Sweet video man, a great product for preserving rubber parts and keeping them like new is 303 aerospace protectant. It will prevent the rubber from cracking and drying out. It is used by classic car restorers to keep all the rubber bits on old cars that you can’t buy anymore in good shape. It worked miracles on my 94 Viper, the removable hard top would squeak like crazy cuz the rubber seals were hard. I coated them in the 303 over night and the next morning they were super soft and no more squeaks.
the way technology has gone in the last 30 years is like night and day...... however the way a controller pad works has remained exactly the same with the membranes. Nice job
I used this cleaning process 25 years ago when I was in my teens. I found that one of the membranes had actually ripped before I even opened it. It still works, but it's no longer ultra responsive.
Nevermind my original comment! There are Nintendo brand rubbers on eBay though. Really sucks we can't just get the rubbers at KB Toys or Toys R Us, like you could years ago. Really miss both stores.
Good stuff dude. I'm going to have to try the dmg buttons in a NES controller... I have modded many NES and dmgs yet didn't notice the buttons were the same!
Sweet two great NES controller mod videos in one day. The HandleBarGamer did a nice one as well. He just switched out PCBs on one of the new NES Classic Controllers. 1:1 fit.
This video is great for someone like me who wants to try modding more stuff but isn’t sure where to start. I’m totally gonna try this! And watching you clean 30 years of “human skin cells” (ew) out of the controller cavities was oddly satisfying.
My NES controllers (one that had gotten a large amount of Coke/Pepsi/whatever brown soda spilled on it probably sometimes in the 80s) cleaned up exceptionally well when I soaked the plastic parts in warm water and Dawn dish soap for an hour or so. Toothbrush to scrub the finer detail parts and they look "fresh from the package" new. Luckily the plastic hadn't yellowed on mine yet. New carbon pads for the buttons from Console5 and it's like brand new OEM controllers. Beautiful thing.
nowonmetube I’ve tried using SNES buttons in an NES controller. They have those extra spurs that act as “keys” to fit in the proper holes in the shell that can easily be cut off. The problem is, there is a depth difference in the button itself. SNES buttons are already more shallow, rim to center, so when you put them in place they are already pressing down on the membranes and they don’t work properly. Not sure if Nintendo did that on purpose or what? All kinds of Gameboy replacement buttons are available on eBay and online stores, in tons of colors. Those actually are the correct depth. Hopefully this helps, even though I’m very late to this party. ☹️
I have used on the rubber membranes inside the controller belt dressing from the auto parts store or even armor all soaking the parts in that to bring back the spring and moisturize the rubber
Funny thing is that the Hyperkin Cadet is using those Game Boy-style buttons now with the NES controller. Honestly, the Hyperkin Cadet is actually just as good as the OEM controller. I use both of them interchangeably, and you honestly can't go wrong with either of them. For the OEM controller I use a 3D-printed grip to prevent sore thumbs. Nice video! :)
There are lots of replacement NES button pads that work great and feel perfect, but it is hard to recommend one specific model from an Chinese seller on eBay since they aren't branded and just come in generic packaging. They are cheap enough that it is worth ordering a few at a time and see if you like them. I have found several with that really nice snap and original "like new" feel when I replace original worn out pads with the new ones.
You can actually take off the vinyl sticker on the front of the controller. There is an access hole inside that will allow you to take a Q-tip to push up and lift it off . Store it on a piece of wax paper, and you are good to go to clean without worrying about damaging the adhesive.
I think using silicone spray can also restore the rubber membranes. it works with O rings, just put them in a cup or something and keep them there for a while. then clean them off and reinstall them
As I'm sure many others have said, q-tips are great for getting in small spaces like the button holes, also decals have the clear piece over the face of the decal so you can peel off the paper backing and remove the clear sheet after the decal has been applied. It makes it easier to line things up and not warp the decal.
This is definitely my procedure when I get used stuff. The real fun is when you open a controller and find something dead or sometimes still alive in it...
I had a used dmg that I took everywhere for a few months and played Tetris on I didnt have tools to open it at the time but when I did I found out I was playing Tetris on a portable cockroach graveyard
Personally I prefer the concave NES buttons so a few years back when I backlit/biverted a DMG I put in some aftermarket NES buttons in my DMG. Love em. I have to say that the darker color of the DMG buttons really go well with that Nintendo Power sticker.
I kept forgetting where I heard the "boil the membranes" thing from. Should have known it was Voultar, lol. EDIT: Just did it on my SNES controller. Excellent.
"Not sure of the best cleaning method? IPA it away." Not sure if this suggestion would be something you'd be interested in trying out but, it would be neat to see you attempt to make your own custom or recreation of a NES controller. Your own design for the board and casing or use the original designs and start from scratch.
Voultar, you know there’s the 2 unused points on the top right of the pcb? That’s 5v and a Ground, just waiting to be tapped into. I’ve already done some LED mods, just need a 330 ohm resistor.
Can’t believe how timely this is for me considering I was just about to restore two pads (and an NES Max) after throwing a Linux SOC into an NES shell. These were my original pads (and shell) and It surprised me how well they’ve aged in thirty years.
Is it possible to make a custom NES controller that looks like a normal OEM controller shell, however it has a hidden turbo feature/Macro that is self contained, and runs on original NES console. Where you could set a direction on the DPAD to have turbo as well as B button with Turbo function? Also would it be possible to do this while "hiding" the turbo/macro switch from plain view?
My mother's NES had some worn-out buttons, but unlike yours where it was because of dirt, those ones were straight-up damaged. Luckily a couple of my 3rd party controllers use the exact membranes, so I was able to replace them.
If you like the feeling of the DMG Gameboy Buttons on the NES Controller, you'd probably love the feeling of the opposite. Seriously, I did the same mod to both my NES Controller and DMG Gameboy, I highly recommend it.
I used to use a toothbrush like that, but now I have a bottle brush that I use on button holes. I couldn't find one with the bristle size that I wanted, so I got one designed for baby bottles (you can find these in the baby section of pretty much any store, I got mine at Walmart) and trimmed the bristles down with scissors.
One IMPORTANT tip not mentioned in the video is make certain ALL parts are dry before reassembling your controller or console. In this case it was all IPA so it will dry fine but IF you soak the parts or clean them with soap and water putting it back together wet is a big no no. Most of us probably know this but this video is aimed at the repair/modding novice so they may not know any better.
Nice! As for the AB buttons and DPAD rubber membranes I can really recommend buying those transparent ones from aliexpress. Don't let the "Chinese quality" fool you. They're really well made and fit perfectly as a replacement for the original ones. Pretty cheap in bulk buy also. If you're not feeling certain, you can always buy one set for like a dollar or two (shipped), wait a month and try it out for yourself :-)
I use q-tips for the button holes and the membranes. Covered in a generous amount of alcohol, they take a surprise amount of crap off, plus they are SUPER gentle on the membranes. Go once with the wet side, then once with the dry side.
Interesting restoration technique that use boiling just the like membranes, if you have a bass guitar and do not have the money for a new set of strings, if you boil them for 20 mins or so you can breath new life into them.
submerging in dawn dish soap/water mix doesn't damage the membrane, however, better safe than sorry :). Alcohol is a good cleaner but it can strip away decal prints and other such as the Nintendo logo on the toaster style NES. Window cleaner has always worked better for me without damage. I also would recommend cotton swabs for the membranes instead of a tooth brush as a tooth brush can be a little hard on it.
I never thought about boiling the membranes. When I did a restoration on my one NES controller (retrobrited the back piece after some heavy cleaning), the membranes felt fine, but I knew the contacts were iffy. I forget what I specifically did, but we had some kind of contact cleaner that I used for it. Worked great. I then followed up on a PS1 controller afterwards. I also never thought about doing a button swap either. I think there's a 5v power rail I can tap into so I may actually try finding aftermarket clear buttons for a gameboy and see about putting an LED in the controller itself (there is some room in it). Would be pretty neat.
I bought a box od NOS of doc's and noticed that the membranes were a little smaller idk if it got like that over time or production was not up to part but I didn't use them. Same for the D pad and buttons they included. The only repair kit that's brought me justice and still use today has been the repairbox of hyperkin since the sizing is correct and the texture on the rubber contacts is done correct. You should give them a try if you can find some.
I usually strafe the black dots from silicone pads on white paper, just to remove some of that shiny material that forms after a while. Actually idk if I'm doing good or bad, I just like to do it.
I had those controller stickers from Nintendo in the early 90's. Also, that's not proper vinyl application technique. You leave the front sticker on while applying so it holds shape and you have overhang to hold onto while lining it up. Same for automotive decals, or most phone glass screen protectors..
Hey if you love the NES MAX like me try this simple mod I made (I promise is not a Xbox 360 joystick) atariage.com/forums/topic/268166-love-the-nes-max-but-hate-the-cycloid-add-a-d-pad/?fromsearch=1
Step 1 take apart controller..... Step 2 separate circuit board and screws from the plastic pieces Step 3 mix bleach and water it doesnt even have to be warm... Step 4 dump plastic into the mix and just leave it for a few hours..... Step 5 use a q-tip and distilled white vinegar to clean the circiut.....you should use a damp cloth to clean the cord(hold the cord between the cloth and gently pull)- you want to clean it untill theres no more black dirt coming off it you will be surprised how dirty that cord is trust me..... Step 6 after soaking use water to rinse the plastics (be carefull not to drop buttons down the drain)then air dry them untill theres no water inside any screw holes or anything.... Step 7 re-assemble your sanitised controller.... Easy......
the best tool for cleaning the holes is the same tool that use to clean paintguns very cheap small circular naylon brush gloogle and you will find this tool easily
I was a little doubtful about the boiling thing, but I just tried it on my AV Famicom's dogbones that were really hard and not that responsive compared to my original NES pads and ... It made them quite a bit softer ... I was worried at first, but they are actually way more responsive now ! (tested on Castlevania 3, seemed like a good rectivity test) I find that 45 secs in the water is the right time. I tried less, but it didn't work so well. I'd still be cautious with that trick, but still, thank you for that !
Should Q-Tip & IPA Those button holes instead of doing what you were doing with the toothbrush. Much faster and you get everything out. I agree with taking a toothrush to the inside of the plastic however.
I'd caution others to be careful with the strength of the rubbing alcohol they use. I used 99% to clean my NES and wiped part of the logo right off of it.
I boiled the membranes of a genesis controller I bought recently. The buttons are feeling like new ! Thanks a lot for the tip 😀
So it seems to work, that's good news!
Sweet video man, a great product for preserving rubber parts and keeping them like new is 303 aerospace protectant. It will prevent the rubber from cracking and drying out. It is used by classic car restorers to keep all the rubber bits on old cars that you can’t buy anymore in good shape. It worked miracles on my 94 Viper, the removable hard top would squeak like crazy cuz the rubber seals were hard. I coated them in the 303 over night and the next morning they were super soft and no more squeaks.
Nutz4Gunz45 great tip! I'm going to start using that on my controllers!
the way technology has gone in the last 30 years is like night and day...... however the way a controller pad works has remained exactly the same with the membranes. Nice job
I used this cleaning process 25 years ago when I was in my teens. I found that one of the membranes had actually ripped before I even opened it. It still works, but it's no longer ultra responsive.
Nevermind my original comment! There are Nintendo brand rubbers on eBay though.
Really sucks we can't just get the rubbers at KB Toys or Toys R Us, like you could years ago. Really miss both stores.
That sticker is so misaligned that it gave my OCD cancer
I'll boil them membranes on the stove at the same time I bake my Virtual Boy screens in the oven.
That is how I clean my stupid games.
Game Sack in the summer I prefer to grill them
i prefer to mircowave them.
Another good tip is to pour some caustic soda into a bath and throw all your consoles and controllers into it, gets them really clean.
thanks. cleaned my dreamcast right up!
I love how professional Voultar sounds and yet is not above slipping in a quick "That's what she said" in his video. :D
Slick. I be liking those "convex" GameBoy buttons.
Q-Tips my dude, is the perfect solution for what you're looking for.
Just what I was thinking...
Same here
@@hellishfire5689 comment was made 2 years ago they're probably dead irl
Good stuff dude. I'm going to have to try the dmg buttons in a NES controller... I have modded many NES and dmgs yet didn't notice the buttons were the same!
I would like to thank Voultar for helping me restore a nasty Nintendo game pad manufactured in December of 1991! I did it!
Sweet two great NES controller mod videos in one day. The HandleBarGamer did a nice one as well. He just switched out PCBs on one of the new NES Classic Controllers. 1:1 fit.
"im just gonna start rubbing this out"
oh I know all about that
Is this before, or after we strap on?
Just remember not to get that Peter North Special Sauce on any solder joints.
This video is great for someone like me who wants to try modding more stuff but isn’t sure where to start. I’m totally gonna try this! And watching you clean 30 years of “human skin cells” (ew) out of the controller cavities was oddly satisfying.
At least it was his own human skin cells. Its kinda gross cleaning controllers you find in the wild. Who knows what they did to those controllers.
My favorite part is the brushing on the membranes. Very ASMR!
charvelgtrs that is a very good point.
Right??! Everyone can do something like this and have a fun, sensual time!
Well, not everyone. I'll likely find some way to break the Gameboy buttons too.
My NES controllers (one that had gotten a large amount of Coke/Pepsi/whatever brown soda spilled on it probably sometimes in the 80s) cleaned up exceptionally well when I soaked the plastic parts in warm water and Dawn dish soap for an hour or so. Toothbrush to scrub the finer detail parts and they look "fresh from the package" new. Luckily the plastic hadn't yellowed on mine yet. New carbon pads for the buttons from Console5 and it's like brand new OEM controllers. Beautiful thing.
Great video! The cleaning part is the first thing I do with any used controller I pick up!
AAAAH NOOO you messed up the tension lock!
Now what are we going to do when our little sibling trips over the cable! It'g going to pull the Nintendo down AND wreck the controller.
@@npiper the problem is actually the connection
For the record, future Ste Kulov came back in time to tell me to purposely break that Gameboy for the purposes of creating this next viral video.
I didn't know DMG buttons fit into NES controllers. Mind blown.
Looks like snes buttons would fit as well... Seriously
Same
nowonmetube I’ve tried using SNES buttons in an NES controller. They have those extra spurs that act as “keys” to fit in the proper holes in the shell that can easily be cut off. The problem is, there is a depth difference in the button itself. SNES buttons are already more shallow, rim to center, so when you put them in place they are already pressing down on the membranes and they don’t work properly. Not sure if Nintendo did that on purpose or what? All kinds of Gameboy replacement buttons are available on eBay and online stores, in tons of colors. Those actually are the correct depth. Hopefully this helps, even though I’m very late to this party. ☹️
I have used on the rubber membranes inside the controller belt dressing from the auto parts store or even armor all soaking the parts in that to bring back the spring and moisturize the rubber
Great video. I think I'll take all my controllers apart tonight and give them a good clean.
Funny thing is that the Hyperkin Cadet is using those Game Boy-style buttons now with the NES controller. Honestly, the Hyperkin Cadet is actually just as good as the OEM controller. I use both of them interchangeably, and you honestly can't go wrong with either of them. For the OEM controller I use a 3D-printed grip to prevent sore thumbs. Nice video! :)
Well, I know what I’m going with my spare game boys this weekend!
There are lots of replacement NES button pads that work great and feel perfect, but it is hard to recommend one specific model from an Chinese seller on eBay since they aren't branded and just come in generic packaging. They are cheap enough that it is worth ordering a few at a time and see if you like them. I have found several with that really nice snap and original "like new" feel when I replace original worn out pads with the new ones.
Watching you clean the gunk out of that controller makes me want to crack open all my old controllers and deep clean them lmao
Indeedddddd
Very nice. I never would have thought of swapping in the Game Boy buttons. Now I want to gut one of my NES pads to try this.
Omg I LOVE the idea of taking Game Boy buttons and put them on the NES controller - can't believe I haven't thought of that, have to try it!! :D
You can actually take off the vinyl sticker on the front of the controller. There is an access hole inside that will allow you to take a Q-tip to push up and lift it off . Store it on a piece of wax paper, and you are good to go to clean without worrying about damaging the adhesive.
I think using silicone spray can also restore the rubber membranes.
it works with O rings, just put them in a cup or something and keep them there for a while.
then clean them off and reinstall them
As I'm sure many others have said, q-tips are great for getting in small spaces like the button holes, also decals have the clear piece over the face of the decal so you can peel off the paper backing and remove the clear sheet after the decal has been applied. It makes it easier to line things up and not warp the decal.
Very relaxing video ! Thank you sir !
*"Wife: i wish you clean the house like you clean those junk u put on UA-cam"*
*-Husband has left the house-*
I had no idea the DMG buttons dropped right into an NES controller! I like the concave buttons just fine but, variety is always a good thing ^_^
This is definitely my procedure when I get used stuff. The real fun is when you open a controller and find something dead or sometimes still alive in it...
You... have issues...
Jus sayin'...
I found a dead rat in a Sega Saturn once. Thanks for your comment bud
@@twee881 htf did it get in?
I had a used dmg that I took everywhere for a few months and played Tetris on I didnt have tools to open it at the time but when I did I found out I was playing Tetris on a portable cockroach graveyard
You didn't clean the 30 years of gunk from the cable!
Keith Gable is worried about the cable.... Sounds like a Dr. Seuss spinoff.
I really, seriously enjoy the casual swearing. The more off-handed the more I enjoy it.
Personally I prefer the concave NES buttons so a few years back when I backlit/biverted a DMG I put in some aftermarket NES buttons in my DMG. Love em. I have to say that the darker color of the DMG buttons really go well with that Nintendo Power sticker.
I kept forgetting where I heard the "boil the membranes" thing from. Should have known it was Voultar, lol.
EDIT: Just did it on my SNES controller. Excellent.
"Not sure of the best cleaning method? IPA it away."
Not sure if this suggestion would be something you'd be interested in trying out but, it would be neat to see you attempt to make your own custom or recreation of a NES controller. Your own design for the board and casing or use the original designs and start from scratch.
Beautiful mod, where can i find these nintendo power stickers?
"That's what she said"
Fucking killed me mate, lol
Can confirm boiling the pads did a help a bit in terms of response. Thanks Voultar. Had a SNES controller that had semi weak pads.
Voultar, you know there’s the 2 unused points on the top right of the pcb? That’s 5v and a Ground, just waiting to be tapped into. I’ve already done some LED mods, just need a 330 ohm resistor.
At the beginning, that controller sure looks, let's say... well loved 8^D
Evidently some people do X^D
Super rad video! I like how you used the gameboy buttons!
Can’t believe how timely this is for me considering I was just about to restore two pads (and an NES Max) after throwing a Linux SOC into an NES shell. These were my original pads (and shell) and It surprised me how well they’ve aged in thirty years.
Is it possible to make a custom NES controller that looks like a normal OEM controller shell, however it has a hidden turbo feature/Macro that is self contained, and runs on original NES console. Where you could set a direction on the DPAD to have turbo as well as B button with Turbo function? Also would it be possible to do this while "hiding" the turbo/macro switch from plain view?
My mother's NES had some worn-out buttons, but unlike yours where it was because of dirt, those ones were straight-up damaged. Luckily a couple of my 3rd party controllers use the exact membranes, so I was able to replace them.
For any of you wondering which 3rd party controller's membranes I used. I used a Turbo Tech NES controller.
If you like the feeling of the DMG Gameboy Buttons on the NES Controller, you'd probably love the feeling of the opposite. Seriously, I did the same mod to both my NES Controller and DMG Gameboy, I highly recommend it.
I used to use a toothbrush like that, but now I have a bottle brush that I use on button holes. I couldn't find one with the bristle size that I wanted, so I got one designed for baby bottles (you can find these in the baby section of pretty much any store, I got mine at Walmart) and trimmed the bristles down with scissors.
One IMPORTANT tip not mentioned in the video is make certain ALL parts are dry before reassembling your controller or console. In this case it was all IPA so it will dry fine but IF you soak the parts or clean them with soap and water putting it back together wet is a big no no. Most of us probably know this but this video is aimed at the repair/modding novice so they may not know any better.
Nice! As for the AB buttons and DPAD rubber membranes I can really recommend buying those transparent ones from aliexpress. Don't let the "Chinese quality" fool you. They're really well made and fit perfectly as a replacement for the original ones. Pretty cheap in bulk buy also. If you're not feeling certain, you can always buy one set for like a dollar or two (shipped), wait a month and try it out for yourself :-)
The DMG D-Pad is a Tad smaller than the NES one thats why you see that it moves so much in the case of the NES Controller
I use q-tips for the button holes and the membranes. Covered in a generous amount of alcohol, they take a surprise amount of crap off, plus they are SUPER gentle on the membranes. Go once with the wet side, then once with the dry side.
Great video, but i believe you meant convex not concave in reference to the Game Boy buttons.
Keep up the great videos.
Interesting restoration technique that use boiling just the like membranes, if you have a bass guitar and do not have the money for a new set of strings, if you boil them for 20 mins or so you can breath new life into them.
I've been restoring a lot of these controllers and still learned new stuff in this video. Really cool! :D
IPA on a q-tip for loosening grime in those button cavities, dry q-tips to remove the dirt!
15:08 the “convex” buttons are a smart idea. I’d like to do this with my controller
I did this mod it is really cool! Love the convex buttons
submerging in dawn dish soap/water mix doesn't damage the membrane, however, better safe than sorry :). Alcohol is a good cleaner but it can strip away decal prints and other such as the Nintendo logo on the toaster style NES. Window cleaner has always worked better for me without damage. I also would recommend cotton swabs for the membranes instead of a tooth brush as a tooth brush can be a little hard on it.
Excellent work! The nostalgia game is strong!
An example as of how delicate those rubber parts are, I accidently ripped B button rubber part a few times just from taking it out of the controller
i took a generic replacement controller, and put a 555 timer circuit in it for a rapid-fire button!! worked really good!
Voultar the clear tape on top of the sticker is transfer tape its to help you align the sticker so it doesnt flex and is all even
I never thought about boiling the membranes. When I did a restoration on my one NES controller (retrobrited the back piece after some heavy cleaning), the membranes felt fine, but I knew the contacts were iffy. I forget what I specifically did, but we had some kind of contact cleaner that I used for it. Worked great. I then followed up on a PS1 controller afterwards.
I also never thought about doing a button swap either. I think there's a 5v power rail I can tap into so I may actually try finding aftermarket clear buttons for a gameboy and see about putting an LED in the controller itself (there is some room in it). Would be pretty neat.
thank you lord voultar. Please do more of these.
I bought a box od NOS of doc's and noticed that the membranes were a little smaller idk if it got like that over time or production was not up to part but I didn't use them. Same for the D pad and buttons they included. The only repair kit that's brought me justice and still use today has been the repairbox of hyperkin since the sizing is correct and the texture on the rubber contacts is done correct. You should give them a try if you can find some.
That transparent film on the stickers is called transfer film, it's there to keep the sticker from deforming when applied :))
I repaired my NES pads when I was a kid with the Doc's kit. I still have one of controllers.
That was my controller sticker growing up ;)
The Gameboy buttons, awesome.
I usually strafe the black dots from silicone pads on white paper, just to remove some of that shiny material that forms after a while.
Actually idk if I'm doing good or bad, I just like to do it.
" It is quitttttteee dirty " - voultar 😆
I really would like to see more controller refurbish tutorials my PS2 dual shock d pad is spongy af
"Ill just take my IPA and drown this shit."
good quote right there
You should consider using a qtip instead of a toothbrush for cleaning. Great video!
What a great video to build confidence for beginners! Good job man!
I've came across a few controllers in the wild with Doc's Fix A Pad orange d-pads on them :) They're not worth a lot, but I think they look cool :)
Ugh all your videos give me blue balls because you don't show it in use afterwards.
What just happened
You're... A... Woman. You can't get blue balls wtf
@@rjnash2610 it's a TRAP?!
Whoa this is thorough! I thought you were gonna spray Windex on it and call it good. Great video!
The game boy buttons are convex right? You said concave
No he said nes were concave
@@EPICZAMZ No, he said the gameboy buttons where concave at 15:08
Yes they are convex. He made a mistake.
4:50, mmmm, Test Drive 2 - The Duel theme
I had those controller stickers from Nintendo in the early 90's.
Also, that's not proper vinyl application technique.
You leave the front sticker on while applying so it holds shape and you have overhang to hold onto while lining it up.
Same for automotive decals, or most phone glass screen protectors..
My favorite vintage controller would have to be the NES MAX Controller and the Reality Quest Glove for the N64 ts unique.
Nicotine build up. If from a smokers home.
Vulcanization of the rubber, I'll have to try that sir.
Hey if you love the NES MAX like me try this simple mod I made (I promise is not a Xbox 360 joystick)
atariage.com/forums/topic/268166-love-the-nes-max-but-hate-the-cycloid-add-a-d-pad/?fromsearch=1
great minds sir, this is how i restored 5 snes controllers a few years back, same method.
@Voultar If i may.. you should get a hookah brush to clean those button holes.
Our greatgrand kids may be able to clone us from our old gamepads
3:18 IPA? Using India Pale Ale to clean a controller? What a waste of beer.
Wasn't there a clear piece on the top of the decal? Should have kept it on there to help line it up. Similar to transfer paper when doing vinyl.
Yuuup thinking about the same, and that its not only similar, its really transfer paper, and its there to use it and help you.
Step 1 take apart controller.....
Step 2 separate circuit board and screws from the plastic pieces
Step 3 mix bleach and water it doesnt even have to be warm...
Step 4 dump plastic into the mix and just leave it for a few hours.....
Step 5 use a q-tip and distilled white vinegar to clean the circiut.....you should use a damp cloth to clean the cord(hold the cord between the cloth and gently pull)- you want to clean it untill theres no more black dirt coming off it you will be surprised how dirty that cord is trust me.....
Step 6 after soaking use water to rinse the plastics (be carefull not to drop buttons down the drain)then air dry them untill theres no water inside any screw holes or anything....
Step 7 re-assemble your sanitised controller....
Easy......
Nice video.. That sticker application though..
Welp, guess I'll be keeping an eye out for scrapped gameboys in the wild now, just to harvest the buttons for my NES controllers.
I just realized you have such few videos on your channel. We need MOAARR!
Awesome video
Legit excited to watch this vid
the best tool for cleaning the holes is the same tool that use to clean paintguns very cheap small circular naylon brush gloogle and you will find this tool easily
I was a little doubtful about the boiling thing, but I just tried it on my AV Famicom's dogbones that were really hard and not that responsive compared to my original NES pads and ... It made them quite a bit softer ... I was worried at first, but they are actually way more responsive now ! (tested on Castlevania 3, seemed like a good rectivity test) I find that 45 secs in the water is the right time. I tried less, but it didn't work so well. I'd still be cautious with that trick, but still, thank you for that !
I used to boil Xbox 360 DVD tray rubber bands to fix stuck tray problems. If the motor was still good it worked like a charm!
Should Q-Tip & IPA Those button holes instead of doing what you were doing with the toothbrush. Much faster and you get everything out.
I agree with taking a toothrush to the inside of the plastic however.
Put nes controller d-pad and buttons in a DMG gameboy. Just add the ips screen mod and you have the best gameboy ever.
I'd caution others to be careful with the strength of the rubbing alcohol they use. I used 99% to clean my NES and wiped part of the logo right off of it.