I’ve noticed a notable crazy on the hinge of my 3Ds XL(original). I was wondering if this was cause for concern and if I would need to re-shell/re-case the whole console. I already have a hard plastic case with a hinge on my 3Ds right now but I don’t know how long that will last in the long run. If it does need a re-shell where can I find some reliable ones?
Also I lost some of the rubber stickers that cover the top screws when I was replacing my top screen. Is there anywhere I could get replacements.
Posted by atrxlambo
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That’s just how it is with the o3dsxl. You’re doing right by using a hinge type case, but hinge failure is inevitable, whether it’s tomorrow or 10 years from now. Once it starts, the only real fix is to replace the mid frame. Full teardown, but it sounds like you’re experienced, so shouldn’t be problem to do on the cheap.
Check on AliExpress for just the mid frame. Usually about $5 shipped. The only problem is the color may not be a perfect match. You could find a donor unit, but unfortunately the originals are all at risk of failing like this.
Be nice with it, i heard exteremerates jmis coming out with 3ds shells soon, maybe even xl’s but not too sure. You can buy shell replacements on aliexpress and ebay or even fb market.
Ive seen people use fabric soaked in super glue to hold it together and it seemed to work. You would have to be super duper careful to not have it seep into anything like the trigger button or the place where the hinge is able to move up and down