This Nintendo 3DS XL Was Disgusting Inside - Let's Restore it!

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How to Deep Clean a "New" Nintendo 3DS XL - In this video, Robert will be tearing down, cleaning, and reassembling a New Nintendo 3DS XL Galaxy Edition. But while the word new is in this game console's name, it's apparently seen a lot of use and needs a lot of cleaning.
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  • @Tronicsfix
    @Tronicsfix Жыл бұрын

    Yep, it's the new guy, Robert, again! Steve will still be making his normal Friday videos (Although this Fridays' video is a little different). We're just adding more videos to the channel. Hope you enjoy!

  • @NickDoesPositiveThings

    @NickDoesPositiveThings

    Жыл бұрын

    Noo I can’t believe it, he was the best repair guy that tought me to learn I hope I see him again.

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    @@NickDoesPositiveThings You can't believe what?

  • @alexhunter0815

    @alexhunter0815

    Жыл бұрын

    Sometimes things change. Voice sounds good. Video quality good like we already knew. Good work. He is also fixing stuff and this is what counts 👍. Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    @@alexhunter0815 The only thing changing is that we're adding more videos and another host to the channel. Steve is still making his normal videos.

  • @NickDoesPositiveThings

    @NickDoesPositiveThings

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Tronicsfix ok yeah I loved the part of him fixing a switch that was water damaged and that was back in 2020 in September, what my great memories

  • @philinfinite
    @philinfinite Жыл бұрын

    These are great, but I would have liked to see more of the cleaning process. Not just a few parts, all of them. Love that you guys are trying new things and keeping it fresh! Literally... 😅

  • @Zylow

    @Zylow

    Жыл бұрын

    To be fair, if something doesn't require cleaning, there's no need to clean it. and I doubt anyone wants to watch small stuff get cleaned.(aka fingerprints, etc)

  • @PoutingTrevor
    @PoutingTrevor Жыл бұрын

    Damn, Steve must've levelled up and got a new skin.

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    Ha, ha!

  • @stephencourtney324
    @stephencourtney324 Жыл бұрын

    More videos is always a good thing. Great job Robert! I like the idea of making roughed up tech look new again. Keep them coming 😊

  • @vlonewolfv
    @vlonewolfv Жыл бұрын

    I enjoyed the narration. ASMR cleaning, like the last video, is nice, but I think showing a bit of personality while cleaning is part of what makes this channel work. At least for me. Great video.

  • @glados_tc
    @glados_tc Жыл бұрын

    Dig these restoration as well as repair videos. Disassembly/reassembly instruction is always appreciated as well.

  • @Nogarda_
    @Nogarda_ Жыл бұрын

    The fact you've added the commentary with opinions, little tips and flaws you had through the process helped to stand it out so much. and while I understand the reasoning behind it, to distinguish these vids from the others use yourself in the thumbnails. I get a kick out of seeing something so neglected getting restored so I will watch regardless and it's just a matter of time and repetition of being comfortable doing these that the rough edges are going to get ironed out, so it's going to be great to see how these progress over time. I kind of look forward to the first two parter where something needs fixing, but is also in dire need of a clean. in Steve's video its almost instant, but your video gets to expose all the nastiness within.

  • @klasiks92
    @klasiks92 Жыл бұрын

    Been here from the days Steve used to use his brown wooden table if I remember properly, great episode just don't lose the content that brought everyone here, cleaning and restoration videos are everywhere...

  • @jimpaulart3742
    @jimpaulart3742 Жыл бұрын

    I'm here for this content as well! Throw them in as often as you can.

  • @sayayuuki127
    @sayayuuki127 Жыл бұрын

    I would love to see more of this content, I'm personally thinking about getting a pre-owned 3ds xl but I'm always worried about the internal condition of the console. Great video!

  • @templarlord5386
    @templarlord5386 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this video! Just bought a new 3ds xl on ebay, this helped remind me to make sure it's clean when it arrives. Hope to see more videos with you hosting!

  • @just_a_stump
    @just_a_stump Жыл бұрын

    The amount of satisfaction I get from a good cleaning like this is almost embarrassing 😂 Needless to say, I'm def into watching more of these!

  • @Kenjitsuka
    @Kenjitsuka Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for listening to us and adding commentary as well!!! Great to actually see and hear Robert! :D

  • @naliboi93
    @naliboi93 Жыл бұрын

    Love it! Having more videos on teardown, cleaning, refurbishing (as well as the repairs) is great to see. Good to see the transparency about any mistakes made. Would also like to keep seeing any steps used to fix them if the ever happen. I was wrestling with a New 2DS XL over the weekend. Could only bring myself to teardown the lower half for deep cleaning. The rest got a dry bath in 99% Isopropyl alcohol and some lightly damp gauze. Those 3DS ribbon cables and tiny hole in the hinge drama is just too much 😂. And some of those connectors seem way too flimsy. Lucky nothing broke on me! Have a CUH-1116a PS4 that sounds like a jet engine to refurb next. Your channel's videos really help me gain my bearings without the need to dig around the obscure corners of the internet for an official service manual.

  • @ValerioMascolino
    @ValerioMascolino Жыл бұрын

    This is great content!! I'm happy to keep seeing both types of videos with both of you guys!

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoy it!

  • @izhanshafiq324
    @izhanshafiq324 Жыл бұрын

    Good luck , Robert! Love to see more console and other electronics repair/restoration stuff

  • @pehhii
    @pehhii Жыл бұрын

    I'm liking this new restoration content, more lengthy videos are welcome! Great work on the 3DS.

  • @MrWiskerboots
    @MrWiskerboots Жыл бұрын

    Awesome to see the channel growing! Best of luck Robert.

  • @thegees
    @thegees Жыл бұрын

    one thing i like about steve's vids on the channel is the live commentary rather than the voiceover not sure if that can be applied here, but good stuff! im with rob i like to polish it all too

  • @RogueFox112
    @RogueFox112 Жыл бұрын

    Yes. More of this please. I really enjoyed this, along with the commentary and explanations.

  • @Nooflear
    @Nooflear Жыл бұрын

    I love seeing restoration videos and expanding your channel. Only feedback would be to make it your own. Bring your style and energy to these videos. Seems a lot like the other popular restoration video channel on KZread.

  • @DavideDavini
    @DavideDavini Жыл бұрын

    I don't think I could live with the white speck on the screen, it would drive me nuts. Possibly more than the sticky buttons.

  • @carlosgarciaoropeza5480
    @carlosgarciaoropeza5480 Жыл бұрын

    A job that exceeds excellence. Sincere congratulations Robert. Thank you very much for sharing. All the best.

  • @n7russ38
    @n7russ38 Жыл бұрын

    Fantastic video. Professional cleaning. Though I think that white speck in the screen would drive me crazy 😂

  • @hairodesuuu9039
    @hairodesuuu9039 Жыл бұрын

    Skills in restoring and playing, keep up the good work.

  • @mwc8088
    @mwc8088 Жыл бұрын

    Robert is really good at mario kart. I enjoy very much these repair style videos

  • @ikathan26
    @ikathan26 Жыл бұрын

    Love the deep clean, keep up the good job 😊

  • @ibatman82
    @ibatman82 Жыл бұрын

    Adding a new host = more videos. Welcome aboard Robert. Hoping to see twice the content per week. Congrats to the channel. 👌

  • @theshemullet
    @theshemullet Жыл бұрын

    Good cleaning/refurbish video. You are more subdued in your videos than we are used to, but once you get more comfortable with doing them, I think you will be a very valuable addition to this channel. You've already done 1 good video, so you can only get better as you go along.

  • @ianburkard
    @ianburkard Жыл бұрын

    Great adjustment to the new content. I like this.

  • @mukeshgoolcharan6121
    @mukeshgoolcharan6121 Жыл бұрын

    Good stuff man looking for the next 😊😊😊

  • @chrisfix13
    @chrisfix13 Жыл бұрын

    So satisfying!!! Loved the vídeo!!!

  • @sarah1390
    @sarah1390 Жыл бұрын

    Who Is this Imposter!!!!! Seriously welcome to the channel and I look forward to more great fixes.

  • @Tobywan83
    @Tobywan83 Жыл бұрын

    Where'd you get those orange tweezers? The ones I got from Ifixit aren't even thickness so I'm looking for better ones.

  • @gum155
    @gum155 Жыл бұрын

    Very much enjoy and would like more of this. Would love a teardown and cleaning video for an xbox controller (360 and above) Thanks!

  • @mikerowe1367
    @mikerowe1367 Жыл бұрын

    I have a question lol may sound stupid but just out of curiosity. Could a person use a flash drive with the Swiss boot files on it and solder it to the GameCube board in the place of a pico? Haven’t tried but just curious if it would be possible.

  • @armandomorales0921
    @armandomorales0921 Жыл бұрын

    How did you change the black circle pad to the gray circle pad? Mine needs changing

  • @potato_jesus23424
    @potato_jesus23424 Жыл бұрын

    Heavy Odd Tinkering channel vibes for me. I love it.

  • @dianaflora7857
    @dianaflora7857 Жыл бұрын

    I think it would be cool to see this cleaning combined with his fixing videos so you get an all in one...

  • @mosae2225
    @mosae2225 Жыл бұрын

    Keep up the good work and have fun

  • @TheMrLatino
    @TheMrLatino Жыл бұрын

    DK oldies having a heart attack

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    Ha, ha!

  • @BlindMan5
    @BlindMan5 Жыл бұрын

    Wow ur good Robert ..I tried to follow you but lost you when u got to the motherboard and lost you even more wen u started to put everything back together 😂..very impressive

  • @bumbee2227
    @bumbee2227 Жыл бұрын

    Really awesome to be changing some stuff up! We welcome you Robert with open arms here. Great job on this video

  • @jeffcook3747
    @jeffcook3747 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Robert ! Your type of videos (as opposed to Steve's) are very familiar to me. His are too but what I mean is that I used to manage a computer shop in the early 2000's. Every so often, we would get people who would drop off their computers. I'd fix them and call for them to be picked up but they would never come pay for the machines, they'd abandon them. After much communication (voice mails), my boss would allow me to take the machines apart and recover any parts we had installed. So we had a bunch of half fixed PCs cluttering the shelves. What I did was take all the systems, clean out the nicotine, bugs and food crumbs/soda drips, take the best combination of case, MB/CPU/RAM and make a Frankenstein PC. I'd use old cast off sound cards, NICs, video cards and then sell these as "used" systems. The cases and cards that I couldn't use I sold individually. We made several hundred dollars off of this.

  • @SlingshotGamer
    @SlingshotGamer Жыл бұрын

    Ah yes the perfect amount of Robert. Great job!

  • @Retorica26
    @Retorica26 Жыл бұрын

    yoooo new guy, that's awesome 😎👊 this video also reminds me of odd thinkering restoration videos 🤔

  • @BODETHEKILLER
    @BODETHEKILLER Жыл бұрын

    Loved it! More content the better!

  • @Charizard27
    @Charizard27 Жыл бұрын

    As long as this guy says the magic word over here I'm fine with having a fresh new face on the channel. (By the way for all the new people the magic word is The perfect amount of Thermo Paste)

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    He's still in training on that! Lol

  • @Semystic
    @Semystic Жыл бұрын

    Welcome Robert!

  • @rickymelendez932
    @rickymelendez932 Жыл бұрын

    Love this new dude. Great addition to the channel! Looking forward to the new content

  • @elnkr2603
    @elnkr2603 Жыл бұрын

    Have I drifted into an alternate universe? Where's Steve? Help Jokes aside though, looking forward to seeing even more videos from Robert

  • @RiksFix
    @RiksFix Жыл бұрын

    Good job! Look´s like the battery is swollen?

  • @piccolosan19
    @piccolosan19 Жыл бұрын

    Hey Robert Sir You had another vid not to long ago And you also do great work

  • @toxic_reject6965
    @toxic_reject6965 Жыл бұрын

    great video xxx

  • @TheBrando212
    @TheBrando212 Жыл бұрын

    Disgusting inside aside, that galaxy plate is gorgeous. Wonder if I can find it as a standalone plate swap for my new 3ds xl.

  • @JohnLafitte
    @JohnLafitte Жыл бұрын

    This was great. As much as I love Steve's videos, I really do like to see the cleaning / restoring part too. These will be a great addition to the channel.

  • @qh8389712089
    @qh8389712089 Жыл бұрын

    Always get stoked seeing new people in big channels. It’s a sign of growth or change!

  • @jcchaconjr
    @jcchaconjr Жыл бұрын

    Aww bummer about that white spec! I think if I had to, I could probably handle this tear down - except for that top screen! Getting that ribbon cable twirled up enough to safely pass it through the ring looks too stressful. 😱

  • @wongszeshi1613
    @wongszeshi1613 Жыл бұрын

    Thought I'm in the wrong channel. Saying hi to the new face.

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    Same channel but new guy with a different kind of video. Steve will still be in Fridays video and he'll still be making his normal videos.

  • @wongszeshi1613

    @wongszeshi1613

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Tronicsfix that's awesome, means more fix-gasms for everyone, kudos to team TronicsFix.

  • @the_queen_fisher
    @the_queen_fisher Жыл бұрын

    Love it! Glad to have more content! Great job, Robert!

  • @kaknballz
    @kaknballz Жыл бұрын

    Too many channels doing the "restore" thing for me. The education is what I enjoy.

  • @billythygoat
    @billythygoat Жыл бұрын

    Can you do some cleaning product comparisons (like contact cleaners vs alcohol) along with what harms the typical game console plastic? Like the broken xbox series x, cut it up and soak it different solutions for 24 hrs. Do the same for the rubber pieces too. Kind of like a Project Farm video but for the tech side of things.

  • @janoskiraly805
    @janoskiraly805 Жыл бұрын

    That white spot on the screen would drive me crazy. 😆

  • @Deathvalley1980
    @Deathvalley1980 Жыл бұрын

    Cleaning disgusting consoles is very nice. Good series

  • @SilenceEngaged
    @SilenceEngaged Жыл бұрын

    Love seeing new faces! Keep up the good work, guys!!!

  • @manstersal2317
    @manstersal2317 Жыл бұрын

    Like the content. Good stuff. That white spec would drive me nuts though. Of course we enjoy Steve, but I'm sure Steve needs a break sometimes and this gives others a chance to show what they can do.

  • @eathenalexander2836
    @eathenalexander2836 Жыл бұрын

    That tiny white speck would kill me. OCD not having it lol.

  • @aroundtheblockwithbrock4799
    @aroundtheblockwithbrock4799 Жыл бұрын

    Glad to enjoy this video maybe you can do a video together like have Steve do the repair then have this guy do the cleaning

  • @PaulPlaysMinecraft
    @PaulPlaysMinecraft Жыл бұрын

    Love the new addition to the team

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey thanks!

  • @LucaBlightOfHighland
    @LucaBlightOfHighland Жыл бұрын

    That damn ribbon cable of the upper screen is the reason cause i never fix a nintendo dual screen console, i just hate them too much.

  • @alg3898
    @alg3898 Жыл бұрын

    That white speck... It's killing me. Is the top screen's lens removable? I would peel that in a heartbeat to clean underneath.

  • @LeesReviews69
    @LeesReviews69 Жыл бұрын

    So we’re adding videos, not replacing? Good. I’m really used to Tronfix’s voice and demeanor

  • @oziqpl
    @oziqpl Жыл бұрын

    i just bought a new 3ds ll from japan and i can't wait to get it!!!

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    Wow, nice! These are such cool consoles. Wish they still made them.

  • @Jzwiz
    @Jzwiz Жыл бұрын

    Well hello there new guy ^^ hope to see more from you

  • @thatoneluna
    @thatoneluna Жыл бұрын

    I actually got one recently! tysm!

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    Lucky! These are getting expensive these days.

  • @ac1studios
    @ac1studios Жыл бұрын

    I have the same exact galaxy new 3ds I absolutely love it

  • @FelinVison
    @FelinVison Жыл бұрын

    Hey nice video Robert! Looking forward to the next one !

  • @sebastianherrmann4741
    @sebastianherrmann4741 Жыл бұрын

    I would never be able to put this back together 😂

  • @JPU89
    @JPU89 Жыл бұрын

    What kind of soap do you use to wash everything in the tub?

  • @cloudthebiker
    @cloudthebiker Жыл бұрын

    I love this videos :)

  • @sythshowedu
    @sythshowedu Жыл бұрын

    is the white spec not fixable?

  • @Child_Gobbler
    @Child_Gobbler Жыл бұрын

    Thx for the help😀

  • @pfroo40
    @pfroo40 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, I enjoyed the video! But, man, that white speck in the screen would drive me crazy!

  • @daynmitchell7543
    @daynmitchell7543 Жыл бұрын

    I like this Rob!

  • @MyAdventurr
    @MyAdventurr Жыл бұрын

    Hey Robert! Nice to see you in your TronicsFix debut/reveal! I look forward to seeing more of your style and videos! I also wanted to throw out the channel name of Wristwatch Revival who you remind me of. They are excellent at sharing a passion for restoration and attention to detail with the audience. I get the same feel from you! Every console has a story and almost always an inner kid who played the heck out of it. I would like to hear you share your passion for video game consoles and what it means to revive play and that inner-child for people of all ages.

  • @nes199
    @nes199 Жыл бұрын

    I'm so confused I thought this was Steves channel my mind is in a state of disarray

  • @TristanBottorff
    @TristanBottorff Жыл бұрын

    Yooo, my ps5 keeps shutting off when I play hogwarts, would you guys be able to fix it in a video

  • @12345.......
    @12345....... Жыл бұрын

    Soda pop. What part of the Midwest are from Robert?

  • @manuelcabrera3329
    @manuelcabrera3329 Жыл бұрын

    Great work! Great video!

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it!

  • @alexhunter0815
    @alexhunter0815 Жыл бұрын

    Two video formats for me from the same channel??? 🎉😊🍻👍

  • @mrnada
    @mrnada Жыл бұрын

    I might be ok with this if he wears a Steve mask and says 'The perfect amount of cleaning'! But really can't wait to see more deep cleaning of some nasty systems. I suggest a neat channel spasific brush or custom cleaning tool thats a reflection of your channel. Or ya know just stir it with your finger, ya know what ever you want.

  • @lowca3717
    @lowca3717 Жыл бұрын

    All that trouble to clean, and at the end I can only look at that white dot in the center of the play screen... That would drive me insane.

  • @shiningplatinumgamer9352
    @shiningplatinumgamer9352 Жыл бұрын

    Bro, Cool video!

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Glad you enjoyed

  • @PAGALMP-us7oc
    @PAGALMP-us7oc Жыл бұрын

    Wait steve bro you got a new haircut and beard ☠️

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    Lol

  • @PAGALMP-us7oc

    @PAGALMP-us7oc

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Tronicsfix hehe 😂😅

  • @joakes33
    @joakes33 Жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed the relaxing music and the commentary

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it

  • @brianlee5221
    @brianlee5221 Жыл бұрын

    I legit have this exact 3ds xl

  • @TruthWarriorB88
    @TruthWarriorB88 Жыл бұрын

    Galaxy style, huh? Nice. 👀

  • @Tronicsfix

    @Tronicsfix

    Жыл бұрын

    These are such cool 3DS's

  • @user-ox2dw1ii3r
    @user-ox2dw1ii3r Жыл бұрын

    Nice thinking stevee!!

  • @threethirtynine1514
    @threethirtynine1514 Жыл бұрын

    That looks like a nightmare to take apart.

  • @julypatchouli9719
    @julypatchouli9719 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Robert. Very satisfying video 😌 looking forward to the next video with you

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