Case Ideas
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I decided to make a post to collect some ideas I had. I got laid off work but I have all my finances sorted out so Im just going to pursue my hobbies while I job hunt.
I have a PSONE screen with broken hinges and decided to make my own portable. There used to be another forum that i was a member at but I cannot find it so I joined here.
Im looking for a shell so im going to post pics of my ideas in case I can help anyone.
I have the ability to cast small parts like joysticks, buttons and battery doors if anyone needs anything. I also have a vacuum forming table that I have never used and a huge pile of equipment that was all originally designed for doll and dollhouse construction and repair. Im in Ohio so if I can help anyone Id be happy to.
I want to put a gameboy SP into a GBA shell also so if anyone has any experience that would help me Id appreciate it.
I knew I had seen the datamax somewhere before so I hit the goodwill this morning and grabbed one... along with the crossword helper which seems to be an even more comfortable shell...
it would be a shame to cut up this case, but its really comfortable... the cartoons is excellent and I just got it for $13 at walmart.
Don
I have a PSONE screen with broken hinges and decided to make my own portable. There used to be another forum that i was a member at but I cannot find it so I joined here.
Im looking for a shell so im going to post pics of my ideas in case I can help anyone.
I have the ability to cast small parts like joysticks, buttons and battery doors if anyone needs anything. I also have a vacuum forming table that I have never used and a huge pile of equipment that was all originally designed for doll and dollhouse construction and repair. Im in Ohio so if I can help anyone Id be happy to.
I want to put a gameboy SP into a GBA shell also so if anyone has any experience that would help me Id appreciate it.
I knew I had seen the datamax somewhere before so I hit the goodwill this morning and grabbed one... along with the crossword helper which seems to be an even more comfortable shell...
it would be a shame to cut up this case, but its really comfortable... the cartoons is excellent and I just got it for $13 at walmart.
Don
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Re: Case Ideas
I would go with the datamax. Even though it has been done before it still is a great case. check this post. http://forums.benheck.com/viewtopic.php ... &start=105
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That Datamax version is a LOT harder to work with then the one I am using.
It has those flip up blue covers that have to be taken off and plastic welded in where they went. It's a pain.
It has those flip up blue covers that have to be taken off and plastic welded in where they went. It's a pain.
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Oh yeah, I didn't notice those =P
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Yes, Im not feeling the love for the datamax. Especially after all the other shell ideas ive seen.hailrazer wrote:That Datamax version is a LOT harder to work with then the one I am using.
It has those flip up blue covers that have to be taken off and plastic welded in where they went. It's a pain.
This was at a higher priced goodwill but Ive seen them other places for $1 so I will wait. Now that I have seen the inside of the datamax I have much respect for anyone that has converted one. The Star Trek box is very simple and I have seen other similar items, Pencil boxes, napkin boxes and first aid kits to name a few. I intend to post a collection of pics if its ok with our administrators here.
Don
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Re: Case Ideas
Why dont you just order a product sample Zn-45 case from polycase or something equivalent?
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chainfire95 wrote:Why dont you just order a product sample Zn-45 case from polycase or something equivalent?
LOL.... Polycase is like 40miles from me I could probably drive up and raid their dumpsters. Also I have seen First aid kits and things at local stores that I know they must have made... its just too easy.
I have the time and the camera, just figured Id start tossing out ideas and see if anyone adds anything.
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Do that =PMr BadWrench wrote:Polycase is like 40miles from me I could probably drive up and raid their dumpsters
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Huggies wipes container... I did not measure it or have anything in the picture to reference it.... Its about 4x9 and made os a softer material but usable IMO
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Shape of the huggies container looks good. Dumpster diving is great especially when you are diving into the dumpster of pier1. Great furniture with only a scratch on it. Did anyone ever thought of a complete metal case?
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Someone started making a GC portable in a metal case once, but I don't think they ever finished it.brandonk318 wrote:Did anyone ever thought of a complete metal case?
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SCORE!
no one told me the lazer doodle was actually the size of a stormtroopers head.... BTW the lazer doodle is the dumbest toy I have ever seen...
no one told me the lazer doodle was actually the size of a stormtroopers head.... BTW the lazer doodle is the dumbest toy I have ever seen...
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I have one of those digital makeover things. I think it may be a little thin for our uses. But I do like the shoulder buttons. Also the Datamax v.1 is a lot better.
I really like these cases.
http://www.handheldmuseum.com/Tiger/7in1.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.handheldmuseum.com/Tiger/H2HBaseball.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.handheldmuseum.com/Tiger/H2HFootball.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.handheldmuseum.com/Tiger/H2HTennis.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
I really like these cases.
http://www.handheldmuseum.com/Tiger/7in1.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.handheldmuseum.com/Tiger/H2HBaseball.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.handheldmuseum.com/Tiger/H2HFootball.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.handheldmuseum.com/Tiger/H2HTennis.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Ive seen the baseball one at a goodwill... Im looking at CDROM cases now, I found one that is very nice...
Im collecting info to build 2 systems and I do not want them to be even similar. I think im going to start hacking the lazerdoodle since the datamax is somewhat amusing on its own.
Im collecting info to build 2 systems and I do not want them to be even similar. I think im going to start hacking the lazerdoodle since the datamax is somewhat amusing on its own.
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Re: Case Ideas
another Datamax?
my goodwill treats me well... I recently found a datamax without the flip out blue covers. originally I thought it was just something someone broke and painted with a magic marker, but it is not.... could save someone much effort.
lol http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product. ... d=10040229" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; this is a good looking case IMO
my goodwill treats me well... I recently found a datamax without the flip out blue covers. originally I thought it was just something someone broke and painted with a magic marker, but it is not.... could save someone much effort.
lol http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product. ... d=10040229" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; this is a good looking case IMO