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Main => Project Announcements => Topic started by: Rock on March 03, 2015, 05:27:51 pm
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After many years of wanting one, a couple of weeks ago I started building my own console. It is based on the 1upArcade design, however I am making a few modifications to suit my needs. I have around 40 pictures so far if anyone is interested.
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After many years of wanting one, a couple of weeks ago I started building my own console. It is based on the 1upArcade design, however I am making a few modifications to suit my needs. I have around 40 pictures so far if anyone is interested.
Yes. Without pics, you've given us a tweet.
Also, consider on elaborating on your modifications.
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I have zero idea what you are talking about. A MAME console? Sooo, yes. Pics.
EDIT: Ahhh, by console you mean cab. Got it!
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Also, consider on elaborating on your modifications.
The primary modifications are:
1. Full 360 degree rotation of the control panel with the addition of a Mercotac slip ring
2. Rotation can be done by the user without opening the cabinet.
3. Using the cabinet as a computer also.
Pictures coming in a few minutes.
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First round of pictures
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Round 2
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Got some serious clamp porn going on there! Good job so far.
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Round 3.
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Got some serious clamp porn going on there! Good job so far.
You can never have too many clamps. :laugh:
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Got some serious clamp porn going on there! Good job so far.
You can never have too many clamps. :laugh:
I agree completely! I am seriously under-stocked when it comes to clamps though. :(
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Got some serious clamp porn going on there! Good job so far.
You can never have too many clamps. :laugh:
All your clamps are belong to Rock
Can you hold what the Rock is clamp'n!?
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Round 4.
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Round.....? I am a bit forgetful at times.
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Next round. Waiting on glue to dry before doing any more work.
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I agree completely! I am seriously under-stocked when it comes to clamps though. :(
I have broken 2 so far in this project and have discovered one that just will not hold.
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Here's where the good stuff starts...
(http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=144222.0;attach=325258;image)
Fancy schmancy rotatey control panels.
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Too bad you weren't here a few months ago - you could have gotten the original for free:
Anyone for a fixer upper? My original cabinet is sitting on the curb for anyone who wants it. It is gutted, but there are a few odds and ends inside, some random controls, monitor brackets, marquee glass, and the control panel frame sitting not far away. If you have a truck and slme friends, go for it before the dump truck gets it.
12600 Hunnewell Ave
Sylmar, CA 91342
1UP
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Too bad you weren't here a few months ago - you could have gotten the original for free:
A bit far for me to drive to pick it up as I am on the east coast. LOL! I thought the hard part would be getting my wife to agree to let me build it. She was all for it when I mentioned I could use the 5 sheets of plywood stored in the front room to build it. :laugh:
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Waiting on glue to dry again.
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Looks good so far! Keep the pictures coming!
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I'm watching this one. It's nice to see someone taking their time with a unique build and more tools than I have.
:D
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I'm watching this one. It's nice to see someone taking their time with a unique build and more tools than I have.
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yeah "unique" lol
(http://arcadecontrols.com/images/examples/Frostillicus.jpg)
OP even says he's make another 1up arcade
(http://1uparcade.rmfx.com/images/CProtation.gif)
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At the moment I am waiting on the the roller latches and slip ring to be delivered. Old man winter has delayed the shipments, so it will be a few days before anything major gets done. I'll use this time to do some of the smaller stuff.
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Added the main control panel supports.
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Started making the rest of the housing for the Mercotac slip ring. This part will be vacuum stabilized with resin once I have finished drilling it.
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The roller latches came in yesterday, so I have started cutting and test fitting the panels for the control section. There is also a short video of the rotation on my project page on facebook.
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Slip ring came in today, so I cut the wiring recess, finished the mount for the slip ring assembly, put it in a vacuum with resin and it is now baking.
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Slip ring mount after baking. I will clean it up tomorrow.
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Finished the slip ring mount.
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Great craftsmanship so far!
Here's a video I found of some one else building a rotational control panel: Arcade machine with 5 Rotating Control Panels (https://youtu.be/aYCXYQGIgY8)
My opinion - the only way I would think it's ok to have a rotational panel is if you were trying to mimic multiple original games in one unit that shared the same cabinet but different controls.
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First set of modified roller latch plates installed.
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I must say: I've been extremely sceptical to these rotating multi control panel solutions. But I'm following this with great interest.
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Great craftsmanship so far!
Here's a video I found of some one else building a rotational control panel: Arcade machine with 5 Rotating Control Panels (https://youtu.be/aYCXYQGIgY8)
My opinion - the only way I would think it's ok to have a rotational panel is if you were trying to mimic multiple original games in one unit that shared the same cabinet but different controls.
Great video, but more than I need.
While a rotational control panel may not be ok for you, for my purposes it was the only build that suited what I needed. It will be used as a computer as well as an arcade game for my workshop. Having limited floor space, I did not wish to give up anymore than necessary. An over sized control panel was not an option.
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Great craftsmanship so far!
Here's a video I found of some one else building a rotational control panel: Arcade machine with 5 Rotating Control Panels (https://youtu.be/aYCXYQGIgY8)
My opinion - the only way I would think it's ok to have a rotational panel is if you were trying to mimic multiple original games in one unit that shared the same cabinet but different controls.
Great video, but more than I need.
While a rotational control panel may not be ok for you, for my purposes it was the only build that suited what I needed. It will be used as a computer as well as an arcade game for my workshop. Having limited floor space, I did not wish to give up anymore than necessary. An over sized control panel was not an option.
Ahh... Function seems to make sense. So what will your 3 panels consist of? I assume one will be a keyboard and track pad or ball?
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Ahh... Function seems to make sense. So what will your 3 panels consist of? I assume one will be a keyboard and track pad or ball?
One will be a keyboard and trackball. The second will be 2 joysticks and buttons. The third will be an arcade trackball, spinner and buttons.
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Two coats of Sanding sealer and wood putty applied to both sides (sanded between each). A light coat of primer applied to one side.
Joysticks, spinner, arcade trackball, buttons and interface card are on order.
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Attached 2 fixed and 2 swivel casters.
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After many years of wanting one, a couple of weeks ago I started building my own console. It is based on the 1upArcade design, however I am making a few modifications to suit my needs. I have around 40 pictures so far if anyone is interested.
Yes. Without pics, you've given us a tweet.
Also, consider on elaborating on your modifications.
I can be such a jerk sometimes. Glad you stuck around.
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I can be such a jerk sometimes. Glad you stuck around.
I can give you lessons. Then you can move up to a smart :censored: like me. :lol
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Mounted the roller latches and did another test fit. After I extend the Mercotac wires and make a cover for the wire channel, I will start the assembly of the control panel frame.
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Extended the wires. put the wiring cover in. It will be glued in and sanded flush after testing.
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Controls came in today.
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Testing LED wiring.
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Starting the rotating control panel section. While this section is removable, I have chosen to build it in place just to make my life easier. Should it need to be removed for any reason in the future, it is a matter of removing the Mercotac and the 8 screws (4 per side) holding the axles.
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Completed the rotating part today. It will not be much longer before I start putting in the controls. Another short video of the rotation was also posted on facebook.
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Drilling and test fitting various buttons and joysticks before finishing surfaces.
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Test fitting controls on panel 2.
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Starting the puttying, sanding, sealing, priming and painting. My least favorite part of the build so far.
Partial list of things left to do:
1. Monitor shelf and cover.
2. Control panel rotation lock.
3. Ventilation fans and dust filters.
4. Lights and marquee.
5. Speakers and grills.
6. External USB ports.
7. Order and install computer.
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Very nice work!
You are the :burgerking: of CLAMPS!
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Very nice work!
You are the :burgerking: of CLAMPS!
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Thanks, and you can never have enough clamps. LOL!
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First coat of paint on the sides. Oh the irony...... the color is called "Cheerful"
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T-molding installed.
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How's the rotation action? Smooth or does it bind & skip?
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How's the rotation action? Smooth or does it bind & skip?
Very smooth. It does not bind or skip at all.
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I like the mechanical design and fabrication innovation going on here, very nice!
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I like the mechanical design and fabrication innovation going on here, very nice!
Thanks! Originally I was going to draw all of it out in 3D cad first. After fighting with the software just to make simple pieces, I decided I would be able to build it 2 or 3 times over by the time I could get it drawn.
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I ordered the control panel covers and marquee panel yesterday. Once I have those I will start wiring. I want to get all of the controls in before I install the monitor shelf. The computer hardware has been delivered, set up and tested. Running the latest version of Linux Mint.
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Sorry for the poor focus on these. I will take pictures with my camera instead of my phone when I am finished.
The back and top are painted now. The sides and front still need another coat or two. Power cord socket has been cut in. I have started on the power wiring and cut holes for ventilation fans.
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A little better focus on these. AC wiring is completed and tested.
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Warranty voided, speakers ready to go into cabinet. I am still waiting on the control panel covers and marquee plate.
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First set on panels and controls in place.
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So couple of questions,hope you dont mind.
What made you choose rotating panel over something like, swap-able panels?
Is the rotation "infinite" ? Like can you just keep spinning from the bottom up or do you eventually have to spin it the opposite direction?
Why did you do the first panel the way you did? symmetry? I would hate to be player 1 on that panel
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So couple of questions,hope you dont mind.
What made you choose rotating panel over something like, swap-able panels?
Is the rotation "infinite" ? Like can you just keep spinning from the bottom up or do you eventually have to spin it the opposite direction?
Why did you do the first panel the way you did? symmetry? I would hate to be player 1 on that panel
There are a few reasons I chose a rotating panel.
1. I can quickly switch from one set of controls to the next for different games.
2. It takes up less floor space (that side of my shop is only 20x20.)
3. It takes less time to rotate the panel than it would to swap out.
4. I don't have to give up space to store other panels.
The rotation is infinite. There are no wires to tangle/twist/break
Since I will be running linux on this box, the controls will be scripted based on the game. For single person playing or games where each player takes a turn, you would use the right joystick and left buttons. This will put the player in front of the middle of the cabinet. I might even script the opposite for left handed players. For two players it will be scripted for one on the left and one on the right. The distance between the 2 was what was comfortable for me to use both joysticks at the same time (Robotron)
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Control surface #2. One more to go before the wiring starts. :)
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I'm used to the stick on the left buttons on the right, but it's your cab!
I don't think I have the brain power to engineer that kinda panel but you did a great job documenting the pictures and process :cheers:
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I'm used to the stick on the left buttons on the right, but it's your cab!
I don't think I have the brain power to engineer that kinda panel but you did a great job documenting the pictures and process :cheers:
It can be used either way, it will all be controlled from scripting. Working from 1uparcade's drawing, making my own small changes were not very difficult. My biggest issue is thinking of other things I want to add. LOL! I will be starting the wiring tomorrow and hopefully be ready to run a test in the next week or so.
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It can be used either way, it will all be controlled from scripting. Working from 1uparcade's drawing, making my own small changes were not very difficult. My biggest issue is thinking of other things I want to add. LOL! I will be starting the wiring tomorrow and hopefully be ready to run a test in the next week or so.
Well in a 2 player simultaneous it cant be used either way :p
1 major thing I'd suggest adding, would add a 4th button, that adds the entire NeoGeo library at the cost of almost no real estate.
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Well in a 2 player simultaneous it cant be used either way :p
1 major thing I'd suggest adding, would add a 4th button, that adds the entire NeoGeo library at the cost of almost no real estate.
Since its primary function will be internet, google hangouts and lightweight 3D cad there will not be a lot of 2 player simultaneous. Gaming wise it will be mainly old school arcade that only need 1-2 buttons, however, I did order extra buttons in case I decide to add the NeoGeo library later. There will likely be another build in the future for the house. That one will be a completely different design and be for gaming only.
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Final panel started.
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And now for the fun part!
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First panel done.
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I'm totally confused on infinite rotation. Does it go to a wireless encoder or something?
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I'm totally confused on infinite rotation. Does it go to a wireless encoder or something?
He is using a mercotac slip ring that allows 4 wires to rotate infinitely. My only question is what are those 4 wires connected to? I was thinking the USB but then how will he get power.
I guess either another slip ring or wireless USB and the mercotac thing is simply for powering it all.
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Ok, that makes sense. USB actually only uses 4 wires. Ground, Vcc, Data+, and Data-
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Ok, that makes sense. USB actually only uses 4 wires. Ground, Vcc, Data+, and Data-
Correct. I will be feeding USB data on the two 4 amp connectors, ground on one of the 30 amp connectors and either 5 or 12 volts on the second 30 amp connector. If it ends up being 12 volts there will be a 5 volt regulator inside of the control panel section. I will be making up my mind on 5 volt vs. 12 volt in the next couple of days.
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Almost 300 feet of wire at this point, 14 feet of heat shrink tubing and around 200 connections.
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Waiting on a few parts to come in, but I ran my first test tonight. Played a game with my wife.
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Just a recommendation to anyone building a cabinet. If you get the pre-made wiring harness from Ultimarc, check all of the connections with an ohm meter. I have repaired several high resistance connections so far. :censored: While they may work when you first put things together, they will eventually cause problems.
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Marquee lighting installed
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USB wiring inside control panel completed, hub installed, Mercotac floating torque arm installed. Work is progressing a little slower now that it can be played. ;D
I also have the amplified speakers installed and the spinner knob dialed in for Tempest.
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Marquee panel installed and lit.
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Monitor and bezel installed.
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After trying a few games I decided to install computer controlled servo motors to switch the joysticks between 4 way and 8 way mode. The last 3 LED clusters are now wired.
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Added external USB ports. Trim plates to be added later.
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Added external USB ports. Trim plates to be added later.
Why so high?
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Why so high?
A couple of reasons. The first being limited floor space in my shop. Lower limits how close I can set things next to the cabinet. The second is that those will be used for mainly for charging devices, leaving the top to be used as a shelf, and for hooking up my shop webcam. Thumb drives would go in the ones above the keyboard on the front.
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Why so high?
A couple of reasons. The first being limited floor space in my shop. Lower limits how close I can set things next to the cabinet. The second is that those will be used for mainly for charging devices, leaving the top to be used as a shelf, and for hooking up my shop webcam. Thumb drives would go in the ones above the keyboard on the front.
Then wear will the beers go?
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[A couple of reasons. The first being limited floor space in my shop. Lower limits how close I can set things next to the cabinet. The second is that those will be used for mainly for charging devices, leaving the top to be used as a shelf, and for hooking up my shop webcam. Thumb drives would go in the ones above the keyboard on the front.
Then wear will the beers go?
In the house, away from the power tools. :laugh2:
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USB hub wiring complete and final test of ports.
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While this is more software for the system, it is worth noting that now I can listen to MP3s :applaud:
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USB faceplates added and computer secured
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Sorry, folks. This project is on hold for a bit while I recover from a heart attack.
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Holy moly man! Best wishes to you making a full recovery!
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Sorry, folks. This project is on hold for a bit while I recover from a heart attack.
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Take it easy man! :cheers:
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Sorry, folks. This project is on hold for a bit while I recover from a heart attack.
Holy smokes! I hope you make a full recovery, and soon!
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Holy smokes! I hope you make a full recovery, and soon!
Take it easy man! :cheers:
Holy moly man! Best wishes to you making a full recovery!
Thanks for the well wishes!
I did do a little on it tonight. I finished up the external network jack which was what I was working on when the heart attack started. The first picture is the hinge for the control console lock.
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I hope to be back working on this project full swing after next week. I go in Monday for a second stent and should be as good as new after that.