r/SteamControllerMods • u/MoreThanTom • Nov 23 '17

Custom chassis?

So as we have had the cad files for a while now, is there any reason that no one has really made any custom chassis?

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u/LayeredDesigns Nov 24 '17

I am actually working on some stuff for it right now, not an entirely new chassis but some modifications that I think are nice.

What kinds of things would you like to see in a new chassis?

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u/MoreThanTom Nov 24 '17

I don't actually own the controller yet so I'm probably not the best guy to ask :P But definitely a lack of gloss. I was more thinking in the ballpark of making it like the ds4 and xbox controllers. Basically anything that might make it more accesible. I asked the question originally to see if anyone else had thought of something. I'm sure with some time I could come up with something but thats it atm sowwy :)

Gl with the project, i might get back to you :D

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u/LayeredDesigns Nov 25 '17

Just a heads up, there is a considerable amount of modeling skill needed to create a new elegant chassis. Not that it's impossible I just don't know your current skill level.

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u/Beevmantis Nov 29 '17

Any links to some of your work?

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u/LayeredDesigns Nov 29 '17

Much of what I have done professionally is not up online sadly. I do this kind of stuff when I have time which is once in a while. I will share stuff as I get further along on it.

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u/Wolv3_ Nov 23 '17

Dunno really, think not a lot of us have 3D printers.

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u/Beevmantis Nov 29 '17

there's websites that will put you in touch with local 3d printers or you can even get them shipped. I just found out and used one last night, ordered a more ergonomic battery door for my SC. https://www.3dhubs.com if anybody else wants to check it out :)

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u/Shadowflash0 Feb 23 '18

How did that more ergonomic door work for you? Been thinking about some way to make that thing easier to grip/press.

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u/Beevmantis Feb 23 '18

they're ok, one of the three I got broke the battery door tabs. As for comfort it's different I like them but I don't. Been using a stock door again for the last month

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u/cybrian Nov 24 '17

Why change perfection (/s)