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Title: mounting the CP
Post by: USSEnterprise on August 06, 2005, 11:30:22 am

How do I mount my CP if I want to be able to access the underside easily?

Title: Re: mounting the CP
Post by: toolaa on August 06, 2005, 11:42:44 am

Many original arcade cabs had a piano hinge on the front edge.  Normally there compression latches which were accessible from inside the cabinet through the coin door to unlock the panel. 

The hinge idea is nice because you can flip open the CP and make a few quick adjustments without having to hold it or worry about disconnecting any wires.  However, the compression latches on the inside make it tough to unlock. 

I have often thought about installing some type of twist lock or other mechanism which is accessable without going through the coin door.

Title: Re: mounting the CP
Post by: DreamArcades on August 10, 2005, 04:33:06 pm

Ya, a piano hinge is the easiest. Also, Euro style hidden hinges will work. They cost a little more and usually take up more room though.