That's a lot of applause buddy! (thanks
). Nearly up to the real sexy stuff now.
Man that work is crisp OND, this is definitely shaping up to be a "Mona-Lisa" of the arcade builds.
I'd love to be there, and see the looks on peoples faces, when they see it in person and ask "where did you get that"... and then you show 'em your build pic's.
Nice work mate... and love the video's too, they're gold
Cheers
The cab should be a talking point for sure. I'm looking forward to seeing some of the gamers in my extended family sitting down and enjoying some classic games on a real CRT based cabinet.
Incredible work. Love the videos too - very relaxing to watch. I notice that when you are sanding you look like you are barely applying any pressure. Have I been doubting it wrong all these years?
The sanding on fine finish is very light for sure. I'm trying to ensure an even surface as any imperfections are really obvious on a mirror finish paint job.
If I made a control panel look that nice I'd be afraid to use it.
This cab is for ornamental decorative purposes only... Kidding, I'm fine with normal wear and tear as a result of use, it's not that fragile.
Not sure how I feel about you covering that glorious paintwork with so much vinyl !
Although I am sure there is a design element to it that will reveal itself upon assembly- so I wouldn't say I am concerned really...
I know what you mean but there's plenty more high gloss paint finish to the cab. The design balances out those areas of black and yellow.
Unf.
That control panel is gorgeous, man!
I love the big thick radius you've got on everything here, it shows off the automotive-grade paint job to great advantage.
Thanks Laythe! Those edges evolved from the idea of doing away with t-molding as an edge finish. Reflections on a high gloss finish definitely look best on curves like that. Even though the concept has been sharp in my mind all this time it still surprises me as the finish reveals itself.
Big, bold curves are beautiful.
https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/artists/peter-paul-rubens
Heh, yep Rubens certainly knew how to show off curves. Great artist.
I've been working on the inner bezel. I test fitted it to the top plate and adjusted the CRT image in the service menu to best fit. Here it is after undercoating. Doesn't look like much yet but painted black and fitted in place it will play a big part in the final look.
I'm also starting to work on the final major cab component - the base plate. A large fan will take up much of it. I'm thinking of using these caster wheels.
Before I apply the final paint to the side panels I'm doing a test assembly of the cabinet including motherboards, power supply, glass plate etc. etc. I'll post a major update at that time.