Call for help: Please tell me why I shouldn't buy this cab

galfordo · Apr 10, 2004

Ok - just spotted this one on ebay. It's probably the closest one I'll find around here. Do you guys see any obvious problems with it?

MVS 2-slot cab

chris1 · Apr 10, 2004

galfordo said:
Ok - just spotted this one on ebay. It's probably the closest one I'll find around here. Do you guys see any obvious problems with it?

MVS 2-slot cab

I like it..I've looked at that pics in the auction a few times and the cab is nice in my eyes..
It's a nice conversion..

I never like when the game screen shots are taken from a website and don't show the actual games on screen..
IMO/Somethings I think they do that to hide burn in or a crappy monitor.
But if your picking it up you can see it in person..
(Or I'd just ask a lot of questions)

I like the cab in general and I'd buy it...The control panel layout is good and you can change the sticker overlay over and over if you like.(Even though It doesn't need to be changed)

StealthLurker · Apr 10, 2004

I dunno man.... wait a bit and add a bit more money and get something you REALLY want. You shouldn't have to have people convince you to like a cab.

galfordo · Apr 10, 2004

StealthLurker said:
I dunno man.... wait a bit and add a bit more money and get something you REALLY want. You shouldn't have to have people convince you to like a cab.

Nah I do like it alot - I'd prefer a 25" monitor but that's kind of a minor gripe. The reason the post title reads the way it does is because I really shouldn't be dropping 300 bucks or so and then spending the weekend travelling down to SC to pick it up. I guess it wouldn't kill me though

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GunstarHero · Apr 10, 2004

Good luck dude. Will you be selling your AES stuff if you get this?

galfordo · Apr 10, 2004

GunstarHero said:
Good luck dude. Will you be selling your AES stuff if you get this?

Probably not - you still lusting after my Strikers 1945+

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BIG · Apr 10, 2004

Nice..

Although I'm a Candy man,myself,the sight of an American MVS cab does bring back fond memories...

If you like American cabs,I'd say,go for it.

galfordo · Apr 10, 2004

B.I.GPSYCHE said:
Nice..

Although I'm a Candy man,myself,the sight of an American MVS cab does bring back fond memories...

If you like American cabs,I'd say,go for it.

I just might do that, sir

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SHO · Apr 10, 2004

if it is close to you... go get it man... these chance don't come up often... and it looks nice

i wish there is one for auction near my area

OmegaSaber · Apr 10, 2004

I'd jump on it if I was searching for one. Definately one of the nicer looking conversions I've seen on ebay, especially for that price.

galfordo · Apr 10, 2004

Oh my poor bank account .... :oh_no:

Kiel · Apr 11, 2004

Don't do it!

A better one will come around eventually, a real big red no conversions.

SNKJorge · Apr 11, 2004

Spike said:
Don't do it!

A better one will come around eventually, a real big red no conversions.

Exactly my thoughts, specially for you Galfordo, you seem to
like the good things. Wait for a nice Original Big Red to appear
in your area. I waited about two years for a big red to appear
on ebay here on this side of the country, and when it did I
used BIN on it. GoodLuck. :buttrock:

galfordo · Apr 11, 2004

xtoo_short20x said:
Exactly my thoughts, specially for you Galfordo, you seem to
like the good things. Wait for a nice Original Big Red to appear
in your area. I waited about two years for a big red to appear
on ebay here on this side of the country, and when it did I
used BIN on it. GoodLuck.

Thanks, man. You're right I do like nice things

. Anyway, I think you guys have convinced me to hold out awhile longer. My bank acct. thanks you.

Oh well, the 19" monitor would've probably left me feeling inadequate anyway

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NGT · Apr 11, 2004

OmegaSaber said:
I'd jump on it if I was searching for one. Definately one of the nicer looking conversions I've seen on ebay, especially for that price.

that's for damn sure!! I have seen some fucked up conversions on ebay lately,lol..

I say go for it!

Sundance · Apr 11, 2004

galfordo said:
Thanks, man. You're right I do like nice things . Anyway, I think you guys have convinced me to hold out awhile longer. My bank acct. thanks you.

Oh well, the 19" monitor would've probably left me feeling inadequate anyway .

I think its for the better also. It was a nice conversion but i don't like the button layout, prolly cuz i have big hands. Another thing i noticed wast the close proximity of the 1 and 2 player layout. You'd be constantly bumping your 2nd player and vice-versa. Better to hold-out for a nice MVS-4-25 and get both a 25 in monitor and better, roomier layout for 2 players.

galfordo · Apr 11, 2004

Sundance said:
I think its for the better also. It was a nice conversion but i don't like the button layout, prolly cuz i have big hands. Another thing i noticed wast the close proximity of the 1 and 2 player layout. You'd be constantly bumping your 2nd player and vice-versa. Better to hold-out for a nice MVS-4-25 and get both a 25 in monitor and better, roomier layout for 2 players.

Yeah, I think you're right. It's definitely a pretty nice conversion, but it's probably a bad idea to put all this cash and effort (4 hour drive + truck rental) into something that's almost what I want.

SuperGunGuru · Apr 12, 2004

I'd say wait also. For about the same price, some friends of mine got a dedicated 2 slot at an auction. Patience can be well rewarded.

Big Shady · Apr 12, 2004

StealthLurker said:
I dunno man.... wait a bit and add a bit more money and get something you REALLY want. You shouldn't have to have people convince you to like a cab.

I agree with that statement. The cab is nice, but if you are on fence about it, wait until something you really want comes on by.

galfordo · Apr 12, 2004

Big Shady said:
I agree with that statement. The cab is nice, but if you are on fence about it, wait until something you really want comes on by.

Yeah - I decided to hold off. I think it will turn out to be for the best.

subcons · Apr 12, 2004

Although I love my dedicated four slot, I really wish I just had a Candy Cab. That's like the all-in-one. Rotatable monitor. Neo-Geo + vertical shmup bliss... *drool* At the time it's exactly what I wanted. Now I'll probably just end up owning both once I get my hands on a Candy.

Point being--don't settle for what you don't want.

chris1 · Apr 12, 2004

galfordo said:
Yeah - I decided to hold off. I think it will turn out to be for the best.

Hmm..Ended at $330.99 ..I think it's the second time that cab was listed ending the first time with no bids.

I don't think that's a bad price to pay due to it being a "two slot" and in pick up distance.
but,..I understand why you waited and that was a good call..
I thought the cab would end at a lesser price.

I paid a little below $400.00 for my Big Red (pick up)
And I didn't want to settle for anything else..

I wonder if the winning bidder (zero feedback) is within pick up distance ..for the ending cost and shipping is ..(((Freight Company. ESTIMATES: Palleting/Packing Fee: $40. PLUS Shipping: Should cost $150 - $350 depending on where you live.))

Whew,now that's a bit of money to spend on a conversion.

Good Luck..galfordo

How far are you willing to travel to get a cab..?

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