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?10mo ⋅ Mindless_Pirate_2657 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Found a Zootopia DVD in this PS3 phat I bought to repair. This A) dates the last time this console was used and working to be June 7th 2016 at the earliest, and B) means I will be thoroughly decontaminating this thing with antibacterial wipes.1yr ⋅ ImaginationPurple ⋅ r/consolerepair
These 3rd party joycons don’t charge or work, anybody got any suggestions to bring them to life?1yr ⋅ TheRobman1988 ⋅ r/consolerepair
I paid $10 each for these for parts handlehelds...Did I get ripped off, and where can I get the cheapest decent parts to restore?1yr ⋅ BlackEngineerinTX ⋅ r/consolerepair
had this gamegear a long time ago, it stopped working, whats the issue?7mo ⋅ Random_dog_artist ⋅ r/consolerepair
Which method would you use to remove this SMD, hot air or fine tipped iron, and why?1yr ⋅ V_Encarnated ⋅ r/consolerepair
Imported this Wonderswan Color for $11 as broken. It didn't come with the battery holder so I had to improvise. Fixed the power button and it works fine. Now I have to polish the lens.4yr ⋅ strra ⋅ r/consolerepair
I got this beauty for cheap. Reflowed it’s but still has the YLOD. What can I do next?2yr ⋅ Klabatski ⋅ r/consolerepair
What glue or adhesive is best for putting this screen back on? I used super glue on my other DMG and that was a mistake. Would a simple glue stick work?2yr ⋅ Wootytooty ⋅ r/consolerepair
Bought a old gameboy pocket for 5€ and he told me that only the screen is defect, he tried to repair it .... bruh... but is it? or just buy a ips screen ?2mo ⋅ _Maga_- ⋅ r/consolerepair
Do you build some sort of attachment to the stuff you’ve fixed? I can’t sell what I fixed to make any profit!1yr ⋅ badrillex ⋅ r/consolerepair
Red left rubber ring is missing (I blame the dog) is there any way to repair or replace this?1yr ⋅ dalhazves ⋅ r/consolerepair
I can't afford a proper bench power supply so I made my own janktastic one with most of what I should need for testing consoles4yr ⋅ strra ⋅ r/consolerepair
Launch Xbox One - Am I Screwed? Scored Mobo (more info in comments)1yr ⋅ Bringback-T_D ⋅ r/consolerepair
PS2 slim Thrift store find $8 with original cords, just needs a laser.3yr ⋅ moarturnips ⋅ r/consolerepair
Ps1 boot up error, has anyone ever seen this error causing the licensed by text to appear like that? It like this with multiple game and disc readers.2yr ⋅ Dannhayahh ⋅ r/consolerepair
NES had these rattling around in the AC power/AV box on the board. Are they important?1yr ⋅ LtJimmyRay ⋅ r/consolerepair
I have this issue where if I put any kind of original Xbox disk it just brings me to this screen, if anyone knows how to fix this problem i’d appreciate knowing how!1yr ⋅ Ice_Today ⋅ r/consolerepair
Having fun with oscilloscope. Measuring and adjusting my PS1 console laser.1yr ⋅ homiteus ⋅ r/consolerepair
What would you do with a shell this yellowed? I'm torn between whitening and painting. The only reason I wouldn't want to retro bright it is the labels fading.3yr ⋅ DeckardTBechard ⋅ 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
Cleaning a fan for a PS2 fat model with IPA and this happened.6mo ⋅ Lanky-Peak-2222 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Probably my favorite console and favorite to repair. Picked up this backwards compadible play station 3 as a for parts console from a thrift store and I brought it back to life today3yr ⋅ Ialsofuckedyourdad ⋅ r/consolerepair
Nintendo Switch only works on this third party dock. I have replaced the USB-C port already. Any advice?1yr ⋅ lauxpez ⋅ r/consolerepair
PS2 controls have no vibration. So I tried every DualShock I have and none seem to work on this ps2 I found in my schools basement. The controls work perfectly fine but they just don’t vibrate. Any ideas on what’s going on?1yr ⋅ Chibulls2012 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Picked up this Xbox 360 Slim off Craigslist for free, had the RRoD, little bit of flux and heat on the CPU, new paint job to mask the damaged casing and boom! A reliable yet sleek little Halo machine.4yr ⋅ SL9M ⋅ r/consolerepair
Thought it would be a cute hobby to try and repair for-parts consoles. I think I might be done with this hobby (Wii)😅🤢1yr ⋅ captainsilver02 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Gameboy pocket no sound through speaker, but headphones work. I have tried: new speaker, new caps, switching headphone jacks, switching speaker polarity. Any ideas?1yr ⋅ SweetHomeNibiru ⋅ r/consolerepair
I recently replaced the bottom screen on my ds lite, and now both my screens look like this, the top screen worked before, and the sound and touch screen both work. Does anyone know what I did wrong and how I can fix it? Thanks1yr ⋅ DetectiveKeith ⋅ r/consolerepair
My DS game is unreadable - tried to clean the contacts with isopropyl alcohol but didn't worked8mo ⋅ asakk ⋅ r/consolerepair
When I put my DS Lite back together the top screen is slightly off center. I know it very hard to tell but it annoys the ever living shit of of me. Would anyone know how to fix it?2yr ⋅ lawzzz2 ⋅ r/consolerepair
This Wavebird just came in, necessary deep clean and stick replacements aside, how would you remove these scratches?3yr ⋅ nrq ⋅ r/consolerepair
working on fixing this gameboy but after getting the battery contacts sorted out the start button doesn't work.2yr ⋅ Thrashtilldeath67 ⋅ r/consolerepair
I was installing an xstation into a PS1 and lifted pins from the SPU by mistake. Is this fixable?1yr ⋅ RIPSegataSanshiro ⋅ r/consolerepair
is it possible to bend this pin back into place on my Nintendo switch lite charging port?1yr ⋅ cdmurphy83 ⋅ r/consolerepair
screen not showing full picture. is it a loose cable or need new screen?1yr ⋅ PushedBrick1695 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Got my n64 back from a friend with a cartridge stuck in it. Tried tweezers to no avail. Help?1yr ⋅ Dookiecookiewastaken ⋅ r/consolerepair
After Many years i tried my N64 again and found out it had died on me. Does Anyone have Tips for making it work?3yr ⋅ Fokkzel ⋅ r/consolerepair
Repair time! Got these at goodwill for $13.50(half price). In very good shape, but the joysticks are thrashed and drift all over the place. Heard this is an easy job but we shall see...3yr ⋅ RealGameCulture ⋅ r/consolerepair
First Xbox one s mosfet repair done and a success! Thanks to the fellow resistors who have posted their knowledge! The client will be over the moon happy about it!3yr ⋅ Brendyn_Mohr ⋅ r/consolerepair
Don’t know a lot about electronic components, can anyone tell me what might have caused this?1yr ⋅ Darth_Caustic ⋅ r/consolerepair
My Super Bomberman cart is one I repaired with a bodge a while back. After research, I found that a Japanese game, Senkyo Fever! Fever!, had the exact same PCB so I imported one for $2.59 shipped and did a board swap.4yr ⋅ strra ⋅ r/consolerepair
Just picked up this AGB-001 from a guy at a garage sale. Said it was his childhood Gameboy and it hasn't worked in years so I thought I'd try fixing it. After opening it up, it looks like it had been in a flood or something since it's covered in corrosion. Is there anything I can do or is it junk?3yr ⋅ ytZer0 ⋅ r/consolerepair
I was fixing my joycons and put everything back together. But now the sd card isn’t reading and all my deta is gone for now1yr ⋅ Ok-Reporter-8728 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Got this 3001a for free, can it be jailbroken without having to run hen over and over? Also should I change the thermal paste and if yes how hard is it?2yr ⋅ Klabatski ⋅ r/consolerepair
What “colour” is this case? Needs a new battery cover and I want something the same for resale. Also how to fix lcd burn pictured?2yr ⋅ extralcr ⋅ r/consolerepair
Hi, I asked a repair shop to clean my PS4 slim but when I got it back the power on & eject button wouldn't work anymore - the console still turns on with the controller though. I decided to open it up using my father's screwdrivers and I found this. What the hell is that?3yr ⋅ gargantua97 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Killed my Xbox one S trying to repaste the CPU. Is this salvageable or just ewaste?5mo ⋅ TheNewRoad ⋅ r/consolerepair
Just imported this Sony PSX from Japan. Works ok, but it's got these nasty stains on top. Any thoughts on removing them?3yr ⋅ Silent_Bort ⋅ r/consolerepair
Just did my first game gear recap. Was nice since all I've been doing lately was modern stuff.2yr ⋅ XtremeD86 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Accidentally stripped the right Joycon side rail screw, any ideas on how I can unscrew it?3yr ⋅ KirinFire ⋅ r/consolerepair
Is this ps2 missing something? What is the open spot there on the back?1yr ⋅ 3johnny2 ⋅ r/consolerepair
I bought this damaged Switch thinking it will be an easy fix. Turns out the fix was not what I expected I had to do. Any tips? I am new to this. What do you think happened here?2yr ⋅ Hidnut ⋅ r/consolerepair
I keep System updating this Xbox and it won't update, is it something within the motherboard I need to replace?1yr ⋅ AndzyHero13 ⋅ r/consolerepair
I have a modded Nintendo switch light and idk how to unmod it. Dose anyone know how7mo ⋅ massmerder12342 ⋅ r/consolerepair
I opened the case for a Sega Genesis to clean and this piece fell out. Does anyone know what exactly this is and where it goes?3yr ⋅ blackbird9495 ⋅ r/consolerepair
First Xbox 360 repairs! Picked em all up for $50. Super excited to start working on em!4yr ⋅ Spider19_ ⋅ r/consolerepair
Bought a Sega Master System II from Ebay (listed very good condition) and all these dead flies came out through back power hole as I kept shaking for 20 minutes. Is this normal? Do I need to open up the whole unit? And is this safe to use?1yr ⋅ NotesfromH ⋅ r/consolerepair
Now working PS3 CECHE01 (backwards compatible) and the broken fan I replaced.1yr ⋅ MyPokemonRedName ⋅ r/consolerepair
How do I fix a wii that wont sync to remotes?...a cat peed on the wii1yr ⋅ nathanninjacube ⋅ r/consolerepair
Bought XB1S for parts with a bad hard drive and disc drive. For $65 total, it's now perfectly working and upgraded to an SSD.5yr ⋅ strra ⋅ r/consolerepair
I didn't pay much for it. (the game is Final Fantasy Adventure) any suggestions on what to do with it?1yr ⋅ EcstaticPangolin3935 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Well, opened up my dads original xbox that was in the attic. at this point, it’s safe to say it’s a lost cause. gonna try and salvage it though.2yr ⋅ TheDogeRealm ⋅ r/consolerepair
Picture funny on megadrive. All the cables work on another megadrive so it’s not the cables. Any help would be appreciated3yr ⋅ Slyly_Highley ⋅ r/consolerepair
Cleaning controller shell. (anyone know a way to get the gunk out of the words/numbers?)4yr ⋅ Litpunk ⋅ r/consolerepair
Just got a new screen for my PSP 3000 but it has dead pixels? Is there any way to fix this?3yr ⋅ BDL2004 ⋅ r/consolerepair
The Sign of a Dying Console; Does this everytime it is in sleep mode1yr ⋅ Nearby_Strike ⋅ r/consolerepair
Going to repair my first console soon, I’ve noticed this gap in the top of my Nintendo switch vent, I’ve tried googling replacement parts, couldn’t find it, could barely find anything about the top vent, my switch also has overheating problems, can I leave this part? I don’t think I can replace it1yr ⋅ llsheriffll ⋅ r/consolerepair
Anyone have any ideas as to how I should remove these two pesky buggers? They’re stripped and rusted.2yr ⋅ Keldeo_7923 ⋅ r/consolerepair
what is the best way to reuse original SNES cartridge label in replacement shell?1yr ⋅ FJ_NM ⋅ r/consolerepair
Just bought this lot of PS3s and Xbox 360 slims from Craigslist All for $50!! It’s Fixing Time3yr ⋅ MajesticCowboy3 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Last-ditch effort; where should I try to reflow to fix this non-starting vita?3yr ⋅ PublicPolicyAdvocate ⋅ r/consolerepair
Epic haul, all broken. Any advice on where to start would be helpful.2mo ⋅ Lanky-Peak-2222 ⋅ r/consolerepair
My childhood pokewalker with all the WiFi courses on it broke over the years in storage. Anyone know how I could recover those courses with a new pokewalker?3yr ⋅ BisonAthlete92 ⋅ r/consolerepair
Dropped something on my switch, and now the screen looks like this. Any tips?2yr ⋅ Dungeondweller55 ⋅ r/consolerepair
