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Arcade & Retro Repairs & Mods, all new recipe, with no added MSG...

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  • #1202
    Steve X2
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,885 ✭✭✭Steve X2


    Doge wrote: »
    It makes the owl look very Dark Vaderesque! :)

    10513768_578570792272013_998608941_n2-640x576.jpg


    :)


  • #1203
    MrVestek
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,242 ✭✭✭MrVestek


    Doge wrote: »
    It makes the owl look very Dark Vaderesque! :)

    Don't you mean Darth Vader?


  • #1204
    Andrew76
    Moderators, Computer Games Moderators Posts: 10,487 Mod ✭✭✭✭Andrew76


    MrVestek wrote: »
    Don't you mean Darth Vader?

    Maybe the auto-correct on his phone lacks the Force...


  • #1205
    STG.Otaku
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,214 ✭✭✭STG.Otaku


    Steve X2 wrote: »
    Can you just buy acetone in hardware stores in Ireland? Or is it restricted in the amount you can buy?
    It's basically just nail polish remover, but I need about a gallon of it. Don't fancy buying up 20 or 30 small bottles in Boots :)

    I use it to treat ABS plastic and am now doing a lot more, so stealing some from the GF's makeup bag is no longer an option :D

    Buy it in the UK and send it to the Motel. I did that before with Isopropyl. It's a rip off for small bottles of it in Ireland. Same with Hydrogen Peroxide, I got a well of the stuff through the motel too. Saved a fortune at 23% VAT (and the rest prices) charged over here.


  • #1206
    CiDeRmAn
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Computer Games Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 34,633 CMod ✭✭✭✭CiDeRmAn


    Myrddin wrote: »
    Steve's house shortly

    4e84d1541b070.image_.jpg
    He is the one who knocks... twice


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  • #1207
    Dr Bob
    Moderators, Computer Games Moderators Posts: 3,184 Mod ✭✭✭✭Dr Bob


    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMtjRu_pTGQ


    did a bit of work on the megadrive raspberry pi emulation station.
    (no working megs were hurt in this production)


  • #1208
    Myrddin
    Closed Accounts Posts: 33,733 ✭✭✭✭Myrddin


    Has anyone got x2 spares of these types of microswitches by any chance?

    ZIPPY_Microswitch_Joystick_245x174.jpg


  • #1209
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    I'll check my box of bits at lunch time, what are they out of?


  • #1210
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 7,499 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    I definitely have some

    Edit- altho Im not sure I can be doing business outside of the proper forum:D


  • #1211
    CiDeRmAn
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Computer Games Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 34,633 CMod ✭✭✭✭CiDeRmAn


    BrownFinger wrote: »
    I definitely have some

    Edit- altho Im not sure I can be doing business outside of the proper forum:D

    What, sorry, who?
    Rule breach.....
    What?
    Sorry, nodded off there....


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  • #1212
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 7,499 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    Pm me your address there and I'll stick a few in the post tomorrow.
    Have buttons to go with them too if you fancy?


  • #1213
    Myrddin
    Closed Accounts Posts: 33,733 ✭✭✭✭Myrddin


    Myrddin wrote: »
    Has anyone got x2 spares of these types of microswitches by any chance?

    ZIPPY_Microswitch_Joystick_245x174.jpg
    `

    Found some in the end buried in the shed, thanks for the offers folks. I found a Zippy joystick in the shed during the week & said I'd throw it into the bartop, replacing those HAPP abominations (well player 1 anyway. I know Zippy are still budget sticks, but there's a big difference between them still).
    BrownFinger wrote: »
    altho Im not sure I can be doing business outside of the proper forum:D

    Ha, I thought of that when posting earlier, I decided to let common sense prevail. Hardly worth a marketplace thread for someone that's cheaper than a stamp :o


  • #1214
    MrVestek
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,242 ✭✭✭MrVestek


    Myrddin wrote: »
    `

    Found some in the end buried in the shed, thanks for the offers folks. I found a Zippy joystick in the shed during the week & said I'd throw it into the bartop, replacing those HAPP abominations (well player 1 anyway. I know Zippy are still budget sticks, but there's a big difference between them still).



    Ha, I thought of that when posting earlier, I decided to let common sense prevail. Hardly worth a marketplace thread for someone that's cheaper than a stamp :o

    Got two zippies in my bartop too. No complaints about them at all.

    The adjustable plate is handy too as you can restrict to 4 or even 2 way if you need to.


  • #1215
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    Disaster struck today when one of my daughter's friends plugged one of the Astro's into the 220v :'( monitor doesent seem to be getting any power although the game boots up and plays fine, hopefully its just the fuse. I pulled out the chassis and no burning or visible damage. One of the fuses seems fine but since the other is ceramic I cant tell if its blown, I replaced it with a similar glass fuse and that blew straight away so wondering where I could get the correct ceramic fuses? checked locally and cant seem to find them, its a T2A H250V anyone know where they can be got? Other than that it looks like a job for Grant, wouldent mind but I've only got a cap kit done on it a month ago.


  • #1216
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 7,499 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    Oh ****! That's a nightmare right there


  • #1217
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    Yep she stuck it in the 220v output of the stepdown while it was powering the other cab, normally have it left the cab but had it out because I was sorting a few bits. Solid disaster either way.


  • #1218
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 7,499 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    Ah fook it. No point lingering on it.
    Hopefully it's noting. With regards to the fuse. Doesn't have to be a ceramic one as long as it's the same size and amp rating . What size is it physically?


  • #1219
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    True, 20mm I tried a regular glass one that was 2A 250V But it blew straight away. AO is offline atm, ill get onto Grant when its back see what he says. Kids huh


  • #1220
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 7,499 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    Sounds like something is busted :(
    I think ao is back now. Back and looking good!
    Was it your new astro?


  • #1221
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    No first one, only had it capped a while back too!, looks like chassis will be going back, ill try get a few tomorrow and see what happens.


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  • #1222
    Myrddin
    Closed Accounts Posts: 33,733 ✭✭✭✭Myrddin


    Deleted User wrote: »
    I tried a regular glass one that was 2A 250V But it blew straight away.

    That's only 2 amps though, the monitor would pull more juice than that wouldn't it? There may be hope yet if you can find the correct rated one...


  • #1223
    CathalDublin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,146 ✭✭✭CathalDublin


    Radionics is your best bet, glass should Technically work if you get the same amps


  • #1224
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 7,499 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    The original fuse is 2amps tho.


  • #1225
    Myrddin
    Closed Accounts Posts: 33,733 ✭✭✭✭Myrddin


    BrownFinger wrote: »
    The original fuse is 2amps tho.

    Ah, didn't realise...doesn't seem a lot of current for a big screen! In that case, something must be borked so :(


  • #1226
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    Yep, Grant reckons the primary ac section is toast, he has a couple of refurbed ms8-29 chassis so his sending one out tomorrow and I'll get the other repaired and keep it as a spare, Lucky the Astro's are easier find parts for, I'd imagine the Aero would be harder to find. Expensive lesson learned!


  • #1227
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 7,499 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    Luckily enough man.
    What's the damage of you mind me asking?
    Always deadly to have a spare chassis tho.
    When I had my two I was always on the lookout for spare ones. But never could!
    Might be worth getting a stepdown for each and putting them inside the cabs so it doesn't happen again. Especially with the kids about


  • #1228
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    BrownFinger wrote: »
    Luckily enough man.
    What's the damage of you mind me asking?
    Always deadly to have a spare chassis tho.
    When I had my two I was always on the lookout for spare ones. But never could!
    Might be worth getting a stepdown for each and putting them inside the cabs so it doesn't happen again. Especially with the kids about

    Thanks, £100 + shipping, ya I had a stepdown in each of the cabs but was moving them about and left them out over the weekend. Need to get the finger out and get a proper place built onto the house, hopefully get started when the weather picks up. I'll get the other repaired and have it there anyways, there only going to get harder to come by/more expensive


  • #1229
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 7,499 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    I would say thats not too bad but the euro/sterling rate is shocking atm :0
    it has to be done tho.


  • #1230
    CathalDublin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,146 ✭✭✭CathalDublin


    euro/stg exchange rate is terrible at the moment, really hope it changes soon, I picked up 2 wico sticks for my multiwilliams control panel and for £45 inc shipping, after ebay fees exchange rates came to over €70:eek:
    Now all I need is some one with a router to fit them :D.


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  • #1231
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    Yeah it's chtonic. Euro is nearly the same as the dollar now. Now is the time to sell to uk.


  • #1232
    The Last Bandit
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,725 ✭✭✭The Last Bandit


    Got this Double Dragon from Kerbdog, bit dusty but played fine without no sound.

    Whole heap of new caps and a new processor (68A09) brought it back to life :) Oh gave it a wash as well :)

    18240322871_ea80685692_c.jpg


  • #1233
    Steve X2
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,885 ✭✭✭Steve X2


    The Last Bandit wrote: »
    Got this Double Dragon from Kerbdog, bit dusty but played fine without no sound.

    Whole heap of new caps and a new processor (68A09) brought it back to life :) Oh gave it a wash as well :)

    18240322871_ea80685692_c.jpg

    New supergun design?

    Looks different to the one I got off you :)


  • #1234
    The Last Bandit
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,725 ✭✭✭The Last Bandit


    Ya its a cheaper more basic version of the one you got. Only supports mono boards, Megadrive pads only etc..


  • #1235
    Steve X2
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,885 ✭✭✭Steve X2


    The Last Bandit wrote: »
    Ya its a cheaper more basic version of the one you got. Only supports mono boards, Megadrive pads only etc..

    I see. Yeah that one i got off you is really cool actually. And all the pad adapters I got come in handy from time to time.


  • #1236
    moonlighting
    Closed Accounts Posts: 470 ✭✭moonlighting


    have any superguns in stock ill take one if you do (the last bandit)


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  • #1237
    Doge
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,059 ✭✭✭Doge


    Just ordered one of these bitches for the upcoming iCade mod:

    JA0178881_celco_celco_circles_c68_template_clear.jpg

    It has the all important 30mm circle for the Sanwa OBSF-30 buttons.

    It should make enlarging the iCade's holes much easier and more accurate having the guide in the form of a drawn circle.

    Handy thing to have for any arcade modders.


  • #1238
    Doge
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,059 ✭✭✭Doge


    Was watching Tested 's videos last night on building their own custom cocktail cab. Its in 7 parts and nice to see it all come together.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIYx2Altf2k



    Dissapointingly though they never uploaded the final part where they actually play the cab so its a bit of an anticlimax!


  • #1239
    Jerichoholic
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,585 ✭✭✭Jerichoholic


    Anyone know where I could get an original mega drive power supply, or a cheap replacement that doesn't involve cutting wires?


  • #1240
    The Last Bandit
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,725 ✭✭✭The Last Bandit


    Been coaxing Ciderman's Colecovision back to life recent. We've gone from totally dead, too playing blind, to this garbled mess.
    Lots of faults but interesting to work on none-the-less and making some (albeit slow) progress :)

    18652577201_4ddcf9a94b_c.jpg


  • #1241
    o1s1n
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 35,259 ✭✭✭✭o1s1n
    Master of the Universe


    Already better than a CD-I :pac:

    Give me that tv back by the way, I changed my mind!


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  • #1242
    CiDeRmAn
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Computer Games Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 34,633 CMod ✭✭✭✭CiDeRmAn


    My Body Is Ready....
    For Coleco!


  • #1243
    The Last Bandit
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,725 ✭✭✭The Last Bandit


    o1s1n wrote: »
    Already better than a CD-I :pac:

    Give me that tv back by the way, I changed my mind!

    Ha ha not a chance, I nearly broke my back getting it upstairs :D


  • #1244
    CiDeRmAn
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Computer Games Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 34,633 CMod ✭✭✭✭CiDeRmAn


    The Last Bandit wrote: »
    Ha ha not a chance, I nearly broke my back getting it upstairs :D

    Heavy feckers alright.
    Try getting one up my spiral staircase!


  • #1245
    STG.Otaku
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,214 ✭✭✭STG.Otaku


    The Last Bandit wrote: »
    Been coaxing Ciderman's Colecovision back to life recent. We've gone from totally dead, too playing blind, to this garbled mess.
    Lots of faults but interesting to work on none-the-less and making some (albeit slow) progress :)

    18652577201_4ddcf9a94b_c.jpg


    Never mind the tellybox. Give us some patented Last Bandit® Solderporn™ :cool:


  • #1246
    Myrddin
    Closed Accounts Posts: 33,733 ✭✭✭✭Myrddin


    What's the actual problem with the Coleco?


  • #1247
    The Last Bandit
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,725 ✭✭✭The Last Bandit


    Well so far I've found two bad ICs (VDP, DRAM), 1 shorted and 4 open traces. One of the original RAM chips looks to have badly overheated and scorched the PCB, its also quiet fragile as well doesn't take a lot of heat before the traces start to lift.

    Its currently running with DRAM from a Commodore so I know the chips are good so need to check the address logic - all the sprite data is good and displayed in the correct places but the background is all over the shop.


  • #1248
    Doge
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,059 ✭✭✭Doge


    The Last Bandit wrote: »
    Well so far I've found two bad ICs (VDP, DRAM), 1 shorted and 4 open traces. One of the original RAM chips looks to have badly overheated and scorched the PCB, its also quiet fragile as well doesn't take a lot of heat before the traces start to lift.

    Its currently running with DRAM from a Commodore so I know the chips are good so need to check the address logic - all the sprite data is good and displayed in the correct places but the background is all over the shop.

    I love it when you talk dirty! ;)


  • #1249
    CiDeRmAn
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Computer Games Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 34,633 CMod ✭✭✭✭CiDeRmAn


    Imagine all the learning you're getting working on my Coleco!
    Seriously though, it's not looking good for it, is it?


  • #1250
    Myrddin
    Closed Accounts Posts: 33,733 ✭✭✭✭Myrddin


    The Last Bandit wrote: »
    Well so far I've found two bad ICs (VDP, DRAM), 1 shorted and 4 open traces. One of the original RAM chips looks to have badly overheated and scorched the PCB, its also quiet fragile as well doesn't take a lot of heat before the traces start to lift.

    Its currently running with DRAM from a Commodore so I know the chips are good so need to check the address logic - all the sprite data is good and displayed in the correct places but the background is all over the shop.

    Wow, not a well console at all is it? How can so much go wrong? Or is it a case where if one component starts struggling, it puts pressure on further components down the line (a bit like a monitor chassis)?


  • #1251
    The Last Bandit
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,725 ✭✭✭The Last Bandit


    CiDeRmAn wrote: »
    Imagine all the learning you're getting working on my Coleco!
    Seriously though, it's not looking good for it, is it?

    Ah should be fixable I think, we're most of the way there now.

    I've only spent about 2 hrs actually working on it so not beaten just yet :D


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