r/consolerepair

83K archived posts · Feb 2012 – Sep 2026

Console Repair

r/consolerepair

Archived posts from r/consolerepair, Feb 2012 to Sep 2026.

Created Feb 13, 2012

79KMembers (last snapshot)

83KArchived posts

RetroGaming Network

Consoles

Handhelds

Computers

General

About

Anything related to console repairs, mods, hacks, advice, questions, general technical discussions, or games and accessories, is welcome here. Arcade posts are absolutely welcome as well. No memes pls.

Once you find a solution to your issue, even if you don't find it from this community, please update your post or post a comment to let the world know the solution.

Valuable Resources

Websites

Console Modding Resource

pinouts.ru

Replacement Capacitor Kits

Cap Kits and Various Parts

Essential Tools

Screwdrivers

Wiha 50Pc Individual Drivers

Wiha 40Pc Single Driver w/ bits

3.8mm Gamebit

4.5mm Gamebit

Tri-wing Screwdriver

Magnetizer/Demagnetizer
Multimeters

Triplett 2030-C

Extech EX411

Sinometer MS8268
Soldering Irons

Hakko Blue

Weller WLC100
General

Black Stick/Spudger

Helping Hand

Basics

Electronics

Identifying electronic components

Identifying surface mount components

Multimeter basics

Soldering
Console Disassembly

NES

SNES

Nintendo 64

Genesis model 1

Sega CD model 2

Get Something Repaired

Users offering repairs

Want to offer your repair services? Message the mods!
Find a local repair shop

Repair Shop List (editable)

Other communities

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