Case Mod Challenge/Idea

[Judgement]

Hey, did'nt see much chatter in the chatter box so i figured id try to make some. I'm new to the site but a long time tinker with moding im always looking for tips tricks hints and a good Challenge. I'm not sure how maney of you have my same attitude but I figured I'd throw this out anyways. I have seen alot of changes in the cases companys are put out one that caught my eye was the Asus Vento 3600 it's a little expensive at 150 big ones but I think it would make an awsome mod. However I've yet to come up with a good mod for it maybe someone else can come up with something for it. Someone may have even beat me to the punch if so if love to see it. I'd like to see any other cases or parts anyone one else has always thought about moding but just couldnt figure out WTF to do with it. You never know what someone else can do with it and it might just give you a new idea of your own

[GregoryJ]

My personal choice for case modding are Cube cases. I love Yeong Yang. I have done a # of mods on these server cases and all have turned out awsome. The case is solid steel (about 40 pounds empty) and that makes painting with auto paint much easier. servercase.com has them for $165.00 plus shipping. the case can hold upto 15 drives and more than enough room for modding. you can check a good review with great pics at modthebox.com. Hope that helps. 8)

[DickNervous]

I have never modded a cube, but have always wanted to, all that space....
Antec/Cheiftec/Chenming mid-tower cases are great.
Lian Li cases are awesome.

I actually do not like that Asus case for modding 'cause everything they have done to it limits what you can do.

[GregoryJ]

i love server cases b/c they are built to a much higher standard as far as material and construction. The Yeong Yang cases are made for the small business to enterprise level customers so its about the contruction of the case 'cause you would never put a server into a cheap case. the Lian Li cases are very likely the best cases made. They are all aluminum and the construction is some of the very best. Although worth the money I would not really be very comfortable taking a jig saw to one of these unless you have expirence in working with them.

[DickNervous]

hehe... I know how you feel about the Lian Li. My Megadeth mod is a Lian Li full tower and the damn case is so nice looking I didn't want to change it. Though since I bought it used it already had the blowhole up top and the "stock" side panel with the window so I didn't really do much cutting...

[Aero]

dude, we should have a "mod-off" to see who can build the sweetest mod, but everyone would have to start with the same case.

I don't know, just got that idea:p

[GregoryJ]

That would be cool. also too if anybody likes building stuff from the ground up there is a great website that sells spare parts for just about every application you can think of. partsexpress.com. example: they have 4" color lcd panels for like $99.00 and we could all use another monitor somewhere in our mod... doing something....

[Judgement]

I like that cube case that gives you alot of room for moding. Hoever I just use old cases I have laying around I wouldn't want to mess up a good one. someday maybe when this hobby of mine goes from tinkering to serous I'll give it a shot. I'm failry new at this however still learning all the tips for cuting, painting, ect. Thanks again though for the cool ideas. 8)

[Ascoates]

Just bringing about the Mod off. If this was to happen and people were to take part then mayne we could have categories.

Because lets face it am sure none of us newbies would want to go up against people like Crazybillybob or crimson sky would we now? Maybe if it was to happen each category could have a set budget maybe excluding the case though because obviously cases can be found cheaper at different places.

Or maybe there could be teams with with people such as Crazykillybob, Crimson Sky or any other of our super modders out there heading the team, maybe not so much taking part but more giving giving ideas and guidance to the other members.

Well there my suggestion I hope this make some sense to people.

[Rankenphile]

This sounds like fun!

[Judgement]

Sounds awsome like Monster Garage or Monster House but with case moding and all our higher level moders would get to play Jessy James :D

I wonder if we could make a real event our of this maybe even get a show on discovery what do you guys think? NAH prolly not lol still I love the idea 8)

[Aero]

Wow, people actually like one of my ideas for once :D

[Caboose12]

Mod off could only spend like 100 dollars not including the base case

[Xato]

Sounds awesome, lets do it.

All i need is the money for the case and the extra 99 bucks...
although, i might be getting a superlanboy soon, make that the start case.

[GregoryJ]

Im in.... We need some rules... any thoughts? :?

[Aero]

Ok, here are a few suggestions for the rules.

1) All cases must not contain "pre-mods". If a case contains a window or other pre-mod it must be changed significantly before the mod is finished.

2) All mods must not cost more than $50 US. This is to ensure that everyone may be on a fair playing ground and will test the ingenuity of the modder. This limit consists of modding parts only (fans, watercooling acessories, heatsinks, drive bay devices, and other computer accessories). Hardware (paint, dremal accessories, sand paper, tools, etc.) is not effected by this limit.

3) Mods must be computer cases. The cases may be built from scratch but must have the ability to house a computer (mobo, Hdd, PSU, and CD/DVD/Floppy drive must all be able to fit or have some way of being connected).

4) All Modders and entrants must act in a way as to support those who are not as "skilled". Everyone starts somewhere, don't give negitive feedback on their work. (I don't think this is much of a problem here but its good to state it anyway.)

5) Mods will be judged by the forums. A poll will be made and will remain open for atleast 12 days.

Well, thats all I can think of, if anyone has suggestions or thinks a rule should be changed just post about it!

[[DGN]Nexus]

I would jsut like to clarify #2. Is that saying that all computer based components that would go into the mod may not exceed $50? And that the tools or equipment purchased are not a part of that $50?

thats the only thing I was partially confused about.

[GregoryJ]

what if we can just "Frankenstein" the pc parts together from stuff that we already have? I agree on the case rules. Premodded would be almost an unfair advantage. We should do the best Beige box mod. Every one starts with a plain old beige box and we go from there. everyone must show a pic of the unmodded beigebox before any work was started. I think that would level the playing field a bit better not to mention how much money it would save. So what if we can only invest $50.00 in NEW modding parts, allowing old or salvaged parts from past projects or what ever... I also agree that tools should not count toward the $50.00 since newer modders are less likely to have the same tools as some of the more experienced builders. I also suggest that each entry be a 1 man(or women) job unless you are paying to have something done which would have to come out of the $50.00 and they must show proof such as an invoice or reciept. We should also show reciepts/invoices or what ever as proof of the expences for all new supplies. shipping charges from online retailers should not count as this would very greatly depending on modder's location and where the parts are coming from. On that same note tax should not count either since sales tax from online retail shops may not apply to everyone and local sales tax also differs too much from place to place. That's all i could think of right now
but im loving this idea and i cant wait to get started.

[Xato]

Lol, you guys sound like lawyers.

$50, mod a beige box, tools to work on the job dont count, parts which go into the mod do. If you have spare parts lying around use em, but nothing which would give an unfair advantage.
And btw, this is not going to be done for at least 2 weeks... Exams for the lose.

[Xato]

Oh an so you all know, the state i live in Is the most taxed place in the world. Apparently.
NSW, Australia.
At least thats what i've heard.