[simpits-tech] PC cases........

[Matt Bailey]

Just wondering, how difficult would it be to work with the aluminum used to 
make PC cases? I have an old 486 chassis sitting around, I'm thinking it 
would be great to chop up for a throttle quad, but the stuff looks pretty 
stout. Would a regular hand held drill be able to go through the metal? And 
what might be the best way to cut it? It just looks ideal for the throttle 
chassis, levers, etc. Even the flat grey color looks aviation'ish.

I know, probably dumb questions, but I have zero machining experience, my 
experience in making stuff has been mainly in wood only (model planes, and 
miscellaneous projects made from lumber).

	-Matt Bailey