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SuperPacMan:
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I am attempting my first control panel and need some help.  I own a Hotrod SE and I want to build my second panel with the exact same dimensions (so they will swap perfectly in the retainer I have made). I already have the joysticks I want to use (Happs Universal and MsPac/Galaga) the buttons (Ultimarc), and the circuit board (I-PAC). Now I am, with some trepidation, attempting to put it all together. A few questions I have at this point:

1) Woodworking is not my strong point. Once I have the pieces cut (I am planning on using 3/4" plywood) what is the best way to assemble them, glue or nails?


2) I plan on putting a hinge of some type on the top of the cp so it can be lifted to switch the Universal between 4 and 8 way mode. What's the best way to secure the "lid" when it is down?


3)  I'm assuming all standard arcade buttons are the same size in diameter. What are the exact measurements I should use for the holes the buttons (Ultimarc) will sit in?


4) Does anyone know for sure if the "Joystick mounting plate/hardware for wood CP" sold by Bob Roberts will work with the MsPac/Galaga stick?


5) How easy would it be to make my own metal mounting plate for the MsPac/Galaga and how would I go about it?


Thanks for any and all help!



steve_pss:
1. This of using 3/4" MDF. Much easier to work with (IMHO).
I use drywall screws. They make a combo resessed pilot drill/switch to phillips head drive gizmo. Buy one, they rock.

2. Consider velco, quite a few people use it. There are various latches for sale as well. Happs carries some.

3. If I remember correctly buttons (and joystick holes) are 1 1/8" diameter.

4. Don't know.

5. If it would be easier for you to make that piece you would already know how to do it.  ;)

TalkingOctopus:
1) I used and would recommend both drywall screws and glue.  

2) Industrial strength velcro is the way to go!  The control panel is very sturdy and its innards are very easy to access.

3) 1 1/8"  Some people use 1 1/2" for joysticks, but I went 1 1/8" for both

5) It is hard to work with metal.

Tiger-Heli:

--- Quote from: SuperPacMan on March 21, 2004, 07:51:45 pm ---4) Does anyone know for sure if the "Joystick mounting plate/hardware for wood CP" sold by Bob Roberts will work with the MsPac/Galaga stick?

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If you mean this one - http://www.dameon.net/BBBB/pacadapt.html, then that's what it is for.

BTW, it's probably a little late now, but your choice of sticks seems a little interesting - The Mspac/Galaga is one of the best 4-ways, while the Universal is generally regarded as a pretty good 4-way and not so good 8-way.  Why you would want both has me stumped, but it's your panel and probably too late now.

Stingray:

--- Quote from: SuperPacMan on March 21, 2004, 07:51:45 pm ---
5) How easy would it be to make my own metal mounting plate for the MsPac/Galaga and how would I go about it?


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Nothing to it if you already own the tools to cut & weld metal, but since you asked the question I assume that you don't. It's just a matter of cutting out the plate, cutting a hole for the joystick and welding four studs on the back, but if you're going to go that far you might as well make your whole panel out of metal instead of wood.

-S

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