First PC Case Mod - Extreme Noob and I'd like your help! :)

[DdotRoq]

Hello Everyone,

This would be my first mod; I am receiving soon a Lian-Li PC-P80 and would
like to do some small mods. Only thing in mind is to install a custom window
(shaped a certain way), paint the case either a reflective PS3 mirror- style
color or something else attractive. I know the case comes with blue LED's, so I'd like to replace them and do a black / green / purple theme (with the Water cooling system being green / purple). Basically, something like an "Nvidia" theme. If I can put the Nvidia logo somewhere that'd be great.

Also, what tools will I be needing? All I can think of besides the average things laying around the house is a Dremel and sandpaper.

Any help or response is great, I am new to this site and was recommended by a friend.

Thanks!


Dave

[SXRguyinMA]

for tools, start off with a good quality dremel and LOTS of accessories :up:

other than that, browse the site, looks at other people's mods and how they did them, then make out some designs and have at it. :)

[bartvandenberg]

cutting a window in a case? i sliced mine out in 5 seconds with a plasma cutter. not exactly readily available, and you gotta go quick so you dont heat the metal up too much. Cleaned it up with a small air sander, and voila. had a custom cutout in my side panel in about 10 minutes flat.

A dremel is your best friend. you can do almost anything with it. sandpaper is also a good thing, unless your dremeling is perfect.


remember, if you cut a window in your case, it would probably be a good idea to think out how you want the inside to look. If you are going for a black/purple look, paint the inside black. primed, or unpainted surfaces look 'unfinished' IMO.

for tips and tricks, check here...

http://www.thebestcasescenario.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=100

[SXRguyinMA]

I agree with painting the insides, makes a world of difference. I did mine not too long ago

before:
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l11/sportrider12584/computer%20pics/pic032.jpg

after painting:
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l11/sportrider12584/computer%20pics/Picture006.jpg

after painting and reassembly:
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l11/sportrider12584/computer%20pics/Picture016-1.jpg

http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l11/sportrider12584/computer%20pics/Picture008.jpg