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Raven..:

I sold one like that with a bootleg Ms Pac in it for $200.   They're pretty neat because the legs extend far enough for a short person (like my wife) to stand and play.

captainpotato:

This is what you want:

http://www.aleax.com/personal/alias/arcade/cabinet_overview.php

I was going to make something like this until my partner and I worked out that we don't have enough space for one :P At least my bartop is coming along nicely :)

danny_galaga:

im glad my memories lie with the other type of 'aussie' cab  :)

still, it looks quite do-able. the type i made required a jigsaw, drill and router only (and some dodgy cabinet making practices!) granted the type above looks a LITTLE trickier to do but i reckon you could get away with borrowing any extra  tools required. happy building!!

captainpotato:


--- Quote from: paigeoliver on October 23, 2004, 11:23:15 pm ---Just start building as you are never going to make an exact replica of one of those without a wood shop and machine shop. They are all angles, it is a tough build.

--- End quote ---

It shouldn't be too difficult - the ends are verticals, and only the sides are angled. With a circular saw that can be titled to cut angles, those parts shouldn't be too tough, assuming the measuring stage is done accurately.

Grasshopper:

Those "Australian style" cabs were quite common here in the UK as well, and I have to say they were pretty uncomfortable to use.

I agree with the other comments and suggest you go with a horizontal control panel.

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