I’ve repaired and sold hundreds of ds lites on ebay but I remember the first time I attempted to repair it took me over a month to complete the repair but then I got so skilled in regarding that I was able to fully change screen and reshell a console with broken hinge in 10 minutes. It was so much fun.
a DS Lite shell replamacement is the most complicated mod I've ever done. Mine had the horrendous pink shell, which had also yellowed to the point it looked like an infected wound, and to make matters worse, the bottom was totally ruined by attaching a security sticker on it. Because I was strongly cautioned the leave the screen bezels in place (I was told it would be unlikely I could change them out without breaking the screen, I also ended up using some other pink components together with my dark blue replacement shell, which turned out to be a cool look (pink bezel, buttons and GBA slot cover)
I think the yellowing is what pushed me over the edge, the color had become fairly unpleasant. Plus the security sticker glue was not coming off even with alcohol. The two-tone look worked really well, however, and it let me keep the slightly higher-quality Nintendo buttons and D-pad, so actually playing on the unit still has the same feel.
Cant believe this, i just did my first ds lite shell and screen replacement a couple days ago although i went with the clear translucent shell as that looks just awesome, then one of the best tech restoring youtubers uploads the same thing, sweet man, keep it up
Oh man, this brings back memories. Replacing the top screen was my first exposure to DIY repair and it was a doozy! Routing the cables thru the small hinge was so nerve-wracking, but the feeling of success was insane. The ribbon cable was way more tough to tear than I expected, but those trigger buttons were something else, though. It felt so good to get done, and this is a great video. brings me back :)
The Retro Future hey while you have it apart can you go over the common fault of ribbon cable shorting? It's due to the weight and nature of the wiring in the top screen and hinge.
Actually, because of the screen weight, it should wooble a lot more than a DSi, a regular 3DS/New 3DS, or even the New 2DS XL. It should be floppy, but a little wooble is regular because or the weight.
Quick tip! For weaving the antenna cable under the DS cart slot use a needle with a bit of thread and knot it near the connector of the cable, let the needle fall through the gaps under the cart slot and slowly pull the cable through, easy peasy!
My favorite DS by a wide margin! I re-skinned a pink one with a gold Zelda set a while back and it turned out a treat. Great work! And yeah, those shoulder buttons are a horror.
I love your Let's Refurb series, and it was so cool to see you refurb a DS Lite system! I had heard how difficult it can be to re-assemble them. Yours came out looking fantastic! I'm excited to see the other DS-related videos you mentioned at the end of this video too! C:
Funny thing about the Shell is he turned a 20 dollar DS into almost a 300 dollar collector item. Those Zelda Shells came bundled with Phantom Hourglass and they dont make those anymore
I bought a ds for $15 and tried cleaning the inside but just ended up messing with BOTH screens... so glad that this video is out now hopefully I can fix it
Those buttons look to be fitted really bad, especially the start and select buttons. I wish that the DS shells would be of better quality, closer to that of the Gameboy ones.
Nice. I got quite a few of them from the recycling at work. Strangely, they are mostly mint green and mint condition mint green ones! I also have a grubby mint green not mint one that I should disassemble and clean.
Rhönen Wolf I must be really lucky then. As a literal child, I replaced this screen successfully using a text and image based guide, and I've never took anything apart before in my life. (in case you're wondering why my dad didn't help it's because he thought it would he a good way to introducing me to repairing electricals but I don't think either of us knew how hard it was)
I have bought many of these from yard sales/ 2nd hand shops broken and combined units then resold, my least fav part of reassembly is the top screen flat cable rolled in the hinge, that you cut from your vid. Good video
Two things, the hinge on your 3ds is supposed to have some play. And that bottom screen being scratched still is painful to watch they do have replacements for it as well.
They didn't, really. The DSi doesn't have it, but that was like an experiment flagship. The 3DS has backwards compatibility with 1837 games due to being backwards compatible with the DS! It's only with the Switch that we're seeing them move away from it, sadly.
Holy moly, I'm basically going to do the same thing when the DS lites ship. I basically bought 2 "for parts" DS lites off of eBay. One of them works perfectly, just that the GBA slot doesn't accept the games. The other one's screens don't work, so from the nonworking GBA DS lite, I'll be getting the shell and the screens out of that, and putting them into the other DS Lite. Also, your videos inspired me to do this, so thank you very much
I've got the same black DS Lite as you and just had a pink DS Lite shell replacement but trying to figure out why the touch screen on the pink now navy blue DS Lite has stopped working great video
Really cool, I've never seen a DS refurb before. It does look like a pain in the ass for sure! I think your start & select buttons are fine, I don't think the game utilized them when you were trying them. I had the same problem when I recently went back to play Phantom Hourglass and forgot that it is literally ALL touch controls, lol. Great job! Looking forward to seeing the rest of them fixed up!
I've changed a few GB, GBC and GBA shells, but the first time I tried to change the shell on a DS Lite, I broke one of the clips that secures a cable and just left the replacement shell in a box for a few years. After seeing your video, I decided to give it another go and I ordered another beaten up DS Lite to refurbish. Hoping I don't wreck this one, too :)
Does anyone have a full step-by-step guide for re-shelling a DS Lite? This was great, but I feel a lot of the little details were missing... I managed to do most of it on my own, and got it to work fine, but I think I forgot the clear plastic bit for the power lights on the top right of the bottom part of the shell... And I'm still hoping I didn't forget anything else, haha... (P.S. the springs for the L and R buttons were indeed a pain, mostly because I figure out that there are 2 different springs in the kit I got, one being the mirror image of the other, and it's easiest if you figure out which one is which from the very beginning). Props for the video, though!!!
Awesome making that ds lite good as new. And as for fixing the hinge on the 3ds xl ... good luck with that as it is a huge pita. I had to replace a top screen on one for a client and it was one of the worst experiences I've ever had. I still have weekly therapy sessions for it ...
Only thing I don’t care for on the replacement shells is how the lettering on the ABXY buttons is always off center. All of the shells I’ve used so far have been like that. :(
I may try to repair my old ds aswell. The top screen is almost dead - a broken cable i guess since it has a distortion on the screen and sometimes on the right angle it works just fine. The shell has some scratches but is in a good condition. Replacement screen plus tools to open cost 6€ from china. Used units still cost around 25€ and more.
So happy to see you do a ds lite. Would love to see you do the fuse replacement (when ds won’t charge). I have a donor console you could use. Other videos for this issue on TH-cam are difficult to follow and don’t have the same quality of footage your videos do.
I was originally looking for a vid to help me fix the hinge on my ds lite, but I came across your channel. I really liked the vid, and I am looking forward to seeing more content
Hey thanks for the vid man! One question though, when you remove the top screen in about 4:10, is that a screen protector or the actually screen? My ds lite has a yellow top screen and ive been meaning to replace it.
Since you made this video, the Lite has gone up in value due to the retro gaming and nostalgia boom. The popularity of turning Lites with broken top screens into “Gameboy Macros” has also driven up the price of broken ones. I’m changing the shell on my sister’s old pink Lite. (Still debating that, kinda a nice memory from our childhoods). But I only got one for $15USD because it was untested! Funny hearing you say doing shells might not be worth it two years ago because fully working units were able to be had for £15!!
This is a semi-old video, but it popped up into my feed. Which is something I'm getting more interested in. If you have the time and this comment is noticed, could I ask what you'd all need to start to get into fixing hand helds? I know I have two that I could work on. My nephews dunked the ones I got them a few years ago in some cleaning solution on accident, and they have broke down since then. At the time it was beyond my knowledge on how to fix them, but I'm getting interested in trying to fix them.
I'm sat watching DS Lite videos until my DS Lite games come in next Monday LOL I'm so excited! I haven't touched my DS for almost 10 years and I'm so excited to play it again!
My DS lite has been my childhood and I've been thinking of refurbishing it, specifically the hinge and volume because it's been acting up the most. I'm a complete beginner and wondering if this is a good video to use as a "tutorial" or should I look further? My system is modded and I'm fairly attatched to it so I don't want to buy a new one.
Really interesting, it looks really complex to get everything done right too, I was thinking about maybe making some changes in mine but after seeing this I should just stay with my DS as it is already lol
I remember when I first got a red ds lite the interior casing cracked so I sent it in for repairs and was told they were all out of red casings so I was given a black and red combo which looked amazing and I still have it 😀
At 3:36 you did not show how to fit the 4 track ribbon. Also to run back the black wire under the card slot is almost imposible without desoldering at least 2 legs attached to the board.
Thank you so much for your videos! Please show a detailed video on replacing the 3ds hinge. All three of mine I bought brand new came with awful hinges that are loose. I have the Zelda one too! 😃
idk why you gave us the info for your recording equipment but we're here for the Nintendo DS so Nintendo DS parts links woulda made more sense since we wasn't looking up how to professionally shoot a video...anyway thanks for lining the outdo song it takes me back to Pokemon times lol
Elliot I've got a new level of respect for you. The ds lite is very challenging to work on. I just bought a job lot of about 30 in need of repairs. They are very very tedious. I'd rather solder a mcwill kit into a game gear. Just wow.
I just order a DS Lite and SoulSilver. I should get it in a few days. I wanted to play Pokemon again and since I don't really like the newer Gens I went for SoulSilver. I will be getting GBA Emerald or Ruby and Fire Red or Leaf Green.
I did EXACTLY this a few years back and accidentally made a hairline fracture in the soldering for the charging circuit, and now it no longer charges. I've since attempted repairs but it was unhelpful and did nothing but make a mess. Still have it though :)
Wow that was cool. Would you/have you done videos where you explain what your doing/the parts your removing/fiddling with on the DS. I'm not really familiar with the components and it would be cool to have that stuff explained.
Does anyone know if the the plastic screen covers are interchangeable between the top and bottom screens? I'm looking to customize my shell a bit but the eBay store I found does not have the top screen cover in the trim color I want. So I guess my question would be, can a plastic screen cover for the bottom screens be used for the top screen? (Not screen protectors but the piece of plastic that gets adhered to the system.)
The fact that the middle song has a soundcloud link and doesnt include the actual name of the song irritates me EDIT: The song is Far Away - Corey Gagne
I traded in my ds lite towards dsi. I should've kept both. Now I got a free ds lite and it has a broken hinge but otherwise works. I've put this off for far too long.
So i was all set to put one of these sweet zelda cases on my DSL to do the same thing and match my 3DS, then i saw how insane the inside is. Seriously, soldering onto ribbon cables and messing with trigger springs and ribbons so small you need tweezers. Naw dude, i'll leave this blood pressure spike to you.
ive tried this myself and like you said its horrible , i got it back together and it wasnt working properly so gave up , i think i will go back to it some day and fix it but yeah not fun.
Good video except I can’t get the ribbon cable for the top screen disconnected from the motherboard. Is there some kind of locking mechanism or clip. I’m pulling on it as hard as I dare but it won’t budge! Thanks for your help.
I’ve repaired and sold hundreds of ds lites on ebay but I remember the first time I attempted to repair it took me over a month to complete the repair but then I got so skilled in regarding that I was able to fully change screen and reshell a console with broken hinge in 10 minutes. It was so much fun.
Where did u learn every component inside ?
@@MrSea123456 i can repair your ds lite and change case to a clear one if you want
sadist
Can u repair mines
It’s turning yellow after 10 years
a DS Lite shell replamacement is the most complicated mod I've ever done. Mine had the horrendous pink shell, which had also yellowed to the point it looked like an infected wound, and to make matters worse, the bottom was totally ruined by attaching a security sticker on it. Because I was strongly cautioned the leave the screen bezels in place (I was told it would be unlikely I could change them out without breaking the screen, I also ended up using some other pink components together with my dark blue replacement shell, which turned out to be a cool look (pink bezel, buttons and GBA slot cover)
They are definitely very difficult! I think the pink looks smart! Each to their own. My GBA SP is pink! Maybe I'm weird...
I think the yellowing is what pushed me over the edge, the color had become fairly unpleasant. Plus the security sticker glue was not coming off even with alcohol. The two-tone look worked really well, however, and it let me keep the slightly higher-quality Nintendo buttons and D-pad, so actually playing on the unit still has the same feel.
remember when people ripped the ds top display off to make it a gba...…...
People still do that 🤦🏼♂️
they still do that?!?!
yep
@Betrayed King PG3D Gameboy advance
whoosh
That hinge breaking easily back then,
that's the reason the 2DS exists.
2DS XL has hinges again because people scratched up their screens lol
There is no winning 😂
If the 2DS had a calculator style slide on case acessory it wouldn't scratch so easily.
tbh the hinge is only really poor on the ds lite, comparing my two to my 3ds at least. the 2ds is a dumb design
I've got three DS lites none have a broken hinge, which still surprises me.
that feeling you get when your the one-thousandth person to like a video and seeing it go from 999 to 1k is really refreshing
Thank you!
This console is my first console ever ! It was red and I played a LOT of Mario kart, Mario 64 and Mario party on it :)
Same dude! Don't think I had Mario Party though. Great games!
I did the same thing everyone would connect on the bus Luigis mansion was everyone's favorite
OMG Same!
Ivan Salmoran yea do u remember bomberman and multiplayer new super Mario
DUDE ME TOO! Except I didn't have Mario Kart, I DID have NSMB, Sonic Colors, and Sonic and Sega All-Stars Racing though.
1 person suggests something: I'll think about it
2 people suggest the same thing: "due to really really popular demand"
Cant believe this, i just did my first ds lite shell and screen replacement a couple days ago although i went with the clear translucent shell as that looks just awesome, then one of the best tech restoring youtubers uploads the same thing, sweet man, keep it up
How coincidental! Thanks dude!
I've found that the nicest looking consoles are the ones with broken hardware. Aside from the 2 big issues in this one, it looks very clean and fresh.
The song in the middle is called "Far Away" by Not The King. There's even a free download from SoundCloud.
Oh man, this brings back memories. Replacing the top screen was my first exposure to DIY repair and it was a doozy! Routing the cables thru the small hinge was so nerve-wracking, but the feeling of success was insane. The ribbon cable was way more tough to tear than I expected, but those trigger buttons were something else, though. It felt so good to get done, and this is a great video. brings me back :)
Also the hinge on the 3ds XL is normal to be floppy like that ... Mine is like that too
Not that floppy! Compared to brand new ones at least.
The Retro Future hey while you have it apart can you go over the common fault of ribbon cable shorting? It's due to the weight and nature of the wiring in the top screen and hinge.
Mines shifty as well.
Ksi vs Logan paul was a draw
Actually, because of the screen weight, it should wooble a lot more than a DSi, a regular 3DS/New 3DS, or even the New 2DS XL.
It should be floppy, but a little wooble is regular because or the weight.
I expected this to be a tutorial. Still not disappointed as it was really nice seeing you go through the (seemingly tough) process to repair this!!
Have you tried turing it off and on?
Dusty Nuts Have you every tried getting a IQ?
@@cyriloen8432 he meant turn
@@cyriloen8432 turning on and off
Littlex Froakie have you ever tried to get a joke?
@@cyriloen8432 r/wooosh
Quick tip! For weaving the antenna cable under the DS cart slot use a needle with a bit of thread and knot it near the connector of the cable, let the needle fall through the gaps under the cart slot and slowly pull the cable through, easy peasy!
This happens to my ds when I was younger and I literally got nightmares by the fact that my favourite toy screen was slowly turning black
My favorite DS by a wide margin! I re-skinned a pink one with a gold Zelda set a while back and it turned out a treat. Great work! And yeah, those shoulder buttons are a horror.
I love your Let's Refurb series, and it was so cool to see you refurb a DS Lite system! I had heard how difficult it can be to re-assemble them. Yours came out looking fantastic! I'm excited to see the other DS-related videos you mentioned at the end of this video too! C:
Funny thing about the Shell is he turned a 20 dollar DS into almost a 300 dollar collector item. Those Zelda Shells came bundled with Phantom Hourglass and they dont make those anymore
it doesnt work that way lol, its a fake zelda ds lite limited edition shell.. he would be scamming anyone he sold that to as authentic..
I completely understand because I tried repairing a cousins Ds lite and it's destroyed so I feel your pain
I bought a ds for $15 and tried cleaning the inside but just ended up messing with BOTH screens... so glad that this video is out now hopefully I can fix it
They are definitely very fiddly!
How did you get the ribbon cable off? The flap isn't opening for me and I'm about to break it attempting to get this thing to open
I ordered a replacement shell for a DSlite a while ago, can't wait to do the rehome when it arrives! Thanks for another great video, mate 🤙🏻
Awesome refurb, I always hate dealing with the top screen ribbon cable and have torn a couple unfortunately.
Thanks dude! Yeah they are awkward.
I just broke mine, I'm so sad. Getting a replacement but I'm afraid I'll break it again. These things are so delicate. First time it happens to me :(
I love your let's referb series
Same
Those buttons look to be fitted really bad, especially the start and select buttons. I wish that the DS shells would be of better quality, closer to that of the Gameboy ones.
Nice. I got quite a few of them from the recycling at work. Strangely, they are mostly mint green and mint condition mint green ones! I also have a grubby mint green not mint one that I should disassemble and clean.
You got lucky with the screen, adjusting the voltage sucks and it's easy to break the trim pot
Rhönen Wolf I must be really lucky then. As a literal child, I replaced this screen successfully using a text and image based guide, and I've never took anything apart before in my life. (in case you're wondering why my dad didn't help it's because he thought it would he a good way to introducing me to repairing electricals but I don't think either of us knew how hard it was)
Jacob Rendall lucky as in the calibration of his DS Lite and the new screen matched so he didn't have to tweak it
Rhönen Wolf I don't know what that means but I'll Google it give me a sec
Rhönen Wolf Oh ok
I have bought many of these from yard sales/ 2nd hand shops broken and combined units then resold, my least fav part of reassembly is the top screen flat cable rolled in the hinge, that you cut from your vid. Good video
I want to do the same for my Nintendo dsi.
Give it a go!
Will try. Maybe after you refurb that dsi. Thanks for the reply btw.
Just buy another one,got white japanese dsi for 17 euros.worth if u ask me
It also happened to my dsi :(
The Retro Future help me fix my DSi XL charging port
Middle song - Far Away by Not the King
Nice choice 👍
I literally started this project myself last week. This is spooky 😂 I ordered a cheap black DS lite & a new Zelda shell from egamer too
Two things, the hinge on your 3ds is supposed to have some play. And that bottom screen being scratched still is painful to watch they do have replacements for it as well.
The worst thing about the DS Lite was getting that damn ribbon cable back through the hinge!
Excellent, was always wondering on how tough it would be to refurb more modern handhelds!
Not sure about modern! Thanks though Bill!
time moves fast!!! don't tell me the DS turns 20 this year or something??
I love the original DS, such a treat to work on.
This is the one and ONLY ds I have, I still use it, and I love it because I can also play Gameboy Advance games on it!
Yeah dude! Shame they stopped backwards compatibility.
They didn't, really. The DSi doesn't have it, but that was like an experiment flagship. The 3DS has backwards compatibility with 1837 games due to being backwards compatible with the DS! It's only with the Switch that we're seeing them move away from it, sadly.
That original black shell still looks really good!
Holy moly, I'm basically going to do the same thing when the DS lites ship. I basically bought 2 "for parts" DS lites off of eBay. One of them works perfectly, just that the GBA slot doesn't accept the games. The other one's screens don't work, so from the nonworking GBA DS lite, I'll be getting the shell and the screens out of that, and putting them into the other DS Lite. Also, your videos inspired me to do this, so thank you very much
I've got the same black DS Lite as you and just had a pink DS Lite shell replacement but trying to figure out why the touch screen on the pink now navy blue DS Lite has stopped working great video
Nice my first Nintendo ever
Björn van der Sluis same mine was grey
Mine was black with a red metal finish on top. I still have it
My brother had one of those top came clean off ended up using for parts
same here, best christmas
Björn van der Sluis Mine was white :). My first handheld ever...
Did two of these. It sucks the first time cause of the cables in the hinge
That's really cool and I might do a dyi myself but keep the full housing shell.
Really cool, I've never seen a DS refurb before. It does look like a pain in the ass for sure! I think your start & select buttons are fine, I don't think the game utilized them when you were trying them. I had the same problem when I recently went back to play Phantom Hourglass and forgot that it is literally ALL touch controls, lol. Great job! Looking forward to seeing the rest of them fixed up!
I've changed a few GB, GBC and GBA shells, but the first time I tried to change the shell on a DS Lite, I broke one of the clips that secures a cable and just left the replacement shell in a box for a few years.
After seeing your video, I decided to give it another go and I ordered another beaten up DS Lite to refurbish. Hoping I don't wreck this one, too :)
Does anyone have a full step-by-step guide for re-shelling a DS Lite? This was great, but I feel a lot of the little details were missing... I managed to do most of it on my own, and got it to work fine, but I think I forgot the clear plastic bit for the power lights on the top right of the bottom part of the shell... And I'm still hoping I didn't forget anything else, haha... (P.S. the springs for the L and R buttons were indeed a pain, mostly because I figure out that there are 2 different springs in the kit I got, one being the mirror image of the other, and it's easiest if you figure out which one is which from the very beginning). Props for the video, though!!!
there are alot of videos online about how you can do it.
@@aborealisglfry Really helpful cheers
Man, i need a guy like you who can repair my nds lite!
Awesome making that ds lite good as new. And as for fixing the hinge on the 3ds xl ... good luck with that as it is a huge pita. I had to replace a top screen on one for a client and it was one of the worst experiences I've ever had. I still have weekly therapy sessions for it ...
Oh dear... why! I will watch a video on it.
why did you say it costed $50 when the screen costed $4 and the case is $10
When i started to watch this video my ds fell of the table and broke ):
What happened to the black ds in the beginning
Only thing I don’t care for on the replacement shells is how the lettering on the ABXY buttons is always off center. All of the shells I’ve used so far have been like that. :(
Is it possible to replace the flex cable? Mine is broken and i don't want to buy a new screen
I may try to repair my old ds aswell.
The top screen is almost dead - a broken cable i guess since it has a distortion on the screen and sometimes on the right angle it works just fine.
The shell has some scratches but is in a good condition.
Replacement screen plus tools to open cost 6€ from china.
Used units still cost around 25€ and more.
So happy to see you do a ds lite. Would love to see you do the fuse replacement (when ds won’t charge). I have a donor console you could use. Other videos for this issue on TH-cam are difficult to follow and don’t have the same quality of footage your videos do.
I was originally looking for a vid to help me fix the hinge on my ds lite, but I came across your channel.
I really liked the vid, and I am looking forward to seeing more content
Hey thanks for the vid man! One question though, when you remove the top screen in about 4:10, is that a screen protector or the actually screen? My ds lite has a yellow top screen and ive been meaning to replace it.
Is that the Xiami Wowstick you're using at 2:08?
I don't have the proper tools for this
My first gray ds lite has the top screen completely destroyed but I still have my black one
Since you made this video, the Lite has gone up in value due to the retro gaming and nostalgia boom. The popularity of turning Lites with broken top screens into “Gameboy Macros” has also driven up the price of broken ones. I’m changing the shell on my sister’s old pink Lite. (Still debating that, kinda a nice memory from our childhoods). But I only got one for $15USD because it was untested! Funny hearing you say doing shells might not be worth it two years ago because fully working units were able to be had for £15!!
Yeah it's pretty hard to make DS repairs cost effective but that new case is nice. Hinge video sounds good, don't think I've seen that yet.
This is a semi-old video, but it popped up into my feed. Which is something I'm getting more interested in. If you have the time and this comment is noticed, could I ask what you'd all need to start to get into fixing hand helds? I know I have two that I could work on. My nephews dunked the ones I got them a few years ago in some cleaning solution on accident, and they have broke down since then. At the time it was beyond my knowledge on how to fix them, but I'm getting interested in trying to fix them.
Have a look in my description for some tools you will need. Other than that some isopropal & some q-tips.
The Retro Future Oh man, I'm a derp and didn't even expand thank I'll have to look through that when it's not dead in the night, but thank you. ^^
I can't be the only one that's bothered by the fact the bottom screen was left all scratched and scuffed up.
yeah , its so much effort to do this mod at least replace the screen as they are very cheap
I used to have all Pokémon games I was running late night trades in battles in making it known in the poke community good times
What a coincidence i just got my ds screen in the mail, and this was a great teardown
I'm sat watching DS Lite videos until my DS Lite games come in next Monday LOL I'm so excited! I haven't touched my DS for almost 10 years and I'm so excited to play it again!
My DS lite has been my childhood and I've been thinking of refurbishing it, specifically the hinge and volume because it's been acting up the most. I'm a complete beginner and wondering if this is a good video to use as a "tutorial" or should I look further? My system is modded and I'm fairly attatched to it so I don't want to buy a new one.
Really interesting, it looks really complex to get everything done right too, I was thinking about maybe making some changes in mine but after seeing this I should just stay with my DS as it is already lol
Its a great to get you started in the world of taking things apart. Just be patient and calm!
I remember when I first got a red ds lite the interior casing cracked so I sent it in for repairs and was told they were all out of red casings so I was given a black and red combo which looked amazing and I still have it 😀
@fortnut adventures yee No, it isn't a pattern. The back of the top part is red, while the rest is black.
I would have liked to see you using the black buttons of the old shell
How about refurbing a console, like the NES?
At 3:36 you did not show how to fit the 4 track ribbon. Also to run back the black wire under the card slot is almost imposible without desoldering at least 2 legs attached to the board.
Thank you so much for your videos! Please show a detailed video on replacing the 3ds hinge. All three of mine I bought brand new came with awful hinges that are loose. I have the Zelda one too! 😃
idk why you gave us the info for your recording equipment but we're here for the Nintendo DS so Nintendo DS parts links woulda made more sense since we wasn't looking up how to professionally shoot a video...anyway thanks for lining the outdo song it takes me back to Pokemon times lol
Elliot I've got a new level of respect for you. The ds lite is very challenging to work on. I just bought a job lot of about 30 in need of repairs. They are very very tedious. I'd rather solder a mcwill kit into a game gear. Just wow.
I just order a DS Lite and SoulSilver. I should get it in a few days. I wanted to play Pokemon again and since I don't really like the newer Gens I went for SoulSilver. I will be getting GBA Emerald or Ruby and Fire Red or Leaf Green.
I have a question how to fix something so my ds it slipped out of my hands and since then the bottom screen has been shaking
nice video. totally convinced me to not change my case lol i have no skill i guess gotta deal with the broken hinge
My silver ds lite's top screen goes white when it is bent far enough back. I wanted to try and fix it, but I don't have a tri-wing screwdriver :l
It's most likely the ribbon cable for the top screen. And you can easily find tri wing screwdrivers on amazon for cheap.
a lot of shells and screens actually come with one. I have about 12 just taking up space from refurbs I've done.
Screens and screwdrivers are cheap!
The Retro Future I think the screen is good, its probably a loose ribbon cable.
Mr SG well go get one
I did EXACTLY this a few years back and accidentally made a hairline fracture in the soldering for the charging circuit, and now it no longer charges. I've since attempted repairs but it was unhelpful and did nothing but make a mess. Still have it though :)
Wow that was cool. Would you/have you done videos where you explain what your doing/the parts your removing/fiddling with on the DS. I'm not really familiar with the components and it would be cool to have that stuff explained.
Does anyone know if the the plastic screen covers are interchangeable between the top and bottom screens? I'm looking to customize my shell a bit but the eBay store I found does not have the top screen cover in the trim color I want. So I guess my question would be, can a plastic screen cover for the bottom screens be used for the top screen? (Not screen protectors but the piece of plastic that gets adhered to the system.)
Hi Elliott I'm fine, how are you?
That's great to hear! I am not too bad thanks for asking haha!
The fact that the middle song has a soundcloud link and doesnt include the actual name of the song irritates me
EDIT: The song is Far Away - Corey Gagne
I traded in my ds lite towards dsi. I should've kept both. Now I got a free ds lite and it has a broken hinge but otherwise works.
I've put this off for far too long.
I’ve had mine for about 8-9 years and have only played Pokémon pearl on it lol
My touch pad has lots of scratches.
Maybe you can make a video for replacing the shell for the Sony psp 2000? I want to replace the shell and I don't know how.
Oh I have to get to the rubbers pads. So I have to disassemble it that far. 🤭. And now a whole shell swap on another Ds I got.
You make this look easy. Also, freaking great music!
So i was all set to put one of these sweet zelda cases on my DSL to do the same thing and match my 3DS, then i saw how insane the inside is. Seriously, soldering onto ribbon cables and messing with trigger springs and ribbons so small you need tweezers. Naw dude, i'll leave this blood pressure spike to you.
Not surprised the gba plug and stylus are missing.
ive tried this myself and like you said its horrible , i got it back together and it wasnt working properly so gave up , i think i will go back to it some day and fix it but yeah not fun.
Why right now are they so expensive everywhere? They're normally like 20 quid but they're 35-40 quid right now and I really need a replacement one
At 4:13 is that a new lens? Would that fix a scratched touchscreen without having to disassemble?
great review ........those shells are dope....i have a coral pink ds lite.....but the black ,blue and golden color looks great...
Good video except I can’t get the ribbon cable for the top screen disconnected from the motherboard. Is there some kind of locking mechanism or clip. I’m pulling on it as hard as I dare but it won’t budge! Thanks for your help.
Funny how they have gone up in price since this video. At least over in america on ebay. Especially the shell swapped ones
I did to all 3 of my DS. I made colors not available in the US. It's the easiest and coolest thing