Hey folks. I have a GBC Teal I got from a friend of mine (US) and it seems the contacts are dirty on either the game or the console. What's the best way to clean them without opening the device (s) up? Thanks.
#Dirty Contacts Either on GBC (teal) or GBC Game (PKMN RED)
tame compass
glossy hatch
If opening the device isn't an option, it's best to leave the contacts dirty
tame compass
Problem is, the Game Boy cart that I have doesn't run in it, and I tried cleaning it with IPA and a paper towel like my friend told me to, and I'm waiting to see if it works.
I hope it's the cart, in which case the problem should be solved
glossy hatch
Aye, wait for it to fully dry and give it a shot
If that fails, your next step is buying some screwdrivers
keen sparrow
You can also use a q-tip with IPA to clean the contacts on the cartridge, no need to open it
Gets better contact than a paper towel
tame compass
i'll see if there's q-tips around
glossy hatch
I was more referring to the cart reader on the system in regards to opening
But yes
keen sparrow
I was more referring to the cart reader on the system in regards to opening
That's my exit cue then
tame compass
No Q-Tips 😦
glossy hatch
Best to fully research and equip before doing anything
As Froggo said, a q-tip and IPA is the go-to for cleaning the game itself
If that fails, this is step 2
unreal merlin
You should get a gamebit to open up the game and properly clean it as well, the ifixit mako kit will last a lifetime and is only $35
Otherwise, those generic $20 "120 in one" amazon kits will work, but they're cheap steel and arent the greatest fit
keen sparrow
Depends on the percentage, but anything 70%+ should be dry within 1-2 minutes unless you drown the thing