2/21/02
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Well, I have made a few updateds to The Doughcade and thought I would share what I have done.

Control Panel
I wasn't quite happy with the layout of my first control panel.

Cons:

• I found that angling the controls to the left and right was awkward
• The player 1 button should never have been on the right right of the cabinet
• Having a credit button on only one side proved difficult during "Continue" type games.

Changes:
I constructed a brand new control panel from scratch and I believe it is the BEST design for my needs.

• Replaced the Black Happ trackball with a translucent red trackball. I am lighting it with a small 12V lamp from Radio Shack. This thing is cool!
• Corrected joystick angling - made them straight on.
• Changed button layout a bit.
• Replaced the Happ Ultimate Joysticks with Happ Super Joysticks. MAN WHAT A DIFFERENCE! The Supers feel so superior to the Ultimates.
• Flipped the trackball and spinner. Proved to be more comfortable and I didn't slam my hand on the 4 way when playing an agressive game of Golden Tee.
• Added a credit button on the left side
• Put a friction hinge on so I wouldn't have to prop it up when working on the guts

Cabinet

Changes:

• I installed drink holders. How can I get my drink-on without some good flip-down drink holders? You can find the drink holders HERE
• Modified the amplifier to mount to the side of tha cabinet. I extended the volume knob to the outside so controlling the volume is now a snap.