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V

ic McGuire found a diamond in the

rough when he set out to build his latest

mod. While browsing through a computer

store, he found a custom case with chrome-

plated front air grills in the junk pile and an

idea came to mind. After arduously sanding

the rust off the grills, Vic had the basis for

the HawgWild U.S.A.

The side of the case originally held an

8cm fan. Aft er a little work with a scroll

saw and a dremel, Vic created a window

to show off the rig’s parts.

RIG OF THE MONTH

ADVENTURES IN PC MODIFICATION

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BE A WINNER!

For submitting this month’s winning entry, Vic

has won a $250 gift certifi cate. To enter the Rig

of the Month contest, see the offi cial rules on

page 92.

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Vic purchased a model Harley, stripped it, painted it

to match the case, and planted it in the window.

After simulating

several paint designs

in Photoshop, Vic

decided on this black

and orange motif

with a hammered

metal fi nish as a

texture coat.

The difference is in the

details. These offi cial

emblems complete the

rig’s look.