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unmodded cases

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abaddon

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I plan on making a case mod, but first I need a new case ( my current one is beyond help) but i want it on the cheap. looking for an atx case don't really care about drive bays as long as it has 2 or 3. I would like the side((s)if possible) to be easily opened/accsessed. looking for a price around say $50 at most and probably say $20 at least. most importantly i tcan't have andy distinguishinmg remarks on it( no window no wierd power button no large logos or wierdly designed fronts). I have searched price watch new egg and google so don't tell me something stupid like check the internet okay. Any suggestions ?
 
amamax.com
colorcases.com
Just a few sites i bookmarked because they have cheap cases
 
well the thing is i need to moddify the front of the case as well so many cases have a power button and stuff at the bottom(which i hope to replace with a swith i don't like buttons)) but thanks
 
If your asking for help try not to be obnoxious about it. Just because Im a nice guy im going to tell you to check out newegg.com for your case needs.
 
I have searched price watch new egg and google so don't tell me something stupid like check the internet okay
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sorry if i offended you i was just trying to be specific
 
case is fine except there is holes for fan on the side where i will put my window and opening handel goes is where i will put window. I plan to leave some of the metal on the case side so i can have a angel looking case that thing is tight
 
Originally posted by abaddon
case is fine except there is holes for fan on the side where i will put my window and opening handel goes is where i will put window. I plan to leave some of the metal on the case side so i can have a angel looking case that thing is tight
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Bondo or fiberglass can be your friend.
 
any other warning or suggestions of what a good case for modding is that is in my price range
 
scottbox.jpg


My VERY FIRST self-build system case....god do I miss it...but I can tell you they definitely don't make em anymore. That pic is about 5 years old. :p
 
well, here we go....Max $50, Min $20 (I'm assuming you're gonna paint and dress this up real nice, so the cases may look god ugly).

http://www.directron.com/228s.html
Here we have a Raidmax diamond 228SP. The Raidmax diamond 228SP is a straightforward and economical ATX series that comes with one 8cm side-panel fan for effectively taking out the hot air inside the case. The slide-out side panel makes PC component upgrade easy. Ideal for Pentium IV and AMD XP. Beige color. In short, it's a great budget ATX mid tower case.

http://www.directron.com/sf701.html
Here we have a Super Flower SF-701. The entire case was made with a special elaborate polishing process. Side Fan improve the heat dissipation. The hard drive tray is placed right behind the front case fans for maximum cooling. Cambered surface Front Panel. Front USB Port and Audio. Case fans: 1x8cm (at side) + 1x8cm fan(at rear).

http://www.directron.com/sf501.html
Here we have a Super Flower SF-501. The entire case was made with a special elaborate polishing process. Airflow holes around the entire case for the best heat dissipation. The hard drive tray is placed right behind the front case fans for maximum cooling. Cambered surface Acrylic Front Panel. Front: 2xUSB Port and Audio ports Cooling fan: 1x8cm side fan. 1x8cm( rear fan).

http://www.directron.com/5859roex.html
Here we have a Gamerbox Case CX-5859ROEX. Comes with 300W power supply, and front USB ports. Color: silver and gray. Makes it unique and cool. Because of top panel handy handle, it allows you to take your PC to any LAN party.

http://www.directron.com/qf50csilver.html
Here we have the AOpen QF50C. A new product from a reliable name, AOpen. Model QF50C series ATX mid-tower computer case / housing / chassis. P4 ready. Color: Silver and Black.

http://www.directron.com/powmax226b.html
Here we have the Powmax P4. Powmax 0309-1 PL P4 Ready Mid Tower Case, w/ 400W Power Supply, Front USB & Audio

http://www.directron.com/sf561.html
Here we have the Super Flower SF-561S. The entire case was made with a special elaborate polishing process. Airflow holes around the entire case for the best heat dissipation. The hard drive tray is placed right behind the front case fans for maximum cooling. Fluorescent cambered surface Acrylic Front Panel Fluorescent Acrylic Glass Windows. Many Ball Bearing Case Fans. Color: Silver, Black color is available.

http://www.directron.com/yc2ap2.html
Here we have the Directron YC2A-P2. The Directron YC2A-P2 Mid-tower ATX screwless millennium chassis with 300W switch power supply. Model PC2A-P2.

http://www.directron.com/998k.html
Here we have the Directron 998K. Good looking & Solid computer case for the value minded customer. Turbo Case 998K Mid-Tower ATX Computer Cases / Chassis with 250W power supply, 7 Expansion slot, with I/O switch, Switch Power and Reset.



alright, screw the descriptions.....

http://www.logicalplus.com/fuca22s20usb.html

http://shentech.com/xca31cgrcofr.html

http://shentech.com/fuca31cgrcof.html

http://shentech.com/aoesfrusbp4a.html

http://www.bybz.com/itemview.cfm?itemno=AOPES50A#

http://www.bybz.com/itemview.cfm?itemno=AOPKF45P4300

http://www.bybz.com/itemview.cfm?itemno=CASCUBIC101W#


alright, that should keep ya busy for 20 minutes....:p
 
Originally posted by skawttieboy
already did...it turned out pretty crappy :rolleyes:
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I have developed a real hate for windows after knowing about case modding and stuff for about 3 or 4 years now.
 
I've noticed that its getting harder and harder to find a nice case that is not premodded. I've been looking for a chieftec dragon for a while and finally found it at directron. Its going to cost me close to 70 bucks to get shipped to me but no one else has anything like it. I'm going to be doing a Tolkien themed mod where I take one side panel and have a Lorien leaf airbrshed onto the side (although I may go with a case wrap that I permanently attatch to the side), on the door I want to get some bluish type glow in the dark paint and paint the back door of Moria on it. On the other side panel I'm going to do a window mod where I will sandwich a transparency between two pecies of plexi and then back light it. The entire outside of the case will be an emerald green, I haven't decided if I'm going to go with a glossy clear coat or a satin one. The inside of the door will be painted black as will the drive faces.
 
no offence skawttieboy but the there are quiet a few that are too complicated on the front. I liked the powmax but it may require extensive sanding on the front. sorry i'm sounding all analretentive and stuff. thanks for the posts. keep on posting. the reason i want the front simple is because i am going to put a large fan on the bottom and cut an oven style door to swap harddrives in and out. Nice find on the compusa has a basic black ATX case not what i am looking for ie the front but maybe i should just give up on that idea
 
i think i am going to buy thissweet sob it is cheap effective and a lian li rip off I like it and i am going to get it thank you so much for your help:)
 
Originally posted by abaddon
i think i am going to buy thissweet sob it is cheap effective and a lian li rip off I like it and i am going to get it thank you so much for your help:)
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that looks pretty good wonder how sharp the insides are for that price.
 
Nice choice...I woulda chose the same for...and for $37, how can ya go wrong??? Don't forget to post pics when she's all modded...:D
 
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