Xtension Arcade Pedestal or Custom Pedestal?

[jcrowley30]

Hello All,

I was thinking of purchasing an Xtension Arcade Pedestal but the price comes to around $372 after shipping. Does anyone know any cheaper options or have any plans for something similar and how much something like this would cost to make on my own? Thanks in advance for any help.

Here is the link to it: http://www.recroommasters.com/Xtension_Arcade_Pedestal_Arcade_Cabinet_p/rm-xt-ped.htm

[TapeWormInYourGut]

I assume that you have the control panel already? Because that doesn't include the xarcade stick.

4x8 plywood is only like $20. 2, maybe just 1 would make that. Then paint and hardware to hold it together, probably $30-40 for those. Also tools if you don't have them, which would be your greatest cost. At the very least you would need a jig saw and sander.

So under 100 if you have tools. Someone might have plans, but look at that thing. If you can build a box then you should be able to build something like that. Personally I would not spend almost 400 for a plain cabinet and no controls.