On Tue, 7 Sep 2004, Jules Richardson wrote:
I'm hoping I can replace the drive's cover
with a homebrew perspex one
without too much crud getting in - data reliability isn't important but
I'm not sure how reliable any embedded servo information will remain.
Many drive manufacturers build show prototypes of their drives with
clear plastic covers for showing off at tradeshows (Comdex, etc.)
I use a Shugart 225 for classroom showing. It has a contoured clear
plastic cover, shaped like the stamped steel usual cover.