Posted March 4, 2015 So, I hate this case, kind of. It was cheap and I kinda liked it so I thought fuck it. Got rid of my corsair 300R. (Regret) Anyhow I would like to know how I should go about making a majority of this panel transparent, kinda like it is just more. I have a moderate amount of tools. Some skills. But for the most part have no idea where to start. Could someone guide me through it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted March 4, 2015 Guiding someone on a random case mod project can be pretty difficult unless the guide has already modded that exact case, and especially so over the internet. It is important that you have at least some semblance of an idea for where you want the mod to go before you even start prepping for your first cut. That being said... - The best way you can start getting help is to post some good quality photos of the case: front, both sides, top, interior... This will let people know what you're working with. - Do you already know what you want to accomplish in total? Are you only wanting to mod that one side pannel and nothing else? END OF LINE -- Project Deep Freeze Build Log -- Quote me so that I always know when you reply, feel free to snip if the quote is long. May your FPS be high and your temperatures low. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted March 5, 2015 Author There we go, sorry for not including more the first time. This is my first case mod and first post here on Linus Tech Tips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted March 5, 2015 There we go, sorry for not including more the first time. This is my first case mod and first post here on Linus Tech Tips. Cut it out then? Then just put whatever in it that is the same shape/size and there you go! CPU: i5 4670k @ 3.4GHz + Corsair H100i GPU: Gigabyte GTX 680 SOC (+215 Core|+162 Mem) SSD: Kingston V300 240GB (OS) Headset: Logitech G930 Case: Cosair Vengance C70 (white) RAM: 16GB TeamGroup Elite Black DDR3 1600MHz HDD: 1TB WD Blue Mouse: Logitech G602 OS: Windows 7 Home Premium PSU: XFX Core Edition 750w Motherboard: MSI Z97-G45 Keyboard: Logitech G510 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted March 5, 2015 That looks very doable, I'd suggest to you to use a dremel or rotary tool with a rienforced abrasive cutting disc. Be sure to mask over everything to prevent scratches or damage and draw the lines onto the masking tape itself. When cutting be sure to cut away from the line and afterwards using a metal file, file towards it to get a nice straight line. That will leave you with a bare metal edge so some touching up will be needed on the end to blend in. As for window material plexi or glass works very well most can be found in most hardware stores or signage/window shops. Updated Modding FAQ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted March 5, 2015 I'd suggest to you to use a dremel or rotary tool with a rienforced abrasive cutting disc. yeah dont be stupid like me i used a BIG A** GRINDER TURNED out well i guess this was in 2012 man i still didnt buy plexi for it CPU: intel quad core Q9300 2.5GHZ GPU : amd HD7870 ghz edition 2go RAM : 6 go cheapo HDD: western digital 500GO + 80go seagate MOTHERBOARD :gigabyte G41mts2p CASE : cheapo PSU: 2X 300watt DUAL psu setup MONITOR : asus VW223D NOT the best and latest parts in the world BUT its working great for me :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted March 5, 2015 There we go, sorry for not including more the first time. This is my first case mod and first post here on Linus Tech Tips. If you want to learn some about modding cases, check out MNPCTech on his website and YouTube. http://mnpctech.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcnCXoB2dRjaTKkcd3l517Q He built his business my modding cases for people and companies. Go through his videos on his channel and I'm sure that you will learn a lot like I did. If you scroll to the bottom of his company's website, they have a list of blog posts/videos that provide basic tutorials and hints for doing stuff like a side panel window mod. I'll do some digging around in a little bit and get back to you, but I think he may have actually modded that case a while ago. Other than that, your idea looks pretty sound, I would just do all of your measurements from the inner side of the panel so that you know for sure you have enough to run your adhesive to attach the window. For marking out and making your cuts, cover the panel in 3M Scotch 233+ masking tape. Then use U-channel to cover the raw edges if you're not going to file/sand them smooth and paint them. Finally, for mounting the window panel I would recommend 3M 4010 tape. END OF LINE -- Project Deep Freeze Build Log -- Quote me so that I always know when you reply, feel free to snip if the quote is long. May your FPS be high and your temperatures low. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted March 5, 2015 Dremel with a metal wheel works pretty good if you have a steady hand Current: R2600X@4.0GHz\\ Corsair Air 280x \\ RTX 2070 \\ 16GB DDR3 2666 \\ 1KW EVGA Supernova\\ Asus B450 TUF Old Systems: A6 5200 APU -- A10 7800K + HD6670 -- FX 9370 + 2X R9 290 -- G3258 + R9 280 -- 4690K + RX480 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted March 7, 2015 DSC_00581.JPG So, I hate this case, kind of. It was cheap and I kinda liked it so I thought fuck it. Got rid of my corsair 300R. (Regret) Anyhow I would like to know how I should go about making a majority of this panel transparent, kinda like it is just more. I have a moderate amount of tools. Some skills. But for the most part have no idea where to start. Could someone guide me through it? The profile seems alright. I would use a jigsaw or a small saw with an abrasive cutting wheel. For the clear plastic, i would suggest lexan as its holds up much much better than plexiglass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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