volkssuper Posted February 26, 2006 Share Posted February 26, 2006 Where would one find a complete case? Each 7800 i've purchased has come with some sort physical defect so i thought this would be the only fix. Also where would one find the large heatsink? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn Posted February 26, 2006 Share Posted February 26, 2006 Where would one find a complete case? Each 7800 i've purchased has come with some sort physical defect so i thought this would be the only fix. Also where would one find the large heatsink? 1024705[/snapback] I have a spare shell kicking around in my workshop somewhere. A couple minor scuffs on the metal thing but aside form that it's minty, no cracks or chips or anyo fthat BS. Also You can use an old computer heat sink. All you need to do is drill a hole threw it and screw it on properly threw the whole in IC it's suposed to heat sink. You will also get less over heating also using a computer heat sink. For marathon gaming you can actually add a fan also, but thats a little more involved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadow460 Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 I'd thought of the fan idea, but a fan means dust inside the console. Given the fact that the 7800 case isn't made from the strongest plastic, I dread taking one apart and cleaning the dust out every so often. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prodos8 Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 I have a 7800 that I spray painted all black around 1990. Now It still looks pretty good, but recently I've been wanting to get an original case to put the mobo in. I only did this because the metal part was getting all scratched up, so painting it solved that. Anyway, I regret that now, and would like to get an original case, if any are floating around? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 I just sold mine to "volkssuper" but if I get another one kicking around I'll let you know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadow460 Posted February 28, 2006 Share Posted February 28, 2006 Now I know why I haven't modded my own 7800 too much. It's nearly in mint condition--no dings, sctratches, etc on the console at all, and only minor dings on the joysticks. The Nintendo 64 next to it looks like death warmed over, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregory DG Posted February 28, 2006 Share Posted February 28, 2006 Ya know... If AA can make clear cartridge shells, what about making clear system cases too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn Posted February 28, 2006 Share Posted February 28, 2006 Ya know... If AA can make clear cartridge shells, what about making clear system cases too? 1025656[/snapback] The proto of the 7800 was in a clear case Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregory DG Posted February 28, 2006 Share Posted February 28, 2006 The proto of the 7800 was in a clear case 1025677[/snapback] I've seen the clear case 7800. And I want one... I'm not interested in it for it's monetary value, I just think it looks cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaybird3rd Posted February 28, 2006 Share Posted February 28, 2006 Ya know... If AA can make clear cartridge shells, what about making clear system cases too? 1025656[/snapback] I'd love to see new cases for classic consoles made (it might be a great way to restore dusty, dirty, and sun-faded machines), but given the low demand compared to cartridge shells, I suspect that the tooling would be prohibitively expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn Posted February 28, 2006 Share Posted February 28, 2006 Ya know... If AA can make clear cartridge shells, what about making clear system cases too? 1025656[/snapback] I'd love to see new cases for classic consoles made (it might be a great way to restore dusty, dirty, and sun-faded machines), but given the low demand compared to cartridge shells, I suspect that the tooling would be prohibitively expensive. 1025684[/snapback] A big pre-paid pre-order might gets some action. I know I'd go for a clear 7800. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaybird3rd Posted February 28, 2006 Share Posted February 28, 2006 (edited) A big pre-paid pre-order might gets some action. I know I'd go for a clear 7800.1025716[/snapback] So would I ... maybe even with a new "20th Anniversary Edition" face plate, a reworked cartridge slot that doesn't have a problem with third-party cartridges, and pre-molded holes for mounting composite A/V jacks and standard AC adapter jacks for the modders among us. Edited February 28, 2006 by jaybird3rd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
okto Posted February 28, 2006 Share Posted February 28, 2006 It's nearly in mint condition--no dings, sctratches, etc on the console at all, and only minor dings on the joysticks. 1025647[/snapback] Mine still has the plastic on the metal bits *grin* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
classics Posted February 28, 2006 Share Posted February 28, 2006 What about replacements for the metal strip? Does best or b&c still have those for sale? Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bones Posted March 2, 2006 Share Posted March 2, 2006 I believe best has them. Bought the metal strip for a 2600jr from them a while back, makes for a nice looking console now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
okto Posted March 24, 2006 Share Posted March 24, 2006 What's Best's URL? There's a 7800 case on eBay at the moment: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...me=STRK:MEWA:IT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bones Posted March 26, 2006 Share Posted March 26, 2006 What's Best's URL? There's a 7800 case on eBay at the moment: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...me=STRK:MEWA:IT Here's the link for Best Electronics. If it's not on the site just give Brad a call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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