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First MAME Cabinet (Mortal Kombat) - can it be finished within 4 years?!!
beastathon:
Well, weather has been wet, I've been lazy and getting frustrated at trying to figure out what to do. Plus, I decided to only clamp for an hour because progress was slow. But I feel like I'm back on the ball!
I've got all the supports on both sides and starting on the control panel. I've tried to find some old TVs and PCs in the paper, but couldn't find any decent priced ones.
I've also decided to have a flat front, not three sided because I simply don't have the tools or the skill.
I figured out what side-art I want, I"m just going to do the original mortal kombat art, without johnny cage. I ordered an airbrush off ebay, so I hope it'll arrive soon and I can get some practice.
Well, I am really stupid. I put the supports on the wrong side. Well, I tried to take the pine off and it's really stuck on good. When I chiseled it, it came out a bit scruffy. I think I'll be able to patch it up. It's just really...really stupid.
cmoses:
Very nice indeed. Looks like it is coming along well. Don't worry, we all make mistakes, most can be fixed.
Are you working from a set of plans? If so can you share where you got them. Debating between building a second cabinet and buying a shell. I really like the Midway style cabinets that were used for NFL Blitz, NBA Jam, Mortal Kombat, etc. Looks like yours is in that same style.
scottb99:
Not too shabby. You will have such a feeling of satisfaction when you are complete. Good job and keep at it.
Gatsu:
--- Quote from: beastathon on December 07, 2008, 08:49:26 pm ---Premium Button Red 4 $11.20
Premium Button Blue 4 $11.20
Premium Button White 4 $11.20
Spare Joystick Bat Top - Black 2 $11.90
Joystick Thread Adaptor 2 $2.00
Coin Button Red 2 $9.00
SUBTOTAL $56.50 AUD
POSTAGE / HANDLING $12.50 AUD
TOTAL $69.00 AUD
Keep in mind, I already have joysticks and I'm just purchasing bat tops.
This is a quick edit, I wanted to stay original as possible, but accommodate six buttons.
More updates tonight.
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Mind if I get that control panel overlay file from you man? I'm planning on building a MK cabinet with 6 buttons as well. That'll save some time for sure.
beastathon:
Well, I bought some filler and it turned out pretty good. I sanded once and I missed a few spots, so I just refilled them and will sand it later tonight.
cmoses: I'm using Thorn's plans from his website (http://home.comcast.net/~sugg3d/MAME/CabinetSketch.html) as well as Jakobud's (http://jakobud.com/cabinetPlans/mortalkombat_jpg.zip).
Personally, I find Thorn's easier to work with, but Jakobud's are much more exact.
Gatsu: That was just a rough mspaint job, I'm going to request the .psd (or whatever format) from mamemarques so I can edit it myself. When I do that, I'll be glad to give it you.
More updates Sunday, and hopefully I'll be where I was yesterday. (except actually doing it right this time!)
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