Reddit reviews Keten Repair Kit for Nintendo Switch, 17in1 Professional Full Security Screwdriver Game Bit Repair Tool Kit for Nintendo Switch/Nintendo Switch Lite/JoyCon, NES/SNES/GBA

Yeah the ones they send with the shells are crap. I used this phillips head screwdriver and this set which included the triwing screwdriver I needed as well as a couple other useful tools like tweezers and a pry bar. Originally I tried using the screwdrivers that came with the shell but ended up stripping one of the phillips head screws on my console. Luckily the guy at my local electronics shop got it out for me in under 10 minutes and only charged me $5. He actually told me when he does shell swaps he prefers to use 000 size phillips and triwing screwdrivers instead of 00 sized ones (the size the screws actually are) because they're prone to stripping. At that point though I had already ordered the other ones and thankfully didn't have any issues with them.

Looks like they can sell for about 300-400 on eBay. I'd invest in a Nintendo screwdriver set so you can take a picture of the insides. That way you can confirm that it's a genuine cartridge (it should have Nintendo logos on it, things like that). A lot of big money collectors will shy away from any game they can't see the board on.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Nintendo-Screwdriver-Keten-Professional-Security/dp/B06XP8FMM2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1526046559&sr=8-2&keywords=nintendo+screwdriver

Something like this is what you need.

Also, if those guys reckon they could sell it for 2k, offer it to them for 1k. Even if they haggle you'd end up way above the mark.

Hey u/GeomonLover.

If you're keen to pull off the shells of the JoyCon to paint them, you're going to need what's called a 'Triwing Screwdriver' used to assemble/reassemble various Nintendo products.

You can buy the screwdriver separately, or you can get it as part of a set. For example, I replaced my JoyCon shell yesterday using this set off Amazon. To that end, I don't imagine that you could buy this particular screwdriver at Home Depot, but my intuition could be wrong. I hope you get it figured out / that I was able to help!

Here's the shells:

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VHCRH5Y/

Also here's the tool kit I used, and I absolutely recommend getting this too because I can't imagine doing this without having all the extra little tools for making it easier.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XP8FMM2/

The texture feels nice, they're kind of a soft touch type plastic. It scratched a bit around the screws in the back because the screws the Joy Cons are made with feel like they're made of friggin chalk or something and strip super easily so there was some screwdriver slippage that caused a bit of damage. Not really noticeable though.

I purchased the Joycon shells right from Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B075JDRHV3/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

They have lots of different colors to choose from. The Joycons are a bit of work and I wouldn't recommend the job for a beginner. This took kit came in extremely handy and definitely watch a how-to video;
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XP8FMM2/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I ordered the PS4 controller shell from a place called "Gaming Cobra" https://www.gamingcobra.com
PS4 controllers are fairly simple.

A few tips if you give it a try:

1. This tool kit is great. It had everything I needed plus some things I didn't know I needed, and was only like $13.
   
   
2. Don't do it on anything you can't afford to break. I made that mistake when I tried to do this on Gamecube controllers as a kid. Among others, like not using primer and clear coat.
   
   
3. ZL and ZR are a pain to get off, and it'll sound and feel like you broke something when you do. Then they're a pain to get back on, and it'll also sound and feel like you broke something when you do.
   
   
4. Start with the left Joycon. The right one is harder.
   
   
5. Don't do what I've done and forget to reattach one of the ribbons before closing it up. It really sucks when you think you're done, test it, and realize you need to open it up again.

Keten Triwing Screwdriver for Nintendo, 17in1 Professional Full Security Screwdriver Game Bit Repair Tool Kit for Nintendo Switch/JoyCon, NES/SNES/GBA https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XP8FMM2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_MPwpDbDW6N2ZC

It's really easy to do yourself. There are kits on Amazon that have the tools if you don't have the specific torx drivers. Once you get the case open you can just wipe the dust out with microfiber cloth on the cases and q-tips on the fans, maybe dipped in a little rubbing alcohol. I didn't change the thermal paste on mine and it was fine. Cost me less than $20 all together to DIY it. Here's a pictoral walkthrough.

ETA: This is the kit I got off Amazon, $12.99.

I just replaced the cases on my joycons and I can say that if you're technically minded, they aren't bad at all to disassemble and work on. The thumbsticks are actually fairly simple. Once you have the case open, the thumbsticks are held in place by two screws and attached to the main controller board by a ribbon cable. I used this video for help. You will need a triwing screwdriver to open the case and a small philips for the screws inside. I used this set and it worked well. If you google "joycon thumbstick replacement", there are tons of options for as low as 5-10 bucks. I'd say it's worth a shot to try and replace it. Good luck, friend!

Amazon also has this kit made for the switch. The trueing is a 2mm. Like in the second toolkit.


Triwing Screwdriver for Nintendo, Keten Professional Full Screwdriver Repair Kit for Nintendo Switch / Nintendo Switch Lite / Nintendo SNES / Wii / DS / DS Lite / GBA and More https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06XP8FMM2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_VDfKDbJ29AW3A

If you are comfortable with disassembling it... you could try that.

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https://youtu.be/L3TeP1G5lO0?t=560

Watch at 9:20... he said that if the screws are screwed on too tight they might not be as easy to press down on.

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I bought this kit to clean up my buttons cause they were sticky.

https://www.amazon.com/Keten-Screwdriver-Nintendo-Professional-Security/dp/B06XP8FMM2/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1542912743&sr=8-4&keywords=nintendo+screwdriver

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It wasn't too hard to take apart and put back together as long as you are careful. But do this at your own discretion.

Yup, tri-wing. The screwdriver is called y-tip. https://smile.amazon.com/Nintendo-Screwdriver-Keten-Professional-Gamecube/dp/B06XP8FMM2/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1510887397&sr=8-9&keywords=triwing+screwdriver

A triwing screwdriver. There’s a great kit on amazon

Nintendo Screwdriver Set

Thanks for the response! I was thinking of doing the project using this screw set, is that the one you also have?

2mm triwing. Here's the package I bought online. The extra took help taking it apart easier. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XP8FMM2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_7sSZzb0ZNTJC5

You need precision triwing to open 8 screws on back panel and precision Phillips head to loosen the dock via screws inside.

I already had one of each from a set I bought off Amazon years ago specifically for Nintendo hardware since they all use tri-wing.

This is the set I own.

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Screwdriver-Keten-Professional-Gamecube/dp/B06XP8FMM2/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1521381981&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=triwing+screwdriver&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Screwdriver-Keten-Professional-Gamecube/dp/B06XP8FMM2

If 15 bucks is doable, pick up a kit along this line and a replacement c-stick. You'll might need a helping hand (I don't know the exact difference between OG and XL) but it's not that difficult a fix and definitely worth it in the end.

While you're at it if I may ask, I have an original 2001 Xbox, what tool would I need to open that sucker up?

Edit: https://www.amazon.com/Keten-Screwdriver-Nintendo-Professional-Security/dp/B06XP8FMM2/

Would that work on an original Xbox you know?