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Title: I wanna build this
Post by: loonytu123 on August 22, 2021, 07:33:13 pm

I wanna build this cabinet but i do not know what size it is . I would buy one but i dont need the electronics init and they are way to exspensive shipping cost more than the product
 What i need is plans or dimensions  so i can get a ideal  to build it

Title: Re: I wanna build this
Post by: PL1 on August 22, 2021, 09:52:45 pm

Looks like you have an idea what you want, but I doubt anyone will have ready-to-use plans for it.

You can use the "What type of build meets my needs? (http://wiki.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/FAQ#What_type_of_build_meets_my_needs.3F)" design process in the FAQ, button layouts from slagcoin (http://www.slagcoin.com/joystick/layout.html), and cardboard/hardboard mockups to work out the dimensions and ergonomics for a slim pedestal like that.

Be sure to allow room for all of the system components and plan ahead for maintenance.


Scott

Title: Re: I wanna build this
Post by: pbj on August 22, 2021, 11:36:47 pm

You can get joysticks those without the stand for under $200 shipped.  Then you slap it on a small table and you’re done.

Title: Re: I wanna build this
Post by: Vocalitus on August 23, 2021, 05:44:54 am

 Like Jim said just find the CP and then build a base for it.

(https://content.instructables.com/ORIG/F8Z/VL8I/JJ8U9T77/F8ZVL8IJJ8U9T77.jpg)

Title: Re: I wanna build this
Post by: ericball on August 23, 2021, 09:35:57 am

I try to learn from my mistakes so I'm a big proponent of prototyping and following a "think & test first, spend second" mantra.

So I'd suggest before starting the project you ask yourself some questions, e.g.:

• What do you like about the cabinet you're lusting after?  Is there anything you dislike?  You might want to look at other pedestal style cabinets & project build threads for more ideas and pros & cons.
• Do you have the space for a pedestal cabinet including mounting a big screen TV at standing eye level?  Make a cardboard prototype and try it out.
• Do you have the tools and skills required to build the cabinet?  Again, check the project build threads for what kinds of tools people use.  If you don't have the tools - add them to the cost of the project.
• Do you have an existing computer, monitor / TV, controls, etc which you plan on using?  See how much you can do without spending anything (or spending as little as possible).
• How much Time, Money and Effort are you willing to put into the project?