Note: I will install light guns in a future add-on, so I need to at least allow for that. Fortunately, those controls are USB and can be mounted on the kick plate.
Considering flexibility, presentation, and space requirements, I consulted this great site:
I settled on the Mortal Combat style cabinet, as the control panel was already larger then average, the monitor angle appeared perfect for a CRT monitor (which I plan on using for the screen), and the cabinet has a classic look to it.
Click on the plans to get more details
I really wanted to start off simple, possibly restoring a broken cabinet, so I put feelers out on ebay and craigs list to buy or get one, and also visited local arcades.
It dawned on me that I’d need to break the cabinet down easily when moving it, and space is a factor so I decided to build my own regardless, but kept looking for a used cabinet.
I definitely wanted a custom one for myself with the following ideals in mind:
- Easy to dismantle
- Professional look and feel
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