11 Broken PS Portals - Can I Fix Them? - Extended Version

I bought these 11 broken PS Portals for $75 each, and many of them have thumbstick issues. As of filming this video, I had never fixed a PS Portal before, and also thumbstick replacements weren't available from the manufacturer yet. In this video I’ll be trying some ideas of my own to see if I can fix them. Let’s see what we can do!
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[@brianskinner7966]

You were very right! I just did a web search for the thumb sticks and they are availble and show on Amazon. I enjoy your videos. You truly are a Master at your craft.

[@markthomas1455]

Walmart also sells replacement thumbsticks for the Portal

[@AlTheAndroidGuy]

wow no idea hope you get well soon my friend, what a trooper still posting content you sir deserve the internets gold star.

[@juliusvichinsky]

God bless you. Praying for your continued restoration. Thanks for the great videos throughout the years.

[@ChewyLocos210]

I've used an old Playstation 2 thumbstick to fix my Xbox 360 controller. Ran into the same situation of the stem being too deep but did what you did and stuck paper and some super glue to keep it from sinking in.

[@penseursauvage]

Have you considered trying out 3D printing so you can replace all those plastic parts the manufacturer won't sell ? I've always been curious if it's actually worth the investment for that.

[@stevetealey2804]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@galvanizedgnome]

No I haven't

[@JumpStyle212]

Thanks for another great video Steve. Keep hydrated and keep marching soldier 💪

[@elvismorales85]

Man, haven't seen ur videos in a while and just knew about your struggles. Praying for you man. Hope you get 100% better soon.

[@connorbidwell6350]

What happened to him 😢

[@doodadsdandy]

18:49 this is so relatable, especially the self talk afterwards ahahahh

[@dannonyogurt98]

31:30 I assume that grease is for lubrication to help the contacts reduce friction on the carbon pads. I would probably use some non-conductive silicon grease after cleaning it with IPA.

[@wtlyons1]

Agreed

[@2l2q_gaming78]

Was thinking the same😊

[@anthonycomeaux1804]

What is crazy is not just that the metal tabs on the plate holding on the bottom of the joystick are weak, but they are intentionally weak. There is no reason that they had to make the tab width be that narrow right at the bending point. It was made thin on purpose strictly so that it would break easily. At least that's what it appears like to me.

[@dennisphillips9089]

Sony knows that by the time the thumb stick goes you are out of warrenty, so they would rather sell a new unit.

[@markgool957]

do you still have any for sale?

[@rod370]

Hi, This is a great video. Thanks for making it.

[@Denisstrix]

Nice i didnt know that a extendet Channel From you is exist 😄

[@jamespennington9813]

Hope your ok sir keep up the great vids

[@denaireof]

Do you sell any of the items you’ve restored? I’ve been wondering for awhile and never thought of it. If you do where can we get it

[@aurthorthing7403]

Gonna make some of that "good money"!!! I hear ya Steve.

[@Emtbtoday]

6:25 yeah that's been dropped look at that crack! On back cover right grip

[@pheneghan1008]

I just googled PlayStation portal parts and it does come up with replacement parts. They are listed on Amazon and ebay

[@jamiegoss2036]

we have the thumbstick replacements available here in the uk on amazon

[@dylandick4543]

Can you buy the repaired items? If so where?

[@repodog6191]

Amazon and Walmart both sell the replacement analog joystick module !

[@amielem]

39:47 solder a little with tin after

[@justinbest9429]

I checked and compared the thumb sticks on my ps5 dual shock and the thumb sticks on my vr2. The vr2 thumb sticks are very small so they won't work on the portal unfortunately.

[@Hitokiri926]

Is there any way to reseat the contactor slider in the sticks without taking it apart? Like holding the stick in the up/down position and slipping a tool in a gap? If that’s possible, you could repair without disassembling and breaking the tabs

[@oldsparky3349]

You could try using a hot glue gun to attach those metal plates to the plastic housing. If you put a very small, (tweak), blend in the plate prior to gluing, the other locking tabs will assist in holding the plate in place.👍

[@lukebarn96]

Have you looked for thumbsticks since? As there's some on amazon for £16 for a pair so maybe you could do a follow up video trying to repair these?

[@eedu88]

Parts are available now on Amazon

[@acebanner0077]

are you able to 3D print the part to see if it will work? Just wondering

[@TheHellDriver666]

Amazon sells the Joystick Modules for the Portal. Even Aliexpress sells them.

[@Emtbtoday]

Get parts easy now on eby for them don't take them apart and swap parts from one to make another work if only triggers and the sticks! Lovely machine now with new updates! I just got a 30th anniversary portal so nice! Pretty mad though how many are like this there solid units! Think they been uncared for some?

[@harleyojason]

Are you selling and shipping these and where can I purchase one?

[@kewlrainman]

sacrifice a thumbstick for the greater good of the channel...

[@PinkPanther_3Six]

I’ve been trying to find a replacement screen for a broken one. But haven’t had any luck finding one

[@zerofitz]

use right stick to replace left stick?

[@gene_takavic57]

3D printing those unavailable parts?

[@Supraspecialest]

Defiantly looks like either dropped or very forced on the joy stick u can see the plastic bent around the top hole due to shaft hitting

[@Critch4682]

ROG Ally suffer the same issue with jumping out of tracks, maybe the caps fit too

[@Jokillah24]

Do you sell the products you fix?

[@JonathanHernandez-ub7cp]

Do you sells these repairs???

[@NormalishGuy]

I’d like to buy stuff from you that to fix, any links?

[@malikbrown397]

How can I purchase one of the from you?

[@theancientgamer8524]

Random thought, Steve...were any of these still new enough to still be under the warranty?

[@corel965]

Trnonics how are you with your health ? Any news ?

[@SuperBeaver97]

I need the rubber joystick for my PS portal, is there any way I can buy one of anyone! Please!

[@dooleh84]

That lag between the thumbstick vs screen is all I ever need to know about the portal.

[@stigg1im]

put the thumb stick from the one you busted up onto number 8 ,then wait for l +r sticks for the other one

[@Godswarrior1112]

you should work with 3d makers on youtube to make the thumbsticks

[@psilifunguy]

Mr mod shows on all express that they do sell the inside pieces to the thunbstix

[@Whoosdat]

It really is simple stop buying from companies who make it impossible to repair their products.

[@TheHelldevill]

Wait I have watched that exact same video quite a while ago! Why have you reaploaded it as new?

[@TronicsFixLongs]

We made this channel for uploading longer versions of the original videos, so you most likely did see it already, just not with the extra/longer clips in it

[@gothtechmosh]

Hey man I'm looking for someone to install a chip in my switch lite I would do it myself but my eyes are bad😢

[@Tazzster]

Walmart sells the right and left sticks for 12.99.

[@goricua12]

First PS Portal didnt got clipped correctly on the right back side 😭

[@JasonTheCollectorGamerreseller]

I. Have a feeling that that PlayStation portable use a PlayStation vita thumb stick 😊

[@jaycarter9684]

I'll buy one

[@OfficialBo420]

I bet a Psvr2 sense controller woulda worked for the thumb stick

[@kingcobra0128]

I was thinking 3d printed thumb sticks would be better

[@97JoMiller]

so the thumb stick... maybe someone has developed a 3D printable version? Kind of seems like a simple enough thing to design.

[@dragoonwarrior438]

you should get yourself a 3d printer and print out plastic parts then you can fix more toys things ect

[@clintharrison9075]

A 3D printer would be ideal for broken plastic pieces like that.

[@Something58447]

I’m shocked they’ve sold 11 ps portals

[@galvanizedgnome]

Why

[@PynKu]

👍

[@MrJohnnyIbarra]

I think by now all of them are fixable. Dec 24

[@johntuel2375]

I'm sorry. The portal is just too ugly for me to even consider haha.

[@streamerboss4673]

step 1- buy a working ps portal step 2- create an issue step 3- create a video saying you're fixing broken portals step 4- fix it while filming step 5- upload, and enjoy

[@streamerboss4673]

🤣

[@ЮлиянКеричков]

Deam they broken them so fast :D

[@Zellot360]

We’re going to Carefully disassemble the next one as we Destroy it. 😂

[@gamewiththeHost]

hey brother what’s up with your appearance are you okay brother what’s going on !?

[@galvanizedgnome]

Brother brother brother

[@psilifunguy]

They are like .50$ ea

[@perrythesylvester]

Clearly, you have no idea what you are talking about

[@psilifunguy]

@perrythesylvester I'm not sure what you are talking about but I am talking about the little piece that goes inside of the controller not the whole thumb stick and makeup and I am also going off of a podcast I saw and was referring him to because the guy said he bought a whole bunch of them off of AliExpress and they were about 50 cent each. But personally I do not know I am just trying to refer him to where he might be able to find them

[@psilifunguy]

@perrythesylvester and the name of the podcast or KZbin is fix your controller for under $2. The KZbinr is tofer. A and he works with Dr Mods lab

[@psilifunguy]

@perrythesylvester and I am only trying to help someone find parts not trying to ridicule or talk down to someone

[@manuelvillegas7965]

Are you OK you look alot diferent Ball broo 😮

[@foxmulder2941]

You can fix just about anything but I bet you can't fix my PS5 disc drive problem. I can't find one #*@#$%

[@briandoss9232]

Oof that sucks.

[@bigdmc6459]

Posted this ages ago.and where are u buying these for 75? Something fishy here.

[@TronicsFixLongs]

This is our longs channel where we post longer versions of our main channel videos.

[@sammilynnreyes8260]

It looks like the Nintendo switch

[@sunstart]

This is a good video but the thing is I think it's already been done running out of ideas huh

[@fetratali]

First!!🎉🎉🎉😂

[@exabsolution1]

i just see junk lol

[@insideMan1981]

Sony is 100% the worst companys ever

[@handyman683]

Old upload🤑

[@TronicsFixLongs]

This is our longs channel where we post longer versions of our main channel videos.

[@sahamal_savu]

@@TronicsFixLongs It must be a little annoying to have to tell people that again and again because they can't read 😄Love all your videos, especially these extended cuts, thanks for all your hard work 👍

[@MoK86]

bro i love watching your videos but what i dont like is how you waste money. youre not making a profit when you buy broken stuff i strongly suggest you take ebay off your list to buy broken items because you paid $75 for each broken item not including the other videos when your paying too much for broken consoles. the prices are mad crazy to pay somebody for their broken device. you need to be making a profit and your time is worth way more than what your paying for them. i recommend you start shopping at pawnshops for broken devices and look for stores that sell returned items. all those broken devices should only be worth $20-$50 to buy each. it trips me out when i hear you paid soo much money for those and they have zero value because you need to fix them which takes up your time and replacement parts and you only sell them for a few bucks bro. come on now.

[@TronicsFixLongs]

I appreciate your comment and that you're trying to help, so thank you for that. Firstly, I didn't buy these from eBay. Secondly, these were a GREAT deal. They sell for $130-$180 or more right now (12/12/2024) used on eBay. That means for a few minutes of my time in fixing each one I can make about $75 each (or more). If I can fix one in 20 minutes (which I easily can) that means I can fix 3 per hour and at $75 in profit for each unit I'd be making $225 per hour. That's a decent hourly rate if you ask me. Thirdly, even though that's a really good hourly rate, that's not even where I make the vast majority of money from my business. I make very significantly more money making videos that people like to watch and putting them on KZbin. This video on my main channel has already made thousands of dollars. Again, I appreciate the sentiment of your comment and that you're trying to help me out. And I'll end with this just for the lol it gave me... "come on now."