Power Mac G4 M5183-Can this computer be rebuilt with better hardware?

I recently found my old Power Mac up in the attic, I was courious if I could rebuild the desktop or is the case of this G4 only compatable with its specific hardware. Will the G4 Quicksilver hardware work? Is it even worth trying to rebuild?

With enough money and enough time you can rebuild and update anything. The question is: "Is it worth it?" which only you can answer.
In my experience, the Quicksilver and Digital Audio can be reasonably contemporary and up-to-date performers. Be prepared, however to keep a back up (working) machine and a parts machine available if you intend to rely on these oldsters, and keep a watchful eye and a few spare dollars handy as well.
Older than this - in my view - starts to come under the heading of 'hobby' and can easily become a money pit.
You've been warned.... now go for it!
Jon

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