the build), it's probably not HoF worthy.

Also, I don't like your artwork. The way you have Chun-Li folded over like that just looks odd. The vagina speaker doesn't help, either.

I will give you credit for this line, though - it made me laugh:

"I was finally finishing up with my mega----smurfette--- crazy stabby ex"
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #122 on: November 18, 2013, 11:45:18 am »

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #123 on: November 23, 2013, 11:20:38 pm »
Cant blame him for trying we all dream to be here, my goal is to eventually be in here if i don't make it with my current rig (which i doubt will as its my first)
my second machine will be!

It has been some time since we have seen a HOF machine though.

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #124 on: November 23, 2013, 11:54:17 pm »
Make the cab for yourself, and your needs, not for the validation of others.
If your cab ends up in here, great, you did an exceptional job and had processes and techniques that should be examples to others. At the same time, your cab's theme was well executed, and is one that people would love to own for themselves.
But the bottom line is, promoting your own to get into the HTF is kinda low. If people think your project is exceptional, it'd be in here.

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #125 on: November 24, 2013, 06:04:51 am »
Make the cab for yourself, and your needs, not for the validation of others.
If your cab ends up in here, great, you did an exceptional job and had processes and techniques that should be examples to others. At the same time, your cab's theme was well executed, and is one that people would love to own for themselves.
But the bottom line is, promoting your own to get into the HTF is kinda low. If people think your project is exceptional, it'd be in here.

Yeah totally get that it is to promote your own was just saying that alot of people would love to be in here.
On the note of building the machine for your needs my machine isn't actually for me, i am building it as a birthday present for my daughter.
I hope to un-vale it next year on her birthday.

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #126 on: November 26, 2013, 01:17:36 pm »
(which i doubt will as its my first)

You never know. The SHMUP was my 1st cab build ever and it got listed. It took me 3-4 months to get it where I wanted it and when I started I was asking the community here for all kinds of input. When it was all said and done it turned out to be well liked by lots of folks.

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #127 on: November 30, 2013, 05:01:26 pm »
I haven't been here in years, and really love the cabs in this thread!!!

ECHO BASE is beauuuuutiful.

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #128 on: November 30, 2013, 05:18:22 pm »
I would agree. Echo Base is probably my favorite scratch build ever.
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #129 on: January 03, 2014, 05:12:24 am »
My favorite is one posted on here years ago called the green machine or something to that effect, but I can't find it.

Most of these are so perfect they look computer generated...
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #130 on: March 17, 2014, 07:15:38 am »
I'm surprised no one has posted this one. Simply the best Bartop ever.
Superfrogs Popeye Bartop.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,131566.0.html

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #131 on: July 31, 2014, 04:46:25 pm »

I think I would like to nominate Blip.  The elegant retro design, the hidden swappable cp, the LCD marquee, the LEDs for the game controls. 

 :applaud:

Nice work

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,137295.0.html


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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #132 on: August 01, 2014, 08:34:35 am »
SpaceHedgehog's R-Pod MkII Racing Simulator



http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138146.0.html


Very detailed thread taking you through every step with tons of information and pictures. Even has a swell video at the end.
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #133 on: August 08, 2014, 07:10:41 pm »
SpaceHedgehog's R-Pod MkII Racing Simulator

Very detailed thread taking you through every step with tons of information and pictures. Even has a swell video at the end.

+1  This build was awesomeness incarnate.  The gods themselves will race in this pod!

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #134 on: August 30, 2014, 03:09:39 am »
Haha! Thanks for that Slippy  :cheers:
Click a pic for a video tour 

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #135 on: September 20, 2014, 03:59:13 pm »
Just noticed that the 2013 UCA build winners weren't listed here yet.

The user voted best fullsize arcade cabinet build of 2013 is:

Sjaak's Fix-it Felix Jr.

The user voted best bartop build of 2013 is:

NinjaSquirrel's Black Ops

The user voted best small arcade cabinet build of 2013 is:

GriffinDodd's Barrel of Kong (Maximus)

You can find links to all the other nominees/categories in The 2013 BYOAC UCA Voting Thread.


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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #136 on: November 06, 2014, 06:02:42 pm »
2014 Nominee for Best Small Form Factor: 2084's Out of wall space: http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=141265.0

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #137 on: April 28, 2015, 10:17:14 am »
This is the project i've just finished

In this forum you can see all the phases: http://www.arcadeitalia.net/viewtopic.php?f=67&t=17726

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #138 on: April 28, 2015, 10:20:20 am »
It's usually considered poor form to nominate your OWN project for this thread.
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #139 on: April 28, 2015, 10:20:53 am »
Especially when it's a project you didn't even post here initially.
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #140 on: April 28, 2015, 11:10:17 am »
It's usually considered poor form to nominate your OWN project for this thread.

ohhhh

i didn't understand that only other project could be nominanted, sorry ;-)


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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #141 on: July 25, 2015, 08:00:31 pm »
Wow, thanks for a great review of projects. So many great projects!

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #142 on: September 19, 2015, 05:38:27 pm »
I'm sure I saw this cab on here, it had a LCD mounted vertically to maximize on screen space between pinball and mame?  Vs rotating a screen?

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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #143 on: March 01, 2016, 02:14:19 am »
The following list of projects were the confirmed best builds of 2015 with winners determined by open poling.

2015 Bartop of the Year

edekoning's NES Bartop
Project Thread

-2015 BYOAC UCA Voting Thread: Bartop of the Year


2015 Upright of the Year

danny_galaga's Meet George Jetson! Upright
Project Thread

-2015 BYOAC UCA Voting Thread: Upright of the Year


2015 Dedicated Upright of the Year

ChanceKJ's Donkey Kong: Ultimate Dedicated Upright
Project Thread

-2015 BYOAC UCA Voting Thread: Dedicated Upright of the Year


2015 General Project of the Year

vwalbridge's Micro Coleco Donkey Kong Mini
Project Thread

-2015 BYOAC UCA Voting Thread: General Project of the Year


2015 Restoration of the Year

Malenko's TMNT Restoration
Project Thread

-2015 BYOAC UCA Voting Thread: Restoration of the Year


2015 Product of the Year

Arcadenut's Any Coin V2
Product Thread

-2015 BYOAC UCA Voting Thread: Product of the Year
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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #144 on: March 01, 2016, 06:24:03 am »
Congratulations to the winners.  :applaud: It was an honor to be considered.


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Re: Hall of fame worthy projects
« Reply #145 on: March 01, 2016, 08:49:53 am »
The following list of projects were the confirmed best builds of 2015 with winners determined by open poling.


Looking back through some of the builds in this thread, I'd say all the 2015 UCA winners deserve a spot here.

saint's edit - removed other user's quote per request as they had just deleted their post.
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