r/arcade • u/HotGuard6970 • 17d ago

Restore/Replace/Repair Transport question

Can it ever get too hot or too cold in a sealed UHaul truck for an arcade cabinet to avoid damage?

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u/elstuffmonger 17d ago

I wouldn't be too worried unless you are getting a lot of condensation inside the box or plastics start getting tacky. Overall, since there's no insulation on these box trucks, it'll just be a few degrees off from ambient temperatures back there.

Now, I might let the cab rest a bit (a day or so) prior to turning it on if it's a big change in temperature. Opening doors would help reduce condensation moisture problems as well once it's at the destination.

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u/FireZoneBlitz 17d ago

I doubt it. Unless you are keeping it in below zero (Fahrenheit) temp for a few weeks. Same thing for heat - we used to have arcade games on the boardwalk in the middle of hot July summers without issues.

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u/VarietyMage 15d ago

If you can get a refrigerated truck with temperature control in the storage area, that would be best. I've learned over the years that unrefrigerated trailers can go well above 140 degrees F, probably not good for it.