I decided to gut the vectra case and only use the mobo fastening area and PSU's backplate from the case. All that plastic and thin sheet metal make a lot of resonation even with just the HDDs and DVD drive.

I visited my parents at the countryside so I had the possibility to plasma cut the case into convenient pieces. Then grinded them to remove the sharp edges.

Also decided the idea of the new case. L-profile steel frame and rubber plates as cover. I'll see what Else I can find from my dad's stashes next time I go and visit him.

Starting point.


Cutting. That's my dad holding the guide.


What's left from the case. I'm not sure if I use the PSU plate, but it's good to have just in case.


A closeup of the cut. See how little heat there was. Even that plastic bracket I forgot to remove didn't take that more damage.


Thanks to my little brother for taking the pics.