Modding/repair services!

Started by 2A03, February 21, 2010, 06:17:05 pm

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2A03

February 21, 2010, 06:17:05 pm Last Edit: January 06, 2013, 05:27:54 pm by 2A03
I can perform mods and repairs for certain systems! Here's what I can currently do, in addition to a few more that aren't listed. Prices do not include return shipping. Mods/repairs marked with an asterisk are ones that I have to order special parts for, so turnaround time may take longer than usual.

Atari 2600
Capacitor replacement - $6
*S-video - $50 (uses Batari's S-video board, composite video can be added for an extra $3)

Atari 5200
*2-port console BIOS mod (uses the 4-port BIOS which improves game compatibility) - $12
4-port console power jack mod - $15
*Controller repair (uses new flex circuit and buttons) - $45
*S-video - $55 (uses mokosensei's S-video board)

Atari 7800
Power jack mod (allows you to use a model 1 Sega Genesis power supply) - $12

Atari 8-bit
AV jacks - $15
Chroma fix for 800XL and 1200XL (restores S-video output from the monitor jack) - $15
S-video and dual mono audio jacks - $20
S-video and dual mono audio for 400 and 600XL - $55 (uses mokosensei's S-video board)

AV Famicom
AV jacks - $15
Zapper compatibility fix - $5

ColecoVision
*5V RAM conversion (improves reliability) - $25
AV mod (uses Ben Heck's mod) - $25
*Controller IC repair (fixes non-working controllers on the console end) - $15
No delay BIOS (lets you skip the annoying splash screen!) - $15

Commodore 64
AV jacks - $15
S-video and dual mono audio - $20

Commodore VIC-20
AV jacks - $15
S-video and dual mono audio (disables composite video)- $20

DINA 2-in-1
AV mod - $20

Famicom
AV mod (hardwired cables) - $22
AV mod (side-mounted AV jacks) - $30

Game Gear
Capacitor replacement - $18

N64
Cart slot mod (allows you to play Japanese games) - $5 or free with any mod or repair
*RGB mod (uses a standard Nintendo RGB cable) - $40

Neo Geo AES
Power LED (mounted in the reset button, pick red or green) - $10
RGB bypass (improves RGB quality for certain AES consoles) - $10
S-video and stereo audio (add composite video jack for $5) - $20
Unibios install - $25 if you provide Unibios, $55 if I do

NES front loader
72-pin connector repair (I don't install replacement connectors as they're of low quality) - $10
Capacitor replacement - $20
External audio mod (for use with certain Famicom games and the PowerPak, add $5 if you need your Famicom converter modded) - $5
Green power LED - $5 or free with any mod or repair
Lockout chip disable - Free with any mod or repair

NES top loader
Power LED - $10
AV mod (disables RF for better video quality) - $30

PC Engine
S-video and stereo audio - $25

PC Engine Duo-R/Duo-RX
AV jacks - $15
*Laser replacement - $50
S-video and stereo audio - $25

PSX
AV jacks (add $5 for S-video) - $15
*Mod chip installation (I do not condone the use of copied games) - $25

RetroDuo
Audio fix (fixes distorted NES audio on some RetroDuos) - $5

Sega CD
Model 1 fuse replacement - $8
Model 2 fuse replacement - $6

Sega Genesis model 1
Capacitor replacement - $35
Region switches - $15
S-video (add $5 for stereo audio) - $15
S-video and region switch combo - $25

Sega Genesis 2
Green power LED - $5 or free with any mod or repair
Power jack repair - $5 or free with any mod or repair
Region switches - $15
S-video and region switch combo - $25
S-video and stereo audio (S-video can only be performed on certain Genesis 2s) - $20

Sega Genesis 3
Region switches - $15
S-video and dual mono audio - $20
S-video and region switch combo - $25
Virtua Racing fix - Free with any mod or repair

Sega Master System
AV jacks - $15
*BIOS replacement (allows you to play Japanese Sega Card games) - $12
*FM audio mod (includes the cost of the FM board) - Not currently available
Red LED (adds a rather nice look) - $5 or free with any mod or repair
S-video and dual mono audio - $20

Sega Master System II
AV mod - $20
*FM audio mod (includes the cost of the FM board) - Not currently available
S-video and AV mod - $30
S-video and dual mono audio - $25

SNES
AV jacks (add $5 for an S-video jack) - $15
Cart slot mod (allows you to play Japanese games) - Free with any mod or repair
Fuse replacement - $10
Power jack mod (allows you to use a model 1 Sega Genesis power supply) - $10

SNES mini
Cart slot mod (allows you to play Japanese games) - Free with any mod or repair
Power jack mod (allows you to use a model 1 Sega Genesis power supply) - $10
Power LED - $10
S-video and RGB (restores S-video and RGB to the AV out) - $25

TurboGrafx-16
AV mod - $20
Fuse replacement - $10
S-video and stereo audio - $25

Twin Famicom
Power jack mod (allows you to use a model 1 Sega Genesis power supply) - $10

X'Eye
Region switch - $15
Region switch and S-video combo - $32
S-video - $25

Systems I Do Not Work On[/u]
The following are systems that I do not work on, mainly due to their convoluted design, fragility, or my lack of expertise on certain consoles.

3DO
3DS
DS/DS Lite/DSi/DSi XL
Famicom Disk System
GameCube
LaserActive PACs
Nomad
PS2
PS3
Sega CDX
TI-99/4A
TurboDuo/PC Engine Duo
TurboExpress
TurboGrafx-CD/PC Engine CD
Vectrex
Virtual Boy
Wii
Wondermega
Xbox
Xbox 360

Payment Info[/u]
I almost always take PayPal for payment but I can take other forms of payment on request, including money orders and Google Wallet. Of course, I'm always open to trades so if you've got something I want and you want a mod performed, let's work something out!

Shipping Info[/u]
Return shipping cost will be through USPS Parcel Post with Delivery Confirmation. If you desire USPS Priority Mail, UPS or FedEx, let me know and I will calculate shipping for you based on your ZIP code (or country) and weight. Please make sure your system or systems are well-packed to avoid shipping damage. Turnaround time is around 1-4 weeks, depending on my personal schedule.

Here's a couple examples of my work:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkqpAKwv1EA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-bIckT-Grw

Lee Yo

Can you also do the Stereo mod for NES?

How about an AV mod for the NES2 Top Loader?

b1aCkDeA7h

How about an AV or S-Video mod or a 2600?

L___E___T

Where are you based? What do you charge?
My for Sale / Trade thread
http://www.famicomworld.com/forum/index.php?topic=9423.msg133828#msg133828
大事なのは、オチに至るまでの積み重ねなのです。

Jedi Master Baiter

I'm interest in the external audio mod for the NES.

2A03

Quote from: b1aCkDeA7h on February 22, 2010, 01:57:00 pm
How about an AV or S-Video mod or a 2600?

I could do an AV mod but I'm not sure about an S-video mod at this point, since I have yet to find a simple S-video mod that doesn't involve buying a custom-made PCB or anything.

Quote from: Lee Yo on February 22, 2010, 11:11:46 am
Can you also do the Stereo mod for NES?

How about an AV mod for the NES2 Top Loader?

I'd have to look up info on the stereo mod, but I could probably do the AV mod since I have a schematic on hand.

Quote from: L___E___T on February 23, 2010, 05:13:51 pm
Where are you based? What do you charge?

I'm based in San Jose and what I charge depends on what you want done. For example I usually charge about $15-20 for cap replacement and $10 for a Sega CD fuse replacement.

Quote from: Jedi QuestMaster on February 23, 2010, 10:12:20 pm
I'm interest in the external audio mod for the NES.

Sure, I do two different external audio mods (one for Famicom games and the other for the PowerPak). PM me and we'll work out something.

2A03

Quote from: Mi5terDNA on February 26, 2010, 06:19:27 am
can you do an AV mod to a red/white famicom?

I could, I have a schematic that might work on the Fami (it's for the NES top loader but should work on the Fami). The hardest work would be mounting the RCA jacks since the Fami is so cramped inside.

b1aCkDeA7h

Quote from: 2A03 on February 26, 2010, 04:25:01 pm
Quote from: Mi5terDNA on February 26, 2010, 06:19:27 am
can you do an AV mod to a red/white famicom?

I could, I have a schematic that might work on the Fami (it's for the NES top loader but should work on the Fami). The hardest work would be mounting the RCA jacks since the Fami is so cramped inside.


I moved the controller ports to the front to extend the cable length a bit then mounted the AV ports where the controllers used to be.

It does indeed get cramped in there but if you're careful, you shouldn't have too many problems.

2A03

For those who are interested in AV mods for the NES top loader and the original Famicom, I'll put them up on my list of mods once I perform them myself. You can still send me your systems to be modded, but be aware that it might take a little while for me to get to modding them, since I have to do the mods on my own systems and focus on schoolwork.

Jedi Master Baiter

For anyone who has a PowerPak & plans to play FDS games on it, I recommend getting it modded:

Here's a short video I made showing the difference with one game:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkwmK0SRbys

2A03

Just wanted to say that due to school, I only have time to perform NES mods, so if you want to have your front loading NES modded for PowerPak or FDS audio, I'm your guy!

FamicomFreak

Hmm btw how good are you at fixing Saturns? I have one that turns on and all but I can't see anything on the screen, it's black also I hear the CD thing makes a weird noise. Is it worth fixing? I already have two working Saturns model 2s but this one is model one....just wondering...
Retro Gaming Life  www.retrogaminglife.com

2A03

Quote from: FamicomFreak on May 13, 2010, 08:46:29 pm
Hmm btw how good are you at fixing Saturns? I have one that turns on and all but I can't see anything on the screen, it's black also I hear the CD thing makes a weird noise. Is it worth fixing? I already have two working Saturns model 2s but this one is model one....just wondering...

I have no experience with fixing disc-based systems so I'm afraid I can't help you there.

FamicomFreak

Oh ok well I figure it would cost as much as buying one on eBay so blah....
Retro Gaming Life  www.retrogaminglife.com

2A03

I also want to add that if you have an AV Famicom, I can modify it so that you can use the Zapper, that way you don't have to spend big bucks on the Famicom light gun.