Filler plate wanted

[atrax27407]

Does anyone happen to have a black plastic 5.25" half-height filler plate that they would be willing to part with? If so, send me a PM.

[+OLD CS1]

I can.

[Omega-TI]

I originally wanted to go with just a face plate too, but found mounting issues to be a problem. I eventually went with one of

<< THESE >> and it works great. I did however install a larger screw in the side to prevent the drawer from opening.

It's pretty solid and has worked out great.

[atrax27407]

What kind of issues did you have? Was the filler plate not substantial enough?

[AMenard]

What kind of issues did you have? Was the filler plate not substantial enough?

 

There's nothing to clip on to I think. The best solution would be to use a HDD tray for a 5.25" bay. Some have the part to clip the plate on.

[Omega-TI]

What kind of issues did you have? Was the filler plate not substantial enough?

 

The opening on the TI's disk bay is actually a little wide if you want the filler plate to be flush with the drive. I suppose I could have used some shims but that would look ugly. I also could have super glued the faceplate to the Lotharek, but that was too permanent for me. Since I did not want to have a crappy look or something that could not easily be undone I went for the drawer.

[atrax27407]

I might have a 3.5" conversion frame for a 5.25" bay.

[atrax27407]

Yep - I have a set of rails. I think I can work something out.

[AMenard]

Cool!

[AMenard]

Will you solution include a liberal use of Ductape?

[barry.peterson]

I originally wanted to go with just a face plate too, but found mounting issues to be a problem. I eventually went with one of

<< THESE >> and it works great. I did however install a larger screw in the side to prevent the drawer from opening.

It's pretty solid and has worked out great.

 

There are several similar/cheaper versions. I usually look for a USA source.