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| MisterB:
Well, this was not what I anticipated being my first post. But my plans are complete, most of my parts are in, and I'm ready to being building my first cabinet this weekend. The only problem is that I can't find any 5/8" MDF! I have tried several Home Depots and lumber yards, and the best I can do is 3/4". I'd prefer not to go that size, if I can avoid it. So now I am resorting to BYOAC, because the people here always seem to have the answers. Are there any Massachusetts folks out there who know where I can find some 4x8 5/8" MDF? I'm in metrowest, but will travel if I need to. Thanks for any help. MisterB |
| rampy:
Smack and Peale are both massholes so maybe they know =P (just some teasing from a lowly nutmegger) Sounds like you've already toured the Home Depot's near you. I've seen some HD's carry it and most others that don't (in CT) Have you tried a real lumberyard or hardware store or a contractors wharehouse (i.e. NOT a home improvement consumer place) Just an idea. Sorry couldn't be more specific -- hope that helps. Rampy |
| SirPeale:
--- Quote from: rampy on July 11, 2003, 02:06:48 pm ---Smack and Peale are both massholes so maybe they know =P (just some teasing from a lowly nutmegger) --- End quote --- What? Poo on you! You think I look like a lowly Flatlander? I LIVE IN VERMONT, buddy! You know, the Green MOUNTAIN State? Masshole, indeed. ;) |
| Vectoraster:
--- Quote from: MisterB on July 11, 2003, 12:08:54 pm ---I'd prefer not to go that size, if I can avoid it. --- End quote --- Hi. My first MAME cab was a LuSiD design and the plans call for 5/8" mdf - or particleboard, I can't remember. . . Anyway I couldn't find any either (in Minnesota) so I bought 3/4" and I was very happy in the end when I did. Is there any reason why you're avoiding 3/4" because if it's only due to the plans don't specifically call for it you may be surprised about how much you like it. I've seen 5/8" now and it's less sturdy. Most Arcade machines (like Williams, Namco, Midway, etc . . . ) use 3/4" - Donkey Kong is the only one I can remember that was 5/8" plywood. -VR- |
| pmc:
--- Quote from: MisterB on July 11, 2003, 12:08:54 pm ---The only problem is that I can't find any 5/8" MDF! I have tried several Home Depots and lumber yards, and the best I can do is 3/4". I'd prefer not to go that size, if I can avoid it. So now I am resorting to BYOAC, because the people here always seem to have the answers. Are there any Massachusetts folks out there who know where I can find some 4x8 5/8" MDF? I'm in metrowest, but will travel if I need to. --- End quote --- I had the same problem (I'm in metrowest too). I bought the 3/4" which really worried me because it was so damn heavy. After building the cabinet, I'd have it no other way. The 3/4" is structurally stronger and the additional weight is not that significant. Besides, I'm on casters. Get the 3/4". I have an extra sheet if you want a discount and will pick it up. |
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