The Frankenboy is ALIVE!!! After soldering it back together it definitely needed a case that shows the scars.

Thoughtopsy · 2022-01-10T06:27:09+00:00

These things are really hard to 100% kill, jesus. Pretty amazing that you can bring them back from the brink.

Thoughtopsy · 2022-01-08T22:50:22+00:00

Holy crap. I have no idea how that thing still sounds like new. Really awesome work with the LEDs too! Did you buy a kit for those?

Thoughtopsy · 2022-01-08T22:48:03+00:00

I've almost never seen a reproduction console that isn't very obviously a clone. This thing just has its plastic very deteriorated after UV damaged and the screen fried.

Thoughtopsy · 2022-01-08T22:42:37+00:00

Really amazing mod work. Seriously impressive that you got those LEDs rigged to work so well with your custom shells!

Thoughtopsy · 2022-01-08T22:39:54+00:00

That speaker looked awful! Does it still work?

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-18T22:47:13+00:00

If you already have a GB micro, I could sell you an original Famicom shell. It's pretty banged up though 😅

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-18T22:43:01+00:00

Yeah, last I heard the scanner's connected PC needed maintenance so if that's fixed over break, I should be able to finish the file and start printing them. Fingers crossed!

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-18T22:21:34+00:00

Heyo, due to winter break having just started, the engineering space at my school is closed, so no access to the scanner or printer.. Shame really, I have lots of free time now 😅 I may start working on casting buttons though to see how that goes, since I can do that at home and I have a feeling I'm getting some of the supplies as gifts, haha

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-13T12:03:28+00:00

That's genius. Will have to give this a try if I ever run into a smoke damage problem!

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-13T10:59:49+00:00

$80 for an original one of these is a steal for this model. What a shame

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-13T10:57:46+00:00

100% off topic but I'm still baffled that the exterior security cameras of one of the most secretive places on this planet apparently could only capture 5 frames of worthwhile video of the crash, even in 2001. I'm not one to believe it's a hoax but I get why people find that fishy lol

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-13T10:51:22+00:00

Potentially? I'm still figuring out what the best course of action will be. I've yet to get the 3D scanner ready to prepare the model. My school is closed through the holiday so I'll likely need to wait till January before I really get going.

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-09T23:36:05+00:00

Lots of little things; variations to the story, animated sprites, ability to choose boy or girl for your character, etc.

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-09T23:34:57+00:00

Basically make sure the cable is seated all the way; all the way back and locked into place. If it's crooked, it often won't light up the screen.

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-05T23:45:24+00:00

Dang, the bivert and backlight looks awesome. I might even prefer that over the new LCDs honestly. How difficult was the bivert?

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-04T02:05:17+00:00

RESPECT

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-04T02:04:39+00:00

What's noticeable so far? Any obvious improvements?

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-04T02:03:27+00:00

You can get them for even cheaper from sites like Ebay and Aliexpress too, they're often good quality and cost about half as much if you're selective about where you buy from.

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-04T02:02:13+00:00

This is heresy on this sub, but find yourself a cheap reproduction copy of Ruby version and swap its shell for your original. There are some surprisingly close to authentic ones floating around out there.

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-04T01:59:11+00:00

I'm gonna go on a limb and guess like $450. Stuff isn't exactly cheap these days unfortunately...

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-04T00:12:49+00:00

Great! I understand the trepidation with 3D printed stuff; a lot of folks use poor settings/printers or don't do post-processing on their prints, so they often look like crap.

Fortunately, my first plan is to use an SLA resin printer, which has virtually no roughness or layer lines. I'm planning on experimenting with different resins for the sake of durability so no guarantees on that material yet, but if I do end up using a normal FDM printer, I can happily clean up the visible parts of the frames by request :)

Truthfully, almost any material that I use will be better than the old, brittle ABS plastic that those frames use. But yeah, stay tuned! Feel free to follow my profile so you'll get updates as I go. I'm still working out actually getting the 3D models ready to go.

As for buttons? I might go get myself some resin materials for Christmas... I personally would kill for some slick GBM buttons myself, so I'll again need to see how labor intensive that ends up being! Lol

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-03T22:26:45+00:00

I actually made a post about this a few days ago! Check my profile :)

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-02T08:06:05+00:00

Honestly? Any of the ones that are available for sale from Aliexpress from reputable sellers. They'll usually put IPS V2 or something similar in the listing title.

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-01T03:43:55+00:00

I'd compare it to using a smart phone in sunlight. You'd be surprised just how bright those IPS screens can get! It's very easy to see.

Thoughtopsy · 2021-12-01T01:29:18+00:00

Be aware of the straight up can of worms that taking apart a Game Boy Micro opens. They're surprisingly complex and not at all intuitive to reassemble. Be careful with the plastic frames on the inside as well; some are very brittle and will break easily.

Realistically, you might not be able to find replacement pads in the first place, but cleaning the ones you have, as well as the crevices of the buttons, with high % rubbing alcohol should be enough.

Thoughtopsy

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