Monthly Archives: April 2011

Last week I went back to AB Plastics to get a new quote on some perspex or acrylic to use for the marquee, screen and control panel. The new quote was much better (given the correct dimensions . I decided … Continue reading →

I started out day 3 by giving the outside some paint attention. The first coat was very light, but the second coat started to give some good results. There is plenty of paint, so I have a feeling I will … Continue reading →

I decided to spend some time painting at night since it was holding progress up. The inside of the cab was given two coats and the outside a single coat of primer. Painting was done with brush and roller, although … Continue reading →

I came into Day 2 excited after the great progress that was made on Day 1. We didnt get as much done as I had hoped, but I think that’s mainly due to the stage we are at. Time seems … Continue reading →

I have made some minor alterations to the wiring diagram I posted a few weeks ago. Mainly modifying some earthing wires, and adding in an additional earth wire for the metal control panel. Here is version 3 of the wiring … Continue reading →

Recently I was looking into the use of perspex for some elements of the cab. I was considering perspex for the following: – Marquee (2 pieces) – Screen protection – Control panel overlay – Internal box for electrical wiring – … Continue reading →

After two and a half months of planning and waiting, I have finally been able to start building the arcade cabinet (with help from my father in law). Using the Galaga cab plans from Jakobud, we started by marking out … Continue reading →