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Title: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: Darth Nuno on February 08, 2008, 01:20:59 am

(http://www.arcadelifestyle.net/galaga/diary.jpg)


Before :

(http://www.arcadelifestyle.net/galaga/gal1.jpg)

After :

(http://www.arcadelifestyle.net/galaga/theend3.jpg)

All the story in this video :

[youtube]0eVWVDHq3gw[/youtube]

All the details right here (http://www.dragonslairfans.com/smfor/index.php?topic=314.0)

 :cheers:

Title: Re: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: RetroACTIVE on February 08, 2008, 09:30:06 am

I really like this... its an excellent example of "just enough"... I think you restored what needed to be and did not over do it...  I have a Galaga in nearly the exact same shape so you've inspired me to start...  I like how you dealt with the "fuzzy" edges along the bottom... seems like a good method.

 :cheers:

Title: Re: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: Fozzy The Bear on February 08, 2008, 09:53:13 am

 :applaud: :applaud: :applaud: :applaud: :applaud: :applaud: :applaud: :applaud:

(http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=51525.0;attach=94814;image)
        We're not worthy!

This is the right way to deal with a classic! Perfect Restoration, just the right mix of fix it and leave it alone.

Best Regards,
Julian (Fozzy The Bear)

Title: Re: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: Daniel B. on February 08, 2008, 10:32:04 am

Great restoration, but the video trumps it all! I love it! Excellent soundtrack!!!!

This tops the gigantic machine thread you have, by far, imo.

Title: Re: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: lcddream on February 08, 2008, 01:07:09 pm

very impressive!

Title: Re: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: patrickl on February 08, 2008, 02:12:52 pm

That is beautiful. Where do you people find these things? All I see advertised are beaten up playchoice machines or similar generic muck.

Wish I could have taken a few high res picture of the bezel when it was out  8)

Title: Re: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: sfrascella on February 08, 2008, 02:24:08 pm

Well done!  :applaud:

Title: Re: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: FrizzleFried on February 08, 2008, 06:33:49 pm

An EXCELLENT example of what you should do with dedicated classic arcade classic that's not in the best of shape!  Bravo!  Hopefully others will learn from your success!   :notworthy:

Title: Re: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: mccoy178 on February 08, 2008, 08:53:30 pm

Very nice work! :cheers:  Makes me want to get the tools out and start building again. :notworthy:

Title: Re: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: leapinlew on September 15, 2008, 05:44:39 pm

a hacksaw to cut plexi?

Title: Re: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: Karetaker on September 17, 2008, 08:48:44 pm

Looks great! She turned out really nice! Well done... the video was a nice touch.

Title: Re: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: SirPeale on September 18, 2008, 01:21:04 am

I'm really torn on this...you've fixed that cabinet up really nicely, but...it's a Mame cabinet.  Not that I have a problem with Mame cabs, but the restoration forum is for original hardware.

Do you have plans to fix your board and put it in?

Title: Re: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: Darth Nuno on September 18, 2008, 03:19:24 pm

LOL... you're right.

This topic has nothing  to do at all with a restoration : I mean there's no tip about woodworking, removing water damages, choosing the right color, sanding, painting, cutting plexi, applying side art, T-molding, removing air bubbles, coin door renovation... and the worst : not the original board ! I totally agree, nothing on this topic can't help someone  for a Galaga restoration  :applaud:

Title: Re: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: SirPeale on September 18, 2008, 03:34:02 pm

*whew* good, I'm glad we're on the same page.

Title: Re: Galaga : Diary Of a Renovation :: The Video ::
Post by: pinballwizard79 on September 18, 2008, 11:48:46 pm

pwn