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[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Re: Turbob Xpress: Bringing affordable "gamer's" games to the community! Round 2 Go!]

Strange, I had one guys that got hung up in Australia for a while, but he finally got em.  The tracking just stalled and stopped updating.


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I've been talking with USPS post office employees lately as I've had a lot of packages coming and going using their services. When I asked them about many of my packages being rather delayed, and several of them having issues with the tracking (no updates, never scanned in, etc), they said it's unfortunately just the holiday rush. They said that they are at 5x usual volume due to the Christmas holiday. Apparently, some employees aren't routinely scanning packages, as this saves them a lot of time and allows them to help partially offset the overload. 

So, although I don't recall having issues like this in previous years with USPS, apparently it's the norm this year? All my packages eventually did arrive, even though some of them never had a single tracking update.

Just some food for thought.

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Re: Turbob Xpress: Bringing affordable "gamer's" games to the community! Round 2 Go!]

Mine are also in today! Everything works perfectly! So much fun playing through a few minutes each. Suddenly an hour had gone by and it felt like 5 minutes! I especially love the screeches Godzilla makes at any key press. Nice work Hudson.

Anyway, thanks again to Bernie, BlueBMW, and friends. It would have certainly been nearly impossible for me to ascertain all the rare to "holy grail eBay monsters" otherwise.

Best community on the web.

I second this I really can't stress this enough - A HUGE thank you to Bernie, BlueBMW, and everyone else who is making this possible! I'm having a blast playing these games.

Due to the high prices they fetch on eBay, I could never justify purchasing any of these titles. So, this is literally the FIRST time I'm playing all of these games. Last weekend I sat down to test out Rondo of Blood...and found myself glued to my TV until I got 100%. Playing my Duo R just became 20X as awesome thanks to you guys. To be able to sit down and play so many legendary games that I've wanted to for so many years now is simply incredible. You guys are definitely making this the best Christmas ever I'm in NEC heaven!

Best community on the web, indeed!

(Got my Batch 2 games yesterday. Thank you!!)

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Re: Turbob Xpress: Bringing affordable "gamer's" games to the community! Round 2 Go!]

A big Thank You to Bernie, BlueBMW, and everyone else who is involved in making this happen  I got my 'Batch 1' discs today  I can't wait to finally get a chance to play these games!

Forgot I already made an account on here, think I didn't really stay active because of needing to disclose my blood type and first grade crush just to post messages.

Zebular - I'm confused why you quoted me there. I'm afraid I don't understand

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Re: Turbob Xpress: Bringing affordable "gamer's" games to the community! Round 2 Go!]

A big Thank You to Bernie, BlueBMW, and everyone else who is involved in making this happen  I got my 'Batch 1' discs today  I can't wait to finally get a chance to play these games!

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Re: Turbob Xpress: Bringing affordable "gamer's" games to the community! Round 2 Go!]

Payment sent to Bernie for Round 2 THANK YOU guys for doing this. I honestly would never get to play most of these games if it weren't for you!

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Re: Manuals and cases for Turbob Xpress]

Emailed you, Brraap Thanks for helping out the community like this!

Are you still doing mods man?  I remember you had some pretty nifty looking console mods!

Yup I'll PM you to keep this thread on topic.

Free bump!

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Re: Manuals and cases for Turbob Xpress]

Emailed you, Brraap Thanks for helping out the community like this!

[PCE/TG-16|CD/SGX Discussion / Re: Turbob Xpress: Bringing affordable "gamer's" games to the community!]

I'm not on the forums much these days, but I just saw this thread and wanted to say a big PROPS to you guys for doing such a service for the community! It's awesome to see such good will. Great work!

Sent you a PM, Bernie

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Re: Turbo/PCE/Genesis/SNES RGB to Component Video (YPbPr) Mod Chip Now For Sale!!!]

Just wanted to say awesome work  I haven't been here on the forum in ages, so it's great to see everyone is still rocking the scene and developing newer and better gear.

Keep it up!

[Off-Topic / Re: REAL LIFE Metroid - Power Suit, Metroid Hatchling+]

I'm trying to determine something NEC to create that would actually get some attention/that lots of fans would like. Bonk immediately comes to mind...anybody have any thoughts?

The robot from Keith Courage would be pretty cool, but only NEC fans would probably know who it is. 

Bomberman? 

Howabout an anthropomorphic PC Engine?

Hmm... the robot from Keith Courage would be fun, but as you said I think a lot of people wouldn't get it. Bomberman would be cool, but a lot of people have already done that and done it well.

A PC Engine system would be doable, but a little more comedic than what I think I'd like.

Here are my thoughts at the moment - popular games that I love that I haven't seen good recreations of:

- Bonk
- Lords of Thunder
- Splatterhouse

Thoughts?

[Off-Topic / Re: REAL LIFE Metroid - Power Suit, Metroid Hatchling+]

Thanks for the compliments everyone  I've put a lot of hours of work into these, so I'm happy to see that others appreciate them!

To answer some of the questions:

Thats some awesome work man!  Ive always kind of wanted a sweet Megaman X suit if nothing else just for Halloween parties.  If you ever would consider making one...

Given the time and money, I can make pretty much anything. PM me if you're serious.

I want a Bayou Billy outfit.

Thats like, 4$ at a thrift store.

I actually laughed out loud at that. A Bayou Billy outfit would be awesome. I better see some photos of you next Halloween as BB or I'll be disappointed.

Why does the Metroid have 3 delicious meatballs inside it?

Oh they're delicious I assure you... As long as you like to eat polymer clay that is. For whatever reason Metroids always have three of those little brains in there, so that's how many I made.

If only wonder momo had so much devotion.

I'm trying to determine something NEC to create that would actually get some attention/that lots of fans would like. Bonk immediately comes to mind...anybody have any thoughts?

Soooooo.... where's the Samus sans suit pics? 

Oh they'll be here! It will be a few days still as I have to get the images from one of the other guys on the team. I'll post them here as soon as I can.

Any other questions, just ask!

[Off-Topic / REAL LIFE Metroid - Power Suit, Metroid Hatchling+]

So lately I've been taking a break from working on video game systems, to work on video game themed props and costumes for Youtube videos. Currently I've been dealing with some Metroid props and thought I'd share a few teaser photos. Let me know what you all think!

- I made the helmet, did all the LED lighting, repainted parts of the suit, created the Metroid hatchling, and created the Metroid egg. To see all my projects, updates, and more info, please check out my Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Platinumfungi

- A very talented Cosplayer named Kelly Johnson created the Power Suit (sans helmet and LED lighting). She's the one wearing the suit.

- This is all being created for a short Youtube fan video by the group "mikeNgary": https://www.youtube.com/user/mikengar...e=results_m...

- When the video is released, I'll post again with an update 







Metroid Hatchling contained:



Metroid Egg:



What do you think ?
RG

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Re: FS: My retro collection - NES, SNES, GEN, Wii, SAT - more to come!]

How much did you want for Pocky and Rocky 2?

$60 plus actual shipping. My apologizes for the delay in my reply!

Just updated the post! Many more items to come

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Re: FS: My retro collection - NES, SNES, GEN, Wii, SAT - more to come!]

are you strictly selling or you are willing to take some trades? do u have a wtb list?

Most interested in selling at the moment. I would take gift cards to certain big stores though

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Re: FS: My retro collection - NES, SNES, GEN, Wii, SAT - more to come!]

Bumping up for a few new games added today 

[Off-Topic / Re: Legend of Zelda NES Case Mod / Tribute Video]

Bernie - Thanks! Glad you liked it  I really like to do "one of a kind" pieces. If you're ever seriously interested send me a PM and we can talk 

MotherGunner Haha. Man I have no idea what that is/means 

[Off-Topic / Re: Legend of Zelda NES Case Mod / Tribute Video]

Just a little bump to announce that, due to popular demand, the music from this video is now available for FREE DOWNLOAD!
https://www.facebook.com/willchilesmusic?sk=app_178091127385

Thanks for all the support everyone 

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Re: FS: My retro collection - NES, SNES, GEN, N64, Wii, SAT - more to come!]

Looking up rates right now... TMNT II: The Arcade Game sealed sold for $100, and TMNT III: The Manhattan Project sealed sold for $140. Still looking for TMNT the original.

Last time I checked that seemed to be an accurate value, but perhaps it's gone down? If you guys have info, let me know. As I stated at the top of my post if you feel any of the prices are way off just let me know! Thanks.

EDIT: Just found TMNT the original factory sealed. Sold on January 15th for $99. So looks like it's accurate. TMNT Tournament Fighters sealed sold for $870!! Wow

[Buy/Sell/Trade / FS: My retro collection - NES, SNES, GEN, Wii, SAT - more to come!]

I'm slowly but surely selling off a large portion of my gaming collection. I'll be updating this a lot with more games, so be sure to check back in from time to time. Almost all of the items have large photos that can be viewed by clicking the listed links.

* Shipping is not included in the price. It will be actual cost by whatever method you request.
* If you feel any of my prices are way off just let me know  
* Minimum sale of $5 otherwise it's not worth my time/trip to the post office.
* I WILL ship International  


NES Manuals ONLY -

CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS of all these manuals: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/NES%20Manuals/

- 3D Battles of WorldRunner - $1

- Abadox - $2

- Adventures of Dino Riki - $1

- Bionic Commando - Missing cover, taped edge, poor condition - FREE with any purchase

- Burgertime - $2

- Cobra Triangle - $1

- Commando - $1

- Duck Hunt - $2

- Faxanadu - $2

- Galaga: Demons of Death - $1

- Gumshoe - $2

- Gyromite - $2

- Ironsword: Wizards and Warriors II - $2

- Legend of Kage, The - $1

- Little Mermaid, The - $3

- Mach Rider - $1

- Metroid - original version (silver) - $3

- Metroid - re-release version (yellow) - $2

- Punch-Out!! (NOT original "Mike Tyson's" version) - $1

- Spelunker - $1

- Street Fighter 2010: The Final Fight - $1

- Strider - has some pen marks - $0.50

- Super C - $3

- Tiny Toon Adventures - $2

- Urban Champion - $1

- Vindicators - $2

- Yoshi - $2


N64 Games:

- Glover - Cart and Manual - $4 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Glover%20-%204/

- Turok 2: Seeds of Evil - Cart only - $5 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Turok%202%20-%205/


NES Games:

- Might & Magic: Secret of the Inner Sanctum - cart, black cart sleeve, cart baggie,map, box with styrofoam block, promotional inserts,  NO MANUAL - $35 Click here for Photos: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Might%20and%20Magic%20Secret%20of%20the%20Inner%20Sanctum%20-%2035/

- Snake's Revenge - complete with cart, black cart sleeve, cart baggie, manual, box with most of the original plastic wrap on it, promotional inserts - $25 Click here for Photos: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Snakes%20Revenge%20-%20Metal%20Gear%202%20-%2025/


SNES System:

- Boxed SNES Model 1 -


Modded with standard s-video output and to play Japanese import games. Comes with: system, official Nintendo brand multi-av out cable, s-video cable, power supply, two controllers, box, custom styrofoam insert tray - $150 - Please note the games shown in some of the photos are not included. Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/SNES%20boxed%20system%20package/

SNES Games:

- Animaniacs - cart only - $3 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/SNES%20CARTS/

- Battletoads Double Dragon - cart, manual, and box that's been modified for 2D display - $25 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Battletoads%20Double%20Dragon%20-%20SNES%20-%2025/

- Big Sky Trooper - cart only - $3 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/SNES%20CARTS/

- Breath of Fire II - cart, manual, map, and box that's been modified for 2D display - $40 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Breath%20of%20Fire%20II%20SNES%20-%2040/

- Disney's Goof Troop - cart only - $3 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/SNES%20CARTS/

- Flintstones, The - cart only - $4 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/SNES%20CARTS/

- Ghoul Patrol - cart only - $30 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Ghoul%20Patrol%20-%2030/

- Lethal Enforcers - cart only - $3 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/SNES%20CARTS/

- Phalanx - cart only - $3 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/SNES%20CARTS/

- Pocky & Rocky 2 - cart only - $60 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Pocky%20and%20Rocky%202%20-%2060/

- Sim City 2000 - - cart only - $12 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/SNES%20CARTS/

- Sim Earth  - cart only - $3 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/SNES%20CARTS/

- Sonic Blast Man - cart and box (no inner white cart tray included) - $15 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Sonic%20Blast%20Man%20-%2015/

- Super Turrican - cart only - $10 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/SNES%20CARTS/

- Total Carnage - cart and manual - $10 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Total%20Carnage%20-%2010/

- Ultima Runes of Virtue II - cart, manual, and box that's been modified for 2D display - $22 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Ultima%20Runes%20of%20Virtue%20II%20-%2022/


PSX Games

- Darkstalkers 3 - complete - $25 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Darkstalkers%203%20-%2025/

- Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness - complete - $25 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Warcraft%20II%20Tides%20of%20Darkness%20-%2025/


Wii Games:

- Metroid Prime 3: Corruption - complete - disc has small sticker around the center - $10 Click here for PHOTOS:
http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Metroid%20Prime%203%20Corruption%20-%2010/

 - Muramasa: The Demon Blade - complete - $10 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Muramasa%20The%20Demon%20Blade%20-%2010/

- Nights Journey of Dreams - complete (has a small sticker around disc center) - $5 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Nights%20Journey%20of%20Dreams%20-%205/

- Wii Play - complete - $5 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Wii%20Play%20-%205/

- Wii Sports Resort - complete - $15 Click here for PHOTOS: http://s1003.photobucket.com/albums/af155/Platinumfungi/Video%20Games%20for%20Sale/Wii%20Sports%20Resort%20-%2015/



More to come soon!

[Off-Topic / Re: Legend of Zelda NES Case Mod / Tribute Video]

TRON - Yes indeed. I have a link in my sig, but for convenience here ya go - http://gametz.com/user/platinumfungi.html Just scroll down a bit to start seeing my work. FYI the page is a bit outdated so just ask me about anything you're interested in 

Arkhan - There do seem to be an awfully lot of dumb comments and things happen over there.

[Off-Topic / Re: Legend of Zelda NES Case Mod / Tribute Video]

Terminarcade - Ha! I didn't realize you were here either Termina. That's crazy. I've been here since the beginning of 2007  I usually just hit up the mod/repair forums. Thanks for the sub! More mods to come!

Arkhan - Oh I understand. None taken! I really don't like the "redesign" they made awhile back myself. But, it's great publicity.

MotherGunner - I know, right? And the funny thing is they're all incorrect. NO ONE ever said anything about having used Avid Video Editor to make the video. Some guy just jumped the gun and assumed that, I guess because the media team is named Avid Productions 479.

[Off-Topic / Re: Legend of Zelda NES Case Mod / Tribute Video]

Thanks for all the compliments and views everyone   As of this morning, it's on Kotaku!!  http://kotaku.com/5876717/this-zelda-nes-mod-is-magical

[Off-Topic / Re: Legend of Zelda NES Case Mod / Tribute Video]

I've been debating about something along those lines for awhile myself. Something that's very custom that adds to, not detracts from, the look and feel of the system. It would have to be done carefully as many people would immediately hate ANY change to the classic system...

[Off-Topic / Re: Legend of Zelda NES Case Mod / Tribute Video]

Necromancer - Thanks man! I'm trying.

TheClash603 - Thank you! If you're ever working on a custom project and want to bump our heads together for brainstorming solutions let me know. As per the paints, the paint job was performed by the amazing "Jayrod2" aka "Custom NES Guy". Look up "jayrod2" on youtube and you'll find him. He has stated this - "I use automotive basecoat clearcoat, usually PPG brand. Its the same exact paint I paint cars with.", but other than that you'd need to contact him and ask for more details.

[Off-Topic / Re: Legend of Zelda NES Case Mod / Tribute Video]

MotherGunner - Yeah, I unfortunately don't get on the forums as much as I'd like these days. I hop in for a few minutes, usually check out what's new in the Mod/Repair Forum, and that's about it. Life's been really busy for awhile now, but I'm trying to be around a little more than I have. If you guys have any charts or anything you'd like made let me know and I'll try to help out  I hope everything is going well for you too, thanks!

TR0N - Thanks man! I will.

BlueBMW - Ha ha, yeah that Skies of Arcadia was fun. If you're ever interested in a custom piece let me know 

[Off-Topic / Legend of Zelda NES Case Mod / Tribute Video]

Update: 1/25/12 - Due to popular demand, the music from this video is now available for FREE DOWNLOAD:
https://www.facebook.com/willchilesmusic?sk=app_178091127385



If you're into The Legend of Zelda, or if you like 8-bit Nintendo in general, check out my newest video - it's a little tribute featuring a one of a kind NES case mod and real life Zelda props   It was even featured on Kotaku!

If you like what you see, please consider subscribing - there's more to come!

Hope you enjoy!
PF

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: LF: Someone to fix a Turbo Express]

farankoshan - Perhaps I misunderstood your issue. I thought you said you could see the images on screen when you held a light up to it at a certain angle?

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Turbo Grafx/PC engine CD Gear replacement available! $15 shipped]

Bravo   

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Laundry List of Sources for Optical Unit used by TG-CD and PCE CD-ROM²]

We really need to make more of these useful topics into stickies, or create some master merged stickies. There's way too much excellent info getting buried in the depths of this thread.

I've messaged Aaron twice over the past few weeks about this matter but haven't received any reply, nor seen any new stickies 

[General Gaming / Re: Dragon's Crown...2D brawling goodness]

Ha, this totally looks like a sequel to D&D Arcade: Shadow over Mystara. Looks like it could be fun...hopefully it is. Thanks for posting!

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: TG-CD: Total capacitor replacement chart + useful info]

Sticky Please.

Great Job RedGhost!

Thanks! I've actually requested that this, and some other excellent topics that others have made, become sticky...but haven't gotten any response Maybe we just need to message directly ... RG goes to send Aaron a message  

[Off-Topic / Re: Half Life: Portal to Black Mesa - parody / fan film]

Bumping this, as the full video is now out!

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: LED mod on Duo R]

Keith Courage - Nice work on that LED mod! Very stock looking  As per the region LED mod question, BlueBMW said it word for word -  that's the exact same method that I came up with awhile back for region modding mine. Works like a champ 

Just FYI, I'm not around the forums nearly as much as I used to be, but if any of you guys need anything just PM me and I'll reply 

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Really quick, (stupid?) question]

Yep. Just look for "heat shrink tubing" and you'll find what you're looking for. It comes in a variety of sizes depending on your needs 

[Feedback / Re: Is it possible to "Sticky" a topic?]

I just wanted to request two topics be made "sticky" over in the Repair/Mod forum. Several people have requested on both of these, so I thought I'd post the request here:

- "TG-CD: Total capacitor replacement chart + useful info"

- "REPAIR GUIDE - Super CDROM2: Total capacitor replacement chart"

Thanks!
RG

[Console Repair/Mod Center / REPAIR GUIDE - Super CD-ROM²: Total Capacitor Replacement Chart]

Nice work! Yet another great resource for the community. Thanks for crediting my layout design too  

Hey! Credit where credit is due!  And by keeping the same format across all systems, it makes it easier to reference.

Agreed! This needs to be a sticky as well. I'm going to try and go find where I put in requests in the past...

EDIT: Ok, just found the old "Sticky request" thread over in the "Comments and Suggestions" forums and requested both this topic and the other old TGCD repair topic I made be made "sticky"

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: TG-CD: Total capacitor replacement chart + useful info]

Just did a 10 second search and found him. He's "cheapnicecomputers" on eBay for anyone who's interested...

[Off-Topic / Half Life: Portal to Black Mesa - parody / fan film]

Some of my friends recently released a Half Life parody / fan film. If you're into HL, check it out  You can see it on Youtube here:

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Thanks for looking!

[Console Repair/Mod Center / REPAIR GUIDE - Super CD-ROM²: Total Capacitor Replacement Chart]

Nice work! Yet another great resource for the community. Thanks for crediting my layout design too 

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Turbo Express screen issue - way too bright, even after cap overhaul...]

Yep. Batteries were the only problem. I use rechargeable ones all the time and never had a problem till now - I dug out some that I hadn't used in ages...and apparently they were just almost dead/not holding a charge.

As far as I knew the screen went dark, not light, when the batteries were almost dead. I guess I've never used batteries that were almost dead. Good to know! Due to all the others issues with this system, (read frustration) I just assumed it had to be some additional time consuming complication. Glad it wasn't 

Thanks for all the help everyone  I appreciate it. I'll change the topic title to reflect the result.

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Turbo Express screen issue - way too bright, even after cap overhaul...]

Well after testing with my new AC adapter it's working just fine... So...yay I guess. I'm still wondering what was going on though.

Tomorrow I'm going to test it further with some batteries that I'm charging up to see if the screen is still washed out. I'll update at that point.

Thanks for the replies everyone. I really appreciate the help  


Charlie - I couldn't actually tell if it was working or not. Once I hooked it up with this new adapter it's working just fine though...

EDIT: I did hook up another screen as you all suggested too 

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Turbo Express screen issue - way too bright, even after cap overhaul...]

Did you try another screen?

Unfortunately the only other unit I have here at the moment is faulty as well. I just tried hooking the screen from it to this unit I'm currently working on, and now all my batteries are about shot so the screen is so dark I can't really tell if the brightness dial is working 

Ok, me thinks I shall wait till I get the AC adapter (hopefully on Monday) to proceed further on this.

Thanks for the quick reply guys! I'll update this just as soon as I can test with the AC adapter.

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: I RGB modded my Core Grafx II]

Good work! What monitor are you using there?

[Buy/Sell/Trade / Re: WTB: Turbo Express AC Adapter in working condition]

Did the one you have break?  Or did you never have one to begin with?

Never had one Just found one on eBay though for a fair enough price, so I guess I'll delete this.

What was your thought though? Repair? Something else?

[Buy/Sell/Trade / CLOSED TOPIC]

Found what I was looking for Thanks!

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Turbo Express screen issue - way too bright, even after cap overhaul...]

Thanks for the fast reply Grahf  I'll try your suggestions and see if anything changes. Interestingly enough, just having the unit sitting here powered on for maybe 5 minutes appears to be helping.

Ah, good call. When I said "all",  I just meant the 17 surface mount electrolytic caps, plus the one on the controller board. I have yet to ever go after the tiny smd ceramic ones...I hope I don't have to 

I unfortunately don't have a wall wart for these, this further clarifies that I need one. Perhaps over to the marketplace I go!

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Turbo Express screen is waaaay too white = change the batteries :)]

Update -Turns out it was just dying batteries   Thanks again for the help everyone!
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So I'm working on resurrecting a poor Turbo Express that was D.O.A. The fuse was blown, and it looks like someone was doing a small amount of tinkering around at some point - there was a massive solder blob that bridged some components, but luckily the traces connected those particular components anyway, so hopefully that didn't affect much.

Once the unit decided to boot up again, the screen was really washed out/way too bright/mostly white. No biggie, just the caps I thought. Unfortunately even after replacing all 17 of the standard surface mount electrolytic caps, the screen is still washed out/way too bright/mostly white. If I tilt the top of the unit towards me, I can see the screen more clearly, but that's a major pain to have to do.

The brightness pot seems to affects the screen just a little, but hardly anything at all compared to what it should. I tested the pot, and it's good. All solder connections look good to.

Seems like whatever this screen has going on wasn't affected by installing all new caps  

Anyone ever run across this issue, or have any ideas? My brain is pretty tired, so I thought I'd recruit more  

Thanks for any thoughts!

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: Turbo duo or pc engine duo]

Glad to see another system get saved  Good teamwork!

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: PCEGT replace with 3.5inch TFT LCD]

Great job man  This looks like a nice upgrade! Could you tell us which screen you bought?

[Console Repair/Mod Center / Re: I RGB modded my Super Grafx]

Love the installation on this! Great job