Hardware You Own
Services Mod N' Mend Offers
Whether you need a custom-fabricated gaming rig, a privacy-focused home network, or a rapid 3D-printed prototype, I provide expert tech solutions tailored to you.
📍 How I Work (Service Options)
Local Drop-Off, Pick-Up & Delivery: Whether you're dropping off a rig for repair, or I'm delivering a newly built custom PC, 3D print, or Picade, we make the hardware handoff easy anywhere in Salt Lake City.
On-Site Visits: I come directly to your home or office in the SLC area for secure network setups, hardware installations, and physical troubleshooting.
Secure Remote Support: Need a quick fix or system optimization? I can securely remote into your machine from anywhere to resolve software issues instantly.
🖥️ Custom PC Builds & Optimization
Tailored Gaming & Workstation Rigs: Custom hardware builds designed to maximize performance for your specific needs, from heavy data processing to high-framerate gaming. (Available for local pickup/delivery)
System "De-Bloating" & Tuning: Hardware-level OS cleaning to remove pre-installed junk, trackers, and unnecessary background processes. (Available via secure remote support or on-site)
Hardware Upgrades & Diagnostics: GPU installations, memory upgrades, and thermal troubleshooting right at your desk. (Available on-site or drop-off)
🌐 Sovereign Networking & Privacy
Custom "Homebrew" Routers: I build and physically install secure, open-source routers using dedicated mini-PCs or Raspberry Pi boards. Say goodbye to restrictive, data-harvesting ISP hardware. (On-site installation included)
Home Office Hardening: Enterprise-grade network security for remote workers, including secure local network setups and Wi-Fi dead-zone elimination in your house or office. (Available on-site)
Network-Wide Ad Blocking: Installation of hardware (like Pi-hole) that stops ads and trackers from ever reaching your phones, smart TVs, and computers.
🕹️ Retro Arcades & Specialty Tech
Custom "Picade" Cabinets: Hand-built, plug-and-play retro arcade machines running customized emulators.
Enclosures & Mods: 3D-printed housing and custom wiring for your specialty tech projects.
Modded Consoles: Dust some dust off your old consoles and breathe some life into them with custom homebrews!
🖨️ 3D Printing & Fabrication
Rapid Prototyping: Quick local turnaround on functional parts, brackets, and custom tech enclosures using durable filaments.
Custom Tabletop Gear: High-quality, custom-designed deck boxes, tokens, and organizers for tabletop gaming.
Free Consultation
Available Systems
Stock may vary
Welcome to the Tricade, a handcrafted, one-of-a-kind retro gaming console built by Mod N' Mend. Designed with a stunning Zelda-inspired aesthetic—featuring classic blue, silver, red, and gold accents alongside a custom pixel-art logo—this premium desktop cabinet is powered by the top-of-the-line Raspberry Pi 5 (8GB) to deliver flawless retro gameplay.
The console enclosure is custom 3D-printed using durable PLA plastic. Every component has been meticulously assembled, wired, and coded to provide a seamless, plug-and-play arcade experience.
Key Features:
Dual-Display Ready: The system is wired with a custom micro-HDMI to HDMI routing system. Play directly on the built-in screen, or plug a TV into the convenient female HDMI port on the back to instantly mirror your gameplay to the big screen.
Authentic GameCube Control: Includes an original, OEM Nintendo GameCube controller that has been custom-modified with an 8BitDo upgrade kit, allowing it to connect to the console seamlessly via Bluetooth for a perfect, wire-free retro feel.
Smart Hardware Controls: Features a custom-wired arcade button that handles your power and menus—a short press safely exits your current game, a long press executes a clean system shutdown, and pressing it while the machine is off boots it back up.
Optimized OS: Runs on a highly customized build of Batocera Linux, featuring automated scripts that handle display mirroring, screen rotation, and audio routing completely hands-free.
What’s Included:
Tricade Custom Cabinet (PLA Printed Shell)
Raspberry Pi 5 (8GB RAM)
Built-in Portrait LCD Display & Internal USB Speakers
Original Nintendo GameCube Controller (8BitDo Bluetooth Modified)
Dual HDMI setup (1 internal, 1 external port)
Important Terms & Conditions:
Local Pickup Only: Due to the custom, one-of-a-kind nature of this build, shipping is not available. Pickup must be arranged locally in the Salt Lake City / Murray area.
Bring Your Own Games (No ROMs): The Tricade supports a massive library of classic emulation formats. However, for legal reasons, this system is sold as a hardware emulation platform only and does not include any copyrighted game files (ROMs).
Limited Warranty: This console comes with a limited warranty covering the internal wiring and original software configuration at the time of sale. Mod N' Mend is not responsible for physical damage caused by the user, accidental breakage, or software corruption resulting from unauthorized modifications or improper shutdowns.
This is a heavily upgraded, fully refurbished, and thoroughly stress-tested custom gaming rig built inside the striking, dual-chamber CyberPowerPC Syber Cube tempered glass chassis.
The original system has been completely overhauled and modernized with a flagship ASUS ROG motherboard, an i9 processor, and an RTX 3060 12GB. It is fully built, tuned, and ready for high-FPS 1080p and 1440p gaming, streaming, or heavy workload tasks.
⚙️ THE SPECS:
CPU: Intel Core i9-9900K (8-Core / 16-Thread)
GPU: MSI Ventus 2X RTX 3060 12GB
Motherboard: ASUS ROG Maximus XI Hero Wi-Fi (Premium flagship board)
RAM: 16GB (2 x 8GB) G.Skill Trident Z RGB
Storage: 500GB NVMe M.2 SSD (Lightning-fast boot times)
Power Supply: Original CyberPower PSU (Fully voltage and stress-tested)
Cooling: 4x Front RGB Intake Fans + 1x Brand New Exhaust Fan
OS: Windows 11 (Fresh install, fully activated, completely de-bloated, and all drivers updated)
🛠️ THE MOD N' MEND DIFFERENCE (Fully Tested): This isn't just a flipped PC. I run a local IT and custom fabrication business, and this system has been completely rebuilt and rigorously tested to guarantee out-of-the-box stability.
Storage Health: Passed Victoria health check with flying colors.
GPU Benchmarked: Passed Unigine Superposition without artifacts or thermal throttling.
CPU Tuned: Passed Cinebench thermal and load testing.
Memory Tested: Passed MemTest86 with zero errors.
🛡️ 30-DAY HARDWARE GUARANTEE I stand by my builds. This system comes with a 30-day limited guarantee against spontaneous hardware failure.
What is covered: If a hardware component fails under normal use within the first 30 days, I will diagnose and replace the part, or repair the system, at no labor cost to you.
What is NOT covered: This guarantee is void if the system suffers physical damage, liquid damage, power surges, or if the hardware is modified (including custom BIOS flashing or manual overclocking beyond stock profiles). Software issues, Windows update crashes, and malware are not covered.
🤝 BUYER BONUS: Need upgrades later, or want a secure home network set up for this rig? All my PC buyers get 10% off future Mod N' Mend labor and remote IT services.
📍 LOCAL PICKUP & DELIVERY Available for local drop-off, pick-up, or direct delivery in the Salt Lake City area. Send a message to schedule a pickup or if you have any questions about the build!
About Mod N' Mend
Hey, I'm Ethan! The maker and technician behind Mod N' Mend.
What started as a passion for building high-performance PC gaming rigs and custom Raspberry Pi arcade machines quickly evolved into a full-scale pursuit of better, more private technology. I believe that whether you are gaming, working from home, or setting up a secure network, you should actually own and control your hardware.
Based right here in Salt Lake City, I created Mod N' Mend to bridge the gap between digital IT support and physical hardware fabrication. I am currently pursuing my CompTIA A+ certification to ensure my networking, troubleshooting, and repair services meet the highest professional industry standards.
When I'm not running diagnostics or deploying secure, open-source home routers, I'm usually running my 3D printers. I specialize in rapid prototyping, custom tech enclosures, and high-quality tabletop gaming accessories.
I’ve been designing, printing, and shipping custom gear for a while now. If you want to see my track record, check out my seller ratings or pick up some of my ready-to-ship physical products below:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/TavernWizard – Custom 3D-printed and painted gear, tabletop accessories, and tech enclosures.
https://www.ebay.com/usr/malcenalilly – Refurbished hardware, custom parts, and specialty tech.
Whether you need a full network overhaul or just a custom-printed bracket, I’m here to help you build it right.