This is a good idea, using the good sticks of two different controllers. Although, if you don't have that option, you can always buy a replacement stick for about $4. Not only is it cheaper than buying a new controller, but you only have to de-solder only one controller.
I've done this before but I bought 3rd party Wii nunchuks and used the joystick inside it. The thing about third part GameCube and Wii controllers is the buttons not the joysticks. I would recommend the Wii nunchuks because they're cheaper (in lots especially) and you can reuse the motherboard to make a controller that directly connects to the bottom of a Wiimote with this chip that you can order online that only costs a couple bucks.
i did the same thing, i'm not a electronic professional, but after a quick look here (your video) and after a bit testing in a old PS2 controller, i decided to do the same on my NGC controller and it was easy, you only need the right tools and a little patience hehehe.....the result was fantastic
yes, you just need to be sure that all solder is off the board...for that, you need to use a tool just like on this video, where you melt the solder and instantly suck it off.....and then, when all 4 (+6 analog sensor points) is done, you just need to press it down (slowly with care).....Then, you need a replace part and solder it in place again, it is very easy but you need patience and the right tools (as seen in video)....finally, sorry my bad (brazilian) english. heheh
Problem is, unless all mechanical parts that rub against each other are from the material of same hardness, it might wear down much faster than originally. The epoxy compound ought to be significantly harder than whatever plastic those parts were made originally from, so it will not wear down itself, but will rub down all the other parts.
Yes, there are some glue methods that will work pretty well, my video was a more permanent fix if someone had the right tools at hand. Never tried the scissors.
God damn you, dude. I went looking for a missing piece of my rumble thing on my floor for quite awhile thinking I'd misplaced it like you did and then when I got to the end of the video you mentioned there wasn't anything missing which I overheard as I was looking all over
Kinda a problem since the 2 black controllers were slightly different "mostly for the C-stick assembly", at least the assembly isn't different like 1 is 10 solder points and the other has 6 solder points and 2 screws, that would be a major problem.
Actually update its possible, Philip McFee aka Fix it Phil made a video on fixing his Gamecube controller, funny thing is his was also black, his controller was the same but his broken one had the other type of assembly, with the 6 points and 2 Philip screws.
Those potentiometers you replace; I wonder if you could find them new somewhere? They seem like fairly standard components; if you could, you wouldn't have to sacrifice a gamecube controller.
I don’t know if you still reply in the comments but my c stick wire snapped off. Is it still possible to solder it back? (Btw the wire that’s inside the rubber cable it looks like it’s too short to even solder back so that’s why I’m asking)
Kiv-19000-94000 This I don't know exactly. The only way to test would be to check the part, I guess. Which is pretty easy with a multimeter (might have to pull the part to accurately test, though)
I did this but now the c stick i put on the one that was supposed to be fixed doesn't work as it should. It wont move up or down, like its Y axis doesnt work. What causes this? I wanna know if I broke something on the stick or board during solding/unsolding. I put the bad stick on the other controller's c stick board thingy and it works just fine
I think I got that one from RadioShack but since they're not really around anymore you can get them on eBay or Amazon for under 10 bucks, just search solder sucker and it should bring up a bunch.
***** Yes! This! Back when I made this video I didn't really realize the possibility of snagging the perfect part from a "different controller" but those things are relatively standard (the part) so there's gotta be a lot of sources for them!
leave it to nintendo to use the same part on most of their gadgets... wouldn't surprise me if the one on the Wii U pad is the same lolz. nice it worked tho...
I think what I usually use these days is "60/40", 20ga (.032" diameter) - pretty small in diameter but I mostly do fine soldering work. Anything will do, basically, though.
wow okay thanks. you responded so fast. wasnt expecting that. awesome stuff dude. thanks for the vid and replying so fast. i am trying to fix an old gamecube controller as we speak
This is a good idea, using the good sticks of two different controllers. Although, if you don't have that option, you can always buy a replacement stick for about $4. Not only is it cheaper than buying a new controller, but you only have to de-solder only one controller.
I've done this before but I bought 3rd party Wii nunchuks and used the joystick inside it. The thing about third part GameCube and Wii controllers is the buttons not the joysticks. I would recommend the Wii nunchuks because they're cheaper (in lots especially) and you can reuse the motherboard to make a controller that directly connects to the bottom of a Wiimote with this chip that you can order online that only costs a couple bucks.
i did the same thing, i'm not a electronic professional, but after a quick look here (your video) and after a bit testing in a old PS2 controller, i decided to do the same on my NGC controller and it was easy, you only need the right tools and a little patience hehehe.....the result was fantastic
Adriano Bertoldi Reiter does it count pressing it down as another input?
yes, you just need to be sure that all solder is off the board...for that, you need to use a tool just like on this video, where you melt the solder and instantly suck it off.....and then, when all 4 (+6 analog sensor points) is done, you just need to press it down (slowly with care).....Then, you need a replace part and solder it in place again, it is very easy but you need patience and the right tools (as seen in video)....finally, sorry my bad (brazilian) english. heheh
Problem is, unless all mechanical parts that rub against each other are from the material of same hardness, it might wear down much faster than originally. The epoxy compound ought to be significantly harder than whatever plastic those parts were made originally from, so it will not wear down itself, but will rub down all the other parts.
What's the soldering temperature?
Yes, there are some glue methods that will work pretty well, my video was a more permanent fix if someone had the right tools at hand.
Never tried the scissors.
@darthboti Eh, just a "solder sucker" or something. Should be able to get one at Radio Shack or similar electronics/component store.
God damn you, dude. I went looking for a missing piece of my rumble thing on my floor for quite awhile thinking I'd misplaced it like you did and then when I got to the end of the video you mentioned there wasn't anything missing which I overheard as I was looking all over
When the rain washes you clean, you will know
Any soldering material can be used?
Kinda a problem since the 2 black controllers were slightly different "mostly for the C-stick assembly", at least the assembly isn't different like 1 is 10 solder points and the other has 6 solder points and 2 screws, that would be a major problem.
Actually update its possible, Philip McFee aka Fix it Phil made a video on fixing his Gamecube controller, funny thing is his was also black, his controller was the same but his broken one had the other type of assembly, with the 6 points and 2 Philip screws.
Those potentiometers you replace; I wonder if you could find them new somewhere? They seem like fairly standard components; if you could, you wouldn't have to sacrifice a gamecube controller.
I don’t know if you still reply in the comments but my c stick wire snapped off. Is it still possible to solder it back? (Btw the wire that’s inside the rubber cable it looks like it’s too short to even solder back so that’s why I’m asking)
I was wondering i f you can make a arcade stick out a game cube controller ?
shoutouts to Kadano
Hi, i replaced the analog stick but it keeps moving to the right, what could be wrong? thanks.
Have you tried pressing Y X and start?
Can i replace my GameCube controller stick by PC controller stick ???
Is the 2 potentiometers "X & Y axes" resistance are specific GameCube stick ??
Kiv-19000-94000 This I don't know exactly. The only way to test would be to check the part, I guess. Which is pretty easy with a multimeter (might have to pull the part to accurately test, though)
I did this but now the c stick i put on the one that was supposed to be fixed doesn't work as it should. It wont move up or down, like its Y axis doesnt work. What causes this? I wanna know if I broke something on the stick or board during solding/unsolding. I put the bad stick on the other controller's c stick board thingy and it works just fine
hold x y and then start
No idea, I've never owned one. Wouldn't hurt to pop one open though and take a look!
Couldn't you also use some copper soldering braid if you don't own a solder sucker?
Ah, certainly!
@@alecjahn This legend is still replying to comments 11 years in the future to save Melee. Beast.
@@brlvper4 Haha, I gotta save all the sticks I can. Melee was the stick killer after Mario Party 1.
Hey man can you give me the link to the soldering sucker or where you got it from
I think I got that one from RadioShack but since they're not really around anymore you can get them on eBay or Amazon for under 10 bucks, just search solder sucker and it should bring up a bunch.
Just did this and replaced the stick module with a wii nunchuck stick, it works!
***** Yes! This! Back when I made this video I didn't really realize the possibility of snagging the perfect part from a "different controller" but those things are relatively standard (the part) so there's gotta be a lot of sources for them!
leave it to nintendo to use the same part on most of their gadgets... wouldn't surprise me if the one on the Wii U pad is the same lolz. nice it worked tho...
hey dude do you happen to remember what specific kind of solder you used? like electronic solder, also the size etc.
I think what I usually use these days is "60/40", 20ga (.032" diameter) - pretty small in diameter but I mostly do fine soldering work. Anything will do, basically, though.
wow okay thanks. you responded so fast. wasnt expecting that. awesome stuff dude. thanks for the vid and replying so fast. i am trying to fix an old gamecube controller as we speak
Good call, I'll have to rip one of those out and give it a go.
omg too funny. I did the same thing you did. I was trying to switch in the alternate module and it wasn't fitting.
@ 0:42 ..... funny LOL
I would suggest investing in a de-soldering iron. It makes jobs like this 10 times easier.
the black ones suck... the white one is better than the black one, purple controller never had problems but it also cost nearly 40$ new.
You sound like Bob Ross