Check out the Animal Crossing New Horizons design I made for the Switch Lite! Here is the tutorial on how to make one: ruclips.net/video/TEv1LZozRoU/видео.html
Timestamps for ALL SCREWS -------------------------------------- Just taking some personal timestamp notes for the screws! Kinda messy notes since they were for myself but if you can figure them out I hope it helps! TOTAL SCREWS: 48 (to keep track) 1:47 - x 4 Back Screws - x2 Top Screws - x 2 Bottom Screws 2:25 - x3 Silver x1 Gold Shield Screws 3:03 - x3 Copper Heat Pipe Screws 3:25 - x7 Game Card & Audio Screws 3:44 - x3 Black Fan Screws 4:07 - x2 Gold ZL - x2 Gold ZR 5:06 - x1 Gold Left Speaker - x1 Gold Right Speaker 5:39 - x2 Gold Left Board - x2 Gold Main Board (SAME SIZE & COLOR) 5:53 - x2 Long Silver Midframe 6:05 - x3 'Board Screws' (SAME SIZE) 6:36 - x2 Joystick Left - x2 Joystick Right 6:58 - x1 Long Silver Midframe - x3 Smaller Midframe (LAST SCREWS!)
That happened to me when I had to change the drive on my PSP 2004 model. Laser was broken. I got the new drive, then checked a few videos on how to do it and decided to swap the shell in one go too, had to take it apart entirely anyways. So I also got a new shell. It was scary, there are even more parts and screws than on the Switch Lite (I've done two Switch Lite case replacements) and I was extremely inexperienced, but I got through. Had quite a lot of fun with that thing and it was pretty unique, clear bright blue.
Can you please list the external materials required to do this, like the thermal paste etcetera, I got part way through your video took my Switch apart and then learned I didn't even have everything I needed! I'm not saying this is your fault at all but the heads up that other components are required to do this would have been handy before frustration and dissapointment was caused
@@fenrirharrell7833 it's in the description for anyone who wants to know she forgot to leave a link to isopropyl alcohol but most people have this anyway so, just pick some up at your local pharmacy.
I have not disappeared. I have been switching gears and working on longer term projects. A change of pace was needed and there is so much more I want to learn and do. Technology is SO MUCH MORE than reviewing only smartphones.
@@EricaGriffin ALL your videos are amazing, no matter what you do/review! can't wait to see what comes next! Your videos have honestly inspired me to learn more about tech, its so interesting! Also hope you're doing okay in times like this :)
I just did a shell replacement following this. Some advices: 1: you don't have to disconnect the battery. The little cables that goes to the connector are VERY fragile. They break very easily and if you do like in this vid (unpluging it by pushing out the cables) you will break it for sure. Just make sure that you power off the switch COMPLETELY. Do not dissassemble if you have your system in wait mode or you may fry the motherboard. 2: the same goes to the speakers. You don't have to unplug them. They are EXTREMELY fragile and breaking the cables is very easy. Just handle the board with extra care, but do not unplug them. 3: the new shell should not use the original screws. Use the ones that come with the new shell, as you may crack the shell otherwise like erica said. 4: do not place the hair dryer for a WHOLE minute while it's on hot. Just a couple seconds its okay. You may damage the digitizer and the LCD if it is very hot. Remember that you only need to heat the adhesive, not the LCD. 5: it is not necessary to replace the thermal paste if its in a good condition, but it's always a good idea. The switch lite does not overheat that much either.
Definitely unplug the battery; it's cheap and easy to replace the battery with a new one that will have a new connector should you break the wires off the connector (which you likely won't anyways). On the other hand, if you short a chip somewhere on the motherboard because you didn't unplug the battery, you might as well buy a new switch.
I would recommend making a video on how to fix the joy con drift! There may be lots of videos out there that relate to that topic, but you explain things so well in 4K. Plus you’re awesome!
This video covers it.. why are you promoting the same content being made more than once. All it takes is some really well placed time stamps to get the same video about how to fix or change the joycons.
I've already seen a video on this very subject! Though it mostly depends on its diagnosis. Go to the calibration settings via Settings>Controllers and Sensors>(scroll down) Calibrate Control Sticks>Tilt the stick you want to calibrate. Once you have selected the joystick you want to calibrate, watch how it moves away from the center of the '+'. Apply pressure to the shell directly by the joystick (just the part by the hole it comes out of). If the dot goes back to the center of the '+', you have an issue with pressure on the inside of the joycon. To fix the pressure problem, simply put a small piece of paper/cardboard (about 1mm thick) on top of the joystick, between the silvery back (of the stick) and the battery plate. That should fix it! HOWEVER, if that does not fix the problem, the issue is definitely just your joystick and you need to replace it. I know it's a year late, but I hope this response helps you understand how joycon drift happens and how you can permanently fix it!
"Oh, cool, I can do that. At your own risk? Surely you can't be removing tiny parts...?" Starts removing tiny parts. "I can't watch, it's stressing me out! I'll settle for decal stickers!" My hands shake and jerk, so precision work+ tiny parts isn't for me.
I have an annoying scratch on my switch lite screen and I was like: "how tricky can this- HA! I'll ask my dad (he works with this kind of stuff) to do it."
I’ve watched a ton of videos on shell swaps and this is my favorite! Very clear and straightforward! Easy to understand! Will be using this video if I swap shells!
I don't comment much on videos, but this was the best case tutorial I have seen so had to compliment you. Clear visuals, concise commentry with no unnecessary waffle. I wish all tutorials were as good as this.
Thank you for this tutorial! Atomic purple was the color of my first ever game boy color I first got back in 1999 and it will forever be my favorite colorway!
Just followed this tutorial for one of the ExtremeRate shells. Thank you so much! The way you talked through every step and showed off all the screws and ribbon cables with close-ups was extremely useful.
Thank you so much for this video, Erica. I reshelled a Switch Lite last night for a friend of mine and it turned out impeccably thanks to your excellent breakdown of the process. I can't thank you enough! Now I wanna buy one to do for myself haha
I have seen multiple videos on how to do this and your video is the first one I've seen that recommends heating the screen, everyone else just rips off the screen which made me anxious but your way of doing it gives me confidence to try this
This video makes me wanna buy used and/or broken switch lites and re-build them. It was a really good tutorial. I had no idea THERE WOULD BE A THOUSAND SCREWS.
This is by far one of the best tutorials. For anyone watching one thing I would change: After you tested it on please unplug the battery as shown on the video description
I've seen lots of vids of modding the switch lite, this one is the only one that can help anybody mod their NS Lite. Thanks for the great vid Erica! You are really smart 👏
I thank you for making this. I have had the video saved since july and ive been wanting to do this ever since. Today I finally did and I love it. I appreciate you.
It's a very well made video that I've watch tons of times to prepare myself mentally for when my shell and buttons arrive. Thanks for all the explanations. Can't wait to try it out!
Thanks so much for this tutorial! Loving my atomic purple switch! You made this super easy to understand and super super instructive!! I normally work on older consoles as a hobby, but I’ve started to dip my feet into newer ones and this helped boost my confidence!
Hey Erica I just did this and I must say your tutorial was spot on. I did end up having to get a new screen and digitizer, but thanks to your video this Atomic Purp is dope!!!
When I saw you removing the back cover and I thought Oh it's not that hard... then... you know... I wish they allow us to change the casing like Nokia Xpress-on cover in the past...
Today was the 1st time ever taking apart and putting back together one of the things. your step by step is spot on and I was able to get my screen working again, and a new shell swap over. thank you for the hand holding with my project!!
This was a great tear down video, as an old school Mac repair guy (lapsed Apple authorized) you did everything right, just the way an Apple tech would, systematic, organized, and testing the unit before complete reassembly Excellent work, this could be a reference video for shell swaps :)
I've been your subscribers since the beginning days when you were just starting out on phones. I'm happy to see you're getting in to switch and games as well as your usual mobile phones. :) I found your tutorials so much better than most on YT. Very detailed instruction and your camera work sure makes following your steps a breeze.Thanks as always for great video. Please keep it coming :)
This is way easier than I thought it would be. The design is genius how everything plugs or screws or pops in. It's just a lot of steps, but that's what the video is for! Haha, so you can follow along. I modded my GBA and I had to carefully trim parts of the shell to fit the new back-lit screen , with the clear green shell, every little cut or scratch shows through. I'm glad this doesn't require any cutting of the brand new shell. I definitely want to do my switch now in a clear jungle green, or clear slime green, or clear orange like the N64
I do not recommend use the colorful ABXY buttons because his quality is so much worse. Use the originals, they also look cool with the translucent switch
I'll be doing this for the first time for a switch lite. Loved the video and found it really useful and easy to follow! It definitely makes it more aesthetically pleasing to the eye
I bought a switch lite two days ago. Came across these videos where everyone was swapping out the shells. Bought the Atomic Purple because it does look like the old GameBoy Color. Found this video to be the most helpful out of everything on youtube. Thank you! Loving my Atomic Purple Switch Lite! 😎
This guide was perfect thank you!!! Our dog ate the corner of our switch which broke the shoulder buttons.. I was extremly happy to see nothing was ruined besides the case and the buttons.. Now the switch is back in biz like it never happened for $30
Legit, God bless you for this video. I've had to consult it SO MANY TIMES for Switch Lite repairs, cleaning, and maintenance. At one point I broke the screen and had to replace it entirely.
For the longest time, Post cereal had "Oreo-O's"... ...for YEARS, the UPC number had above it, "12oz POO". I of course made sure to tell everyone in the world about it at every chance.
Yes this tutorial was one of the best on youtube for Nintendo Switch Lite Shell Swapping. I especially love how you dont peel up the battery since its not required to do so. The only omission from it is how to lift the latches on the ribbon cables. You dont show how to flip the latches on them. I did have to look to another video for that, but with that sole exception, I followed yours step by step to change the beat up looking (but good screen) switch lite I bought for my daughter into a custom atomic purple, pink and unicorn theme switch lite. Notes I especially liked: Pointing out if all the screws were the same, or if one was longer. Doing the gold ones or longer ones on a different step to avoid confusion. Speaking of your sponsor, ifixit, they make a "ifixit anti-static project tray" that honestly, I initally thought was dumb. my wife got it for me. But..... following your guide, I did each step with the screws and parts placed in a compartment. each step was a new compartment.... so when I went to reassemble, the screws were together. Parts were in correct order. Was excellent.
Phenomenal video. My youngest son has been quite hard on his Switch Lite and he needs a new shell. The details you provided made me feel pretty confident in being able to do it.
One of my kids burned one of the ages next the the right joycon, I just purchased one of these shell's today, i thought it was going to be easier, but also thanks to your video, i think i ll have an amazing SW Lite tuned up !
I just installed the same one you have on my switch, I did exactly what you did and it went smoothly and you made it looks so easy. Thanks for such a helpful video!
Saving this!!! You're the best! That honestly didn't look too daunting to try out, the way you did a very systematic and straight-forward approach from removing the screws to describing each part and how to disassemble everything without too much fussing about. Thanks for sharing!
Video was much appreciated. I found it easier to follow than the official installation guide my brand provided me and I was pleased to see that there was very little talking around aside from the sponsor section. My only previous experience in anything like this is PC building, very few screws required, so I was nervous and I am very glad this video was so well put :)
Thank you for all your help. This was the best and straight forward. I was able to replace the shell on my son's switch lite with no issues. I bought a used switch lite for him that was bit on by a dog . Now it looks brand new .
Thank you so much for this. My screen suddenly started acting up last night and I have to replace it. I'm tempted to do it myself but every video I've seen is sped up with no detailed instructions. Though this video is of a different purpose, it is still 90% of what I have to do and with great instructions and attention to detail!
Thanks for this awesome tutorial! I followed it step by step and was able to change out my daughter's dog-chewed switch housing to new housing and the process went smoothly :)
Shell swapped the preused switch lite I got recently and gave it a beautiful makeover. Went through your video through the entire process. Thanks a tonne for this video. 🥺❤️
Whoaa so cool. Im getting major gameboy color vibes. Thank you so much for your vids. You inspired to create content based on things that matter to me like the TN and IPS problem with the 3ds.
@@dannyman5751 advice taken good sir. Will definitely look into it. I tend to overedit a lot of "ums" and other things that are filler and i realized that less filler more killer. I think that made sense. Thanks for checking it out!
I just replaced my shell with an NES shell. You made it very easy and i was able to pause (ALOT). Everything went smoothly and everything works/ functions great. Thank you! Side note, i did have to slightly sand down my L trigger as stated. Thanks for that tip as well.
I'm extremely tempted to get a switch lite and swap out the shell. It looks intimidating but your clear instructions make me think I'll succeed. Thank you for the tutorial Erica!
I..I did it.. Tips I could give: Put your screws in line order of where she starts and use the tutorial to guide you on which screws go where. Don't rush it, I broke an LCD by being too excited. It's not as hard as you might think, just need a couple hours of free time and a quiet space and anyone can do this. Good luck! 🙏
I just did this and now my girlfriends daughter has a nice pink switch light. This was a very helpful vid. Even bought the heat paste and everything so for 5/5 stars!
Good information. Just wish I knew I needed thermal paste before I broke it down! So make sure you have thermal paste before you attempt tearing down your switch. Other than that 99.8% good step by step video
Thank you very much for the tutorial! Very clear and straight-forward! Just one tip tho: when removing the battery connector, be veeeery careful not to pull the black connector of the board, only the gray part. That was nightmare to solder back lol
Erica, thank you! My six year old had a Switch with a busted screen and this turned a $200+ replacement into a $40 weekend project. He's going to think I'm super hacker man now 🤣
Awesome video thank you! I've done both of my switch lites now, one green see through, and one clear! Any chance you might do one for the regular switch? Or did I miss that one already?
13:23 - You should know that copper and silver IHS pops off and revels the SOC along with some more thermal compound you might want to replace as well.
Thank you for this step by step guide i followed this video to replace my Nintendo Switch Lite and now it works perfectly! Leave the speakers behind very fragile just like someone here commented...
Lot a work there Erica. Nice job at capturing essential steps! Answer to you question at the end. A big yes!! Ordered the SNES EU classic shell and going to try it. Fingers crossed.
I've messed around inside the OG Switch and joy-cons, but I'm thinking about swapping my shell on my Z&Z Lite over the chameleon purple and upgrading to the hall sensor joysticks. This video is perfectly done. Thank you!
do you know where we can still buy that exact same shell as in the video ? the link in the video description goes to a product that isn't sold anymore. and all the other clear switch lite shells from eXtremeRate have this horrible foggy look into them what doesn't make them fully transparent
This was awesome! You made it so easy! I just replaced the buttons and joysticks with a different color so it was a lot easier not having to deal with the screen. Thanks for the tutorial!
I went through with this video and successfully finished it, thankyou. Though there is some slight light bleed on the right corner of my screen, I'm not sure what to do about it but it's not too noticable
Check out the Animal Crossing New Horizons design I made for the Switch Lite! Here is the tutorial on how to make one: ruclips.net/video/TEv1LZozRoU/видео.html
I might do this for my girlfriend thanks!
Don’t have a PS4 you should make a video how to make a ps4
Timestamps for ALL SCREWS
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Just taking some personal timestamp notes for the screws! Kinda messy notes since they were for myself but if you can figure them out I hope it helps!
TOTAL SCREWS: 48 (to keep track)
1:47 - x 4 Back Screws - x2 Top Screws - x 2 Bottom Screws
2:25 - x3 Silver x1 Gold Shield Screws
3:03 - x3 Copper Heat Pipe Screws
3:25 - x7 Game Card & Audio Screws
3:44 - x3 Black Fan Screws
4:07 - x2 Gold ZL - x2 Gold ZR
5:06 - x1 Gold Left Speaker - x1 Gold Right Speaker
5:39 - x2 Gold Left Board - x2 Gold Main Board (SAME SIZE & COLOR)
5:53 - x2 Long Silver Midframe
6:05 - x3 'Board Screws' (SAME SIZE)
6:36 - x2 Joystick Left - x2 Joystick Right
6:58 - x1 Long Silver Midframe - x3 Smaller Midframe (LAST SCREWS!)
youre awesome brooo
Your video has been immeasurably helpful ! Also when you note the gold screws during the rebuild was so helpful for me. Thanks for these notes !
You’re amazing
You are a life saver
As a PC repair tech, I can say that this tutorial was spot-on. Lots of useful tips and warnings that inexperienced users might not consider.
I’ll take my chances
nope, plugged in the battery waaaaay to early, too much risk of damaging the console.
Lol dang I thought all I had to do was just remove the shell
Same
That happened to me when I had to change the drive on my PSP 2004 model. Laser was broken. I got the new drive, then checked a few videos on how to do it and decided to swap the shell in one go too, had to take it apart entirely anyways. So I also got a new shell. It was scary, there are even more parts and screws than on the Switch Lite (I've done two Switch Lite case replacements) and I was extremely inexperienced, but I got through. Had quite a lot of fun with that thing and it was pretty unique, clear bright blue.
Can you please list the external materials required to do this, like the thermal paste etcetera, I got part way through your video took my Switch apart and then learned I didn't even have everything I needed! I'm not saying this is your fault at all but the heads up that other components are required to do this would have been handy before frustration and dissapointment was caused
Ok so it def was more advanced than assumed lol... Especially with heating around the screen
@@fenrirharrell7833 it's in the description for anyone who wants to know she forgot to leave a link to isopropyl alcohol but most people have this anyway so, just pick some up at your local pharmacy.
I have not disappeared. I have been switching gears and working on longer term projects. A change of pace was needed and there is so much more I want to learn and do. Technology is SO MUCH MORE than reviewing only smartphones.
Waiting to see u in action 😇
Love from India 🇮🇳 ♥
Your smartphone reviews weren't like everyone else's, you dove into the technical aspects of it. Will miss them, but good luck in your new ventures.
Never said I won’t review them. I just need a change of pace.
@@EricaGriffin ALL your videos are amazing, no matter what you do/review! can't wait to see what comes next! Your videos have honestly inspired me to learn more about tech, its so interesting!
Also hope you're doing okay in times like this :)
@@EricaGriffin Erica, YOLO. Happy independence day.
I just did a shell replacement following this. Some advices:
1: you don't have to disconnect the battery. The little cables that goes to the connector are VERY fragile. They break very easily and if you do like in this vid (unpluging it by pushing out the cables) you will break it for sure. Just make sure that you power off the switch COMPLETELY. Do not dissassemble if you have your system in wait mode or you may fry the motherboard.
2: the same goes to the speakers. You don't have to unplug them. They are EXTREMELY fragile and breaking the cables is very easy. Just handle the board with extra care, but do not unplug them.
3: the new shell should not use the original screws. Use the ones that come with the new shell, as you may crack the shell otherwise like erica said.
4: do not place the hair dryer for a WHOLE minute while it's on hot. Just a couple seconds its okay. You may damage the digitizer and the LCD if it is very hot. Remember that you only need to heat the adhesive, not the LCD.
5: it is not necessary to replace the thermal paste if its in a good condition, but it's always a good idea. The switch lite does not overheat that much either.
Thank you!
Too late I broke…
Definitely unplug the battery; it's cheap and easy to replace the battery with a new one that will have a new connector should you break the wires off the connector (which you likely won't anyways).
On the other hand, if you short a chip somewhere on the motherboard because you didn't unplug the battery, you might as well buy a new switch.
I would recommend making a video on how to fix the joy con drift! There may be lots of videos out there that relate to that topic, but you explain things so well in 4K. Plus you’re awesome!
Just replace the sticks. They're easy to replace and it's more of a permanent solution than to fiddle with them by trying to open them up.
This video covers it.. why are you promoting the same content being made more than once. All it takes is some really well placed time stamps to get the same video about how to fix or change the joycons.
I've already seen a video on this very subject! Though it mostly depends on its diagnosis.
Go to the calibration settings via Settings>Controllers and Sensors>(scroll down) Calibrate Control Sticks>Tilt the stick you want to calibrate.
Once you have selected the joystick you want to calibrate, watch how it moves away from the center of the '+'. Apply pressure to the shell directly by the joystick (just the part by the hole it comes out of). If the dot goes back to the center of the '+', you have an issue with pressure on the inside of the joycon.
To fix the pressure problem, simply put a small piece of paper/cardboard (about 1mm thick) on top of the joystick, between the silvery back (of the stick) and the battery plate. That should fix it!
HOWEVER, if that does not fix the problem, the issue is definitely just your joystick and you need to replace it.
I know it's a year late, but I hope this response helps you understand how joycon drift happens and how you can permanently fix it!
@@nomoretwitterhandles Spot on
"Oh, cool, I can do that. At your own risk? Surely you can't be removing tiny parts...?"
Starts removing tiny parts.
"I can't watch, it's stressing me out! I'll settle for decal stickers!"
My hands shake and jerk, so precision work+ tiny parts isn't for me.
You could always just replace the back shell? All that would require would be unscrewing the back off.
@@_____________a_a Good idea!
@@dragoniraflameblade no problem! Sorry if I sounded snarky. Lol. Didn’t mean for it to come off like that.
I have an annoying scratch on my switch lite screen and I was like: "how tricky can this- HA! I'll ask my dad (he works with this kind of stuff) to do it."
I’ve watched a ton of videos on shell swaps and this is my favorite! Very clear and straightforward! Easy to understand! Will be using this video if I swap shells!
Kinda wish I had a switch. Although even if i did I'd never trust myself enough to do something like this
Mod the New 3Ds its way more fun and not that scary i did tons of hardware and software mods If you have a 3DS you should try to some mod
One tip is to get a pill sorter to keep all the screws organized while working.
@@markoner2624 unfortunately I dont have one
@@3DJapan thanks
@@1middy try saving your money, I saved 5 months ago finally able to buy a switch🤗🤗
Never seen anyone anywhere do a video so crisp and clean with explanations and tutorials and step by step!! I love you ❤️
The only thing missing is how to replace the digitizer, if it's scratched or broken.
I don't comment much on videos, but this was the best case tutorial I have seen so had to compliment you. Clear visuals, concise commentry with no unnecessary waffle. I wish all tutorials were as good as this.
Thank you for this tutorial! Atomic purple was the color of my first ever game boy color I first got back in 1999 and it will forever be my favorite colorway!
Just followed this tutorial for one of the ExtremeRate shells. Thank you so much! The way you talked through every step and showed off all the screws and ribbon cables with close-ups was extremely useful.
I don't trust me to do this but it looks so cool 🤣
Thank you so much for this video, Erica. I reshelled a Switch Lite last night for a friend of mine and it turned out impeccably thanks to your excellent breakdown of the process. I can't thank you enough! Now I wanna buy one to do for myself haha
I have seen multiple videos on how to do this and your video is the first one I've seen that recommends heating the screen, everyone else just rips off the screen which made me anxious but your way of doing it gives me confidence to try this
This doesn't look TOO hard. Just alotttttttttt of steps but holy hell is this a 5 hour project easily. God damn
*a lot
Yeah, can confirm roughly 4-5 hours.
Yeah the worst part is making sure you don't f up the little bits
"prone to stress fractures" 4 words that equal no sale for me.
This is a hell of a lot of work for poor quality plastic. I agree.
Yet when you do it right it’s fine. I just won’t abuse and bend the heck out of it.
@@rippsteakface Are you playing football with your Switch?
Same here man! And also the mood highly be perfect and require filing !? No thanks
This video makes me wanna buy used and/or broken switch lites and re-build them. It was a really good tutorial. I had no idea THERE WOULD BE A THOUSAND SCREWS.
This is by far one of the best tutorials. For anyone watching one thing I would change:
After you tested it on please unplug the battery as shown on the video description
I've seen lots of vids of modding the switch lite, this one is the only one that can help anybody mod their NS Lite. Thanks for the great vid Erica! You are really smart 👏
I thank you for making this. I have had the video saved since july and ive been wanting to do this ever since. Today I finally did and I love it. I appreciate you.
It's a very well made video that I've watch tons of times to prepare myself mentally for when my shell and buttons arrive.
Thanks for all the explanations. Can't wait to try it out!
Thanks so much for this tutorial! Loving my atomic purple switch! You made this super easy to understand and super super instructive!! I normally work on older consoles as a hobby, but I’ve started to dip my feet into newer ones and this helped boost my confidence!
i'm tempted to commission erica to build this from my turquoise lite, especially after the 15th "dont over-tighten" warning.
Don't own a switch, have no intention of buying or modding one, but @EricaGriffin it is nice to hear your voice! Be blessed! Keep doing your thing.
Hey Erica I just did this and I must say your tutorial was spot on. I did end up having to get a new screen and digitizer, but thanks to your video this Atomic Purp is dope!!!
Did you damage the ribbon cable or was the unrelated to the shell replacement haha
No the screen was damaged, replaced the screen and noticed a needed a digitizer as well.
I’ve used this video twice now, both successfully! Thanks a bunch, and happy new year!
When I saw you removing the back cover and I thought Oh it's not that hard... then... you know... I wish they allow us to change the casing like Nokia Xpress-on cover in the past...
Today was the 1st time ever taking apart and putting back together one of the things. your step by step is spot on and I was able to get my screen working again, and a new shell swap over. thank you for the hand holding with my project!!
This was a great tear down video, as an old school Mac repair guy (lapsed Apple authorized) you did everything right, just the way an Apple tech would, systematic, organized, and testing the unit before complete reassembly
Excellent work, this could be a reference video for shell swaps :)
I've been your subscribers since the beginning days when you were just starting out on phones. I'm happy to see you're getting in to switch and games as well as your usual mobile phones. :) I found your tutorials so much better than most on YT. Very detailed instruction and your camera work sure makes following your steps a breeze.Thanks as always for great video. Please keep it coming :)
This is way easier than I thought it would be. The design is genius how everything plugs or screws or pops in. It's just a lot of steps, but that's what the video is for! Haha, so you can follow along.
I modded my GBA and I had to carefully trim parts of the shell to fit the new back-lit screen , with the clear green shell, every little cut or scratch shows through. I'm glad this doesn't require any cutting of the brand new shell.
I definitely want to do my switch now in a clear jungle green, or clear slime green, or clear orange like the N64
I do not recommend use the colorful ABXY buttons because his quality is so much worse. Use the originals, they also look cool with the translucent switch
I'll be doing this for the first time for a switch lite. Loved the video and found it really useful and easy to follow! It definitely makes it more aesthetically pleasing to the eye
I bought a switch lite two days ago. Came across these videos where everyone was swapping out the shells. Bought the Atomic Purple because it does look like the old GameBoy Color. Found this video to be the most helpful out of everything on youtube. Thank you! Loving my Atomic Purple Switch Lite! 😎
This guide was perfect thank you!!! Our dog ate the corner of our switch which broke the shoulder buttons.. I was extremly happy to see nothing was ruined besides the case and the buttons.. Now the switch is back in biz like it never happened for $30
There are no words. Apart from AHHHHHHHHH THIS IS AMAZINGGGG
Best tutorial I have watched so far...gave me confidence to do this myself. I have just ordered myself a shell and will give it a go.
How'd it go?
how did it gooo? i've got an sakura shell from aliexpress but im scared to do it
Legit, God bless you for this video. I've had to consult it SO MANY TIMES for Switch Lite repairs, cleaning, and maintenance. At one point I broke the screen and had to replace it entirely.
"You can also use P00"
My terrible sense of humor: *wheeze*
For the longest time, Post cereal had "Oreo-O's"... ...for YEARS, the UPC number had above it, "12oz POO".
I of course made sure to tell everyone in the world about it at every chance.
Yes this tutorial was one of the best on youtube for Nintendo Switch Lite Shell Swapping. I especially love how you dont peel up the battery since its not required to do so.
The only omission from it is how to lift the latches on the ribbon cables. You dont show how to flip the latches on them. I did have to look to another video for that, but with that sole exception, I followed yours step by step to change the beat up looking (but good screen) switch lite I bought for my daughter into a custom atomic purple, pink and unicorn theme switch lite.
Notes I especially liked: Pointing out if all the screws were the same, or if one was longer. Doing the gold ones or longer ones on a different step to avoid confusion. Speaking of your sponsor, ifixit, they make a "ifixit anti-static project tray" that honestly, I initally thought was dumb. my wife got it for me. But..... following your guide, I did each step with the screws and parts placed in a compartment. each step was a new compartment.... so when I went to reassemble, the screws were together. Parts were in correct order. Was excellent.
This video saved my sons Nintendo switch. You were extremely detailed and the video was perfect to follow along. Much appreciated.
Watching this years later! Nice tutorial. I just followed you step by step and the job went flawlessly! Thanks for the quality info and video.
Phenomenal video. My youngest son has been quite hard on his Switch Lite and he needs a new shell. The details you provided made me feel pretty confident in being able to do it.
This video was exactly what I needed to get me through changing my daughter's case to pink. Thanks!
One of my kids burned one of the ages next the the right joycon, I just purchased one of these shell's today, i thought it was going to be easier, but also thanks to your video, i think i ll have an amazing SW Lite tuned up !
I just installed the same one you have on my switch, I did exactly what you did and it went smoothly and you made it looks so easy.
Thanks for such a helpful video!
I can't believe how different you sound!I haven't been here for years. Glad you're still making interesting videos.
Has my voice really changed or something?
Yes a little bit. Maybe a new microphone? Or maybe is just me the one that haven't been in your channel for a while
Saving this!!!
You're the best! That honestly didn't look too daunting to try out, the way you did a very systematic and straight-forward approach from removing the screws to describing each part and how to disassemble everything without too much fussing about.
Thanks for sharing!
Thank you!
i have no intention of doing this to my switch lite but i loved listening to your voice, you're a great teacher :)
You just made me want to mod a switch lite, and I don’t even own one lol. Probably the best tutorial video on RUclips!
Video was much appreciated. I found it easier to follow than the official installation guide my brand provided me and I was pleased to see that there was very little talking around aside from the sponsor section. My only previous experience in anything like this is PC building, very few screws required, so I was nervous and I am very glad this video was so well put :)
That's awesome! Great job!!! I love doing stuff like this to tech. The purple switch definitely gives me the clearest purple gameboy.
Thank you for all your help. This was the best and straight forward. I was able to replace the shell on my son's switch lite with no issues. I bought a used switch lite for him that was bit on by a dog . Now it looks brand new .
Thank you so much for this. My screen suddenly started acting up last night and I have to replace it. I'm tempted to do it myself but every video I've seen is sped up with no detailed instructions. Though this video is of a different purpose, it is still 90% of what I have to do and with great instructions and attention to detail!
Thanks for this awesome tutorial! I followed it step by step and was able to change out my daughter's dog-chewed switch housing to new housing and the process went smoothly :)
Shell swapped the preused switch lite I got recently and gave it a beautiful makeover. Went through your video through the entire process. Thanks a tonne for this video. 🥺❤️
Whoaa so cool. Im getting major gameboy color vibes.
Thank you so much for your vids. You inspired to create content based on things that matter to me like the TN and IPS problem with the 3ds.
The video is 16 minutes long and it's been 4
@@Davetronn yes and i got major gameboy color vibes from the intro
I have an idea for your vids 1 Vid, I checked your channel and you might want to make 10 min long vids.
@@dannyman5751 advice taken good sir. Will definitely look into it. I tend to overedit a lot of "ums" and other things that are filler and i realized that less filler more killer. I think that made sense. Thanks for checking it out!
I just replaced my shell with an NES shell. You made it very easy and i was able to pause (ALOT). Everything went smoothly and everything works/ functions great. Thank you! Side note, i did have to slightly sand down my L trigger as stated. Thanks for that tip as well.
I just did this swap this morning, and it went as smoothly as it could have thanks to your wonderful video. Thank you!
I can’t do clear, my switch v2 case is clear plastic and scratched to high heaven.
Noted. Guess I gotta get a clear case for the clear shell.
Absolutely INCREDIBLE tutorial, step by step was amazing and I love how my switch lite turned out. Thank you so much!
How scratch proof are the cases?
Btw, you are so much braver than I am with opening consoles lol
I just want to say, thank you so much for this. And as a further credit, If you follow her instructions, you will have no issues at all
I'm extremely tempted to get a switch lite and swap out the shell. It looks intimidating but your clear instructions make me think I'll succeed. Thank you for the tutorial Erica!
I..I did it..
Tips I could give:
Put your screws in line order of where she starts and use the tutorial to guide you on which screws go where.
Don't rush it, I broke an LCD by being too excited.
It's not as hard as you might think, just need a couple hours of free time and a quiet space and anyone can do this.
Good luck! 🙏
I just did this and now my girlfriends daughter has a nice pink switch light. This was a very helpful vid. Even bought the heat paste and everything so for 5/5 stars!
Good information. Just wish I knew I needed thermal paste before I broke it down! So make sure you have thermal paste before you attempt tearing down your switch. Other than that 99.8% good step by step video
Thank you for this video! I ran into some complications, but overall got it all figured out and everything is working! My daughter loves it!
Thank you very much for the tutorial! Very clear and straight-forward!
Just one tip tho: when removing the battery connector, be veeeery careful not to pull the black connector of the board, only the gray part. That was nightmare to solder back lol
Erica, thank you! My six year old had a Switch with a busted screen and this turned a $200+ replacement into a $40 weekend project. He's going to think I'm super hacker man now 🤣
Awesome video thank you! I've done both of my switch lites now, one green see through, and one clear! Any chance you might do one for the regular switch? Or did I miss that one already?
Perfectly made, fully detailed video!!! Can't wait to change the shell on my switch lite now!
Thanks for the help,changed my daughters switch to a pink shell she's delighted,instructions were clear and consise
13:23 - You should know that copper and silver IHS pops off and revels the SOC along with some more thermal compound you might want to replace as well.
Thank you for this step by step guide i followed this video to replace my Nintendo Switch Lite and now it works perfectly! Leave the speakers behind very fragile just like someone here commented...
Lot a work there Erica. Nice job at capturing essential steps! Answer to you question at the end. A big yes!! Ordered the SNES EU classic shell and going to try it. Fingers crossed.
This is wildly complex. It’s like taking apart a watch. I’m afraid I wouldn’t be able to put this all back. You’re a better person.
Just completed my case swap and man......i enjoyed it. you made it so easy. thank you. my switch lite looks amazing.
2nd time I've used this tutorial in less than a year. You are the best!!!
I've messed around inside the OG Switch and joy-cons, but I'm thinking about swapping my shell on my Z&Z Lite over the chameleon purple and upgrading to the hall sensor joysticks. This video is perfectly done. Thank you!
Long time no see ... I don't recall the last time RUclips suggested me your videos but I'm glad it did.
Just got my parts in and I am really glad I watched your video first
Missed you, Erica!
Yeah, this convinced me that I have no business doing this 😂 but it’s a great resource for people!
This reminds me a lot of when I replaced my PS Vita shell! I feel a lot more confident after this video. Thank you!!!!
do you know where we can still buy that exact same shell as in the video ? the link in the video description goes to a product that isn't sold anymore. and all the other clear switch lite shells from eXtremeRate have this horrible foggy look into them what doesn't make them fully transparent
This was awesome! You made it so easy! I just replaced the buttons and joysticks with a different color so it was a lot easier not having to deal with the screen. Thanks for the tutorial!
Thank you so much for this tutorial! I just did the same shell replacement and it worked perfectly!
You’re an excellent teacher. Thank you for the clear instructions.
This was very helpful! I actually felt like I knew what I was doing-thank you!
I went through with this video and successfully finished it, thankyou. Though there is some slight light bleed on the right corner of my screen, I'm not sure what to do about it but it's not too noticable
That switch lite skin looked very cool.I like seeing the insides in action.
Daaamn Violet is my favorite color 🥺 though I'm too scared to do this on my switch lite 😩
Nintendo who made multiple colours: Am I a joke to you?
Nobody wants plain colors. Be honest
This was such a detailed and careful instructional video! I can’t wait to get my own custom shell now!
I forgot to be careful with the LCD and now it broken
This tutorial was very useful and helped ensure that nothing went wrong when I did it. Thank you!
This looks so hard but the result is amazing💗