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Nintendo — Nintendo 64

Nintendo 64 Full Service: Recap, PSU & Controller

June 5, 20232 threads~1 min read
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RecapReflow / joint rework

Full service on a Nintendo 64 (NUS-001) for a friend: recap, PSU reflow, controller overhaul and a freshly lubed joystick. Validated with Super Mario 64.

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June 5, 2023· Thread 1

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Recapped an N64 and overhauled the controller for a friend, even lubed up the joystick. Working a treat. Tested everything with some Mario 64. #RETROGAMING #Nintendo #N64 #SuperMario

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January 9, 2025· Thread 2· 2 tweets

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Recapped the PSU on an N64 for a friend. His console had a stint where it wouldn't power on. Reflowed some joints on the PSU, particular focus on the power connector and wires connecting it to the bigger PCB. Finished with cleaning cartridge and expansion pins. #RETROGAMING #N64

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Playing some Super Mario 64 for validation. #RETROGAMING #SuperMario

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