Here, I detail how I used a paper template to create the two identical side panels for my arcade cabinet.
Arcade Cabinet: Frame Construction
Some would argue that an arcade cabinet doesn’t need a frame, or that it makes it too heavy. I disagree. The frame will give additional weight on the bottom, to prevent the machine from being too top-heavy. Also, it’ll provide a skeleton that should make it less likely that I’ll build a crooked cabinet.
Making a Sawboard for a Circular Saw
I don’t own a table saw, and I’ll need to make a lot of long, straight cuts in MDF to build my arcade machine. Rather than drop a few hundred bucks on a table saw, I made a sawboard for less than $20.
Fun With Google SketchUp
Here’s what my arcade cab will eventually look like, once I get a chance to start working on it.