Hey friends, I just wanted to leave a note about the metal sandpaper scrubbing starting at 8:58. I have received some good feedback about less abrasive methods for dealing with rust, and want to try experimenting with those. Due to scheduling this project with Tronicsfix, I actually filmed this video a while ago. Just wanted to say something cause I feel bad for replying “oh yeah good idea” to those comments, then moving forward as if I’m not really listening. 😊
This has become my favorite restoration channel. You strike a good balance with everything; the music, narration and editing all feel like just the right amount of each. Just a really pleasant experience
You always do a great job of cleaning without all the uhhs, yuks, and so gross - Steve always manages to express during a teardown of a bug invested console. 😆
The most underrated console of all time. I had one, and Shenmue was the game to go to. It was so advanced for its time and i absolutely regret selling mine. Great clean up :).
I came here from the tronix video that he said he was gonna send you the purple switch lite that looked like it had gotten eaten. I didn’t see your video of it yet so I thought I’d stick around for this.
@dkoldies THIS is how you clean and refurbish an old retro console 😉 and @tronicsfix replacing capacitors and fixing the disk drive. These guys are SHOWING you how to run your business 😂
Great video. You're going to hate this, but I think you but the spring on "backwards" at the end of the video, for the CD bay cover release. I think the wound part of the spring is supposed to rest in the gap in the slider and not on the screw. I love your videos - it's so nice to see these consoles get some love and return to "like new" condition. Keep up the great work!
Hey, I have a question about that, I was wondering about the SD card variant that you insert in the serial port at the underside of the GC does that thing require a disc to work? Sorry if this is a newbie question but I truly am a newbie to the whole modding scene :)
He stated in a previous video on why he doesn't do that on the channel. He simply decided that he wanted to keep the cleaning down to things anyone can do with inexpensive items. That's the gist of it I think.
I actually just finished working on a project where I tried this on the glossy part of a white PS4 case, and I can see myself moving more in that direction
I'm no expert, but I do know that the PS1 and the Dreamcast used the same era of disc drives. They may not be 1 to 1 so a swap may not be possible, but you might be able to deconstruct a working disc drive from a non working PS1 and replace the part that is bad. That is something to try.
I had a Dreamcast in college. Spent literal weeks downloading games on dialup because there was no way to get games within a few hundred miles of where I was at school at the time.
And eBay back then was money order only so soonest you could get a used game was like five weeks, and there was always a 33/33/33 chance you would get nothing/get broken disc (or a burned CD)/get the right item.
About a week ago, i bought one off eBay and as soon I received it I decided to open it up and do so clean up just to find lots of corrosion and water damage lucky a was able to get my money back I had to reach out to the seller and let him know (I had to send him pictures) funny part he has listed the same Item on Ebay Again
Hey friends, I just wanted to leave a note about the metal sandpaper scrubbing starting at 8:58. I have received some good feedback about less abrasive methods for dealing with rust, and want to try experimenting with those. Due to scheduling this project with Tronicsfix, I actually filmed this video a while ago. Just wanted to say something cause I feel bad for replying “oh yeah good idea” to those comments, then moving forward as if I’m not really listening. 😊
after sanding the rust off i like to seal it with clear nail polish. ive never had rust come back.
This has become my favorite restoration channel. You strike a good balance with everything; the music, narration and editing all feel like just the right amount of each. Just a really pleasant experience
Wow, thank you!
You always do a great job of cleaning without all the uhhs, yuks, and so gross - Steve always manages to express during a teardown of a bug invested console. 😆
So true!
The most underrated console of all time. I had one, and Shenmue was the game to go to. It was so advanced for its time and i absolutely regret selling mine. Great clean up :).
I did too. Just picked one up off eBay with 2 controls and vmu's for $140. I been buying old systems before the prices jump again
I did find you, from his vid!!! Like 5 minutes ago!! LOL New Subscriber here, in MO!
Amazing job! Great restoration!
who came here from the other video?
No one here but us chickens...
Me
not me. but his video is next in my list
Right here lol
Just did, but I already follow them both and this was already next on the queue.
I came here from the tronix video that he said he was gonna send you the purple switch lite that looked like it had gotten eaten. I didn’t see your video of it yet so I thought I’d stick around for this.
Coming soonish :)
another fun watch, I cleaned my n64 and my genesis up next is my Dreamcast!
This channel deserves more subs.
Mesmerizing
Thanks, friend!
Great video, thanks for this! :)
I didn't know about your channel, intil 8 minutes into This Vid. Awesome!
@dkoldies THIS is how you clean and refurbish an old retro console 😉 and @tronicsfix replacing capacitors and fixing the disk drive. These guys are SHOWING you how to run your business 😂
Great video. You're going to hate this, but I think you but the spring on "backwards" at the end of the video, for the CD bay cover release. I think the wound part of the spring is supposed to rest in the gap in the slider and not on the screw. I love your videos - it's so nice to see these consoles get some love and return to "like new" condition. Keep up the great work!
good catch!
i've done this to soooo many Dreamcast (and other) consoles. excellent, meticulous work! A+
Wow, thanks!
Great job! I miss when I had the dreamcast so was nice seeing it cleaned up. Brought back some good memories so thanks 😊
Another great clean!
You got a good one, most of mine need the UV treatment from the bromine yellowing effect
Yeah it is hard to find these like this
As the drive isn't working, you could replace it with a SD card reader solution.
At least then you don't have to mess with discs.
Hey, I have a question about that, I was wondering about the SD card variant that you insert in the serial port at the underside of the GC does that thing require a disc to work? Sorry if this is a newbie question but I truly am a newbie to the whole modding scene :)
I think you, Steve, and Phil, aka the Cod3r, should do a big project together
Buen trabajo! saludos desde Chile
You ever use peroxide and UV light to lighten yellowed case covers?
He stated in a previous video on why he doesn't do that on the channel. He simply decided that he wanted to keep the cleaning down to things anyone can do with inexpensive items. That's the gist of it I think.
I wouldn't bother messing around with a new laser (if you can even find good one's anymore).
Stick a GDEMU in there and job's done.
You can use IPA to clean off those marks on the outer shell instead of the magic eraser.
I actually just finished working on a project where I tried this on the glossy part of a white PS4 case, and I can see myself moving more in that direction
What is IPA?
The Dreamcast was really a good repairable and from the beginning cost optimized design. A shame Sega ended building devices.
I'm no expert, but I do know that the PS1 and the Dreamcast used the same era of disc drives. They may not be 1 to 1 so a swap may not be possible, but you might be able to deconstruct a working disc drive from a non working PS1 and replace the part that is bad. That is something to try.
I had a Dreamcast in college. Spent literal weeks downloading games on dialup because there was no way to get games within a few hundred miles of where I was at school at the time.
And eBay back then was money order only so soonest you could get a used game was like five weeks, and there was always a 33/33/33 chance you would get nothing/get broken disc (or a burned CD)/get the right item.
1% everything would work out fine.
About a week ago, i bought one off eBay and as soon I received it I decided to open it up and do so clean up just to find lots of corrosion and water damage lucky a was able to get my money back I had to reach out to the seller and let him know (I had to send him pictures) funny part he has listed the same Item on Ebay Again
Are you about to use UV Light? (I'm at 9:32 in...)
Mine has heat pipes. Maybe you're missing yours?
Hey why do console rust ? Is it from the roach feceis
I was wrong... It didn't even need the UV thing. I think I still have a Dreamcast. I'll check..
Steve really likes to BUG yo7 huh? Lol
ya he dose not like getting his hands dirty .
That thing had bed bugs
Dreamcast debugging