Is it normal for the NES to look like this on modern 4K TVs? (Hooked up through coax)1yr ⋅ Hi_ItsBraden ⋅ r/consolerepair
New to Reddit! Hope I can learn a lot from you folks. I repair everything but specialize more with retro stuff!2yr ⋅ VideoGameRestoration ⋅ r/consolerepair
First PS5 HDMI replacement success! That little decoupling cap is a pain to work around. But finished in under and 1hr and a half. Welcome back *little* buddy!3yr ⋅ Brendyn_Mohr ⋅ r/consolerepair
$50 “broken” ps4 slim, just needed a new OS installed from a flash drive 😎3yr ⋅ zacharyjordan23 ⋅ r/consolerepair
The soft plastic shell area is very sticky. Almost like the rubber coating is deteriorating. Is there any fix to this or is it trash?1yr ⋅ raiderxx ⋅ r/consolerepair
is there a way to make this obvious Scratch that's on this Nintendo Switch not visible? or do I need to replace it? (screen works perfectly fine)1yr ⋅ AndzyHero13 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Sent this modded GBA SP with IPS Screen to a buyer. I tested everything before sending but when he got it said the screen wasn't working. How can I check what's wrong?1yr ⋅ _Random_Dude_ ⋅ r/consolerepair
Fat PS3 shuts off. I got this at a garage sale today for 10$ he says it shuts off right after turning it on. I want to try to save it as it’s a backwards compatible one. Any ideas?1yr ⋅ 050697 ⋅ r/consolerepair
I bought a gameboy printer and I opened it up to clean it when I found a ripped ribbon cable. can anyone pls tell me where I can get a new one of these?9mo ⋅ GP7_Gaming ⋅ r/consolerepair
Managed to find and fix a broken trace on a Neo Geo using a microscope. Great investment for the finer work.4yr ⋅ Diederikgr ⋅ r/consolerepair
PS4 CONTROLLER SPEAKER.... Anyone know the fix for this? I haven’t looked into it but though I’d ask before I jump into it on Monday.3yr ⋅ Ryder9921 ⋅ r/consolerepair
“My mate can repair HDMI ports no problem”.. I legit just received this console with the port held down with blu tack and 3 traces ripped, a melted optical port and a few components missing. Today is going to be fun!3yr ⋅ Two-Pack-Shaker ⋅ r/consolerepair
Atari Lynx cart severe battery acid damage and contact repair - ugly but it works!1yr ⋅ curiousthump ⋅ r/consolerepair
Just got one of the best hauls ever! 18 items for $300! Some of these need some help because of failed mods and what not, but this is going to be a fun weekend! (See video in comments if you are curious about anything)3yr ⋅ mwelch32 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Opened up my original Xbox 360 to clean and I noticed these have some sort of buildup on them. Is this normal or should I look into replacing them? The console works just fine.2yr ⋅ camjam1997 ⋅ r/consolerepair
A thing of beauty. You have to admire the simplicity. And how cool it looks when backlit.3yr ⋅ Supa71 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Bought this OG Xbox for only $20. They told me that it's missing a CPU fan and am HDD, and that the disc drive is faulty. What are my options for restoring this?1yr ⋅ dmatred501 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Anyone ever replaced the batteries on one of these? I don’t even know where to start opening this up...3yr ⋅ MrOrangeRepairs ⋅ r/consolerepair
Is disc repair suitable to post here? Not sure how i can get deep scratches off of discs3yr ⋅ jerbear__ ⋅ r/consolerepair
My thanks go to the human who figured out retr0bright! (Restoration vid in comments)4yr ⋅ mwelch32 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Seller sent me 10 Joy-Con analog sticks in 10 individual mailers taped together. I could never get away with this at my local post office.3yr ⋅ redbaron1007 ⋅ r/consolerepair
My wife brings me the best toys. She works at a consignment shop, and she brings home consoles that don’t work. Tonight she brings me a PS3 CECHK01 with two connectors ripped off. Pads are intact and I can reuse the connectors.2yr ⋅ Supa71 ⋅ r/consolerepair
I’ve never fixed anything on my consoles before, but last week the RB button broke on my controller. Usually I would have just bought a new one, but since Xbox One controllers are impossible to find in my area I ordered a $4 replacement button instead. Pretty proud of myself.3yr ⋅ IronMonkey18 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Seller it looks like someone tried to replace the chip as its connectors are lifted upwards2yr ⋅ fitpbryd ⋅ r/consolerepair
I have no words other than my pricing is going up. I will have no response besides bring it in, there is a $59 diagnostic, non-repairable charge. Every day with this.2yr ⋅ cheebaTHEamoeba ⋅ r/consolerepair
Im no expert, but... seems like someone before me thought no one will notice and stole a part from the motherboard. Anyone know whats missing exactly? (ps3 fat)1yr ⋅ ahmds12 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Happy Weekend Everyone! Don't dip the Q-tip in the whiskey, and don't drink the IPA.3yr ⋅ EngineerBits ⋅ r/consolerepair
Jesus Christ. I didn't think there was going to be that much of this shit2yr ⋅ kazekage895 ⋅ r/consolerepair
is this bad? did the motherboard mess up? I was doing the ps4 hdmi fix.2yr ⋅ Slight-2590 ⋅ r/consolerepair
a little bit frustrated because i dont know why i cannot find this part. almost as if it was erased from existence. i typed in exactly as it says and only the cables come out. does anyone know the actual name of this??? or any other way to fix this issue??1yr ⋅ mrgrimm-inflames ⋅ r/consolerepair
It’s almost time for the reopening 🤘🤘🤘 setup and ready to rock and role3yr ⋅ Ryder9921 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Learnt my first lesson today...used nail polish remover and stripped the paint. Any tips or is it cosmetically over for it?1yr ⋅ awastelandcourier ⋅ r/consolerepair
Can the shell of the DS Lite be retrobrited? Sun only? Hdyrogenperoxyde? Any experiences?2yr ⋅ root42 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Guys help which ribbon cable did I just break and should I commit sudoku?1mo ⋅ Neriek ⋅ r/consolerepair
Xbox One does this to some disks when in vertical position! Also some aren't read at first try, some does, whatever the position on console is! Please help!1yr ⋅ Erick_Planure ⋅ r/consolerepair
Sega CD model 2 plays audio CD’s fine but not games, just spins and says “checking disk” forever. Any help appreciated.1yr ⋅ Stinky-Whizzleteats ⋅ r/consolerepair
Got this copy of XD delivered like this, seller was a brilliant feller who thought a standard letter envelope with no padding was a proper way of packing it 🤦🏻♂️ is there absolutely any way of repairing this? 2wk ⋅ agabascal ⋅ r/consolerepair
Nope, liquid metal does not cause blue light. Please stop commenting on something you know nothing about because you read a clickbait article.1yr ⋅ Federal-Window4895 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Left my game boy advance in my bag found it like this, is this something I can fix with a replacement part?2yr ⋅ MyCatIsAGod9 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Leaking batteries in old gaming consoles: After old batteries leak and cause corrosion like pictured in this old Game Boy, what happens if the battery terminal isn’t cleaned outside of being wiped down with an alcohol wipe? Will more damage happen to the affected contacts and elsewhere over time?1yr ⋅ little-rudiger ⋅ r/consolerepair
Anyone know how to remove these stains? This was bought as broken and was covered in stickers before I got it1yr ⋅ EoghanMGL ⋅ r/consolerepair
3DS shows blue screen for one frame then shuts off. Any idea what this could be?2yr ⋅ Struthious_burger ⋅ r/consolerepair
Check it out, Computer Booter finally started selling pre-assembled Tantalizers for the PS3!1yr ⋅ Jeff_Lonestar ⋅ r/consolerepair
What is this green stuff on the bottom connector of this Wii U gamepad?1yr ⋅ TheHammerSlammur ⋅ r/consolerepair
First attempt at retrobriting. How can I prevent it fading the text? Right is an example of how it was. Forgot to take a real before Pic.2yr ⋅ brooklyn11218 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Not a console, but I hope this fits here. What is the proper way to reapply old game cartridge labels that have come off?2yr ⋅ Noah_FF ⋅ r/consolerepair
I think many here will be quite psyched to know that very soon you'll be able to buy quality, replacement Game Gear Shells.3yr ⋅ JamesOfMercia ⋅ r/consolerepair
My second PS5 HDMI is complete. Thankfully, PS5 HDMI ports are available for purchase, making repairs a lot easier!3yr ⋅ Two-Pack-Shaker ⋅ r/consolerepair
The customer said they think there could be a disc stuck inside, haha!3yr ⋅ Two-Pack-Shaker ⋅ r/consolerepair
I just cleaned a GameBoy full of HAIR! What the heck are people doing with their rare and precious emerald green pockets these days???? There is link to the refurb video in the comments if you are interested.3yr ⋅ mwelch32 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Is it in my best interests to replace the middle thermal pad on my GameCube? I know it’s probably common sense but there’s just no stock locally and I don’t want to wait1yr ⋅ GC_Help01 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Apparently this ps4 went bang and gave smoke. Guessing it was this guy. Reckon I can get away with just replacing the PSU?2yr ⋅ Jephcote ⋅ r/consolerepair
Cleaned my new 2ds xl with 91% isopropyl alcohol and now the screen looks like this what is happening?2yr ⋅ ankthestar ⋅ r/consolerepair
Can anyone tell me what mistake I've made when ordering cable4mo ⋅ Mindless_Pirate_2657 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Best way to remove a stripped or stuck screw without a dremel? This switch was extremely dirty when I recientes it.8mo ⋅ Adam45672 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Xbox motherboard sdm resistor blown, is this repairable or should I get replacement board?1yr ⋅ Hschjott ⋅ r/consolerepair
It fell off my bed. Is this something I can fix myself? I have a pretty substantial hand tremor so I’ve had no luck yet but maybe would do better if I had some instructions or steps, per say.1yr ⋅ crash---- ⋅ r/consolerepair
Coworker mailed me a smashed PS4 slim to repair. The hard drive somehow works but discs are unrecognized.2yr ⋅ HailedFanatic ⋅ r/consolerepair
“My buddy tried to replace the charging port but couldn’t get it off” - Today is going to be fun..3yr ⋅ Two-Pack-Shaker ⋅ r/consolerepair
Is this soldering job good? (asked the same question last week about another game used comments on that to improve soldering job from the last post)3yr ⋅ gub99 ⋅ r/consolerepair
ps2 disc tray stuck what should i do? I tried to pull it out my self and now i cant close it or open it.2yr ⋅ kalampokias ⋅ r/consolerepair
Bought a cheap ps4 knowing it wasn't able to use online. Wondering if there is a way around it2yr ⋅ Notttakenusername ⋅ r/consolerepair
Last time I posted someone suggested I post here for future posts about my finds and repairs. This weeks finds so far. More detail in comments.1yr ⋅ SSJGINGER ⋅ r/consolerepair
Saw this junk DSI LL for auction. Could the pins just be bent back into place?7mo ⋅ owdwah ⋅ r/consolerepair
Was starting to add a xeno modchip to my GameCube dropped a bead of solder on whatever SMD that was. When trying to remove it, it popped off the board and I cannot find it, anyone able to point me in the direction of what it was or what I can get to replace it. TIA1yr ⋅ nerdyswag16 ⋅ r/consolerepair
I slightly misplaced a replacement sticker and I want to fix it. Is there any way to try again or should I just leave it?1yr ⋅ Creepzer178 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Just bought this second hand for 10 bucks. Is this the dreaded screen yellowing ive heard about? Are new screens the only option?3yr ⋅ ----Val---- ⋅ r/consolerepair
PS5 HDMI port fully torn out, seems like all the traces torn too. Does anyone know if I can run jumpers for this repair? Can’t find the pin out anywhere for the disc version..1yr ⋅ Worldly-Pop-8437 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Can anyone tell me why my Hydrogen peroxide is turning brown?9mo ⋅ Mindless_Pirate_2657 ⋅ r/consolerepair
