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johnpeel (OP)

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GCW Spare parts
« on: October 01, 2016, 12:04:37 pm »
Hi guys,

I've had a GCW Zero for one year and the rubber below the buttons ripped and now the buttons won't return when pressed. I opened the GCW Zero and you can clearly see that the edge of the rubber has snapped. Does anyone know where can I buy such parts?

Thanks.

Surkow

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #1 on: October 01, 2016, 03:11:02 pm »
@ithic.com used to sell these parts. I have no idea if he'll get them back in stock.

Ryvan

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #2 on: October 01, 2016, 03:31:38 pm »
It looks like a fairly standard D-Pad membrane to me. It's just a piece of rubber with conductive disks on the bottom that connect the board electrical contacts when you press down. Any place that sells replacements parts for a controller or device with a D-Pad should have a part that'll do. Just make sure they're roughly the same size (http://wiki.surkow.com/File:Gcwzero-parts-measurements.jpg) or you'll have to make fit adjustments.

The easy solution is to steal one from somewhere else like a broken game controller or other devices. Otherwise you'll have to purchase one. A quick google and ebay didn't get me terribly far and iFixit was out of stock on similar parts for XBox controllers. They seem to be called membranes, pads, or gaskets interchangeably.

They sell silicone button+membrane (same piece) parts here for the original gameboy: http://store.kitsch-bent.com/product/silicone-buttons If you really wanted just the membrane you could probably use an exacto knife to remove most of the button part so it'll fit under the Zero's DPad button. Although they also list a slightly cheaper 'membrane set' so maybe that's the right part.

Here are some generic ones on eBay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lot-2-New-Button-Switch-Pad-Replacement-for-Xbox-360-Controller-/111626533835

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I hear that disassembly/reassembly of the Zero can be a bit finicky in terms of losing the battery connections, etc. So, be careful I guess. (http://wiki.surkow.com/GCW_Zero_Disassembly) I would suggest testing that the buttons work before you close it up again, but that may be difficult, so maybe it'd be easier to open it up again if you have any problems.
« Last Edit: October 01, 2016, 03:40:54 pm by Ryvan »

Nostalgix

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #3 on: December 15, 2016, 10:56:44 am »
Hi!

I want to report the exact same problem. I gave my GCW to my son. About two months later the membran below the DPAD broke and became useless (and so the whole GCW). I dont see a way to repair this. If anybody had the same problem and even solved it, please tell me how!

gcw

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #4 on: January 02, 2017, 08:01:03 pm »
I can send the replacement if out of warranty for $5.00 per d-pad membrane plus shipping. If in warranty just shipping

dreamesper

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #5 on: January 12, 2017, 03:16:32 am »
Hey everyone. Just wanted to inform those that are interested... I have a VERY small shipment due to arrive later this week containing spare parts for the GCW ZERO.

I will placing them up for sale over at my website by week's end. If those that are interested would like to know more information, kindly respond to this thread OR send me a PM.

 :P

dreamesper

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #6 on: January 13, 2017, 06:57:15 pm »
UPDATE:  The spare parts will be arriving by courier tomorrow afternoon. I will make sure to take clear pics & post to my site for purchase to those interested.

dreamesper

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #7 on: January 14, 2017, 09:31:31 pm »
UPDATE:  The spare parts have arrived! Again, I will be sure to post pics/prices/links to purchase by the end of the weekend.


 ;D



dreamesper

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #8 on: January 16, 2017, 11:36:48 am »
Okay everyone! Spare parts listings & prices are now available over at www.dreamesper.com

Get them while supplies last!

dreamesper

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #9 on: August 28, 2017, 10:59:26 pm »
Extremely rare, spare battery accessory for the GCW ZERO on sale over at Dreamesper.com/shop!

Get it while it lasts!

slaanesh

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #10 on: October 14, 2017, 02:53:37 am »
I guess the GCW spares are gone?

fidelis1

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #11 on: October 14, 2017, 04:42:45 pm »

slaanesh

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #12 on: October 16, 2017, 03:31:33 am »
I wanted a bezel but they are all sold out.
:(

fidelis1

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #13 on: October 16, 2017, 02:29:03 pm »
I wanted a bezel but they are all sold out.
:(

Sorry you could try ordering one directly from @gcw http://www.gcw-zero.com if you can manage to get in touch with him through email.
« Last Edit: October 16, 2017, 02:31:26 pm by fidelis1 »

Aeter

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #14 on: October 16, 2017, 03:03:19 pm »
I wanted a bezel but they are all sold out.
:(

Sorry you could try ordering one directly from @gcw http://www.gcw-zero.com if you can manage to get in touch with him through email.
Maybe if you tell him you're a dev.
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dreamesper

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #15 on: October 17, 2017, 07:08:56 pm »
Apologies for not being on the boards sooner. I have certain spare parts still in stock such as GCW ZERO unit casings & a leftover battery or two.

If anyone is interested, feel free to send me a PM or a reply to this thread.

Thanks!

Aeter

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #16 on: October 18, 2017, 02:36:47 am »
Wouldn't buy from him. He's scamming people.
~cucullus non facit monachum~

dreamesper

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #17 on: October 18, 2017, 02:43:25 am »
@Aeter ,

Thanks for the vote of confidence, I appreciate it. I dropped the GCW ZERO because it's in the best interest of my business & customers. Unfortunately, many customers have needed to be reimbursed & it's taking time. We are talking over 60 orders... thousands of dollars, etc.

I'm not scamming anyone contrary to belief.

Meanthord

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #18 on: October 21, 2017, 11:51:01 am »
Warning to others (more on GCW preorder topic): do not buy anything from the "dreamesper" thief, unless someone wants to drown their money.

Aeter

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Re: GCW Spare parts
« Reply #19 on: October 21, 2017, 03:38:17 pm »
Oh what surprises here he is again making sorry excuses, while this would be done in a couple of days, IF you had the money.
Please stop spouting sorry excuses, you're a fraud and you know it. Just be transparent about if you actually give two shits about your customers, which I don't believe you do.
~cucullus non facit monachum~