No problem. I already commented back on Worklog 04 with links to the downloads mirrored on this site.

I’ll go back and update the complete guide with those links as well since quite a few people have been asking for it.

Donovan

I had my friend (who speaks and reads japanese) look on the website for the moves list and he couldn’t pinpoint it for me. Would there be anyway you could post the link of the .jpg for the Japanese moves list. I downloaded your Tatsunoko Vewlix artwork, really sweet!

I’m having a real hard time cutting out those rounded top pieces that go overtop of the marquee…I just can’t seem to get the rounded edges proportioned with the rest of the bar.

Was wondering how you cut those bad-boys out….and how much putty did you have to use to cover up any boo boos…

Thanks again man. Your project has been an insane inspiration.

I guess it would depend on what type of paint you used. In my opinion (after painting/lacquering 2 cabs), the lacquer is the most important part. It gives it an almost plastic feel. If you are building your own control panel, I’d say it’s crucial. Otherwise, after a few play sessions, the paint would start to rub off around the joystick and button area where your hands rub.

That being said, if you value your life, don’t lacquer it inside. It’s a very strong and toxic smell. I did it in my garage with the door closed (I was afraid dust would blow in) and could have passed out several times.

It’s looking really great. Of course work has picked up for me as well, or you’d see me posting more often.

Thanks for still visiting,
Donovan

How important do you find the Lacquer is to the finish? Does it improve the feel of the paint or is it just a sealant / protectant.

I put a few pieces together so you can see my progress.

Wouldn’t you know.. business triples as I start this project. I has really slowed things down.

Again.. HUGE thanks Donovan!

http://s645.photobucket.com/albums/uu171/mavenaz/?action=view&current=CIMG0028.jpg

Amazing work! Be sure to let me know when you’ve completed your cabinet (and have put photos of the finished product online). I’m planning to do a write up that points to everyone else who’s created their own Vewlix.

Visit my site every day? I feel even more pressure to update more often now.

Thanks!
Donovan

http://s116.photobucket.com/albums/o38/tbrownqb/Vewlix%20SF4/

I don’t recommend spray cans, you’d probably have to buy a whole case of them. I’m sure Home Depot has cans of Minwax Lacquer. This is what the can looks like: http://www.acohardware.com/uploaded/images/Minwax/lacquer.jpg

Except instead of a red label, the one I used was yellow, for Clear Semi Gloss.

Hope that helps,
Donovan