One of my units I bought used and is well played, and I wanted to fix it up a bit.
- replace torn c stick button
- new glass lens
- replace broken joystick module and add a new metal joystick
- new battery
- a super deep clean, cleaning out all the gunk and junk after years of use, as well as polishing out some scratches in the shell.
- replace the missing stylus
I also had some buttons from a non XL that I was hoping would fit, but they are slightly too small.
Thankfully the bottom screen is in great condition and the top IPS panel looks much better now.
There are a few wear marks on the corners of the shell, but they are still pretty minor.
Overall it turned out great, it cleaned up super well and is a solid unit that's in good shape with no screen damage. I'd love to try to see if I can trade it for a similar condition non XL model, or just use it as my travel 3ds to keep my nice ones at home.
Posted by MyGardenOfPlants