Modding Building my own case question

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  1. TurtlePerson2

    TurtlePerson2 What's a Dremel?

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    I would like to build my own custom computer case. I have experience with and access to a metal shop, so getting tools like drill presses and band saws isn't the difficulty. The problem is that I'm having a hard time finding the official ATX specifications for a case. I tried formfactors.org, but had no luck. Does anyone know of a good site with either plans or a list of specifications for an ATX computer case?
     
  2. sheninat0r

    sheninat0r What's a Dremel?

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    Can't you just look at pictures of cases and base yours off of those? I think that ATX case spec is listed partially in the motherboard specification [for clearance over parts of the board]. The most important part I think is the front-->back airflow design, which some manufacturers are throwing out the window anyways.
     
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    radodrill Resident EI

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  4. aaronpoweruser

    aaronpoweruser new mod coming

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    just get a cheap case of ebay and somthing and mount the mother board tray
     
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    jhanlon303 The Keeper of History

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    Garage sales, thrift stores, carity sores, flea markets all ha cheap finds.
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