Boinker Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 Well my first and only disappointment "knock on wood" with my coolermast haf 932 was the wheels that were included with the case broke upon first use on thin carpet. A disapointment yes, But a great opertunity to modify a bit. Soo. here we go. To start, I purchased some wheels from ace hardware. I could not find a wheel that could fit upon the original wheels Holes but thats ok.... I can make my own. note that they are good for DIY parts, metals, hardware ect ect. the wheels I bought are a one central bolt type and are disigned for rolling chairs or something fairly heavy. After I got a hold of the hardware I needed I took the case down to the bone. WHen you do anything that may involve metal shaving, just take it apart all the way. After that You will need to drill the holes. I sized them up a hair small then filed all the flashings off to better my chances of a level case when I was finished. this is what you wind up with. After thats performed you will likely need to cut the wheel's bolts excessive threads. and chances are your going to need to cut case parts for clearance. If you look at the picture you can see where I had to cut up the power supply stand on both sides to make clearance for the large bolts. I also had to cut the hardrive cage a little on the cases right side but I couldn't get a good picture. After you have cut the bolts and installed them you should winde up with this sort of assembly After fully installing the Guts. 'SHRUG' And please be sure you purchase locking wheels, if not for locking wheels the case would be sitting on the floor and not the table. And you continue overclocking at about 2:00 in the morning on a work night..... see Bishop245 in background "I found HIM" Its tons of fun to modify cases in my experience. But this one is all useful. Just due to the Simple fact I can roll my case out of the way when I want to vacuum or transport it. It also helps air get underneath the case and make more airflow. enjoy. hope this help or encourages someone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
d0w0rk24 Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 neat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voltes_5 Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 I did that mod a while back, just smaller casters, I had those same once for my desk but did not put them on. I tried them on my case and they were too high. You're right, the wheels make it easier to clean the areas around the case. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Smith Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 Great, although I would have used wheels with a metal frame like in the picture above ^. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkrow21 Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 Looks awesome, but I couldn't help and think about the last picture; wouldn't it suck so much if it just slid off the desk? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voltes_5 Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 (edited) Looks awesome, but I couldn't help and think about the last picture; wouldn't it suck so much if it just slid off the desk? The front actually did roll off once while I was in the process of cleaning the rear side the desk, but it only got as far as 4 inches off the desk. The back is heavier where a 240mm rad is mounted, LOL. Edited October 31, 2009 by Voltes_5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boinker Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 (edited) I cannot remember if I mentioned it But i did put on some wheels that lock in place, just to keep it where I want it. Plus that Haf 932 is stupid tall to begin with so it is only another 1.5 inches taller now. And I can sit on it without breaking the case or wheels, so the casters are plenty strong. Edited October 31, 2009 by boinker Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverfox Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 Dude! Bishop! ! (nice mod btw) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJCRO Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 LOL, I know this problem before I bought my 922, I just make sure when i move my case that I'm really careful to not break the feet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
j2t Posted November 3, 2009 Posted November 3, 2009 Have the wheels gotten weaker or something because I have rolled my 932 all over the place and haven't broken them yet *knock on wood* Nice job on the mod btw Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boinker Posted November 5, 2009 Posted November 5, 2009 I guess I have thick carpet or something. Oh well. I can sit on it so its all good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bishop245 Posted November 5, 2009 Posted November 5, 2009 hi all yup thats me at my desk goofing off on the laptop while my build was done before his no modding on mine. We do our modding where i work so we have access to all kinds of saws drills torch plasma cutter ect... As to wheel breakage i have the cooler master stacker original and the wheels broke the first time they were rolled on concrete so it is the next mod project for me to follow in boink boinks foot steps maybe next week if i go buy the stuff lol and my brother stays sober long enuff to carry that heavy rig to my truck for me since my back is in very bad condition nowdays Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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