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Rocketfish Top Panel

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Does anyone know where I could find a replacement top panel for the Rocketfish? I purchased one that I was told would fit from Cooler Guys (model t-71--fits the PC-A71), but much to my dismay it doesn't fit. Just a bit too wide. Other than the width, it appears to be a perfect fit. It seems that tis is where the difference lies in the Rocketfish and the original Lian LI. That little bit of extra width would be ideal for cable management as well as the motherboard placements. Anyway, I would appreciate any info on a top panel with vents . Thanks
 
thought about that. I have never done anything like that. I don't want to screw up the top- especially if I can't get a replacement top panel. But, I think I might just give it a try. What size hole saw would I need for 120mm fans? Would i just line up th fan and use the screw holes as guides?
 
people either use a 4.5" or 4.75" hole saw. there are tons of guides online. Just tape the top off, put some plywood underneath, and take your time
 
Thanks guys! I was looking at some fan grills. I found one that resembles the grills used on the replacement panel I was looking at (raised grill). Anyway, I have 120mm Scythe fans. Should I use a 4.5 or 4.75 holesaw? Then as far as the screw holes-- just line up the fan and mark the holes (then just drill?). Again, thanks guys
 
Called a local machine shop- brought the Lian Li replacement panel and they made the exact cuts/holes for me. Price was less than a quality holesaw/bit- plus I didn't screw it up
 
lol... initially, I was scared to mode my side panel by myself... so I asked a buddy of mine (who owns a machine shop) to see if he can cut it for me. He said he only has one machine big enough to do it, and it was backed up for weeks. So I did what ever man should do: took it upon myself to learn how to use power tools. The results: side panel. I'm liking it and now I'm thinking about cutting dual 120mm holes on the top panel.

Point is... you should definitely give it a shot. It may cost less to just bring it to someone now, but in the long run (3, 4, 5 cases later) - it will eventually pay for itself.
 
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