What case is best for modding?

BrownyGaming · 12 Apr 2016 at 18:03

Hey people,
I am looking into building a fully customised PC case. I am after one that you can completely strip down and customise yourself, I mean literally take everything out. Also, as I do not have the skills or tools to be able to build my own parts, I need the parts to be easily available to purchase.

Basically I want to put in customised switches for the on/off button, add LCD screens and etc. In short, a fully/completely customisable case.

I know I am not picky or anything

Thanks for your help.

Digital X · 13 Apr 2016 at 01:52

Parvum Systems come to mind, although you can build it from the ground up theoretically.

Caselabs is another, but very expensive.

atomic7431 · 13 Apr 2016 at 12:45

not sure if its to your tastes but what about the Thermaltake X5 in green or black

ttaskmaster · 13 Apr 2016 at 13:53

If you want everything 100% custom, I'd say you are either looking at acquiring the tools and skills to DIY or paying someone to build it for you.
I don't think there really is a LEGO option as a middleground... or at least not one I know of, else I'd have gone that route myself.

Do consider trying it yourself, though - A bit of knowledge, a few salvaged components and a few tools (Dremel FTW) is often all you need. Even I didn't find it especially hard and I'm a complete klutz with these things!

Glanza · 13 Apr 2016 at 16:08

Build your own out of wood possibly a option?

TerabyteMike · 14 Apr 2016 at 07:00

What about a bitfenix shinobi

Psypher5 · 14 Apr 2016 at 08:37

parvum will make anything if you pay them?

uncle_rufus · 14 Apr 2016 at 09:42

What about the Phanteks Enthoo Pro? The entire case comes completely to bits easily (all of the frame and panels are fixed with screws rather than rivets, so no drilling required to get the whole thing apart)

BrownyGaming · 17 Apr 2016 at 08:57

Thanks for all the responses guys! Had a look at all the ones mentioned. http://www.caselabs-store.com/ does anyone know if there is a UK version of this store? Looks like a good one for what I need but does not seem to be operating in the UK.

Cooper · 17 Apr 2016 at 12:16

What size case are you after?

The Raijintek Metis MiniITX case has no rivets in its construction, just screws, so you can basically completely dismantle it for modding.

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/raijintek-metis-windowed-red-mini-itx-case-ca-006-rt.html