Make a Wall Mount Arcade
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TOOLS USED IN THIS VIDEO:
* DeWalt Jigsaw: amzn.to/3a7ca5w
* Woodpeckers T-Square 24 inch: amzn.to/3rHXaB1
* Circle Templates: amzn.to/3rIFNQv
* Forstner Bit set: amzn.to/374DOhu
* Saw Stop Table Saw: amzn.to/2NkNQUB
* Bostitch Brad Nailer: amzn.to/3p7mn65
* DeWalt 20v Router: amzn.to/3aZTQdX
* Router Slot Cutter Set: amzn.to/3qiB2Nu
* Pro caulking gun: amzn.to/2ZdZaVf
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* Vaughan SF12 Soft Hammer: amzn.to/3a8RQAM
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* DeWalt 20v Drill: amzn.to/3jH7g2j
* DeWalkt 20v Impact Driver: amzn.to/3tQNRRh
* Cricut Vinyl Cutter: amzn.to/3jMXTyc
CONSUMABLES USED IN THIS VIDEO:
* Double sided fabric tape: amzn.to/3qg7cJa
* 3M Super 77 spray adhesive: amzn.to/3tNOvPc
* 18 gauge brad nails: amzn.to/2Z4AH4Z
* DAP black caulking: amzn.to/2NmcLan
* Filler primer: amzn.to/2OkyXlM
* Flat white paint: amzn.to/2Z73oxZ
* Vinyl Assortment Pack: amzn.to/3aR1Hu6
Detailed article here with plans and parts lists:
www.thegeekpub.com/268009/mak...
I've been asked many times to design and build a wall mount arcade (or wall hanging arcade) over the years. Well you asked for it and here it is! I could not be more thrilled with how this one turned out either. Such a gorgeous arcade! I decided to go with a while and red theme on this one and wow it does not disappoint!
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@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
You asked for it and now it's here! The Geek Pub Wall Mount Arcade cabinet build! And I even painted a different color than black. I hope that you love this cabinet as much as I do. It's my new favorite arcade style!
@epicgamescorp Жыл бұрын
Do you think that the default control board in the plans for this build would be large enough to accommodate a 2-player 6 button configuration? Maybe by moving the coin and start buttons to the front?
@gocu54 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for fully narrating the process. I'm a totally blind viewer and I love how you and your bro describe things. Thanks again dude.
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@DanielMReck 3 жыл бұрын
I second this appreciation of your accesible and detailed narration.
@RyanSmith-hi2nv 3 жыл бұрын
Pardon my ignorance. How do you put comments on videos then?
@brodo1337swaggins 3 жыл бұрын
@@RyanSmith-hi2nv you can get special braille usb keyboards
@jasonlee3247 3 жыл бұрын
@@RyanSmith-hi2nv he’s blind, not fingerless 😐
@richardhipolito5495 2 жыл бұрын
"Battery powered handjobber"?! Lol amazing build Brother! Im going to use this template to create a challenge coin rack with rails for coins where the screen would normally go. Amazing instructions and tutorial 🤙🏽🙌🏽❤
@mortensteen 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing! Oh, and also: "Something for the grandkids." - **Hangs in on the wall, so the grandkids can't reach it** :D
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
They can reach it just fine.
@mortensteen 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheGeekPub Hehe, of course. :D Only joking. ;)
@davidgood840 Жыл бұрын
Load up some Ghosts and Goblins and watch those smiles dissappear! 🤣
@YllwNinja82 3 жыл бұрын
As a Canadian I approve of this white and red arcade unit! :D Good Work sir!
@Misserbi Жыл бұрын
I agree 100% with your tee shirt. I am a fan or follower of the 8 Bit Guy. That is where I found you. I liked the arcade game you made for your little brother. Super cool!
@RyanSmith-hi2nv 3 жыл бұрын
Always a good day when TheGeekPub publishes a video!
@dalenesbitt2491 2 жыл бұрын
Ohhh fancy man with his fancy pencil! Who can afford that?!
@colinshanta1001 2 жыл бұрын
Your brother sent me here. Cool build!
@Muldrf 3 жыл бұрын
I used a jigsaw and circular saw to cut out the parts for my Bartop Arcade out on my back steps using your plans. It was just fine. I did assembly in my basement with the cleats , glue and a brad gun which I already had. It would have been about as easy to predrill and use regular screws. I did pickup a slot cutting bit for the tmoulding from Harbor Freight and a cheaper Forstner bit from Amazon. You could skip the tmolulding, and ya you can use a even cheaper butterfly type drill bit. Two coats of spray can primer, two coats of spray paint and a coat of clear over it, all out in the back yard with light sanding between layers. It doesn't take a lot of fancy tools or a shop to put these together. I might have built this version over the bartop if it had been available at the time.
@leonzantvoort6201 3 жыл бұрын
This is a very nice box. And when you make it, it looks easy. Actually, you should speak of leftover material instead of scrap. That just sounds much better.
@bigrichc8265 3 жыл бұрын
Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change. Stephen hawking. Love the shirt. Nicely detailed video
@Dukefazon 3 жыл бұрын
No fancy tools are needed but I recommend having a router with a straight bit, it helps a lot. You don't even need a table saw or a bandsaw or anything that usually is needed for a nice square cut. There are many button layout designs out there, look them up. Decide how many buttons you want and go with a familiar arrangement (like Street Fighter for example). One thing to note is that you can't out the button holes too close to each other because they have an overhanging top and a nut from the underside.
@evocre8r 3 ай бұрын
Just completed my build. I customized the plans to fit a 27" monitor and two player controls. It's absolutely beautiful 😊
@Davjd_E 3 жыл бұрын
" All you need is a jigsaw and a pencil." I can't figure out how to get this spade bit to HELP! LOL
@nroc6206 3 жыл бұрын
All you need is a jigsaw and a pencil - uses a table saw and a drill
@jayrtck 2 жыл бұрын
Technically you can use the jigsaw to cutout all of the pieces that you need but you're right about the drill 😂
@MarkMcDaniel 2 жыл бұрын
Fair, a drill is important too. If you're broke, a cheap Black & Decker will do in a pinch. But, I'd drop a cool $100 bucks on a cheap Makita that will last a little longer.
@DarrLaw 2 жыл бұрын
Do you rely on friction and the backward tilt to keep the monitor from falling forward? Or do you use some miniature cleats on the front to keep it "locked in"? Thanks much, and love the build!
@maxd7228 3 жыл бұрын
The attention to detail. 👌
@NaCh0Ox 3 жыл бұрын
Great video and great work. Love the combination of woodworking and tec. Keep it up!
@francescodipalma5684 3 жыл бұрын
Man, that’s some piece of work, the result is impressive. Congratulations !
@bdanicky 2 жыл бұрын
You sir have skills 😁
@alfonsoafricano8415 3 жыл бұрын
Great job....
@mrennick 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting this! I’m building my first arcade in a box this weekend to become familiar with Raspberry Pi, Retropie and working with the controls. I’d like to build a larger machine after that. I was thinking a cocktail table, but this form factor might be an even better solution. Great points about the tools as well. There are lots of potential solutions. Tools can make things a little quicker and a bit more precise, but there are ways to get there with basic stuff as well.
@evocre8r 3 жыл бұрын
Yes!!!!! I've been waiting forever for this. I purchased tour plans for the full size arcade and finished the build a year ago. Can't wait to purchase these plans and get started. Thanks!!!!!
@DJeimaXe 2 жыл бұрын
*I was summoned here from your brother's video* . I never knew he had a brother for 3 years. Hellooooo
@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you back making videos again
@arbutuswatcher 3 жыл бұрын
That was very awesome. I genuinely wish I had a shop, so I could build some creations of my own. I'm slightly jealous, & very impressed. Keep up the good work!
@theexile4694 9 ай бұрын
I was wondering if something like this could just be done with a jig and some wood glue. You have confirmed and reinforced my belief. Thank you. Going to try making something like this now.
@valshaped Жыл бұрын
You're an awesome grandpa, dude.
@Shawario 3 жыл бұрын
Great video Mike! Happy New Year! Glad to see you back doing videos. Hope your doing well. I look forward to all the content you bring in 2021 and beyond!
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
Happy new year! I plan to be making a ton of content this year. Updates coming soon on what's going on, but it's all great stuff!
@Geeksmithing 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Mike! I have a arcade cab related build that I really need to move up the list, and this was a big help with motivation. Thanks! Btw, awesome shirt!
@ddelalca 3 жыл бұрын
Man - So glad you are back!
@swedenfrommycam 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a fun and cool Vlog!
@dubsskyline Ай бұрын
I noticed that on the small buttons if you flip the locking ring the opposite way it catches the button much better Saving you from back boring.
@timuhler8121 3 ай бұрын
Nice work thumbs 👍
@felixgertrude9311 3 жыл бұрын
Love the design. My dad and I build a full size arcade behemoth with a CRT many years ago and the size was one of our biggest complaints. Do you have a cost breakdown for this project?
@ahmedp800 3 жыл бұрын
This is super Cool!
@aualdrich 3 жыл бұрын
This is so cool! Can't wait to build this as my first arcade cabinet :) Thanks for sharing!
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
Good luck!
@aualdrich 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheGeekPub Is it possible to tweak the cabinet size to fit a 19” monitor?
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
@@aualdrich Sure.
@mbf6160 Жыл бұрын
Awesome sir 🤙🏾
@SteveCarmichael 3 жыл бұрын
Ooh, I like this one a lot! I still haven't tried making one of these. Wasn't sure where I would put one, but I think this wall mounted one would be perfect. I just got a Cricut and can't stop making logo tshirts. lol
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
Go for it! You could use that cricut for some cool gfx!
@yourdailylog3832 2 жыл бұрын
Imagine a large bar full of these 😎💕🍕🍻
@TheGeekPub 2 жыл бұрын
I believe they call that place "Free Play". :-)
@AVRCgarage 3 жыл бұрын
Nice project, i will built one for my pandora box.
@POkErr-od6ni 3 жыл бұрын
Nice to see you again! Nice work again, and even if you say it is easy, it is not :) . At least for the first build... the machine that I Build is a portable one, but it is not that perfect. Anyway stay healthy and enjoy your wonderful family. Regards from Berlin
@KLFaber 2 жыл бұрын
Liked, commented and subscribed. You had me when I saw the grandkids playing with your creation.
@doro4414 Жыл бұрын
This is beautifull
@glufke 3 жыл бұрын
He is back! :-)
@kibagami25 2 жыл бұрын
I so want to make this.
@NicMG 3 жыл бұрын
Coolest granddad ever!
@jordiaprende9235 3 жыл бұрын
Greatest !
@automaton20 3 жыл бұрын
Love the content! Watched your new electronics workshop video and said hmm this guy reminds me of the 8-bit guy. Halfway through oh yeah that's why 😂.
@Elixir-re8yl Жыл бұрын
new to your channel love your work. I love retro games specially arcade . SF2 and TMNT are my first played games on arcade.
@juliolopez-neves4679 3 жыл бұрын
I like the red color.
@codeguppy 3 жыл бұрын
You have nice building skills. I also have in plans to build a mini-arcade cabinet for educational purposes! Probably will be weirdest use of a such cabinet but I believe will attract kids to coding in coding clubs / schools.
@jonathancook4022 3 жыл бұрын
Its been way too long since you released a video!!! Its been like missing a good friend!
@vanbloodmoon1 2 жыл бұрын
Loved your video I have been wanting to do this for some time. Free yourselfs, stop fancy tool tyranny.
@rolandgerard6064 3 жыл бұрын
My favorite part: the high five 😀👍
@steve_main 3 жыл бұрын
I have seen a few user videos use black primer before. If anyone can explain, when your final color is going to be white what would you use black primer wont that color bleed through to the white? Would it not make more sense to use a white primer?
@retroconsole_ Жыл бұрын
You still got a lot of space on the control pannel...you could have put in a trackball. One thing I like using raspberry pi is that it doesn't take up a lot of space and emits less heat and it requires less power than a pc. You could have put a coin receptor slot on the side. I like the coin-inserted sound in the arcade..it reminds of me of the old arcade machine.
@lacrossewieas2411 3 жыл бұрын
Cool
@mikemurphy8714 2 жыл бұрын
I'm so jealous that you have a Space Invaders cabinet in your bedroom.
@rancidbeef582 3 жыл бұрын
If using handheld power tools, having a few clamps to hold a straight edge as a guide for the tool would make much nicer cuts than free-handing it. Or at least that helps my shaky hands!
@richnava9528 3 жыл бұрын
damn it... I really want to build one of these
@usrunknown1465 3 жыл бұрын
🙂💙 Great, thanks!
@fkat1666 Жыл бұрын
I usually use stepper bits because I can slowly 🐌 do my buttons.
@BigDaddyRob1309 3 жыл бұрын
Have you ever incorporated a track ball into any of your builds? Was curious as to how complicated they are to configure?
@callum_monk 3 жыл бұрын
with retropie its pretty much plug and play, you will still need to configure sensitivity.. If you plan to install a spinner and trackball then you get some problems because mame sometimes picks the wrong device
@MrClockw3rk 2 жыл бұрын
I make a pre-built alternative @ Umbrella Arcades
@swedenfrommycam 2 жыл бұрын
Could you do vlog about Håkan Lans from Sweden and the first color display? Thanks for a very fun Vlog!
@Stone177 3 жыл бұрын
You are back.
@lukefisher1347 3 жыл бұрын
Love your arcade videos Do you have a shopping list for it?
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
Links in description.
@retroconsole_ Жыл бұрын
Since you have the stickers you could have put border frame around the monitor to cover the brand name of the monitor (Acer)..it just makes it more arcade-like.
@JJnATX 3 жыл бұрын
Nice video - btw your Stephen Hawking shirt is awesome.
@farerse 3 жыл бұрын
Nice job , only two minor suggestions.. maybe you could cover up the "Acer" logo to make everything look clean without brands? I also think the joystick screwheads would eventually scratch my hands .. I would rather see counter sunk screws .. other than that great result!
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
Yep. I plan to change those out to countersunk red anodized screws when I get a chance.
@MisterParadis13 2 жыл бұрын
I build all my projects with a small amount of tools from Walmart ,,get creative and think outside the box
@jayhays8267 Жыл бұрын
Jeez, even fancy tools to self-pleasurer! @13:13
@MaestroColby Жыл бұрын
One thing I have noticed, Mike is different from his brother. He, like his brother, have so much passion for technology. But mike has a lot more engineering skills, and in my opinion, a more happier personality
@steve_main 3 жыл бұрын
Are you related to the 8-bit guy by any chance? I swear I can hear his laugh and inflection in his voice and they are identical to yours! Amazing video and thanks for all the pro tips in it. Love those little nuggets of information! Cant wait till i can build a nice small shop right now my basement is my wood working shop!
@steve_main 3 жыл бұрын
@@DocLondom Common really? That is crazy if so.. what a small world KZfaq is!!
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
It is true.
@steve_main 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheGeekPub Maybe KZfaq recommend me your channel because of his.. haha well I have another channel I have subscribed to! Awesome cabinet!! Great video, your family is a wealth of information.
@author-r.e.mcdowell 2 жыл бұрын
With all your tools, how long does take to construct the wall mount arcade?
@Druman19 3 жыл бұрын
Holy crap at all the ads on this jewel.
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
Huh?
@Druman19 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheGeekPub Just lots of ads, haha.
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
@@Druman19 There are no ads in my videos.
@Druman19 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheGeekPub That's odd, they were popping up about every 5 min or so. You may check your settings, or if you have adblocker enabled they won't show for you. Love the content by the way :)
@ericandresen680 Жыл бұрын
Awesome build, but to defend this, you could just use hand saws as well, no machines needed at all :)
@chaddarcheezze 3 жыл бұрын
Chad from Savannah, Ga here! I was hooked on your brother page for quite some time now! I stumbled on to your page and MAN! I'm surprised you don't have more subscribers! Your channel is great! Love your humor also! Cheers! \m/ \m/
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
I don't make 1/100th the content. Not enough time.
@josesoto-ec2my 2 жыл бұрын
I new to your channel and I love how it came out. How much do charge for one those?
@rally8959 2 жыл бұрын
How do you decide how many buttons needed? By type of games you want?
@ShaneAddinall 2 жыл бұрын
I'm not woodworking guy, and have no desire to become one, I simply found a store that would supply and cut the boards for the cabinet. All I had to do was put it together.
@TheGeekPub 2 жыл бұрын
Would you mind telling us what you paid for them? We've been thinking for some time about selling the panels. I just figured the demand would be pretty low based on what I feel like we'd have to charge for them to make it worth it.
@thomasoo5726 3 жыл бұрын
27:48 they grow up so fast 😁
@Stone177 3 жыл бұрын
How do you setup a wireless controller to be player one? I have a two player arcade with joy sticks and button but most of the time I like to use my wireless controller. The wireless controller get pushed back to Player 3 and will not work unless I unplug the joy stick USB controllers.
@cubeflinger 7 ай бұрын
I want a battery powered hand jobber
@chrisb6865 2 жыл бұрын
Do you have a parts list of the items you used in this build (monitor, speakers, etc)?
@toddzino58 2 жыл бұрын
He does. In the plans. Go to his website (linked in description) to purchase them.
@bubbadmatt8124 3 жыл бұрын
Looks awesome, but I'm still gonna tease ya a little cause it's one that's just not been done yet which was said was gonna be done. COCKTAIL CAB!!!!
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
Definitely on my list!
@rc55uk 3 жыл бұрын
Ah look, it's the 16-bit Guy!
@epictetus4191 2 жыл бұрын
Супер!
@kcoop99 2 жыл бұрын
Is this monitor the only one that will work? I'm assuming any other one will need to have exact dimensions?
@TheGeekPub 2 жыл бұрын
Any monitor of similar dimensions should work fine.
@SeasickKhan 2 жыл бұрын
I’m in North Carolina. About an hour from Raleigh. I want an arcade cabinet more than I could say. I’ve wanted one since I was 6 heading to the mall to play at the arcade. Any suggestions on where to purchase one at a reasonable price???
@toddzino58 2 жыл бұрын
I’m in Charlotte. I suggest a flat pack cabinet off Etsy or eBay. If you need help beyond that, let me know.
@whogivesacrapaboutastupidc2313 2 жыл бұрын
Doing this with a jig saw would be an expensive exercise in futility unless you have the equipment necessary to correct the sloppy jig saw cuts.
@CelsoLuizFFernandes 2 жыл бұрын
What is the monitor model you are using?
@lukefisher1347 Жыл бұрын
How do I drill holes for the buttons if I don’t have the template
@GeoffreyCraig22 3 жыл бұрын
Mike, I noticed the Revolver Brewery sign in your office. Do you live near Granbury?
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
Yep. Fort Worth. I made that sign (no video).
@GeoffreyCraig22 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheGeekPub Me too! Small world. Thanks for making these videos so novices like myself can make arcade cabinets.
@Darkrenz0 2 жыл бұрын
Nice work! You put some good effort into explaining how to do things in an easy way with a great end result. One that I will give a go myself. Some constructive criticism though.... you really need to work on training the "ummms" out of your speaking, especially when making instructional videos. I could only get thru about 10 minutes before I had to turn the sound off.
@_Seagie 2 жыл бұрын
how did you mount it to the wall? that's what I wanted to see
@toddzino58 2 жыл бұрын
French cleat.
@nroc6206 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome build, but why are there 1p and 2p buttons but only one set of controls?
@TheGeekPub 3 жыл бұрын
Because you can have external controls for P2, and because some 2P games swap players on the same controls.
@dennisneo1608 3 жыл бұрын
BUT I DON'T HAVE A FANCY PAINT CAN!
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