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| System Name | Adison "Open Space" 19 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Pentium II, 350MHz |
| Motherboard | Chaintech 6BTM, Slot 1 |
| Cooling | SECC Cartridge |
| Memory | 1x 64MB, PC100 |
| Video Card(s) | ATI Rage IIc AGP, Diamond Monster 3DII 12MB |
| Storage | BTC BCD-40XH, Quantum Fireball 3.5 Series, EX6.4 GB |
| Display(s) | LG StudioWorks 57M |
| Case | Adison Midi Tower, ATX |
| Audio Device(s) | Creative SoundBlaster 128 |
| Power Supply | Codegen 300W |
| Mouse | Genius SlimStar 110, PS/2 |
| Keyboard | Genius SlimStar 110, PS/2 |
| Software | Microsoft Windows 98 |
There you have it guys, enjoy! 
Still all wrapped up:
Comparison between the original case on the left (one of the two recent acquisitions) with the "new", freshly powder-coated one on the right. I find it very interesting that the color seems to be different from the original one, but then once you expose it to the light source it becomes almost identical! Original case has that matt, kinda tarnished finish where the new one is much shiner (but still within reason), and it looks absolutely gorgeous!
Same goes for the outer panels. At first glance, the newly painted case seems more beige, ivory than the original one (and feels smooth to the touch, almost plastic) where the original panels look brighter and have that sharp, bubbly paint texture. But actually, when you put them side by side they are pretty much identical. As for the paint texture, it looks sweet with its smooth finish, and it blends in perfectly!
Unfortunately, things couldn't go without unexpected problems... Due to the thicker coat of paint, I couldn't fit the motherboard tray hinges onto the main frame chassis. Therefore, while maneuvering the tray into position & slamming it into the hinges, I damaged the outer lip of the case frame, as seen on pics below. Still, the overall damage is minimal & shouldn't pose much of an issue and probably won't be visible as much once I put everything back together again ... I hope!
And to finish it off with "before & after" pics!
All in all, I find it very difficult - almost impossible to believe that only a month ago this used to be that hideous rust bucket, painted in blue
Still all wrapped up:
Comparison between the original case on the left (one of the two recent acquisitions) with the "new", freshly powder-coated one on the right. I find it very interesting that the color seems to be different from the original one, but then once you expose it to the light source it becomes almost identical! Original case has that matt, kinda tarnished finish where the new one is much shiner (but still within reason), and it looks absolutely gorgeous!
Same goes for the outer panels. At first glance, the newly painted case seems more beige, ivory than the original one (and feels smooth to the touch, almost plastic) where the original panels look brighter and have that sharp, bubbly paint texture. But actually, when you put them side by side they are pretty much identical. As for the paint texture, it looks sweet with its smooth finish, and it blends in perfectly!
Unfortunately, things couldn't go without unexpected problems... Due to the thicker coat of paint, I couldn't fit the motherboard tray hinges onto the main frame chassis. Therefore, while maneuvering the tray into position & slamming it into the hinges, I damaged the outer lip of the case frame, as seen on pics below. Still, the overall damage is minimal & shouldn't pose much of an issue and probably won't be visible as much once I put everything back together again ... I hope!
And to finish it off with "before & after" pics!
All in all, I find it very difficult - almost impossible to believe that only a month ago this used to be that hideous rust bucket, painted in blue
Though whether it'll actually let you crossfire is questionable.
