CM QFR Top Case Customization

[Gupgup]

Hello everyone! This is a new topic moved from this one.

This is being held so that people can get a Custom Case for either their QFR/Phantom/Filco.

I just got off the phone with the painter and he said with combined sanding and painting he would probably charge $15 per keyboard top cover.

I think that is pretty fair considering you pretty much have to sand the insides of the frame by hand.

Anywho, I'm also allowing people to just buy a CM QFR Case by itself, no customizing involved(Although I encourage you to get it painted, they're going to look amazing)

I know the prices are missing a lot of things, but you can get a rough estimate and I will fill the things missing in a couple of days hopefully. Also, I wanted to get this thread out there so we can start getting a mind for what colors we would like. Keep in mind that there will be a very small price divvied out throughout all orders for the price of the paint.

Update: No longer taking orders for non-painted cases due to the fact that we need a minimum amount of painted ones so it is worth the painters time to him. Took effect April 17 20:37

Will get cases in sometime next week, and have a painted case only a few days after! I will post pictures of process and what not!

I will be invoicing once I have a picture of the final product and everyone is happy with it, if you aren't you may cancel your order obviously :/ I don't want to invoice prematurely and have people not like the outcome. I know it is just a "painted case" but I'd like everyone to be satisfied with it.


Gupgup

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Breakdown of Costs:

Price of case from CM: $13.5/Case

Price to ship from CM to me: $.5

Price of Paint: $3

Price of Sanding/Painting: $15 per keyboard and $10 for the second

Price of Me shipping to You: $3.78 shipped First Class CONUS / $13.36 shipped internationally

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Please fill out the form below if you are interested in either just a normal QFR Case or if you would like it customized!

HERE

Gupgup: 1 x Blue Painted

zooloo: 1 x White Painted - Paid

realex: 1 x Red Painted - Paid

keeganhenry: 1 x Stock Black  -   Paid

Strafe: 1 x Stock Black, 2 x White Painted - Paid

whiskeytango: 1 x Stock Black  -  Paid

elee31: 1 x Stock Black, 1 x White Painted - Paid

usopia: 1 x Stock Grey, 1 x Stock Black - Paid

affect656: 1 x White Painted, 1 x Red Painted - Paid

xavierblak: 1 x White Painted, 1 x Red Painted - Paid

Naokira: 1 x Red Painted - Invoiced

dadgh: 1 x Stock Black  -  Paid

phinix: 1 x White Painted - Paid

latin00032: 1 x White Painted - Paid

lighthouse1: 1 x White Painted - Paid

mushupork: 1 x Light Blue Painted, 1 x White Painted - Paid

akuji13: 1 x Red Painted, 1 x White Painted - Paid

xauser: 1 x Red Painted, 1 x White Painted - Invoiced

Please check and see if the above ^ is correct.


There are 3 Cases up for grabs still, if anyone else is interested.

Also, the only ones that have been invoiced are ones that are CONUS and only ordered stock cases.

[aggiejy]

CM sells those cases in bulk? Nice!  Just need to get the pricing update and some shipping estimates, and I might be in for some for my phantoms.

[Gupgup]

CM sells those cases in bulk? Nice!  Just need to get the pricing update and some shipping estimates, and I might be in for some for my phantoms.

Yeah they do! I contacted their CM Rep and he is giving some pretty good deals. Should have done this when they first came out

And awesome! Fill out the form


Gupgup

[phx]

what type of paint will you be using?
also, any pictures of current painted covers?

[Gupgup]

what type of paint will you be using?
also, any pictures of current painted covers?

I will know that for sure by tomorrow hopefully, but it is very similar to the type of paint used on Front Doors in homes, not identical but similar.

I haven't had a case done professionally before by this guy, so no :/


Gupgup

[keeganzero]

Which color unpainted cases will you be ordering? The grey one or the black one?

Also, I'm assuming this are unbranded ones?

[dreamingftw]

Which color unpainted cases will you be ordering? The grey one or the black one?

Also, I'm assuming this are unbranded ones?

Not sure if that would matter since they will be sanding and painting them right?

[keeganzero]

Which color unpainted cases will you be ordering? The grey one or the black one?

Also, I'm assuming this are unbranded ones?

Not sure if that would matter since they will be sanding and painting them right?

There is also the option to order a non-painted one

[BornEvil]

Hi m8

I've given it a bit of thought, and my most wanted color would be silver. You think it can be done? I would think that this color would be very popular.

[cgbuen]

Would it be possible at all to send you (branded/unbranded) covers we already own just for the painting service?

[WhiteFireDragon]

For clarification, is this the complete case? Meaning both top cover and bottom piece? As far as I know, CM only sells replacement top covers, not the bottom piece. Phantom requires the bottom piece too.

[Johan]

It says top case in the title.

[WhiteFireDragon]

lol herp derp.

So then it's just a replacement cover, not a full case. Won't work for phantom.

[bazemk1979]

lol herp derp.

So then it's just a replacement cover, not a full case. Won't work for phantom.

that's what I thought, without the bottom plate how you are suppose to install your phantom..........

[tp4tissue]

lol herp derp.

So then it's just a replacement cover, not a full case. Won't work for phantom.

that's what I thought, without the bottom plate how you are suppose to install your phantom..........

You do a massive dollop of hot glue

and then just carve a rectangular base outta the blob you just epic-ally put down... epically...

how hard can this be... master of the rectangle.

[Gupgup]

You take the bottom plate of your QFR case and the top of this, I'm pretty certain that you just have to file down a standoff in the bottom plate and it works.

[Gupgup]

Would it be possible at all to send you (branded/unbranded) covers we already own just for the painting service?

Yeah it would, just put 0 and 0 for the cases you'd like and I'll write it down.

Thanks!


Gupgup

[usopia]

Which color unpainted cases will you be ordering? The grey one or the black one?

Also, I'm assuming this are unbranded ones?

this! what color has the regular case?

[zoolzoo]

Well I filled out a form.

[Gupgup]

Little update, we can get the cases on either black or grey!

Also, the branding is just on the backside, none on the topside.


Gupgup

[BornEvil]

Just an idea, would you be able to drill 2 holes for the caps and scroll LED? I was thinking of something like a 1-2mm hole like the WASD v2.

I could do it myself when my case arrives but it would be better if done before the paint job.

I will fill out the form once I make sure how many I need.

[tricheboars]

for colors i would love to see:

sky blue
turquoise
periwinkle/lavender

[realex]

vote for red alert/klaxon red, glossy finish

[csimi]

Is there a possibility of full cases (both top and bottom)?

[tricheboars]

Is there a possibility of full cases (both top and bottom)?

as someone who has painted a QFR i think the top case painted is all you need. also it is kind of cool having a two tone case. i painted my top cover a peach like pink and it looks ab fab with my CCnG caps.

[keeganzero]

Little update, we can get the cases on either black or grey!

Also, the branding is just on the backside, none on the topside.


Gupgup

How would one go about filling out the form to get a stock blank one (unpainted)?

Looking forward to be part of these group buy, been wanting to change the color of my QFR 

[Gupgup]

Little update, we can get the cases on either black or grey!

Also, the branding is just on the backside, none on the topside.


Gupgup

How would one go about filling out the form to get a stock blank one (unpainted)?

Looking forward to be part of these group buy, been wanting to change the color of my QFR 

There is an option for a stock one, I'll have to PM personally what color, grey or black, you'd like when the time comes.


Gupgup

[keeganzero]

Little update, we can get the cases on either black or grey!

Also, the branding is just on the backside, none on the topside.


Gupgup

How would one go about filling out the form to get a stock blank one (unpainted)?

Looking forward to be part of these group buy, been wanting to change the color of my QFR 

There is an option for a stock one, I'll have to PM personally what color, grey or black, you'd like when the time comes.


Gupgup

Sounds good, I'll put in my order now. Thanks for doing this 

[Gupgup]

It looks like for a 3.2 oz case shipped CONUS it will be around $11.30 for Priority. Does that seem correct?

[tricheboars]

can we go cheaper than priority?

[Gupgup]

can we go cheaper than priority?

Hmm.. I'll have to go to the post office to be sure.

You can never know for sure with this USPS website, but I could be wrong.


Gupgup

[cgbuen]

I was thinking, as I'm still considering signing up/sending the one I already have.. would a big bubble mailer could be safe enough and work? Not sure if size #5 fits, #6 seems like it would.

[stoic-lemon]

Is it possible to change the switches on this board? I want one with blues but it only comes with red, black, or browns in a Japanese layout.

[realex]

Is it possible to change the switches on this board? I want one with blues but it only comes with red, black, or browns in a Japanese layout.

questions like this obviously don't belong in a group buy thread, but anyway, you can of course change the switches on a qfr. it requires (de-)soldering and plate mounted switches to replace them. you can find tutorials on how to do this on youtube.

[stoic-lemon]

Is it possible to change the switches on this board? I want one with blues but it only comes with red, black, or browns in a Japanese layout.

questions like this obviously don't belong in a group buy thread, but anyway, you can of course change the switches on a qfr. it requires (de-)soldering and plate mounted switches to replace them. you can find tutorials on how to do this on youtube.

Yeah, sorry. I understand it's not the best place, but it has a bearing on whether I join the buy or not. Thanks for answering.

[Gupgup]

OP updated with more accurate costs

[stoic-lemon]

I'm afraid an unexpected price increase in another GB has forced me to bow out of this one. My apologies.

[Gupgup]

Right now we've got:

7 people that want regular cases (No painting)
9 people that want custom cases (Painting)

Red:5
White:5
Green:2
Purple:1
Blue:1
Pink:1

I like it so far, lets get some more though. The customs are going to be awesome!

[Orca]

will u ship to Singapore? If Yes, whats the total prize for a regular cover.

thanks...

[tototo]

Is there any reference image of what the painted case looks like?

[Gupgup]

will u ship to Singapore? If Yes, whats the total prize for a regular cover.

thanks...

I'm really not sure right now, go ahead and fill out the form and if it is too much for you when the time comes then no big deal.

Is there any reference image of what the painted case looks like?

Yes, sorry I've been so busy with the CCnG Group Buy that I haven't had the chance to take a picture. This is one that I painted myself, the ones painted in this GB will look much better!



Keep the orders coming, I'm going to close this soon and start it. Any cases left over will be sold in my classifieds thread!


Gupgup

[Gupgup]

Hey everyone, I talked to the painter today and he thought he'd offer a little bonus. If you order 2 custom cases he'll paint the second one for $5 dollars off, so only $25 for two rather than $30 for two.

Also, I'll be PMing everyone that ordered a custom case right now and get to deciding on three colors. I'm thinking right now that red and white are for sure, and either purple or pink for the third color? Let me know what you think.


Gupgup

[phinix]

I would love to buy one painted in retro/cream color. Something like Amiga or Commodore.
Would it be possible?
Would you be able to ship to UK?

Color something like this one on photo:


Some call it a cream, some call it off-white, or light grey...

[Gupgup]

I would love to buy one painted in retro/cream color. Something like Amiga or Commodore.
Would it be possible?
Would you be able to ship to UK?

Color something like this one on photo:

Show Image

Some call it a cream, some call it off-white, or light grey...

I don't think this cream color would really be possible :/

Right now red and white are in for sure, I'm working on getting samples back for actual color codes, and either Purple Blue or Pink will be the last option.

I am also going to order 15 grey and 15 black cases, so when the time comes (for the people ordering a normal case) you'll have the option of either. There is a total of 8 cases that will be sold just as a non-painted case, the rest will be sanded and painted!

Hope to get the Top Covers purchased by Friday.

Will update accordingly!


Gupgup

[phinix]

I don't think this cream color would really be possible :/

Right now red and white are in for sure, I'm working on getting samples back for actual color codes, and either Purple Blue or Pink will be the last option.

I am also going to order 15 grey and 15 black cases, so when the time comes (for the people ordering a normal case) you'll have the option of either. There is a total of 8 cases that will be sold just as a non-painted case, the rest will be sanded and painted!

Hope to get the Top Covers purchased by Friday.

Will update accordingly!


Gupgup

pink and purple.. jeez people, why do you want these colors I will never understand...

OK, so how much for just a case, I think I may take grey one.
Shipped to UK (Scotland)? Around $30 incl postage?

[cancelx]

I don't think this cream color would really be possible :/

Right now red and white are in for sure, I'm working on getting samples back for actual color codes, and either Purple Blue or Pink will be the last option.

I am also going to order 15 grey and 15 black cases, so when the time comes (for the people ordering a normal case) you'll have the option of either. There is a total of 8 cases that will be sold just as a non-painted case, the rest will be sanded and painted!

Hope to get the Top Covers purchased by Friday.

Will update accordingly!


Gupgup

pink and purple.. jeez people, why do you want these colors I will never understand...

OK, so how much for just a case, I think I may take grey one.
Shipped to UK (Scotland)? Around $30 incl postage?

I think that they 'stand out' more compared to black/beige ones, you can't buy stock kb in these colours

[Gupgup]

Quick question, would the people that are just ordering a normal case be able to pay up-front? I'm running a little low on funds as I am paying out of pocket to start this and every little bit would help me to purchase the cases/paint!

[affect656]

I'd be willing to pay for my whole order now if you'd take it

[Gupgup]

I'd be willing to pay for my whole order now if you'd take it

Thanks! I thought about it and I'll just wait til you guys can see the final product.

On another note, all people that have a order filled out have been PMd, either asking for their color for their non-painted case or the color for their painted case! Please reply ASAP and I'll get it all written down!

Thanks everyone!


Gupgup

[phinix]

I don't think this cream color would really be possible :/

Right now red and white are in for sure, I'm working on getting samples back for actual color codes, and either Purple Blue or Pink will be the last option.

I am also going to order 15 grey and 15 black cases, so when the time comes (for the people ordering a normal case) you'll have the option of either. There is a total of 8 cases that will be sold just as a non-painted case, the rest will be sanded and painted!

Hope to get the Top Covers purchased by Friday.

Will update accordingly!


Gupgup

pink and purple.. jeez people, why do you want these colors I will never understand...

OK, so how much for just a case, I think I may take grey one.
Shipped to UK (Scotland)? Around $30 incl postage?

can you tell me how much for a case only including postage to UK?