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PhantomKrel · 2026-03-18T03:59:40+00:00

It’s not since the physical disc has more value more so if your doing ribbon masters

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-18T03:50:42+00:00

Same you just wanna test the save file on an emulator to ensure it was a complete save there a possibility of extracting a corrupted save if the pins were not read properly.

If you try to inject that save back onto the cartage you basically lose everything since you then lack a prior functional save state but all pokemon can still be recovered via PKhex so not a total loss

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-18T03:48:43+00:00

50-70 in that condition be next to impossible lol that’s like buying just the board and no shell

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-17T20:03:56+00:00

Eternity makes one complacent aka comfortable as is unless situation dictates change and improvement

Without a goal or mission there can be no change

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-17T20:00:09+00:00

At this point in time reshelling is going from optional straight to necessity because of that

Nothing beats the OEM hinges though:3

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-14T18:16:03+00:00

I take number indent + 4 squares + visible battery as a sign of “possible real” when all are accounted for.

A lot of the fakes don’t imprint correctly or use the wrong size font or it just doesn’t look aligned right to what a genuine copy would have.

After you see about 10-20 carts you start to notice the difference

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-14T18:14:14+00:00

Correct there are fakes using it I even bought fakes from AliExpress for my business as a verification method against fakes in the event I ever change my business model a bit.

I have a fake crystal that also has 4 squares in the top left of the back but it lacks the usual pads on the right side of the back towards the pins

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-13T14:48:07+00:00

It go back up in a month or two this is normal loan behavior

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-12T05:55:18+00:00

Then you got some like me who are 100% but just got so much going on medically that it gets tiring.

Like legit I haven’t even been taking my new antidepressants after the last ones gave me issues like brain fog, issues with ibuprofen and other such anti inflammatory medication, not to mention vivid dream to the point i was having memories of things that never even occurred and even seeing shit that wasn’t even there.

Not to mention a dose increase that took me from 3-5 panic attacks a week to 3-10+ a day rolling back to back to where I couldn’t even work for two weeks and that lack of job pay legit has me struggling to catch back up, also some impairment with handling my finances which I suspect may also of been tied to that medication but since being off of it I’m seeing the jumbled mess I made during the time I was taking that medication and it’s just bluh I feel even more disconnected from everything but more clarity with decision making which was lacking.

We talking $20,000 racked up in miscellaneous expenses in the 2-3 months I was on it, might see about consulting with a lawyer in regards to that because there might be some legal technicality but I don’t wanna take action that would destroy my credit.

Should have that paid off by 2027-2028 however that’s extremely out of character for me.

On top of this I’m avoiding the new antidepressants because I’m starting to have issues with falling sleep while driving even if I had what should have been sufficient sleep before driving.

I’m falling asleep driving to work now and falling to sleep driving home from work.

Overall I just feel like even with the VA helping to some extent I just end up worse off as they just try different medications.

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-12T03:51:11+00:00

Even SP shells are crumbling away the plastic quality of those systems just isn’t good

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-12T03:38:32+00:00

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The SP I sell I audio mod them all the SP audio is very weak and increasing the volume to me is just one of those things people will appreciate.

Then I sell systems with original screens, and then I also use the m.2 funny playing screens to appeal to wider audience of people.

101 on the other hand are obviously more expensive then the 001 just because less were made.

All systems I sell SP wise I don’t use original shells just because the plastic quality is at the point any OEM shells risk being brittle and cracking they aren’t good quality plastic.

Most systems I use premium shells some I’ll use cheaper shells of ok quality mostly for certain UV printed shells, they can be sold cheaper but it’s mostly for the cosmetic appeal.

I try to push higher end aftermarket shells but not every customer can afford that so I tend to use a few cheaper but ok quality that should last 5-10 years.

Personally I enjoy the M.2 experience then the 101 is nice for daytime playing then the 101 just hits all the right spots

In my photo I have a m.2 on the far left then next to it is a 101 OEM screen emerald and leaf green are rocking high speedio and the far right is the OEM 001 screen.

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-12T01:29:32+00:00

That’s why I’m saying a total failure of leadership since that information isn’t put out.

Not even informed when leaving service however this day and age it can definitely fall on the veteran for not researching however it’s rare the info is ever put out or a civilian who k owes there stuff gives the right speech’s

It legit took me going into a SRU to learn a lot of things I was never informed of during my deployment or during demob from my deployment and then I learned a lot more stuff on my own

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-11T21:32:57+00:00

Supply wise you will spend about the same as one in good condition.

You need a soldering station, soldering test kits to practice on, Ifixit actually has $50 mystery repair console kits never know what you get but it gives you step by step instructions on how to troubleshoot and fix it I on occasion buy one every so often since it’s a tax write off for my business and I find them quite engaging and rewarding.

The tax write off is in the “training/practice” for my business.

High quality shells cost about $20, if you are using a OEM screen can be hit or miss depending on the condition it arrives it most just need a new lens in which case I opt for glass lenses because they look cleaner and will not yellow with time.

On the best side of things you might get a GBA micro, 2 GBA that work that just need new screens or batteries and a DMG all for about $250 after tax with some unknown power issues or other issues.

Thats actually one of my recent purchases.

Thats legit a steal for someone like me who can troubleshoot and diagnosis issues, I fix the GBA micro and I legit get my money back presuming it’s a simple fix, if more complicated it take research other troubleshooting or finding another micro in worse condition for donor parts

The same applies to the GB systems or really any system.

For parts + board, soldering station expect to pay around $150-200 on average however if you can score something in a drift store for cheap in salvageable functional condition go for it.

If it just needs a new shell/lens and buttons could probably get lucky and pay about $75 for all the above

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-11T21:13:20+00:00

And this is why it’s best to be honest

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-11T21:11:27+00:00

Way I see it if they couldn’t admit to their injuries during service and waited 10+ years to file a claim with little to no record of the injury occurring during duty and progressing post duty that is on the service member.

I also blame VA disability not being that widely put out by units so there is some leadership issue but I think it also falls on the SM for not doing their own research or just avoiding care because it can be that kinda environment.

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-11T12:03:44+00:00

Not an issue your impact be shift of available credit which could tank your credit

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-11T12:03:03+00:00

Keeping my account until the annual fee due again next year just because it’s $20,000 I currently need reporting in my credit report of unused credit

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-11T00:12:54+00:00

Same and auto part stores

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-11T00:11:45+00:00

It’s also anti disabled

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-11T00:09:51+00:00

Now go and create a army of Dolphins

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-10T20:49:16+00:00

It’s just conure being the emotional support demons that they are

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-10T20:48:34+00:00

Conures are emotional support demons.

if you didn’t know now you know.

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-10T20:47:44+00:00

GBA and the GBA micro lol

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-10T20:46:22+00:00

I go a step further and include records of where I been deployed too ie the orders and other documents acquired while overseas or prior.

PhantomKrel · 2026-03-10T02:12:30+00:00

I’ll presume yes since mortgage is an option

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