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I understand the basics of soldering, I just don't know what kind of solder you would do, to bring them together.

Something like this: http://www.rockaroundtheblock.com.au/pdf/HOWTOSOLDER.pdf" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Will it retain a high enough current/voltage to power both ...

Huzzah! I found some alligator clips in a drawer in my garage.

When you say solder the AC cables together, what exactly do you mean? Sorry to be a noob I've done a lot of software mods, and I'm finally growing some balls to start doing the hardware.

If I was to solder all the wires together, wouldn't I have to include an external PSU? Thanks for the shot of the motherboard.

Instead of using alligator clips, could I use... my jump cables? xD I think I've seen it done like that before, but I assume the bulkiness could be somewhat dangerous.

If you could do a fit test, that'd be great. Could you post some pictures of what you mean by reworking the bezel? My local hardware store can custom cut plexiglass, and I also have a close family friend that does a lot of wood working that is willing to help out.

How difficult is it to discharge ...

How is that significant soldering? I'm not trying to flame here :)

I plan on doing a build similar to the PS3 in the Pelican case, and just remove the enclosure on the 360 and the monitor, but use all the power cables. I was hoping to be able to just stuff it all in, for lack of better words. I ...

Hey guys.

So I'm attempting my first major mod/hack by putting an old Xbox 360 [formerly RROD'd which I fixed] into one of my old tray loader iMac G3s.

So my plan is:

Gut the inside of the iMac.
Replace the PSU with a surge protector/power strip.
Replace the CRT with an LCD monitor, remove the ...