Pre-Order: Metal Rear Housing Shell for iPod 5-7th Gen (MKII MAX)
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Pre-Order Item:
This item is part of Batch #1.
Estimated shipping: May 2026.
Pre-orders close March 11, 2026.
Once parts arrive at Boxy Pixel and pass quality inspection, orders will begin shipping in the order they were received.
Overview
This housing is built for modders who want flexibility and internal space for advanced projects. The MKII MAX rear housing is designed with additional internal space to support larger battery configurations, OEM slim hard drives, and optional taptic engine installations and fastens together with 4 fasteners instead of clips.
This rear shell is compatible with our MKII front housing (sold separately) and completes the enclosure for a full MAX build. We also have a MIN rear housing for those that want a smaller enclosure.
Compatibility
Compatible with:
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iPod Classic 5th Generation (Video)
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iPod Classic 5.5 Generation (Enhanced)
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iPod Classic 6th Generation
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iPod Classic 7th Generation
Designed to pair with:
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Boxy Pixel MKII Front Housing (sold separately)
Not compatible with:
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Apple OEM housings
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Previous-generation Boxy Pixel housings
Features
Designed for Larger Battery Support
The MAX rear housing provides increased internal depth to accommodate our larger battery options.
Supports OEM Slim Hard Drive
Internal clearance allows for use of OEM slim hard drives as well as compatible storage solutions.
Taptic Engine Ready
The housing includes space for optional taptic engine installation, allowing future expansion if desired.
Extra Room for Modifications
This rear housing provides additional space for custom wiring, Bluetooth routing, battery upgrades, and other advanced modifications.
Built for those who like to experiment and expand their builds.
Installation Notes
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Installation requires full disassembly of the iPod and pairing with a compatible MKII front housing.
Ensure all internal components are properly aligned before fastening the housing closed.
Work carefully to avoid pinching cables during assembly.
What’s Included
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(1) Metal MKII MAX Rear Housing Shell
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(4) Hex Head Fasteners
Notes
These parts are not mass produced and we use multiple machine shops, so surface finish, texture, and color may vary between batches. Colors may also look different depending on your screen, the lighting, and variations in anodizing.
Please be sure to review our refund policy for cancelled and returned orders.
We cannot change the value of the shipment and sadly we do not have control over your particular country's fee/tariffs/taxes.
Brass parts come as machined and may show oxidation/discolor (due to being exposed to air) and some small machining or small scratches may be present. Assume you will need to do your final surface finishing using a flexible 3M sanding pad. (The 3M 7448 usually works well). After polishing, clean and apply clearcoat, poly, or other coating to maintain the shine. Note Brass is also very dense (heavy) and conductive. Consider in some applications, these attributes may have adverse effects. (ex. The SP hinges will not support the screen as well). If used with electronics, it is advisable to use kapton tape, insulating paint, (nail polish may work) to prevent electrical shorts.
Resources
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Assembly Instructions
International Customers
We are located in the USA, and want everyone in the world to experience Boxy Pixel products worldwide! It is important to understand a few points:
1. There are two shipping methods available. DHL and USPS (United States Postal Service). DHL is very fast and comes with insurance, but can be expensive. The USPS slow shipping we offer can take many weeks, is not reliable, and is not insured.
2. If you do choose uninsured USPS for your international shipping, we do offer third party insurance to help in case it gets lost. This is "route" insurance. It is not expensive, and is worth the cost. Deselecting this option at checkout will waive all insurance. If your package is lost, we unfortunately cannot send a refund or replacement.
3. If an item gets shipped back to us due to delivery problems, we would need to charge additional fees if you would like to attempt delivery again.
4. Return shipping is the responsibility of the buyer
5. We are prohibited from shipping batteries outside of the USA.
These parts are not mass produced and we use multiple machine shops, so surface finish, texture, and color may vary between batches. Colors may also look different depending on your screen, the lighting, and variations in anodizing.
Please be sure to review our refund policy for cancelled and returned orders.
We cannot change the value of the shipment and sadly we do not have control over your particular country's fee/tariffs/taxes.
Brass parts come as machined and may show oxidation/discolor (due to being exposed to air) and some small machining or small scratches may be present. Assume you will need to do your final surface finishing using a flexible 3M sanding pad. (The 3M 7448 usually works well). After polishing, clean and apply clearcoat, poly, or other coating to maintain the shine. Note Brass is also very dense (heavy) and conductive. Consider in some applications, these attributes may have adverse effects. (ex. The SP hinges will not support the screen as well). If used with electronics, it is advisable to use kapton tape, insulating paint, (nail polish may work) to prevent electrical shorts.
Out of stock? Signup for our out of stock notification on this product page and check our product availability page
Assembly Instructions
We are located in the USA, and want everyone in the world to experience Boxy Pixel products worldwide! It is important to understand a few points:
1. There are two shipping methods available. DHL and USPS (United States Postal Service). DHL is very fast and comes with insurance, but can be expensive. The USPS slow shipping we offer can take many weeks, is not reliable, and is not insured.
2. If you do choose uninsured USPS for your international shipping, we do offer third party insurance to help in case it gets lost. This is "route" insurance. It is not expensive, and is worth the cost. Deselecting this option at checkout will waive all insurance. If your package is lost, we unfortunately cannot send a refund or replacement.
3. If an item gets shipped back to us due to delivery problems, we would need to charge additional fees if you would like to attempt delivery again.
4. Return shipping is the responsibility of the buyer
5. We are prohibited from shipping batteries outside of the USA.
Give your Classic electronics a new life!
Unique
Parts cut from a solid block of billet aluminum
Protection
Each part is anodized for long lasting protection