In his latest video, Andrew Bristow returns to complete his ongoing Amiga 1200 project, the Asahi case fix. What started as a sleek build quickly met a problem when a 3D-printed back plate from Amiga Kit cracked in multiple places. Instead of giving up, Andrew decided to take a classic DIY route—creating a sturdier replacement using the original blanking plate that came with the case.
Andrew walks viewers through his hands-on process, which is equal parts practical and entertaining. Armed with basic tools, a pencil, and a healthy dose of patience, he marks, drills, and files a new HDMI port hole. Despite his tongue-in-cheek worries about “ruining the part,” the new back plate fits impressively well. The Asahi case fix proves that sometimes the simplest solution is the best one—especially when it uses original materials that match the case’s color and durability.
Between the drilling and assembly, Andrew shares an interesting discovery: his Commodore Amiga Visual Compendium book hides a tribute to the original Amiga 1000 case, featuring the embossed signatures of the design team—and even a paw print from Mitchie Miner’s dog. It’s a charming nod to the heritage that inspired his restoration work.
By the end of the video, the Amiga is reassembled, complete with its custom HDMI-ready back plate. While the job isn’t flawless, Andrew’s humor and honesty make it a satisfying watch for any Amiga enthusiast. The project may be nearly finished, but future tweaks—like a clock port expansion and compact flash mount—promise more updates to come.
Watch the full video to see the Asahi case fix in action and pick up a few handy ideas for your next Amiga build.
