# Tutorials & Guides

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## [3DS MAX Proton Stream??](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/3ds-max-proton-stream/3194)

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**Author:** [@GBDRE760](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/GBDRE760)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 9:42am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/3ds-max-proton-stream/3194 "2019-07-10T09:42:56Z")

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Hey guys. I am currently going to school doing 3D stuff. I am not as advanced as I want to be yet. I have Houdini which I have seen a file online for making proton streams… BUT… the files was made so long ago that I don’…

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## [12vlt power supply to pack lights](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/12vlt-power-supply-to-pack-lights/39698)

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**Author:** [@paco](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/paco)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 9, 2019, 6:17pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/12vlt-power-supply-to-pack-lights/39698 "2019-07-09T18:17:25Z")

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is there a tutorial on how to wire up the shop supplied power battery to the pack lights? ive been looking online and zippo.

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## [After Effects Stream Tutorial](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/after-effects-stream-tutorial/18430)

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**Author:** [@AuthorityFX](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/AuthorityFX)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2019, 3:41pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/after-effects-stream-tutorial/18430 "2019-06-23T15:41:08Z")

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NEW professional level proton stream tutorial. We’ve created a tool to help you make complex proton stream with ease! There’s a four part video tutorial on YouTube. Please let us know if you have any questions. http…

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## [In search of certain tutorials](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/in-search-of-certain-tutorials/39419)

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**Author:** [@Shawnhain](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Shawnhain)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2019, 4:43am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/in-search-of-certain-tutorials/39419 "2019-04-18T04:43:37Z")

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Is there any tutorials about how to set the popping mechanism for the wand tip and a tutorial about the swivel mechanism for the wand grip

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## [Help: Modifying Spirit Halloween Proton Pack with Matty Collector wand](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/help-modifying-spirit-halloween-proton-pack-with-matty-collector-wand/39591)

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**Author:** [@Mercedesslr](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Mercedesslr)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 23, 2019, 10:47am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/help-modifying-spirit-halloween-proton-pack-with-matty-collector-wand/39591 "2019-03-23T10:47:30Z")

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Hi everybody, Hope everyone is well. As the title implies, I’m trying to modify a Spirit Halloween Pack to make it more movie accurate with new lights and a connector for the Matty wand. I saw a separate kit from ghos…

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## [UPGRADE: Spirit pack wand barrel modification tutorial](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/upgrade-spirit-pack-wand-barrel-modification-tutorial/39539)

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**Author:** [@jcfett](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/jcfett)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 13, 2019, 3:36pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/upgrade-spirit-pack-wand-barrel-modification-tutorial/39539 "2019-03-13T15:36:47Z")

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While this may not be the most screen accurate, though I’d say if you already own a Spirit pack you probably were willing to make some sacrifices or creative liberties… so with that in mind, I feel this barrel mod looks…

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## [Homemade aluminium thrower lever shaft collar without a lathe](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/homemade-aluminium-thrower-lever-shaft-collar-without-a-lathe/39365)

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**Author:** [@AndFisher](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/AndFisher)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [February 4, 2019, 9:29am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/homemade-aluminium-thrower-lever-shaft-collar-without-a-lathe/39365 "2019-02-04T09:29:51Z")

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I was meaning to get hold of an aluminium shaft collar for my thrower, but my goto guys didn’t seem to make one. I thought I’d try to make one myself from a found object, and the result was so nice I thought I’d share it…

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## [Proton Pack smoke machine (e cig hack)](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/proton-pack-smoke-machine-e-cig-hack/34554)

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**Author:** [@Glyn2k](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Glyn2k)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 31, 2019, 6:19pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/proton-pack-smoke-machine-e-cig-hack/34554 "2019-01-31T18:19:32Z")

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Hi guys Finished up this tutorial yesterday, hope you find it of use

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## [Electronics 101 - Help please!](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/electronics-101-help-please/18024)

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**Author:** [@SimpleJedi](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/SimpleJedi)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 15, 2019, 3:20pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/electronics-101-help-please/18024 "2019-01-15T15:20:18Z")

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Hi everyone, New guy here and I have absolutly everything to build my proton pack but when it comes to the electronics, I’m lost. Seen a few forums but too much to get my mind aroubd it. Can someone answer the following…

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## [How To - Spray Paint &amp; Modify GB Style Elbow pads](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/how-to-spray-paint-amp-modify-gb-style-elbow-pads/30574)

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**Author:** [@mr0072003](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/mr0072003)\
**Replies:** 54\
**Last updated:** [November 2, 2018, 10:27am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/how-to-spray-paint-amp-modify-gb-style-elbow-pads/30574 "2018-11-02T10:27:19Z")

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How to Paint Elbow Pads Things you will need Century Judo Knee Pads Charcoal Grey Vinyl and Fabric spray paint Elmer’s Med Tip Black Paint Marker Hot Glue gun with glue sticks Razor Blaze or Exacto knife …

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## [Can we start an &quot;Ultimate&quot; Blue Brick wiring post?](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/can-we-start-an-quot-ultimate-quot-blue-brick-wiring-post/3879)

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**Author:** [@randomZERO](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/randomZERO)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 11, 2018, 11:33pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/can-we-start-an-quot-ultimate-quot-blue-brick-wiring-post/3879 "2018-10-11T23:33:49Z")

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I am preparing to wire a blue brick and kinda wanna see some of the other peoples wiring diagrams. I have seen Alan Hawkins post in the proton pack section, as well as google searching a bunch. I have some electrical wi…

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## [Help: Proton Pack](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/help-proton-pack/3531)

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**Author:** [@GreenPandaGuy](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/GreenPandaGuy)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 24, 2018, 4:15pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/help-proton-pack/3531 "2018-09-24T16:15:24Z")

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I’m trying to build my own pack and I’m not very good with electronics or know anything about it. So far I understand that I can buy the Spirit Halloween pack, add some new lights and cosmetics from this thing I found o…

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## [ALICE  Pack holes](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/alice-pack-holes/3427)

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**Author:** [@lapena77](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/lapena77)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 23, 2018, 11:22am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/alice-pack-holes/3427 "2018-09-23T11:22:04Z")

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Im trying to fine measurements To drill holes so I can mount my pack mother board

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## [Containment Unit](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/containment-unit/3520)

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**Author:** [@gingermourinho](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/gingermourinho)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 23, 2018, 7:25am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/containment-unit/3520 "2018-09-23T07:25:03Z")

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Hi All, Real quick question, Are there any plans or schematics for a containment unit. Looking for a guide for the measurements and have seen a number of great builds on here. Thanks

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## [How to: make your own Legris straight connectors](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/how-to-make-your-own-legris-straight-connectors/15706)

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**Author:** [@torwen](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/torwen)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2018, 8:32pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/how-to-make-your-own-legris-straight-connectors/15706 "2018-09-16T20:32:58Z")

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Hi perhaps this isn‘t new, I didn‘t do research if someone else had the same idea. Real Legris straight connectors (part number 3175 04 10) are hard to come by these days. The average builder / collector - like me - c…

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## [Mounting electronics on motherboard](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/mounting-electronics-on-motherboard/15505)

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**Author:** [@lapena77](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/lapena77)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2018, 9:12am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/mounting-electronics-on-motherboard/15505 "2018-09-06T09:12:07Z")

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What size of screws can I use to mount all electronics, I using electronics form GB fan shop

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## [Checklist / Guide](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/checklist-guide/14711)

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**Author:** [@3mandos](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/3mandos)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2018, 3:12am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/checklist-guide/14711 "2018-08-08T03:12:47Z")

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So I tried finding it yesterday and a little bit today before deciding to ask for help… Is there any place that has a checklist and/or costume guide for making a Ghostbuster? I have the Spirit Proton Pack which I am pl…

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## [GB2 Statue of Liberty Controller parts list](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/gb2-statue-of-liberty-controller-parts-list/31588)

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**Author:** [@jackdoud](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/jackdoud)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2018, 5:36am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/gb2-statue-of-liberty-controller-parts-list/31588 "2018-07-12T05:36:40Z")

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Here’s a parts list for a GB2 statue of liberty controller. When building mine I already had most of the parts sitting around so I can’t guarentee that all the linked parts are correct but most should be close. Screencap…

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## [Containment unit fuse box cover](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/containment-unit-fuse-box-cover/12334)

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**Author:** [@Shanef85](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Shanef85)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 5:35pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/containment-unit-fuse-box-cover/12334 "2018-04-27T17:35:30Z")

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Anybody perhaps have plans on how to build the containment unit to cover a fuse box?

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## [pictures.......](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/pictures/11598)

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**Author:** [@lapena77](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/lapena77)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2018, 4:36pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/pictures/11598 "2018-03-25T16:36:49Z")

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who can upload a picture

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## [DIY Stubby MT500 Antenna](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/diy-stubby-mt500-antenna/9370)

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**Author:** [@Alan\_Hawkins](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Alan_Hawkins)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2018, 1:50pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/diy-stubby-mt500-antenna/9370 "2018-03-21T13:50:58Z")

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For Christmas this year I got one of the stubby antennas that are $10 on eBay. I liked it a lot but the first time I wore it I ended up loosing it. (Boo!) so since I still plan on one day offering a MT500 kit in resin I …

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## [DIY &quot;Stubby&quot; antenna for a fiver!](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/diy-quot-stubby-quot-antenna-for-a-fiver/11514)

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**Author:** [@mercifull](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/mercifull)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2018, 12:04pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/diy-quot-stubby-quot-antenna-for-a-fiver/11514 "2018-03-21T12:04:15Z")

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hoydau\_CN1M I’ve produced a video on how I made my own stubby antenna using a bolt, some clear tubing, an end cap and some shrink wrap tubing. I posted this in my other MT500 thread but I…

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## [Nick-a-tron Mk3 Trap kit build and paint tutorial/instructions.](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/nick-a-tron-mk3-trap-kit-build-and-paint-tutorial-instructions/34596)

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**Author:** [@nick-a-tron](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/nick-a-tron)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2018, 11:26pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/nick-a-tron-mk3-trap-kit-build-and-paint-tutorial-instructions/34596 "2018-03-07T23:26:17Z")

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NICK-A-TRON MK3 TRAP KIT BUILD AND PAINTING TUTORIAL/INSTRUCTIONS UPDATE…DUE TO PHOTOBUCKET NO LONGER ALLOWING 3RD PARTY HOSTING THIS GUIDE CAN NOW BE FOUND ON MY FACEBOOK PAGE HERE… https://www.facebook.com/pg/Nickatr…

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## [drill pattern for speaker](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/drill-pattern-for-speaker/10637)

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**Author:** [@lapena77](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/lapena77)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [February 20, 2018, 12:20am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/drill-pattern-for-speaker/10637 "2018-02-20T00:20:14Z")

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I was going through and found drilling pattern for the speaker but not I can’t find it, can anyone help

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## [How To Make A Cheap $7 Gizmo Holder](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/how-to-make-a-cheap-7-gizmo-holder/27313)

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**Author:** [@bishopdonmiguel](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/bishopdonmiguel)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [December 2, 2017, 6:51pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/how-to-make-a-cheap-7-gizmo-holder/27313 "2017-12-02T18:51:19Z")

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Want to dye your vegetable tan leather black on the cheap? Just use this modern implementation of an ancient method that historically utilized urine and other nasty components. Technically, this is not a dye process, but…

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## [NEED HELP - Arduino Light And Sound instructions wanted](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/need-help-arduino-light-and-sound-instructions-wanted/26912)

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**Author:** [@Florian\_Bertele](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Florian_Bertele)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [November 17, 2017, 12:32am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/need-help-arduino-light-and-sound-instructions-wanted/26912 "2017-11-17T00:32:00Z")

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Hey there GB-Friends i am new here and i am looking for a detailed description of wiring and programming an arduino with lights and sounds for a Proton pack. I have seen here a lot of posts and videos. but i could not…

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## [Paint Shop Pro Proton beams](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/paint-shop-pro-proton-beams/7801)

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**Author:** [@Ecto46](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Ecto46)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2017, 1:20am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/paint-shop-pro-proton-beams/7801 "2017-11-06T01:20:14Z")

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Dunno if this has popped up before, but I have a copy of PSP7 (I think they are up to 10 or 12 now). But goofing off I found this nifty tutorial on proton beams . I think with a lil fine tuning could be great! http://…

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## [MMM/ Irricanian's GB fans stunt trap tutorial](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/mmm-irricanians-gb-fans-stunt-trap-tutorial/7173)

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**Author:** [@irricanian](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/irricanian)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [October 19, 2017, 8:54pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/mmm-irricanians-gb-fans-stunt-trap-tutorial/7173 "2017-10-19T20:54:48Z")

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I bought one of AJ’s stunt trap kits for two reasons, 1. I was curious to see what a CNC routered trap kit would look like and how it would go together and 2. I was thinking I would build it, do a tutorial and then auct…

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## [Need arduino help](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/need-arduino-help/31646)

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**Author:** [@talem84](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/talem84)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 19, 2017, 7:40pm UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/need-arduino-help/31646 "2017-10-19T19:40:02Z")

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Does any have a schematic or anything for arduino lights and sounds or Raspberry pi lights and sounds ?

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## [Which Adafruit products Do I Need For My Reboot Pack?](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/which-adafruit-products-do-i-need-for-my-reboot-pack/31919)

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**Author:** [@Abby\_Shan-anigans](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/Abby_Shan-anigans)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2017, 1:52am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/which-adafruit-products-do-i-need-for-my-reboot-pack/31919 "2017-09-28T01:52:47Z")

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I’m confident in my programming skills (I’ve programmed many a thing and built my own computer, etc), plus there’s code posted for the cyclotron lights. So I don’t have the standard questions here. My basic question is…

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