Gamerade - Cleaning and Restoring a Sega Genesis Model 2

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Gamerade - Cleaning and Restoring a Sega Genesis Model 2 - Adam Koralik

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In this video I clean and restore a Sega Genesis Model 2 that was given to me for free by Jonathan AKA PCWZRD13. Wooooooooo.

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@nationharris 5 жыл бұрын

I must have watched this three or four times already, but here I am watching it again in 2019!

@Unknown-qt5tl 4 жыл бұрын

2020 watching again

@jonathanbrink5114 4 жыл бұрын

I picked up an old Genesis 2 from a second hand store, it had some life but nothing worked. I watched your video last night and after never opening an electronic item in my life I cleaned it up as per your instructions and it works like new. Thanks for the help buddy.

@AdamKoralik 4 жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@mb7756 5 жыл бұрын

Pretty sure you're supposed to use Isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol, not an ammonia based cleaner. Windex has ammonia which is has dyes and perfumes which are bad for contacts. It also may have a higher concentration of water than most suggested cleaners for electronics.

@PotatoHandle 2 жыл бұрын

9 years later this video is still helping people. Needed to clean my cartridge slot. Credit card, windex and a pillow case. Job done, good as new again, thanks so much!

@130jukeboxhero 2 жыл бұрын

Don't use windex.. it hurts your system

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks, and thanks for watching.

@jimjam742 9 жыл бұрын

Man, the Super Nintendo is a NIGHTMARE to take apart compared to this.

@AdamKoralik 9 жыл бұрын

Yes...yes it is.

@fordescort51 9 жыл бұрын

AdamKoralik i just made my life so much easier and ordered a gamebit screwdriver, lol. in one week i went from only a ps3 (lost all other consoles and over 3000 games (all mint condition and completely boxed, even with the plastic bags that used to be around the controllers and consoles) in a fire) to having 2 super nintendo's, a first edition gameboy, a sega master system 2 and a sega mega drive 2. next on the list are the nes, nintendo64, sega master system 1, playstation 1 and 2, more games and controllers and the guns. now it's just a matter of clearing the agenda so i can start cleaning thanx to these vids. only hard part is how to figure out the creditcard way to clean the cartridgeslot. do you have a vid where you show how that works? just for those who don't have the tool you have to clean that part. greetings from belgium

@chefie716 7 жыл бұрын

AdamKoralik could you tell me what scart converter you used? I made the mistake of buying the small cheap 10 dollar converter on eBay and regretted it.

@woolydrake 6 жыл бұрын

That's true of all Nintendo stuff you should see the Wii lol

@maaariiia 5 жыл бұрын

Even the classic NES is way more finicky compared to this

@bytesaber Жыл бұрын

I started to do a Tripple Bypass on a Model 2 that I opened months ago. I finally decided to finish it. However, I needed a refresh on what all the screws and parts were to reassemble it. When a search came up with one of your videos, I knew this was the one I wanted to watch. This was the video I needed. Thank you Adam.

@joebob344 Жыл бұрын

Just cleaned my Genesis tonight. I know it's an older video but I liked how you showed how to take apart the controller as well. Everything in one video. Nice!

@Greaseworld 2 жыл бұрын

9yrs ago I never thought I would see a sega but finally got a Sega genesis 2. Awesome video Great system

@shaniquerano9284 4 жыл бұрын

We tried other video tutorials, nothing worked. Others suggested brasso, different cleaners and special tools, we couldn’t find. I followed your video instructions to clean our Sega and the system now works perfectly! Thanks!

@ncc74656m 8 жыл бұрын

The most common failure on the Model 2 is also the easiest to fix if you're not afraid of a soldering iron - the power jack gets loose, especially if it's not treated well, and the solder breaks away forming an either intermittent connection or an outright break.

@ncc74656m 8 жыл бұрын

+Derek Jansz It'll break completely soon if you don't fix it. Get a soldering iron and some solder, tin the iron ("wet" it with some fresh solder), and then hold the drop of fresh solder against the old blobs that have cracked, and after a moment, the whole blob should turn a bright liquid silver. (Make sure it's the whole blob.) Release the iron, clean it off on your wet sponge or the copper mesh that might come with your iron, rinse (don't rinse the iron, this is phrasing, lol) and repeat.

@ncc74656m 8 жыл бұрын

+Derek Jansz Happy to help!

@arcadeportal32 8 жыл бұрын

+katie_incredible My power jack is a bit loose on my Sega Model 2. It works if I Have something aganced the power cable and the sega port. Like a VHS tape thats lying around lol (The Wiggles VHS to be exact lol) . Dont know how to fix it though. It's been like this for years, but I would like to know how to fix it. Or who can fix it for me.

@ncc74656m 8 жыл бұрын

+arcadeportal32 Same thing I just mentioned to Derek should fix it. Get a soldering iron and some solder, tin the iron ("wet" it with some fresh solder), and then hold the drop of fresh solder against the old blobs that have cracked, and after a moment, the whole blob should turn a bright liquid silver. (Make sure it's the whole blob.) Release the iron, clean it off on your wet sponge or the copper mesh that might come with your iron, rinse (don't rinse the iron, this is phrasing, lol) and repeat. Do all three solder points, and you're good as gold.

@ncc74656m 8 жыл бұрын

+Derek Jansz Good to know! In all likelihood, it will develop over time, however.

@mikes455 9 ай бұрын

Just cleaned up a Genesis 2 model that I bought last year at a flea market for 10 bucks. It was extremely dirty with a dead bug on the inside. Ordered an Amazon power cord and av connector and it worked. Ty for tutorial.

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@bradybrotherton367 4 жыл бұрын

You're really good at cleaning these old systems and stuff! Amazing!

@eightfoldstar 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing video. I felt the need to clean my Genesis, too. Came across your video and the super clear instructions made the process super easy. Thank you so much.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

I hope the video helps, let me know if you get it running.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Sure thing, thanks for watching.

@matthewlopes6526 10 жыл бұрын

This is so great. I just got into restoring old consoles and games. Kicked some major ass on an NES I found on the side of the road (with original packaging and manuals!) and wanted to move on to my Genesis. Thanks for the amazing video.

@jmpopa 2 жыл бұрын

Love the intro. Reminds me of my uncle talking to his kids. “Figure it out.”

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Coffee is what makes these videos possible sir.

@you122789 5 жыл бұрын

The Sega Genesis 2 was my first video console I ever had back in the 90s I loved it I would come from school and go straight to it to play it. I'm 29 now and I never knew it had that back piece mod CD thing you're talking about it's crazy I never knew that

@Thorolund 11 жыл бұрын

This video was really helpful Adam. I just purchased a Genesis model 2 along with several controllers and they all turned out to be worse for wear when I got them. However, after a thorough cleaning they now look almost brand new (just minor surface scratches) and work beautifully.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Happy to, thanks for watching and good luck!

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching bud.

@Ferntendo 7 жыл бұрын

Just bought a ps2 and Sega Genesis with 2 controllers at a Goodwill. This helped me thank u

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Awesome man, thanks for watching.

@SpookyZalost 10 жыл бұрын

his advice 21min in about pledge, it works wonders, I recently cleaned up my sega genesis model 1 with it and man does it look nice and shiny!

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

Happy to help, thanks for watching. Enjoy your Genesis.

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

Happy to help.

@AxelAlexK 8 жыл бұрын

Once again, thanks this was very helpful. Cleaning all my old consoles this week. Genesis and PS2 done, PS1, N64 and SNES left to do. I noticed my model 2 controller was a bit different inside than the controller you show here. Thought that was interesting, I didn't realize there were different versions of the original Genesis controller.

@living_the_mac_and_cheese_life 4 жыл бұрын

You sound like Professor Thatch from the PUCL podcast. Thanks for positing this video, I wanted to clean mine out.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, thanks for watching.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

I haven't but it's not surprising. They made the Genesis for like 9 years. It makes sense they'd make a lot of revisions.

@LegendOfGoro 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. My Genesis has never looked better!

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

I put the link to PCWZRD13's channel in the description. I suggest right clicking on the annotation to open a new tab. Problem solved.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

No, thank you for watching bud. Glad it works, enjoy!

@R1derzg 12 жыл бұрын

Cool, thanks for the tips man. I can finally clean my Genesis after all these years.

@tomypower4898 2 жыл бұрын

Yes Hit!

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Are you using RF, composite, or SCART/RGB?

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Wow, damn. Uh, well I need a Saturn to clean. Mine are all clean already. I'm thinking about picking up a Japanese one at some point. You'd basically have to take it apart and clean it up, kind of a pain. Film that process man, that's history right there.

@blizzofozz 12 жыл бұрын

My favorite system of all time.

@IamWarriorFit 11 жыл бұрын

You have inspired me to start my own console restoration business/hobby! Thanks for the info! Now to find free stuff...

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Happy to help bro, enjoy your games!

@furukawanagisa7935 4 жыл бұрын

I've been passing my time lately by re watching lots of your videos.

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

They both work, I prefer Windex, but you can use rubbing alcohol. I find that Windex tends to work better and doesn't leave a film.

@jrez8225 11 жыл бұрын

I have a Megadrive 2 and this vid helped me make it look beautiful again. Thanks, Adam.

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

If it fits in an NES then it's a model 1 PSU. You need a model 2 PSU. They work on the 32X, Pico, and Game Gear as well. They're very common.

@rj9959 6 жыл бұрын

0:36 does his package opening make anybody else nervous?

@billlumburg7594 6 жыл бұрын

Ron Johnson on that scissor slip near the hand I was like yeeee 😨, phew 😅

@lowercase7455 5 жыл бұрын

🤣😱

@VenitYT 4 жыл бұрын

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

Oh, that's the show feature. It blankets all the videos with the same credits.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Is it safe to assume the PSU is functional? Unfortunately dealing with things like capacitors is beyond my skill set. Lukemorse1 might be able to help you with that.

@ronaldhenson3379 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Adam koralic you are a gaming God I saved a Sega Genesis model 2 I cleaned fixed inspected refurbished repaired restored and sanitized it I cleaned the motherboard the Sega cd expansion port and cardtridge slot and it works excellent most importantly I took car tire polish i used armor all I made it look more shinier

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

Hence the wonderful adapter.

@FlintG 12 жыл бұрын

I have that same exact genesis. It still works to this day. Had it since I was like 13 I think. Still play it to this day along with my dreamcast. :D

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

That's one of the reasons. It also has true stereo sound, provided you use the front port.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Don't forget all the obscure versions like the CDX, LaserActive, JVC X-'Eye, and many more.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

If you want the cheap quick solution, get some composite cables. If you want to do it properly, get some SCART cables and then a SCART to component adapter.

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

See I used to think that. But I found Windex to work way better. It doesn't leave a film, you don't need as much, and it lasts longer. Not to mention it's designed to take off dirt.

@HoppingMadMedia 11 жыл бұрын

What happens if you don't have felt? Does it really matter what type of cloth you use? Can I use one of my soft, thin socks? Or one of those super silky cloths made for cleaning sunglasses/eyeglasses?

@DCgamer723 6 жыл бұрын

A tip for cleaning the Sega CD pins, and basically any cartridge game. Use an ink eraser and gently but with some effort rub it up and down the pins. This cleans off the oxidation on the pins, (the goldish coloring). They should be a metallic/silver color. Then use 70% or more rubbing alcohol to remove any remaining oxidation and eraser crumbs. To clean the games, take off the screws on the back (new special bit). Clean the same way. My games work every time first try. Hope this helps.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

No idea. Try opening the console and putting it straight on the cartridge slot. The plastic taps on the top of the lid are all that's stopping you from trying it.

@hektorlinko 11 жыл бұрын

Hey Adam, just got a lot of consoles and thanks to your videos, I'm now playing Sonic! Controllers and consoles work perfect like new. They were pretty bad with dead bugs and crap inside and didn't work at first but your method works. Thank you for your video. Chemicals rock! Keep em coming bro!

@SwankeyMonkey 12 жыл бұрын

That Gamerade concept art is brilliant.

@RollingWithKevin1 12 жыл бұрын

Do you know how to fix and or what causes the buzzing/beeping noises while the genesis model 2 is on mine has that problem. Any Ideas and its not the rf switch cause it works fine on my nomad

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

Yes, it eliminates that problem.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Sure thing, I'm glad you got it working.

@woodlandcammo27 9 жыл бұрын

Adam..... You are my go to guy. First you got me a Wii U for 50 bucks off before Christmas. Now this video from before I subbed. Got a Model 2 Sunday. Was sticky! Controller,and system just gross. Sonic took two seconds to do a duck n spin! Did everything in this. Even found rust on those plates! Cleaned it all up. Looks like it's just just a couple years old now, and responsive buttons! Thanks a million bruh! Now....on to your scart vid. I'm lost.

@AdamKoralik 9 жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@woodlandcammo27 9 жыл бұрын

AdamKoralik What cable do I need to get to that converter You did? Svideo to scart? Like the Dreamcast one?

@AdamKoralik 9 жыл бұрын

woodlandcammo27 Do you want to know how to improve the Genesis or the Dreamcast?

@woodlandcammo27 9 жыл бұрын

Genesis Model 2 on a LED tv. Watched your vid about that. but still lost. Just want the best I can get,

@AdamKoralik 9 жыл бұрын

woodlandcammo27 You watched this? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iLllaNOesa-pmnU.html

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

Only European GameCubes support SCART, but they don't support 480p progressive scan like the American and Japanese units do. Provided you have the component cables (and Digital AV port).

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

Sadly no, that's the biggest flaw with it. You have to either get custom RCA patched SCART cables (what I do) or use a SCART switch box with RCA outputs. Living in the US, where SCART doesn't exist, I'd have to import them to test. I went with the patched cables option.

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

You can certainly use the special cartridges, if you have them.

@MeanMrMustard1 7 жыл бұрын

I can just see Adam's guests always going over to his consoles and sniffing them then saying "Gee, your consoles smell terrific!"

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

That's probably a setting on your TV. Change the aspect ratio around. You probably have it on "zoom".

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Does that happen with all games?

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Pretty much, you can also check to make sure they're not bent. That generally is what screws them, but it can be fixed. Those are EA games. That's just how they designed their games so they'd stand out.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Yes, Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

It might require a little tweaking once you get it. The image was a tad too green, but it has little diodes inside you can turn to fix the colors if need be.

@cutemimi25 11 жыл бұрын

there are actually 2 different versions of the 3 button controllers (The easy way to tell is if the controller plug is flat or not).

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Yes it does. That's up to you man.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Enjoy your Genesis!

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

Oh and thanks for watching dude.

@johnnyfletcher1961 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been gaming since 1902 lol. I’ve never heard of The windex trick. Pretty cool man. I always used rubbing alcohol on the nes and others. Thanks

@inputfunny 3 жыл бұрын

You were right to use rubbing alcohol. Windex usually contains ammonia; which is corrosive. People might say they've used Windex for years with no problems, but why risk it? A high % isopropyl alcohol(I use 91%) cleans well and mostly evaporates in seconds. Easy. Just don't use it on logos; it can take them off easily in a lot of cases.

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

Already a few people said they intend to clean theirs, so it might help.

@TheAlphaWoomy 12 жыл бұрын

Rubbing alcohol is better for cleaning contacts I have found, the higher the better. I also have that same cleaning kit you have from years back awesome little package.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Genesis/Mega Drive power supplies are easy to find. Yes, open it up and disassemble the cartridge slot then cleaning it. That should do it.

@MajorHalman 11 жыл бұрын

The ac adapter I'm using isn't a mega drive ac adapter. I don't remember the specifics but I think the adapter I'm using is 9 volts as opposed to the 10 volts recommended. I've seen videos of people using universal power adapters that let you switch between voltages and they sometimes come with different shaped ends that you can switch around to fit whatever you're using. They also let you switch the polarity around (no idea what this means, but I know you need a specific type).

@mellowbug 9 жыл бұрын

Did you made a video or do you know how i can repair the reset button from these consoles? Got 3 lying around here with no working reset butten.

@darrens3 11 жыл бұрын

If you need to get price labels and rental stickers off of game carts/the console/cases I highly recommend using lighter fluid on a q-tip or a piece of kitchen roll (paper). It can also be used VERY sparingly on cartridge connectors as it breaks down grease really easily. I say sparingly, as if you use a lot it can break down black plastics. And to keep your black plastic consoles like the Genesis looking good day to day just use baby wet wipes as the oils nourish the plastic making it blacker.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Probably, especially with the Pledge step.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

I look forward to finding out what they are. Thanks man.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

If your model 2 powers up, I'd be like 98% sure it's not broken. Just needs a good cleaning.

@powersonic0123 9 жыл бұрын

Damn Adam, you always look so nervous when opening boxes...

@AdamKoralik 9 жыл бұрын

It's the fear of not opening it in a timely manner. Taking forever to open a box does not work on camera.

@janet5610 5 жыл бұрын

@@AdamKoralik Come on.... Admit it. Excitement! Lololol .

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Enjoy!

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Could be any number of things. Bad cables, dirty system, dirty games, defective ports. I recommend cleaning everything and changing cables and so on.

@bosslikebronson4553 9 жыл бұрын

So, I used this vid to restore a disgusting garage sale find, without ever taking apart a console before. This is step by step and literally left nothing out. Thank you so much, console looks new, and works! Adam, do you have any suggestions for cleaning a motherboard that comes from a smoker's home?

@AdamKoralik 9 жыл бұрын

Really glad I could help. Not really, maybe a little bit of spot cleaning with Windex. :/

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Hi, yes I do. It doesn't fit in there. So, if you cut the plastic it might. Honestly I'm not sure. My guess is that if could make it fit, it would work.

@waspisu 12 жыл бұрын

I did this with one of my Dreamcasts not too long ago. For anyone wondering, the process is pretty much the same. Putting the vmu part of controller back together can be a bitch. A tip for this is to make sure the small ridges on the sides are lined up properly. It's easy to ignore.

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I'll probably do that at some point. The VGA to HDMI video I made has taught me that people get incredibly pissed off when you tell there are better ways to view their systems. So, I'm not exactly itching to do that video just yet.

@Doomer170 12 жыл бұрын

MAN ITS COOL TO BE SUBSCRIBED TO A SEGA GENIUS!

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

I think 10 V would be with in tolerances, you may want to Google search that. I never really use anything other than the official Genesis PSU to power one. I'm glad the coupon helped man.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

Try running it with the lid off. Then try to reset it and see if the problem persists. That way you narrow it down to being part of the plastic, or worse, part of the motherboard.

@AdamKoralik 12 жыл бұрын

Yes, it does leave a film. I'm using a cleaning product to clean things. You're free to use rubbing alcohol, and I know that works. But in my personal experience, Windex works WAY better.

@AdamKoralik 11 жыл бұрын

I'd just keep cleaning the cartridge slot. But sometimes, that just isn't enough Can't save them all I'm afraid. It powers up though right?