Easy arcade controller modification! Even beginners can do it by looking at this! [Button replacement]

When watching live streams of fighting game tournaments, you'll see that the participants are using a variety of arcade sticks.
Among them, particularly noticeable"Personalized button color layout".
Some people have all their buttons in different colors, while others only change the color of the buttons they use.
The different button colors reflect each person's personality in their arcade controller.

Do you want to make your arcade stick look cool, but think modifying it would be difficult?
Don't worry, if it's just a simple button replacement, you can start today and do it right away.

We will explain with photos, so let's try it after you finish reading this article!
Press the button on your arcade stickWhy not try a unique color arrangement?

Before replacing the buttons on your arcade controller

Absolutely necessary

- Phillips head screwdriver (to open the back cover)
- Replacement buttons (as many as you need)

Things that are convenient to have

・CRC spray (556, etc.)
・Air duster (for cleaning)

Make sure your Phillips head screwdriver is not too thick.
Any screwdriver sold at a 100 yen shop will do. Having a set of several screwdrivers will make your work go more smoothly.

The arcade controller used this time

RAP3 made by HORI.
It's an arcade stick for PS3 from 6 or 7 years ago.
This time I would like to replace the button on this one.

Button to be replaced this time

Sanwa arcade push button (OBSF-30), button color will be gray.

The replacement button isArticle about "Akihabara Arcade Controller Parts Shop"Appeared inMac JapanI bought it at.

[amazonjs asin=”B01DF23T6Q” locale=”JP” title=”Sanwa Denshi Snap-in Push Button, 30mm Diameter, Gray with Black Frame, OBSF-30-KH”]
If you're far away, you can also purchase it from Amazon!

Arcade controller button replacement process

Remove the back cover

To work on the RAP3, you will need to remove the back cover.
There are six screws fastening it in place, so remove them all.
(There is no need to remove the rubber feet）

There is a warning sticker on only one side.
Removing it will void the warranty, so do so at your own risk..

Keep the removed screws in a case or other container so you don't lose them.
I put it in my driver's case.

I removed the back cover.
The inside is surprisingly neat.

Unbutton

Two cables per buttonis stuck in it.
Remove the cable carefully, being careful not to bend the terminal on the button side.

And it looks like this.
The Faston terminals that connect the buttons may have a strong or weak crimp depending on the individual unit, so please be careful when pulling them out.

Next, press the tab on the side of the button to remove it.
There are claws on both sides, but if it's difficult to remove, try pressing one side at a time.

The button came off.
To avoid wiring mistakes, I recommend replacing the buttons one by one.

Replace the button

Next, replace the button with a new one by reversing the steps above.

Insert the button
・Push the button all the way in
・Plug in the cable

First, insert the new button into the hole.
It may be hard to insert, so be careful when working on it.
If you push the button in with force...

There will be a click and the button will snap into place.

Then work on the backside.
Insert the two cables into the terminals on the button.
The orientation of the cable terminal"The side with the notch is the inside"Please remember that.

If it looks like this, the button replacement is complete!

Follow this procedure to replace the remaining buttons.
This is what it looks like.

The original buttons.
You can dispose of it, but it's a good idea to keep it just in case.

If you don't know the wiring
The buttons that correspond to the cable colors are written on the board, so please insert the cables according to the button layout.

Before closing the back cover

Since I won't be replacing the lever this time, I'll just do some maintenance and close the back cover.
Use an air duster to blow away any dust or debris from inside the lever unit and around the shaft.

Close the back cover

Tighten the six screws on the back cover securely and attach the WARNING sticker.
It's no longer covered by the warranty, but it's just a matter of taste.

This is now completely complete!!

After replacing the buttons on the arcade controller

When you actually try the process, you'll probably think, "Huh? Is this the end?"
Also, replacement methods vary depending on the manufacturer.

- Remove the back cover (or top panel) to access the inside
- Disconnect the cable and release the button
Insert the new button and attach the cable.
・Close the lid and finish

It will be the flow.
Once you try it, you'll be able to do the work quickly in the future.
Now you too can be an arcade controller customizer!
Welcome to the swamp of arcade controller parts.

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