Dreamcast case screws

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  1. Helicopter

    Helicopter Active Member

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    I have a DC in wich I put a lot of work - I installed region free bios, gdemu, retrobrighted it, soldered psu directly to the mobo etc. The only problem is I don't have any of the case screws for it.

    So, what should I look for? What is the name of those screws?
     
  2. Venatus Usque

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  3. LeHaM

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    The stock DC screws are small self tapping screws, they are pointed like wood screws.

    i can measure one if that helps
     
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    Venatus Usque Site Supporter 2014, 2015

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    Actually they are not self tapping screws and they are not pointed like wood screws. The DC uses thread cutting screws.

    If your going to provide measurements for the OP - make sure you use a screw thread gauge.
     
  5. LeHaM

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    Hmm I swear mine where like that hmmm
     
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