Author Topic: Mike A's end to procrastination (Read 84331 times)

Mike A · « **on:** July 09, 2019, 10:16:03 pm »

All of you non purists better find your safe space. It is time for me to build something.
I started this weekend. Here is what I have so far. I am losing a fight with a bottle of rum right now so it is the perfect time to take a break, start up my Metal Pandora station, and document what I have done so far.

I picked up this garbage cab. I think it is being held together by crappy paint. I was originally going to restore this cab. I still might....eventually. No patience for that right now.

Time to template and build from scratch.

Part of the front was really trashed. I finished it off on my table saw later.

This is why you need to use quality 1/2 inch bits. The bearing exploded on this crappy bit.

This is the result. More freakin work. I will have to use wood filler and fix this later.

Mike A · « **Reply #1 on:** July 09, 2019, 10:20:22 pm »

This is why you clamp down your work.

That's better.

These grooves are for placing the blocking. They are just deep enough to accurately place the blocks.
I will glue them down and use brad nails to clamp them in place.

Ohhh. Beefy.

Mike A · « **Reply #2 on:** July 09, 2019, 10:24:03 pm »

Now to cut some blocking.

The factory edge is against the fence. I will assume it is straight.

Always use push blocks. I just use scrap wood. It is better than using fingers.

Mike A · « **Reply #3 on:** July 09, 2019, 10:27:00 pm »

So that is where I am right now. I have to go to Home Depot for some 1 inch brad nails for my finish nailer. The 1 and 1/4 nails I have might be a tad too long. The ply is about 3/4 and the blocking is the same. The blocking will sit in a groove and the nails penetrate some. That is too close for comfort.

The next step after securing the blocking is to duplicate it for the other side.

opt2not · « **Reply #4 on:** July 09, 2019, 10:32:35 pm »

Hell yeah, scratch build from templating. You fricken go boy!

So is this THE cab?

Mike A · « **Reply #5 on:** July 09, 2019, 10:35:05 pm »

Yes it is. Somebody needs to get their ass in gear.

opt2not · « **Reply #6 on:** July 09, 2019, 10:39:15 pm »

Steel sharpens steel, my friend. Your progress will motivate mine.

Mike A · « **Reply #7 on:** July 09, 2019, 10:42:22 pm »

How many buttons should each player have? The age old question rears its ugly head. This cab will be only used for 4 player games. I have WW Cowboys of Moo Mesa, and Super High Impact PCBs. I will probably have to also shove a MAME computer in there as an option. I work for a living. I can't afford those TMNT PCBs. There are tons of 4 player games. I just have to figure out if the 4 button games are worth the extra hassle. Three buttons are probably good.

Nephasth · « **Reply #8 on:** July 09, 2019, 10:44:46 pm »

I don't see a laser in action...

Mike A · « **Reply #9 on:** July 09, 2019, 10:44:57 pm »

The artwork can wait. It will be done when it is done. I can apply it after the cab is finished. The only hassle will be pulling all of the CP controls to install the CP artwork.

Mike A · « **Reply #10 on:** July 09, 2019, 10:47:27 pm »

My laser is busy working on an overdue project for a friend.

Quote from: Nephasth on July 09, 2019, 10:44:46 pm

I don't see a laser in action...

Nephasth · « **Reply #11 on:** July 09, 2019, 10:51:33 pm »

Quote from: Mike A on July 09, 2019, 10:47:27 pm

My laser is busy working on an overdue project for a friend.

Quote from: Nephasth on July 09, 2019, 10:44:46 pm
I don't see a laser in action...

That friend needs to finish up ---steaming pile of meadow muffin--- on his end still...

Mike A · « **Reply #12 on:** July 09, 2019, 11:02:57 pm »

Sailor Jerry is telling me it is sleepy time now. I don't know how much progress I will make during the work week. I don't intend for this project to drag on. I want to finish the cab and get it in my arcade lineup.

opt2not · « **Reply #13 on:** July 09, 2019, 11:14:45 pm »

Quote from: Mike A on July 09, 2019, 10:42:22 pm

How many buttons should each player have? The age old question rears its ugly head. This cab will be only used for 4 player games. I have WW Cowboys of Moo Mesa, and Super High Impact PCBs. I will probably have to also shove a MAME computer in there as an option. I work for a living. I can't afford those TMNT PCBs. There are tons of 4 player games. I just have to figure out if the 4 button games are worth the extra hassle. Three buttons are probably good.

I say go 2 buttons each, and use this for button 3 inputs: https://riddledtv.com/arcade/condenser_boards.html#2to3button

Could save you some drilling hassle, but backload the work on the wiring. Also, $25 each is a bit tough, but perhaps RiddledTV can give you a deal. He has sales now and then.

I don’t know many beat-em-ups that have 4 buttons per, other than the D&D games. And most of the 3-button titles use button 3 as a special attack. A 2-button combo to get button 3 is perfectly fine, and you could really free up space on your CP for 4 trackballs and spinners.

Nephasth · « **Reply #14 on:** July 09, 2019, 11:44:22 pm »

pbj · « **Reply #15 on:** July 09, 2019, 11:52:27 pm »

4 buttons for players 3 and 4. Spend the 10 seconds per game it takes to remap them so you don't have dead buttons. So that means Simpsons has 2 jump buttons and 2 attack buttons. Just do it. Be amazed that people won't realize they can jump in those games because "I didn't want to press that button because I didn't know what it does."

Arroyo · « **Reply #16 on:** July 10, 2019, 01:06:41 am »

Yeah buddy! Finally get to see that workshop I’ve been hearing about....now that’s a freakin table saw, hella jelly.

Looking forward to the pics!

jennifer · « **Reply #17 on:** July 10, 2019, 03:10:21 am »

WELL IT IS ABOUT TIME!...Not so sure you should be drinking around them saws, but nice to see the hearing/eye protection.Looking good man

Mike A · « **Reply #18 on:** July 10, 2019, 05:05:33 am »

I don't drink when I use power tools. I like my fingers. I just drink when I am giving updates.

Mike A · « **Reply #19 on:** July 10, 2019, 05:13:31 am »

The table saw is an old Home Depot model. I built the table from scrap wood I had laying around. I junked the old fence and traded with a friend for a good quality fence. I added the router later. I have another table the same size, but a hair shorter. I can use it as an out feed table. They both use locking casters. Awhile back I had a close call with a board that kicked back on me. I bought the fence guide wheels after that happened to me. As a bonus the wheels are turned towards the fence at 5 degrees. It helps guide the work piece towards the fence.

Mike A · « **Reply #20 on:** July 10, 2019, 08:23:08 am »

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I say go 2 buttons each, and use this for button 3 inputs: https://riddledtv.com/arcade/condenser_boards.html#2to3button

I was thinking the same thing. Getting three button functionality with 2 buttons I think is the way to go. That will make for less clutter on the CP.

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4 buttons for players 3 and 4. Spend the 10 seconds per game it takes to remap them so you don't have dead buttons. So that means Simpsons has 2 jump buttons and 2 attack buttons. Just do it. Be amazed that people won't realize they can jump in those games because "I didn't want to press that button because I didn't know what it does."

That is a sensible idea too. I will have to get some cardboard out and see what is comfortable.

I am not setting up more buttons for P1 and P2. I have a candy cab that can handle 2 player, 6 button games.

Mike A · « **Reply #21 on:** July 10, 2019, 08:34:06 am »

This cab is mainly being built to get my candy cab back from the elementary school terrorists that monopolize my candy cab at every party.

I have a SFII Champion Edition PCB on the way. I need my candy cab to practice up for the next Zapcon.

Vigo · « **Reply #22 on:** July 10, 2019, 08:42:08 am »

Quote from: Mike A on July 10, 2019, 08:23:08 am

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I say go 2 buttons each, and use this for button 3 inputs: https://riddledtv.com/arcade/condenser_boards.html#2to3button

I was thinking the same thing. Getting three button functionality with 2 buttons I think is the way to go. That will make for less clutter on the CP.

Didn't know that existed. Very cool.

Mike A · « **Reply #23 on:** July 10, 2019, 08:46:22 am »

That guy has some nice solutions. I bought his new multi PCB kit. I don't think it is on his site yet, but he announced it on KLOV. It has 8 slots connected by ribbon cables. I have a couple Konami classic pinout boards and a JAMMA board hooked up to my Time Pilot cab.

Laythe · « **Reply #24 on:** July 10, 2019, 04:45:23 pm »

Looking good!

Also, your first post in the thread contained sawdust - well done.

Titchgamer · « **Reply #25 on:** July 10, 2019, 05:13:20 pm »

Cool stuff Mike.

Get practicing them skillz!

Arroyo · « **Reply #26 on:** July 10, 2019, 11:05:43 pm »

Quote from: Mike A on July 10, 2019, 08:34:06 am

I have a SFII Champion Edition PCB on the way. I need my candy cab to practice up for the next Zapcon.

I finally find a game I can beat Mikey at, and he orders the PCB just to show me up at the next one. Bring it Big Boy!

Mike A · « **Reply #27 on:** July 10, 2019, 11:08:57 pm »

I'm gonna Zangief your ass...
And then I am going to beat you at SFII.

Arroyo · « **Reply #28 on:** July 10, 2019, 11:14:40 pm »

Promise it will be in that order?

Mike A · « **Reply #29 on:** July 10, 2019, 11:17:22 pm »

That's the way it's done.

jdbailey1206 · « **Reply #30 on:** July 11, 2019, 08:29:58 am »

I can tell you are in the Midwest Mike. Milk crates and straw in your workspace.

Mike A · « **Reply #31 on:** July 11, 2019, 08:37:17 am »

The first pics are from my barn. It is a pain in the ass to haul full sheets of ply into my basement work dungeon.
Milk crates are a great tool.
They are stackable storage. They are step stools. They can be used as a tool box or a sawhorse. They are durable and mine were free from the time my company owned retail stores.

pbj · « **Reply #32 on:** July 11, 2019, 09:44:36 am »

jdbailey1206 · « **Reply #33 on:** July 11, 2019, 10:09:27 am »

Mike A · « **Reply #34 on:** July 11, 2019, 10:13:04 am »

When you are fun sized like me, a milk crate is handy for reaching top shelves.

jdbailey1206 · « **Reply #35 on:** July 11, 2019, 10:37:31 am »

Or lazy like me and you don't want to grab a ladder.

MiteWiseacre · « **Reply #36 on:** July 11, 2019, 01:07:10 pm »

Milk crates always make me feel guilty, due to being in retail so long

I have a few I found in the wild and will never let them go - queue Rick Roll
Watching this build, excited for you

leapinlew · « **Reply #37 on:** July 11, 2019, 04:54:00 pm »

At this risk of sounding friendly, that's some good work. That's nice looking plywood that the bit cut into. Hate when that happens. I rebuild a touchmaster for one of my jukebox projects using a trace bit. One of my favorite tools.

opt2not · « **Reply #38 on:** July 11, 2019, 05:14:18 pm »

Quote from: leapinlew on July 11, 2019, 04:54:00 pm

At this risk of sounding friendly, that's some good work.

We may banter outside of project announcements, but it's good that people can separate the debates and arguments from good ol' fashion solid work.

leapinlew · « **Reply #39 on:** July 11, 2019, 06:30:54 pm »


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