• denast@lemmy.worldOP
      3·
      3 years ago

      I was not around when original consoles in this color were released, only found out about it recently and I’m obsessed! Already own two other things in atomic purple (8BitDo controller and Miyoo Mini Plus)

    • denast@lemmy.worldOP
      5·
      3 years ago

      Thanks! It’s a tough mod, but unlike others saying they regret the struggle, I don’t, it’s just so pretty!

  • Synthead@lemmy.ml
    6·
    3 years ago

    I just did this same swap in the same color!

    I see that you kept the original trackpad surfaces. I considered this a lot. Do they rub on the chassis at all? Is there anything else you did differently that you like?

    • denast@lemmy.worldOP
      5·
      3 years ago

      I’ve basically just finished it an hour ago and only run a single game + input tests to make sure everything works, so I can’t vouch for anything longterm.

      I decided to keep original trackpad covers because I gave up trying to lift the covers and got scared it may break if I apply even more heat / pressure. You have to place black adhesive under transparent covers anyway so it’s not a huge visual compromise. They don’t seem to rub on the chassis, at least so far. Otherwise I kept to the instructions and replaced everything.

      Also grats on your mod too!

      • Synthead@lemmy.ml
        3·
        3 years ago

        Hey that’s great to know! I agree: the amount of effort to remove them is a little silly. I found that the best way to do it is to pry it from the corners. There is a PCB underneath with traces on the surface, so you want to be careful.

        Although, I like the surface of the originals better, and seeing that they fit nicely on yours, I might swap them back.

        Cheers!

        • denast@lemmy.worldOP
          2·
          3 years ago

          If surface feeling is your only concern, you may look into getting some trackpad stickers from aftermarket. I’ve had dbrand skin before this mod and it felt fine. There should be a bunch of variants with different textures on places like etsy. I mean redoing the trackpad covers seems like a huge pain in the ass.

          • Synthead@lemmy.ml
            3·
            3 years ago

            I mean redoing the trackpad covers seems like a huge pain in the ass.

            Yeah, you’re probably right, but I’d want them done right, if I choose to change it :) They’re not bad as they are, though.

    • Hubi@feddit.de
      3·
      3 years ago

      Same thing happens to me every time I work on a car or a Laptop. As long as nothing rattles it’s just weight savings.

    • denast@lemmy.worldOP
      2·
      3 years ago

      The reasoning is pretty simple, this kit comes with all the screws deck uses and more, so I was left with tons of extras :)

  • Macaroni_ninja@lemmy.world
    4·
    3 years ago

    Looks awesome. I am doing a full button swap with joysticks. Just waiting for the replacement fan (might as well change that) before beginning and super excited to do it.

    • denast@lemmy.worldOP
      4·
      3 years ago

      I’ve considered getting joystick replacements too but decided against. They are not super hard to replace as they are immediately exposed after taking the back cover off, and while less durable can still last years upon years, none of controllers I used in my entire life ever developed stick drift.

      Buttons meanwhile require to take out a lot of stuff, so be prepared and leave enough space on your desk for components. Good luck with mods!

      • Macaroni_ninja@lemmy.world
        3·
        3 years ago

        Thanks! I will definitely need the youtube video as it looks a bit scary 🙂

        I built a few PCs but this would definitely require some finesse.