From Trash to Treasure - PS2 Slim Restoration

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    In this video I take a white PS2 Slim that was donated to the channel and attempt to breathe some new life into it. During my email exchange with the previous owner, he stated that he acquired this console (along with others) from a local contact that works in scrap. This is LITERALLY one of those systems that was destined for the trash, not eBay, not Craigslist, not Facebook Marketplace. It was going to be salvaged for some scrap metal. My heart hurts just thinking about it.
    This turned out to be one hell of a transformation, especially once I realized what this PS2 Slim looked like on the inside. The restoration wasn’t without its challenges and I ran into a small hiccup along the way. In the end, I was proud of the outcome and trust I did this ugly duckling justice.
    Hope you enjoy the restoration.
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ความคิดเห็น • 331

  • @ewrooney
    @ewrooney 2 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    "I broke the battery holder" aka "YAY! I GET TO SOLDER NOW!" You don't have me fooled I see what you did there OCD.

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Ha, you might just be correct. Maybe it's subconscious!

  • @HellScream107
    @HellScream107 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    The memory card and battery clock on the fly fixes were clutch. These videos are loaded with great tips and advisory notes for console restoration.

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great to hear you found it useful. Cheers.

  • @Modenut
    @Modenut 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You can also rebuild broken plastic bits with super glue and baking soda. It hardens and can be shaped and trimmed with files. Works really well.

  • @ravenrue
    @ravenrue 2 ปีที่แล้ว +113

    Please do more game consoles. This stuff is addictive and helps us all out!

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Absolutely. I'm kind of addicted to working on them at this point!

  • @niino4329
    @niino4329 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    With the battery holder, to reinsert a new battery properly without having to push back the spring so far, it is easiest to actually slide in the battery from the opposite side and then push it under the plastic clips. That means that you insert it from exactly the opposite side that you removed it from.

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the tip! This is how it seemed to want to go in on my aftermarket battery holder.

    • @RestoreTechnique
      @RestoreTechnique 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah I thought the same, but wasn't sure enough to say anything

    • @dawsonramdass1145
      @dawsonramdass1145 ปีที่แล้ว

      that is the way its supposed to be installed
      put the battery in under the tabs and then it just goes in without any prying of the spring
      The spring is for removal
      I've never seen anybody try to install it the other way
      I was so confused when he did that XDD
      But i mean its a simple mistake i guess xD

  • @ArreglandoCosas
    @ArreglandoCosas 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Excellent job as always. Being someone that enjoys cleaning electronics, your work pleases my brain everytime. Thanks for the content as always

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thanks for watching my man, cheers.

  • @Wertyhappy27
    @Wertyhappy27 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It surprises me how that tiny little board can run all of the games released on it, some of them being quite big, while looking good. Never opened mine, and never will, this was a nice little showcase, thanks :D

  • @Norrecito
    @Norrecito 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Very nice job!
    Thanks for including the part where you mistakenly broke the battery holder. It was good to see that anyone can make such mistakes. I usually bash myself way too much when I make a mistake but realized that if I stop there and think about it, I can come up with a fix rather easily.
    You might be able to remove those light (black) spots/lines from the top of the PS2 by gently using a magic eraser if the plastic isn't painted. (The silver one I have seems to be painted plastic and even alcohol can damage it but I'm not sure about the white one)

    • @JMLRetroRoom
      @JMLRetroRoom 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The white one isn’t painted. I had one that was dropped on a front corner and used a box knife to shave off the plastic to make it more normal. It was all white plastic so that may work.

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Indeed it's a matte finish similar to the black version (not silky smooth like the silver which I believe is painted). I'll give it a shot. Not sure what those marks are but they are in there pretty good.

  • @larkan511
    @larkan511 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Staring at my hooked up PS2 slim: we're going on an adventure!

  • @baistosh
    @baistosh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice Video and Restorations,,the Door Repair and the Battery Holder replacement are new to repair, so liking the video..pls more restorations to come with errors like this that you fix...

  • @gluonpa6878
    @gluonpa6878 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    You put so much love in your restoration, it's adorable.

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's a labor of love indeed my friend.

  • @SwampFox178
    @SwampFox178 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I loved this restoration. Ive been doing refurbishments for about a year myself and PS2 slims are by far no joke. Some of the most fragile little pieces can easily upset you. Im glad you pointed out the ribbon cable being able to scratch discs... this happened after refurbishing my Dads PS2 back in December as well as his power button having so much junk built up over 17 years that it just broke off. I had to use a donor for the power button but I did that and a couple others that also gave me a headache.

  • @ModzvilleUSA
    @ModzvilleUSA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hell Yeah! I've retrobritened a ton of these ceramic white ntsc-js over the past couple years. They clean up super well.
    Working on getting some harder to find Ps2 modchips currently, let me know if you'd like one to install and I'll send one your way :D
    -Modz

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Haha thanks for the offer man. So what you're really saying is you're keen to see a fail video of "how not to install a mod-chip in your PS2". That Voultar install vid on the system you sent over didn't look like a project for the faint of heart. Okay, I might be up for the challenge, although it will certainly be the most difficult project I've tackled to-date...

    • @ModzvilleUSA
      @ModzvilleUSA 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BorderlineOCD haha dude you got this! I sent Voultar a 90k model. The 79k and 90k require those super hard connections. Anything earlier then that is significantly easier. You’ll be fine 🤘🏻

  • @ClaytonCLF
    @ClaytonCLF 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Had to tear down my SCPH-77001 to lubricate the optical drive assembly, and it was surprisingly clean given how old it is. Though with the fan, I wasn't able to give it oil because it seems to be a model without a "oiling" hole. Dunce me also dropped one of the fan screws inside the heat sink, and I had a hard time trying to get it out without disassembling the whole thing, since it has a modchip installed and I don't like stressing old wires XD. At least I got it out and put it back together with a now quieter disc drive!

  • @PaulsToolReview
    @PaulsToolReview 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your pain on the battery holder is everyone's gain! Thanks for warning us and showing us how to replace it. Be careful about that fragile part! There are much better battery holders, and this one in the PS2 Slim is not the best design. The way I did it after watching this video was bend the fragile piece back like he did and gently help the battery out. For the new battery, I bend the same piece back, and put the battery under those tiny pieces of metal and gently helped the battery in from the other side. Also, after 20 years, my PS2 Slim 77001 was still keeping date and time, but since I was in there changing out the laser, I did a major clean up and decided to change the battery as well. Surprisingly, the old battery still reads 3.1 volts! Most of the time, my ps2 is plugged in 24/7 so it barely drained the few times it was disconnected. I'll use the old battery in something that is less difficult to change like a key fob for a car.

  • @usdms13
    @usdms13 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hell yes! 2 Saturdays in a row. Really look forward to your vids. Awesome work once again.

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for tuning in my man, it's very appreciated.

    • @usdms13
      @usdms13 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BorderlineOCD hell yea! Like I've stated previously, you got me back into the craft. So thank you.

  • @xGMV
    @xGMV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for covering a PS2 slim! You should put on the title or description what model it is, since these are so different between each other and it would help crank up the views. I for one own a SCPH-70007. I cleaned its fan but the loud whirl at startup continues, however it's quiet after that, and I noticed the unit gets rather hot while my SCPH-90001 doesn't, while its fan is much louder in return.
    Also love how you dealt with the coin cell holder, magnificent.

  • @MoD1982
    @MoD1982 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just thought I'd mention that this has inspired me - I'm currently restoring a CECHC03 and I'm now sold on the idea of respraying it white. I'm not too good at the soldering side yet but I've been painting things for years, so thanks for working on a white console haha

  • @jordancook4988
    @jordancook4988 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have just recently started out fixing broken PS2's and found this video incredibly helpful. Thank you very much for how clearly you explained each step in the video. Great work with the memory card flap too. Great video. 👍👍

  • @AidenJoseph
    @AidenJoseph 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Dude you have so much patience lol
    I enjoyed this video so much! Thank you!
    Keep up with these restoration videos, so entertaining!

    • @gluonpa6878
      @gluonpa6878 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Everything, tools, spare pieces, etc. are so well ordered, organized, etc.

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the kind comments boys.

  • @Dosahka
    @Dosahka 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    tip:
    push the battery under those little ears next time and push the rest from the other side

  • @lewisgrant7622
    @lewisgrant7622 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Watching these type of videos is honestly satisfying

  • @ayellowbeard
    @ayellowbeard 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Was just working on one of my PS3 slims and ran into a situation where I was trying to change the battery, which is in a similar bracket as your PS2, and I pressed on those little tabs probably harder than I should have. Fortunately for me they didn't break but watching your made the made my hair stand on end because I realized that I was probably extremely lucky. Had they broke I wouldn't have had a replacement and would have been SOL! Though it sucked for you, I'd glad I got to see it because now I know how fragile they can be!

  • @hashrulsubzero
    @hashrulsubzero 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great restoration on that beautiful white PS2 slim! I don't see those a lot these days. Great job fixing the Memory Card door issue!
    In the past when I was working on my PS2 Slim 9k, I had similar problem on the second MC door where the post just breaks off. I cringed (and swearing) seeing that happened. Not knowing the solution to fixing the post, I end up doing a case swap from a spare parts PS2 that I had laying around in my storage.
    It seems the post that holds the second MC door is very fragile (a flawed design for the PS2 slims? Probably) on the PS2 slims if one is not careful when working on their console. So when I see you using a epoxy putty to create that post and testing it, I was surprised that it's possible to fix it. I think you're the first person (that I know) who actually shows a solution to fixing that problem. Now I'll be definitely going to buy epoxy putty just to do that fix if my MC door on my PS2 slim breaks off again. I wonder if it will work on the broken screw post that holds the case together....🤔

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For a broken screw post I prefer the regular PlasticWeld epoxy, assuming you still have the broken post. You can cover the screw hole with some tape, epoxy it in place and drown it/wrap it in epoxy if it needs to be structural.

    • @hashrulsubzero
      @hashrulsubzero 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BorderlineOCD The ones on my PS2 slim are long gone however I can try that with my Guitar Hero Live controller as the screw post on one of the bottom screws has broke off (probably someone work on it before. I will try that, thanks for the tip.

  • @salmonella7993
    @salmonella7993 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Every video you put out makes me one step braver to attempting a capacitor replacement on my first ps3 fat my dad bought me in 2007. Your videos are so intriguing and I want to thank you C:

    • @tybread2997
      @tybread2997 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Out of all my consoles I've repaired, the PS3 fix is still the only thing I'm holding out on and the only one I have left to repair. It's the only one that makes me nervous.

    • @SwampFox178
      @SwampFox178 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its an animal just to warn you. I ended up breaking one recently because I decided to clean the optical drive and theres a ribbon cable that goes underneath the power supply so I removed that power supply a good 20 times and now the system has no power. I wouldn't attempt a PS3 fat unless you are decently experienced

  • @dannysmith713
    @dannysmith713 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I looked away and I thought I was listening to Jordan Peterson refurbish a PS2

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He’s my daddy, good catch. Now go clean your room! ;)

  • @danesfc
    @danesfc 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's very gratifying to see how much care and attention went into restoring it, I loved it.

  • @tnaplastic2182
    @tnaplastic2182 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    15:00 Hey! That's a 70k model! You could add the IDE-Connector! You can also attach an SD adapter/converter to that and since the drive is already gone anyway, this is a good place to position it.
    It is also THE ONLY Slim PS2, which allows booting FHDB and the HDD-OSD via/through FMCB! ;)

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the tip! That particular unit might be a bit too far gone to do much with given the amount of rust but to be honest I haven't tried powering it up as it's also missing the power button board. Who knows though, maybe it can be saved. If not, I'm sure it will lend a part or two for a future repair.

  • @Rizko505
    @Rizko505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So glad i have found your channel, the way you work is so methodical and perfectionistic :)
    Job well done!

    • @Adrian_Finn
      @Adrian_Finn 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's why I love his channel, he's a man after my own heart!

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the kind comments boys.

  • @jerrikakes
    @jerrikakes 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Rewatching some of your old videos. You have the best restoration content.

  • @RDJ134
    @RDJ134 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Now we lubricrate the shaft made me giggle :)
    Great work and another PS2 saved and with the battery connector we see even professionals can have badluck or seeing things over.

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wet and ready for action

    • @RDJ134
      @RDJ134 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BorderlineOCD Giggity :)

  • @frvo
    @frvo ปีที่แล้ว

    The battery holder turned out great! Good job! These things happens. Congrats!

  • @SinistarPro_Mike
    @SinistarPro_Mike 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A fine restoration indeed, my friend! Next to the Genesis, the PS2 is my favorite console.

  • @venchia3
    @venchia3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Found one of these for 50£ On eBay and arriving tomorrow! Love your videos and this one came just at the right time as my Slim will need some TLC as well :D

  • @Luigi64
    @Luigi64 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been looking for a channel like this!

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      And now you've found it. Congratulations.

  • @drudigger
    @drudigger 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Seeing your master system on the shelf makes me miss mine so much, so nice to see one again. Video really makes me want to repair my ps2's issues with its disc drive.

  • @BrianTBooher
    @BrianTBooher 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have the silver 79001 model and I just replaced the battery yesterday. Thankfully I was really careful about the tabs, but I can see how easy it is to break.

  • @KitDoctor
    @KitDoctor ปีที่แล้ว +1

    16:49 Also me when closing up a console that will likely never be opened again. I'm a new viewer but I love that I already got my answer as to why your channel is named what it is haha

  • @glassvial
    @glassvial 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I usually use 3-in-1 oil on fans, but lithium grease looks like a good solution, too. The difficult part is when you run into fans that have a tiny opening, you almost need a syringe with a needle to get it in there. Nice work on this PS2, it definitely needed some love.

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm a fan of 3-in-1 oil and I use it often as well.

  • @Victorinot
    @Victorinot 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I wondered when companies started using the evil ribbon cables... One of the reasons I don't dare open up the 3ds. So easy to break these when compared to nes/snes.

    • @benzjiman6931
      @benzjiman6931 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What’s even worse is that the ribbon cable slowly rips when the hinges have a closing and opening cycle for 7 years.

  • @nitrax8629
    @nitrax8629 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice restoration, out of all the slim models this is my preferred one as it's not prone to the laser ribbon scratching the disc with age - it's the only model to use clips on the bottom case to hold it down rather than adhering it to the top shield. Runs fairly cool and quiet too, especially compared to the 7000x!

  • @Hakan89
    @Hakan89 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The yt algorythm got me here , not dissapoimted, subbed

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the sub.

    • @Hakan89
      @Hakan89 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BorderlineOCD it was well deserved, can't wait for future uploads 🥰🥰

  • @wallyf7020
    @wallyf7020 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another educational video. Always looking forward to Saturdays to see your videos. Nice Playstation collection.

  • @Venthros
    @Venthros 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video! I have restored a bunch of ps2 slims over the years and I still dislike them. You did a great job with the binding post repair for the memory card door. I've use sugru in the past with similar success. Looking forward to your next video!

  • @fairrodthecapacitor
    @fairrodthecapacitor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    PS2 is the shit!! Love it forever!
    Borderline, make sure to adjust the ribbon cable for the laser. It can get up after some time, that is caused by the laser moving up and down. The ribbon will eventually scratch the discs that way

  • @jamesdavies686
    @jamesdavies686 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's a quality bodge for the battery. Nice and solid. I suppose you could have also used a save battery meant for a cartridge style game but then not easily replaceable. For the fan, I normally use sewing machine oil, 321 oil, or some type of light machine oil. I'm not sure lithium grease will get liquid enough to get down there and lube things up but it sure was quiet. Maybe from just being super cleaned. Anyways, great work.

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks again for sending the system over, it was a fun project! You know it didn't occur to me to solder a save battery with welded on terminals, and I actually have a bunch of those for cart battery replacements albeit they are generic and I can't find any from reputable brands. Good idea though and that would have been just fine with me considering it's always easy to solder in a replacement.

  • @empressink_
    @empressink_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVE your videos! Honestly the console repairs are so soothing and help with my anxiety. Please do more of these 🔥💕

  • @15minutesgaming
    @15minutesgaming 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always remember to test both CD and DVD based games. Laser power can be adjusted independently for each type of disc.

  • @littleengine1303
    @littleengine1303 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    For a quicker job on plastic repairs, try the super glue and baking soda method. It can be sanded, filed, etc afterwards. You have to have the runny super glue though, I've tried it with gel to no luck. I've fixed broken clip tabs, standoff holders, screw posts, flip down doors on old CRT monitors, etc and just to be on the safe side, you can even hit the job with activator spray after to ensure an instant cure.

  • @GoodVibeCollecting
    @GoodVibeCollecting 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've broken the the battery holder on the PS2 fats as well. The battery is meant to go in one way. The back lid switch is finicky and sometimes it's better to just remove it and bridge the contacts together. What tends to happen is that the lid gets slightly warped overtime and doesn't put enough pressure on the back switch. Why Sony thought having two lid switches was a good idea is beyond me.

  • @eventhorizon2873
    @eventhorizon2873 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So satisfying to buy old hardware and make it brand new. I always clean my hardware every month to keep it brand new.

  • @BlindedOtaku
    @BlindedOtaku 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video made me wanna sub, can't wait for all the great videos to come!

  • @StingnB
    @StingnB ปีที่แล้ว

    This was so pleasing to watch, every single millisecond! You should be proud of your work. 👏

  • @12345nope12345
    @12345nope12345 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not all hero wear capes, thank you Sir

  • @boodro2122
    @boodro2122 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm OCD, as well. And, I thoroughly enjoy your videos.

  • @opsimathics
    @opsimathics 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My friends, good luck convincing eBay bots that their item is not rare.

  • @BarrySmoother
    @BarrySmoother 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Had a PS2 slim years ago but we lost it in a house move.
    Only yesterday my old man found in his shed after cleaning it out after a flood lol.
    It now looks like it's been through a few wars since lmao and can bet every crevice is chock a block full of dirt and mud.
    I'm pretty keen to dig into it clean it all up best I can and see if she powers on still out of curiosity aha.

  • @samyhx896
    @samyhx896 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I also broke my battery holder the exact same way. It caused my PS2 to stay on an infinite start-up menu everytime I turn it on 😭. Now I know how to fix it and just ordered a bunch of these battery holders.

  • @peterford9369
    @peterford9369 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, you are very thorough with your repairs. I just bought a used slim 90001. I don't know if this model is newer or older in the PS2 line. But I certainly want my 100 dollar investment to work. Watching your video truly helps show me the way. Everything is sound. No broken doors or anything
    But cleaning is no doubt a possibility at least. Have you done any vids on the models with the built-in power supply?
    Thanks 👍👍
    Could you not have just placed some hot glue on the battery edges to hold it down, or are the metal tabs the positive leads?
    Oh well you got it fixed 👍

  • @wojiaobill
    @wojiaobill 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    your work is always so professional and clean-looking -- love watching you work on these consoles!

  • @marcianzero_yt
    @marcianzero_yt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the PS2 slim version that you have as a donor. It can be modified to restore the IDE Interface. With quite some work it is possible to integrate an IDE TO SD Adapter and have (MicroSD) and the DVD drive internally. But I have more failed attempts on this than successful mods in this.
    Of course with the water damaged console nothing possible any more…
    Your video: Flawless as always. Wow!

  • @sharptoothtrex4486
    @sharptoothtrex4486 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice restoration you did, lad. Way to go. Even an All Digital PS2 mod is a great one to do even with a ThinkPad 2TB Performance PCIe Gen4 NVMe OPAL2 M.2 2280 SSD.

  • @SquallDNA
    @SquallDNA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is so satisfying to watch.

  • @CautionusJay
    @CautionusJay 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh, I've broken a battery holder in a ps3 before the battery wouldn't come out and I broke the whole holder off the board in force on accident. Luckily pads didn't get ripped. Had to solder in a new battery holder. You're not the only one.

  • @i_amnotfauna
    @i_amnotfauna 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My favorite console, love your content

  • @Brian-Burke
    @Brian-Burke 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was a great cleanup. Could you have used a light oil on the fan? That's what I assumed you would use until you used the lithium grease. Again, nice work.

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Certainly. 3-in-1 oil is good and what I often use as well.

    • @Brian-Burke
      @Brian-Burke 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BorderlineOCD Thank you.

  • @nekrosantenabu6577
    @nekrosantenabu6577 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hola, buen trabajo.
    Es recomendable cambiar el thermal pad del procesador?
    Gracias

  • @LukeZalvino
    @LukeZalvino ปีที่แล้ว

    Luckily no bugs in there. Ya I have that same ps2 slim, those things r pretty tank with holding up and continuing to work

  • @blenderbeachwavesblend
    @blenderbeachwavesblend 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was the later system, the original didn't have a battery like that. It was with a ribbon, so it wasn't simple to replace it.

  • @lukedorrington7455
    @lukedorrington7455 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice fix, very interesting video and a really nice fix with the epoxy

  • @user-rd8cj4yg9e
    @user-rd8cj4yg9e 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    your videos are therapeutic

  • @XanderRowlet
    @XanderRowlet ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve never heard of putting lithium grease on a fan shaft. Always been more of a fan of 3 in 1 oil. If it works, more power to you. That being said I do use lithium grease on everything else that moves, like CD/DVD/tape drive rails, worm gears, etc.

  • @tRu028
    @tRu028 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! How funny that I was just on eBay looking to buy the Hit and Run game 😵‍💫

  • @ryans413
    @ryans413 ปีที่แล้ว

    Actually one switch starts the spindle motor the other starts the laser. When the doors open both contacts are broken when it’s closed all contacts are pushed and the drive will start to run.

  • @tenminutetokyo2643
    @tenminutetokyo2643 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have great memories of working on PS2 at Sony back in the day.

  • @perihelion4495
    @perihelion4495 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have a question about those stickers you try to preserve - are you using ipa alcohol to remove, and what do you use in terms of glue if anything to reattach? I have a Wii system sticker I want to transfer to a different case

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep just IPA and a plastic razor. It's a bit finicky so maybe practice on a sticker you don't care about first.

  • @henrykhenrykowski2745
    @henrykhenrykowski2745 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice video! I like watching how some people are fixing up/refreshing that ol' tech gear. Not only because you are enjoying it, but also because I maybe learn a thing or two from vids like that.
    Glad your project went well here, enjoy your playing ;]
    And I'm gonna sub for your channel after that :)
    The only suggestion (if you want to read them ;) ):
    I think that when you disconnect & connect something back again, you can do a bit longer cuts (up to 1s of 1,5s) during editing process for that parts of video. I think this way it gonna go smooth with the rest of the video, which overall is pretty nice & easy going mood/setting/flow/whatever.
    I think these 'bit longer' cuts not gonna break whole pace of your videos.
    But that's just suggestion from me ;)
    All the best & I'm waiting for your next ones :)

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks buddy. Glad you enjoyed the video.

  • @Syntax.error.
    @Syntax.error. 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you don't have specific putty to fix plastics you can use the super glue baking soda trick. Tech tangents has a great video about it.

  • @thegreatjonzini
    @thegreatjonzini 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Going through the old videos looking for inspiration 🏆

  • @alexmorarie07
    @alexmorarie07 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love Borderline OCD you have Ps1/PS2/and PS3 all in one area now all you need is a PS4 and a PS5 if you can find them at a reasonable price

  • @behindomi
    @behindomi 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Buy an ultrasonic cleaner. They are not cheap, but really worth it! I cleaned all my Gameboys that way, no scrubbing!

  • @georgehanganu6754
    @georgehanganu6754 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The battery holder on my PS 2 Slim did brake as well but my repair was anything but elegant

  • @nte_builds
    @nte_builds ปีที่แล้ว

    Used to have this but in red. Someone broke into my house and this is one of the things they took. Maybe would try to hunt for one later on

  • @zerocks88
    @zerocks88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    with the epoxy putty (granted you might do something the same or better yet idk because I'm midway through the video) I would form it how you have to hold the post and then when it's cured sand the original plastic slightly and coat it and the putty with epoxy glue so there's something holding the two together even more so than just the bond between the joints

    • @zerocks88
      @zerocks88 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      An additional thing I'd suggest is using a "magic eraser" to get the pen parks from the lid :)

  • @RestoreTechnique
    @RestoreTechnique 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great work and attention to detail. I was thinking epoxy putty for the broken latch 👍
    Was that IPA you used for the lens?

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks buddy. Yeah its 99.9% IPA (MG Chemicals 824). BTW your comment was flagged for review lol 🤔

    • @RestoreTechnique
      @RestoreTechnique 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BorderlineOCD yeah I made a joke which mentioned my channel, but then I edited it out. I guess that was why.

  • @sithounetsith9877
    @sithounetsith9877 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are the Louis Rosmann of video game consoles!

  • @andrewlee3037
    @andrewlee3037 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have an old ps2 slim that i was thinkin about bustin out again for old times sake...last time i tried it, the A/V cable was 'stuttering'...i was planning on takin my compressor to blow everything out, but after watching this, i might just have to do a deep clean as well.....i havent worked on consoles since the infamous 360 red ring of death/x-clamp/thermopaste fixes....and honestly, THIS looks more intimidating, LOL

  • @Saiki008
    @Saiki008 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Más restauraciónes de consolas por favor, excelente trabajo.

  • @snowman5020
    @snowman5020 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice work. Great looking system :)

  • @3rd.Eye.Saw.Destruction
    @3rd.Eye.Saw.Destruction 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You need to be testing ps1 discs, ps2 cd’s, ps2 dvd, and ps2 dvd-DL. I’ve had a lot of consoles that can only read one or the other and you have to make sure it can read all of them.
    I have midnight club 1 as a ps2 cd and deus ex as a dvd-dl. I’m not sure of any other dvd-dl games but it’s probably important that these dual layer discs are immaculate.

  • @GAnimeRO
    @GAnimeRO 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I recently cleaned my PS2 Slim superficially, as in I opened it and took out the fan and washed it with IPA and a toothbrush and the inside of the PS2 with a cotton swap and IPA, but I didn't go into more disassembly.
    I'd like to fully clean it like you did, just to make sure all the dust is gone and the thermal pads are replaced with high quality ones, and of course the DVD drive getting new grease on it.
    Though I don't know what grease to use and also I'm afraid I could accidently shift those dials on the DVDs mainboard and change the voltage stuff. I also don't have a multimeter to check if they are still at the right voltage. (nor do I know the correct values for a PAL SCPH-70004)

  • @TronicGames
    @TronicGames 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'd drop the "borderline" 😂 Super clean! Love the attention to detail.

  • @wolfzert
    @wolfzert 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    8:25 will do, thanks!
    21:26 Good Job!!!

  • @nezrye9681
    @nezrye9681 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    new borderline OCD upload lets goo

  • @javierr3030
    @javierr3030 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really beautiful restoration. Thanks for your videos, i always learn something from you.

  • @daviddarkside1079
    @daviddarkside1079 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Video very detailed 👌

  • @SamucaSamucao
    @SamucaSamucao 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice! I like it.

  • @niino4329
    @niino4329 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    With these fans (at least from all 79000 and 90000 PS2s I have seen), you can usually just pull off the rotor from the stator to lubricate them (and even remove dust and dirt under there). No need to remove the sticker on the back.

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'll have to give it a shot next time. It didn't seem to want to come off with average pressure and I thought I saw one of those small little snap rings under the sticker holding it in.

  • @Shafeek-vd2zx
    @Shafeek-vd2zx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    GREAT job Dude 👍

  • @sonycrack1
    @sonycrack1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice clean up. Have you ever tried baking soda & super glue for plastic buildups?

    • @BorderlineOCD
      @BorderlineOCD  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've done this in an older video on an SNES with a broken shell with decent results. I like it, it does work and can handle careful sanding too.