Author Topic: anybody have any Ms Pacman or Galaga bartop plans? (Read 13264 times)

walls83 · « **on:** March 20, 2006, 09:16:26 pm »

Im looking for some side panels for a ms Pacman/Galaga bartop plans.

anybody have any?

thanks

zorg · « **Reply #1 on:** March 21, 2006, 03:21:27 am »

you may want to contact fabrice Montupet

he had done a great MsPacMan replica
http://perso.wanadoo.fr/fabrice.montupet/arcade/mspacman/index.htm

Stobe · « **Reply #2 on:** March 22, 2006, 11:24:26 pm »

jcrouse made a nice looking ms pacman bartop. Not sure if this is the one yo were looking for...

http://www.emuchrist.org/cpviewer/pics_bartop.htm

Also search for bishmasterb, he made some but I'm not sure if he has plans available.

-Stobe

missioncontrol · « **Reply #3 on:** March 23, 2006, 04:32:56 am »

If I can recall correctly bishmasterb wouldn't give out his plans, but that was a long while back... he may have changed his mind

walls83 · « **Reply #4 on:** March 23, 2006, 08:51:49 am »

thanks guys. I think what Im going to do is use the jakobud galaga plans and just modify them for my bartop.

NinjaEpisode · « **Reply #5 on:** March 23, 2006, 09:06:00 am »

Quote from: missioncontrol on March 23, 2006, 04:32:56 am

If I can recall correctly bishmasterb wouldn't give out his plans, but that was a long while back... he may have changed his mind

Nope he hasn't. I tried PM'ing him, emailing him, etc. basically no response.

missioncontrol · « **Reply #6 on:** March 23, 2006, 03:43:43 pm »

Quote from: NinjaEpisode on March 23, 2006, 09:06:00 am

Quote from: missioncontrol on March 23, 2006, 04:32:56 am
If I can recall correctly bishmasterb wouldn't give out his plans, but that was a long while back... he may have changed his mind

Nope he hasn't. I tried PM'ing him, emailing him, etc. basically no response.

it's a shame because he has some of the best bartops that I have seen... I do have some pictures somewhere that he took on a tile countertop that you could possibly use for reference .... assuming the tiles are 12"X12"

NinjaEpisode · « **Reply #7 on:** March 23, 2006, 03:53:42 pm »

Those were of his Mini Tron weren't they?

bishmasterb · « **Reply #8 on:** March 24, 2006, 03:55:27 am »

If someone can host the plans, I'll see if I can dig them up.

Here's a couple of shots:

zorg · « **Reply #9 on:** March 24, 2006, 05:03:09 am »

Quote from: bishmasterb on March 24, 2006, 03:55:27 am

If someone can host the plans, I'll see if I can dig them up.

I can host the plans, and I'm quite sure that jakobud will be of some help also.

NinjaEpisode · « **Reply #10 on:** March 24, 2006, 07:32:17 am »

Quote from: bishmasterb on March 24, 2006, 03:55:27 am

If someone can host the plans, I'll see if I can dig them up.

I would gladly host them.

whatzcrackn · « **Reply #11 on:** March 24, 2006, 08:57:38 am »

kool, were's da link?

walls83 · « **Reply #12 on:** March 24, 2006, 10:43:48 am »

That is exactly what Im looking for. I love those bartops nice work

bishmasterb · « **Reply #13 on:** March 24, 2006, 11:35:51 am »

Quote from: walls83 on March 24, 2006, 10:43:48 am

That is exactly what Im looking for. I love those bartops nice work

Thanks. I will see if I can track them down this weekend and then have one of these fine fellows host them for me.

divemaster127 · « **Reply #14 on:** March 26, 2006, 10:08:59 am »

Yah, i would like to see these plans also
thanks
dm

Witchboard · « **Reply #15 on:** March 26, 2006, 11:15:43 am »

I've already drawn up some plans for mine, but I would love to compare.

divemaster127 · « **Reply #16 on:** March 27, 2006, 09:50:11 am »

Just checking to see if the plans are going to be on anytime soon
thanks
dm

walls83 · « **Reply #17 on:** March 27, 2006, 01:36:17 pm »

Myself also.

When do you think the plans will be out?

pointdablame · « **Reply #18 on:** March 27, 2006, 01:46:05 pm »

I'd also LOVE to see your plans bishmasterb... I've always liked the looks of your bartop.

Also, you could probably just PM Saint. I know he's offered numerous times to host things relevant to the hobby on this site, so I bet he'd be willing to help out too. I obviously can't speak for him... but I'd say there's a good chance.

jcrouse · « **Reply #19 on:** March 27, 2006, 02:42:35 pm »

Quote from: pointdablame on March 27, 2006, 01:46:05 pm

I'd also LOVE to see your plans bishmasterb... I've always liked the looks of your bartop.

Also, you could probably just PM Saint. I know he's offered numerous times to host things relevant to the hobby on this site, so I bet he'd be willing to help out too. I obviously can't speak for him... but I'd say there's a good chance.

He actually is a very accommodating person. He is probably just busy like many people are. He and I emailed when I designed my bartop, which all the credit goes to him, and I think we actually spoke on the phone once or twice. If I could only remember things anymore.

John

daywane · « **Reply #20 on:** March 27, 2006, 04:18:20 pm »

glad you are willing to share the info.

been wanting your plans every since you built them.
I have a MS PAC, never got around to scaling it down yet
Attic is full of 13" and 15" monitors
about 4 old PCs ready for vantage or Callus

NinjaEpisode · « **Reply #21 on:** March 27, 2006, 05:45:54 pm »

Patience people, bishmasterb and I are chatting. We're all busy, just have patience.

bishmasterb · « **Reply #22 on:** March 27, 2006, 10:52:40 pm »

Okay, Ninja has been kind enough to take on hosting.

FYI: The cabs I built and the plans differ in a couple of minor ways. After I built mine, I decided that the plans should be 1/2" larger in both depth and width to accomodate a wider variety of TVs/monitors.

Also, my cabs use 3/4" MDF for the sides and control panel, and 1/2" MDF for the internal pieces. The plans use 3/4" MDF all throughout. Which means heavier construction of course, but you don't have to buy TWO sheets of MDF to build one.

Anyhow, the point is, please be aware that while I took great care in creating the plans, I have not actually built a full cab to these plans. But the changes were minor enough that I don't think there will be any real issues.

I constructed mine with dowels and glue (no screws) and I think this is the way to go. A dowel jig will only set you back a few bucks, so it's worth it IMHO not to have to putty a bunch of screw holes, or install a bunch of braces.

The plans don't specifically state how the monitor bezel works, so I thought I'd give a little detail: If you look at the side view on the plans, you'll see that between the various internal pieces that span the two sides, there is an exactly 1/4" gap in front of the monitor. I use 1/8" lexan with a 1/8" picture frame matte (black on black) to act as a bezel. The two of these sandwiched together simply sit in place, held there within the gap, and kept in place by the control panel. You can also add a small screw on center at the bottom to hold it in place while the control panel is removed. I've added monitor bezel artwork by simply applying adhesive labels to the picture frame matte.

Any other questions, just ask. I've also given Ninja some pictures, but if you need any more, just let me know.

-bish

bishmasterb · « **Reply #23 on:** March 27, 2006, 10:54:43 pm »

Also, one more thing. The plans are simply scanned JPGs from graph paper. If someone wants to take on the task of drafting up real plans, I've got no problem with that. However, I would appreciate if you leave the same copyright notice on the plans.

Thanks,
-bish

NinjaEpisode · « **Reply #24 on:** March 28, 2006, 07:33:09 am »

For now, plans can be downloaded through this link:

http://www.freeboxjukebox.com/bishmasterplans/cab plans.zip

I will work on a permanent solution with Bish along with a quick webpage to archive his comments so we don't lose them over time.

Everybody be sure to thank Bish, these plans are the bomb! Thanks for sharing Bish!!!

NinjaEpisode · « **Reply #25 on:** March 28, 2006, 07:37:52 am »

Links to some beautiful pics for reference. Warning, they're about 2-3 megs each:

http://www.freeboxjukebox.com/bishmasterplans/dsc00674.jpg
http://www.freeboxjukebox.com/bishmasterplans/dsc00677.jpg
http://www.freeboxjukebox.com/bishmasterplans/dsc01113.jpg
http://www.freeboxjukebox.com/bishmasterplans/dsc01116.jpg
http://www.freeboxjukebox.com/bishmasterplans/dsc01117.jpg

BobA · « **Reply #26 on:** March 28, 2006, 09:23:01 am »

Thanks for sharing your plans Bish.

sWampy · « **Reply #27 on:** March 28, 2006, 10:03:22 am »

I quickly threw together a panel layout to help you put this on a 4x8 sheet of stock.

walls83 · « **Reply #28 on:** March 28, 2006, 10:04:29 am »

big props thanks for getting those plans out there.

pointdablame · « **Reply #29 on:** March 28, 2006, 10:35:35 am »

Thanks a lot!

arcade-mad · « **Reply #30 on:** March 28, 2006, 10:44:32 am »

I love the look of these bartops think im gunna build one instead of another cocktail.

thanks for the plans.

jcrouse · « **Reply #31 on:** March 28, 2006, 11:02:32 am »

Here is an AutoCAD drawing in PDF format. From a design viewpoint, many of the dimensions are missing so I had to fudge some of the radii.

John

sWampy · « **Reply #32 on:** March 28, 2006, 11:16:52 am »

Quote from: jcrouse on March 28, 2006, 11:02:32 am

Here is an AutoCAD drawing in PDF format. From a design viewpoint, many of the dimensions are missing so I had to fudge some of the radii.

John

You got that as a dxf file?

Witchboard · « **Reply #33 on:** March 28, 2006, 11:26:50 am »

Thanks Bish!

jcrouse · « **Reply #34 on:** March 28, 2006, 11:35:02 am »

Quote from: sWampy on March 28, 2006, 11:16:52 am

Quote from: jcrouse on March 28, 2006, 11:02:32 am
Here is an AutoCAD drawing in PDF format. From a design viewpoint, many of the dimensions are missing so I had to fudge some of the radii.

John

You got that as a dxf file?

sWampy, email me at the address on the CPViewer website and I send it to you. It won't let me attach a dxf file here.

John

AlexC · « **Reply #35 on:** March 28, 2006, 11:43:42 am »

Anybody has this as a AutoCad file?

quarterback · « **Reply #36 on:** March 28, 2006, 12:39:43 pm »

Quote from: jcrouse on March 28, 2006, 11:35:02 am

Quote from: sWampy on March 28, 2006, 11:16:52 am
You got that as a dxf file?

sWampy, email me at the address on the CPViewer website and I send it to you. It won't let me attach a dxf file here.

I believe that you can attach files by changing the file type. So, if you rename it to a .txt file, you should be able to attach it.

bishmasterb · « **Reply #37 on:** March 28, 2006, 12:43:23 pm »

Quote from: jcrouse on March 28, 2006, 11:02:32 am

Here is an AutoCAD drawing in PDF format. From a design viewpoint, many of the dimensions are missing so I had to fudge some of the radii.

John

From the side view:

Top is 37.75" radius
Top front corner is 0.5" radius
Large front concave section is 100" radius
Front convex curve (by control panel) is 1 and 13/16" radius
Front bottom concave (under control panel) is 1 and 13/16" radius

Hope this helps.

sWampy · « **Reply #38 on:** March 28, 2006, 01:35:00 pm »

I'm not to handy in autocad, but here goes.

http://www.landoncrews.com/Bartop.dwg

http://www.landoncrews.com/Bartop.dxf

These are optimized for 2 4x4 sheets to make it easier to take home.

http://www.landoncrews.com/Bartop2.dwg

http://www.landoncrews.com/Bartop2.dxf

Doesn't work in Firefox, but try this in ie. http://www.landoncrews.com/Bartop/acwebpublish.htm

patrickl · « **Reply #39 on:** March 28, 2006, 06:09:19 pm »

Sorry to nitpick, but the plans look more like they are based on Pac-man/Galaxian rather than Ms Pac-Man/Galaga.


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