Uploaded May 2020 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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I took on more than I bargained for when I set out to clean up this Dreamcast control pad. But it was worth it!
What we've ended up with is a video of two sections - a full refurb and subsequent repair of this classic controller, with a goal of making it as close to its original condition as possible.

00:00 Introduction
01:02 The control pad and VMU
02:05 Cleaning equipment
03:45 Disassembly and screws refurbished
08:04 Cleaning the plastic parts
20:25 Reassembly of the control pad
23:00 VMU refurb and battery replacement
24:46 Summary
27:12 Repairing the connector plug
34:03 Final conclusions

Music: Joe Bleeps
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My camera: Canon PowerShot SX610 HS
Editing hardware: Acer Swift One
Editing software: MS Photos app

I'm willing to test and review decent cameras and computers!
Until then you're stuck with these shoddy quality videos ;)

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Thanks for watching!