I BUILT a WORKING Xbox Series X from LEGO!

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[@Tronicsfix]

I also built a LEGO NES. Check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3u8pJiQgbdjgqs

[@tinystar3010]

I'm glad you linked this! Was trying to find it since mobile youtube doesn't display in-video plugins.

[@chasonthedon]

*Can’t wait to see what you do with making a LEGO PlayStation 5*

[@monkstandinglast]

lol before even checking for a new vid just watched the legoNintendo and coincidently you post this up how cool also when doing the usb holes maybe easier and neater to drill a couple or few holes inside the rectangle area then use the nail file to smooth off

[@railpao]

I think we need a Lego Xbox Series S now

[@conradladouceur7557]

Super glue in the Lego blocks would really help keep in together. Also, longer screws with the same threads as the originals could be installed though the bottom to help keep the internals, well, internal. Awesome job Steve.

[@ogGILMOURRR]

I think the real question here is, did you use the perfect amount of thermal paste?

[@Shadowjct]

As someone that built my own pc since I was eleven I have to admit that I feel into that trap the first time I heard it.

[@OzzyTheAwtter]

Of course he did

[@SilverFang95]

omg, imagine if he had to apply the perfect amount of thermal paste on every Lego piece.

[@09goatboy36]

@@SilverFang95 that is called pain

[@Nova_Lalma]

I don’t think he needed to because I think the thermal paste was never removed

[@wongowonga]

There are definitely plenty of Lego enthusiasts/engineers that would love to own this. Probably a smart move. Not me personally, I'm too old for... (that's a lie, I just can afford that much Lego!)

[@Tronicsfix]

Lol, they are expensive...but so fun!

[@wongowonga]

@@Tronicsfix Indeed. I'm not a gamer but Lego has never lost it's charm. My teeth must have paid the price of trying to take it all apart.

[@vector6672]

@@wongowonga lego sell a tool to separate them... I wish I'd very had one when I was a kid... so much pain

[@zakatdaback14]

@@vector6672 I had one but I was so young that I didn’t know what it was for 😂

[@RyanKuebel]

@@vector6672 More expensive kits come with a brick breaker these days!

[@instahawk8422]

I seriously think this would be cool if lego made a partnership deal with microsoft nintendo and sony to make this an official product can you imagine the colour variants and designs they would come up with

[@Tronicsfix]

That would be amazing!

[@edoardogamba6141]

@@Tronicsfix it would probably too much repairable though, imagine being able to disassemble whatever you want by hand instead of needing proprietary screws lol

[@DrRubix1712]

@@edoardogamba6141 as far as that goes all they would need to do is create a mold that had each piece of the shell as one whole part, rather than separate like Steve's build here, so long as the end goal is to just snap lego's to the front and/or sides to customize the system

[@Psych0technic]

Manufacturing costs would probably be too high for this to happen.

[@DrRubix1712]

@@Psych0technic how much does plastic cost realistically

[@gabitoqbito]

Nice idea and implementation! I would have loved it if instead of drilling you would have just left the spaces with legos. And I would have replaced the round button with square Lego pieces so that the buttons are kind of "secret". Great video Steve!

[@Tronicsfix]

That's a good idea. I'm not sure how I would have been able to do that and still make the buttons functional. I'm sure there's a way but I'm not sure how I would have done it.

[@maxlord3]

Or just use square holes. Also for the diskdrive slot you probally could have formed it by leaving a slot of 1 stud wide and being creative with plates and reinforcement

[@TboneLoyal]

If you would drill through with a pilot hole and then drill from the front with the regular size bit you need it should be a little easier and cleaner. Even using step bit from front drilling would help also. Push out happens. Front drilling will make the push out in the inside where it Isnt seen. Great video. I have never tried the lego things.

[@Ebolachicken]

Don't drill use a Dremel Grinding bit or a hot iron.

[@mattypisme]

Yeah I was gonna say a small pilot and then a step up bit also. You can control the size alot easier that way.

[@lbdjthethird1240]

Pro-tips like this are why I scroll the comment section here. I will remember this, good lookin' out.

[@struanlawrie9819]

Really cool build, not a fan of the Lego drilling🥴 but it turned out pretty well. Personally I would have just built slots and holes into the case using different shapes pieces, rather than cutting holes.

[@baorozzo]

First thing: nice build! Second thing: lego pieces can be replaced so you just need to buy more and retry. Third thing: to have a perfect hole, use an rc body reamer, you just need a starting hole and you’ll get a perfect hole, super clean.

[@dj13579100]

When cutting plastic with a rotary tool its best to use a slow rpm to avoid melting the plastic with friction heat it's make a nicer finish

[@FR4M3Sharma]

I really love how it's still a DIY not a premade Case that you just transfer the electronics into. A CNC machine would be really useful for this.

[@w00dlette]

Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether they could, they didn't stop to think if they should

[@MetalDevil1912]

Let the drill do the work. Many people force the drill in. A kernel tool or a small drill is good to start out with, so that you can make room for the big drill. But at the end, it all comes down to mood and patience.

[@lenonkitchens7727]

Dude... Longtime woodworker here, always do your drilling and cutting from the front, or rather, the side you want to look the best. Also, I would recommend a step drill bit for this kind of work.

[@coleve8596]

When making holes in plastic. You get yourself a variety of hollow metal pipes like plumbers copper pipe and you heat the end with a blow lamp to cherry red then gently push through the plastic. The centre piece goes up into the pipe and a neat hole is achieved.

[@justgabe.7996]

I have a few lego video ideas for you, LEGO xbox series x and s controllers, xbox series s, playstation 5, ps5 dual sense controllers? that would be cool it would also continue this series and i think a lot of people would like it

[@ArgenCube]

It was very very nice done man, certainly it looks like a very hard job... so congratulations!!!!. i wish you continued doing this kind of projects, they are great. Greatings from Argentina!

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks! The drilling was the most difficult but I've got some ideas to make it easier if I do another build in the future.

[@BayareaXotics]

@@Tronicsfix Another build yes! I challenge you to make a PS5, i feel as if it would be hard because of the bowtie design! Also i have one and they are great

[@llamapi3]

"How to make your Xbox more expensive in 150 easy steps"

[@Tronicsfix]

Ha, ha, that's true!

[@IslandHermit]

You could add a lip to the back to keep the chassis from sliding back. That would also cover up the tabs on the back panel giving it a cleaner look.

[@JonathanHernandez-uh5ho]

For it being the first Lego you drilled through besides the 1st hole you pushed, it turned out pretty cool

[@tylerlogsdon8623]

Weld the plastic together from the inside for structural rigidity, for the back, use a large flat black piece and cut into it

[@gnargnar64]

These Lego videos are so much fun, I'd love to see more of them!

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you like them! I might have to make more. But NOT a LEGO PS5

[@Double.J]

That was freaking sweet. I drove to Walla Walla over the weekend and as we were passing through Milton freewater I mentioned hey there’s a KZbinr I watch that lives here, lol 😆 👍🏻🎮📱💻🕹

[@Tronicsfix]

Lol, that's awesome!

[@logan962]

Just a heads up guy anytime you drill within two plastic you need to use a drill bit that's made for plastic because the drill bit you use obviously tore a whole bigger than you expected whereas a drill bit made specifically for drilling into plastic helps cut down on the heat and the possible damage which unfortunately you caused LOL just a heads up

[@mikkveere1409]

In future, when you drill into lego, i recommend wood drills. They make up cleaner cut and you need to make less corrections. Just take your time. - someone who has been cutting and modifying lego from childhood. I used to cut lego with metal (hand)saw, wood drills and little pocketknife.

[@jameswturley]

Next time you’re drilling plastic, use your drill in reverse. Or use a heated rod to make those holes. You could’ve even probably have used your sander attachment on your dremel.

[@americansmark]

For the holes, get a hole saw bit for your drill. A Milwaukee kit is around $50 and has multiple sizes. It's great for not only detail work but for installing potentiometers, ceiling lights, etc. I used a 6" hole saw to put recessed lighting in my basement and it was a breeze. Only difference with Lego is you'd have to go slow and keep it cool to prevent melting.

[@ultimablackmage]

You should have tried a build without drilling holes first. You'd be surprised with how versatile Lego can be. I mean... Lego Masters in Australia always amazes me with what they can pull off.

[@callme_h4ppy802]

I love your channel. You are an inspiration dude. I love everything us electronic repairmen do.

[@Tronicsfix]

I appreciate that!

[@markharrisllb]

I noticed Microsoft released some Lego boxes for my sister's birthday… I mean May the 4th, Star Wars Day. They should just sell the kits. I have a feeling this video was planned long before Wednesday and it’s a brilliant idea. Well done.

[@Tronicsfix]

Those Xboxes look amazing!

[@brunodsozza]

I would have cut smaller holes and sand it till the right size, it would give more control on achieving the perfect cut, and I would have put the green on the outside, it would look cooler in my opinion. But it was a great work, nice job!

[@ZachCT]

Loving these kind of videos.

[@Tronicsfix]

So glad you enjoy these!

[@KrispyBizcut]

Dude, I personally think the power button hole was done perfectly. You need a little room to get your finger in there since it's not going to be flush due to the thickness of the Lego.

[@KrispyBizcut]

Also.. I might have a project for you.. I've got a modded Xbox 360, a Xbox one, a ps4 and a Nintendo switch. I'd love to put them all together and make a super console!!! What do you think?

[@filip9587]

As a lover of both Xbox and Lego, this video was Very Enjoyable to watch. Thank you for this.

[@StevenKelley]

Lego expert here! You could have done this without cutting the lego brick very easily! Try for a 2.0 full case no cutting!

[@Tronicsfix]

No cutting? How? I would have loved to make it without cutting. I'm just not sure how. I could do the game slot I'm sure, but not sure how I would have made the buttons.

[@StevenKelley]

​@@Tronicsfix The buttons would have to be another layer with a 2x2 or 4x4 tile opening (if it doesn't align with the grid). on top of the button could be a glued piece so it floats around the static lego panels. Another idea is to go thicker so you don't have to glue at all, but make the lego piece flex or float with lego rubber bands for example. Just a thought. Lego guys don't drill, cut or glue them. The idea is to keep Lego always reusable. But you can only go so far by adding non-Lego elements inside. Great attempt, would like to see more of these!

[@renegadeclown8748]

For drilling holes in that kind if plastic, the smallest amount of pressure possible is your best bet. And patience, since the lack of pressure requires more time to drill through.

[@TheSkaldenmettrunk]

This is very cool! I loved the NES Lego build you did. This one is very cool too.

[@logankirk1710]

tronics this is such a dope idea man. i havent even watched the video yet im just starting it but im already so excited to see the outcome. GREAT CONTENT

[@landmonkey22]

Greetings from denmark. The home of Lego, work approved!

[@Tronicsfix]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@judgej1710]

Great first effort. I was really impressed. As an engineer there's lots i think can be improved on. But this looks great given the tools at your disposal. What other things could we stick xbox series x guts in I wonder? I once saw a guy build an original xbox into a Millennium Falcon.

[@TheCod3r]

Ooh this looks fun

[@Tronicsfix]

This was a fun one. A few things I'm disappointed in but overall it was a fun build.

[@timothystevenhoward]

tip/idea: if you put the drill in reverse you should be able to score the plastic without tearing it.

[@FamousFennec]

Im surprised this doesnt have more views, been watching you while i do work and this genuinely pulled me out of my work and i watched the whole thing just impressed at what you managed to do with lego of all things The top fan idea was super creative, I wouldnt have thought of using technic beams with green underneath

[@brendankelleher9416]

This is great. If you are doing holes in plastic again, run the bit in reverse and it wont catch but should still cut through.

[@Tronicsfix]

Good to know. Thanks

[@SirC2100]

OMG!!!! LEGO, Dremel Tools and hot glue should NEVER be together in the same project, although you make it look very entertaining! 😁

[@TheGlitchyMario]

I still remember the NES. I actually got that set a few months ago. It’s really cool. But you should use the thermal paste as glue, so it won’t break apart.

[@AyeAnon]

You should make a shirt and have the text "I don't need a warranty when I am the warranty"

[@9theaman]

I think it would look much better in colors, instead of generic black.

[@Tronicsfix]

That would look cool!

[@richardstanley1285]

The creators of the Lego games should really consider working with you on a Lego edition xbox.. Maybe even include Lego star wars as a bundle game.👌🏾

[@EdwardPHandsBasedManchild]

This is the literal meaning of "Fine. I'll do it myself.".

[@zacharyhall8392]

for future precise drilling use a tap and put a dimple in the center of the spot you want to drill through so the drill bit doesn't walk on you. love the Lego shell!

[@Spartan122S]

Another Tronicsfix video is just what I needed this Friday! 🍻

[@XLessThanZ]

COOL 😎. LEGO builds from scratch are a challenge and you did some good workmanship. Strange how after you keep looking at the completed build 🤔 you'll want to do another, better one. Love the attention to detail 🥰

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks 👍

[@Skydiver69UK]

Love the idea! Hate the cutting & drilling of the Lego bricks! With a little more planning I’m sure the gaps could have been created by leaving spaces between the bricks.

[@bladesoldier9941]

Now that's what you call content! 👍

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you like it!

[@Luke-2954]

Ah yes, Black Ops 2, the second Worst Treyarch Zombies we ever got.

[@GoodJamSpiteHouse]

man, I REALLY wish you made the gaps for the power button and the disc tray by stacking smaller lego pieces over cutting holes in bigger ones.

[@J4T]

This reminds me of the LEGO Wii video from years ago!

[@professormoriarty703]

Starting with smaller bits than you need when you drill and gradually work your way up will help with hole accuracy

[@CLC-1000]

This is amazing. Great job putting it together. 👍

[@Weavermicro]

TronicsFix trying to get a sponsorship with Lego to build a PS5 out of Legos next.

[@Tronicsfix]

That would be an amazing sponsorship. I'm not building a LEGO PS5, lol

[@chasefournier]

Impressive! Super cool Steve!

[@Tronicsfix]

Hey, thanks!

[@deathsnitemaresinfullust2269]

Haa! That's pretty awesome, next step once you have everything just the way you want it is to reassemble it while glueing the pieces together so you don't have to worry about it falling apart. 😄👍

[@cartrette55]

A working lego ps5 would be an awesome video I’m sure it would be an insane amount of work though.

[@elchepo]

Wow, nice project. I enjoy this videos a lot! Cheers!

[@nasser_almashjary]

That was amazing and a major shakeup from the usual content. Thumps up!

[@adr1ean]

Hi Steve, nice build, just a tip if I may, use wood drill bits, the pointy end helps a lot in stabilizing the hole and use some support under the piece, like a small scrap piece of wood or plastic.

[@helmuthbecker7636]

First one hour using it, "Three Red Lights Blinking" :D But cool work as ever, congrats Steve.

[@bigbiskit73]

Might want to kraggle that contraption. Hot glue might melt with the heat of the x box guts. Great video!

[@BloodlustNL]

This video almost makes me think they used lego at microsoft for the early mockups of the system. It fits perfectly😅

[@UkdangermanRepairs]

Great job Steve. I did a similar thing with a raspberry pi 3 that I turned in to a retro gaming console. It was a lot of fun 👍

[@HLPC_2]

I would only be concerned about the hole to "lego" ratio at the top for the exhaust fan. Those holes are really small, and some are plugged to keep the green bits in place. The console will certainly be louder, and maybe warmer.

[@marc3801]

The Lego case is also missing the ventilation holes at the bottom to get cold air into the case. But I don't think that this Xbox will be in use. It's probably just a "can we do it?" thing that ends up as a pretty expensive part of decoration or something similar. However, I think it would be pretty interesting if somebody with a lot of experience in building complex structures out of Lego could build a case completely functional (and maybe also with achieving all functions without drilling into various pieces).

[@bjarkeistruppedersen8213]

You didn't fix it enough - it still worked at the end :)

[@DrRubix1712]

If I was a kid I would LOVE to have a game system that I can snap legos to the front of to kame my own cool design. Why hasn't lego partnered with any of the big game companies to make that a reality?

[@TheRedskins2175]

Truly could not wait to see this video. Nice work Steve!!!

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@geofreypejsa54]

Nice curve ball with the Lego project. Nice!

[@timothyvire2569]

I want to try something with epoxy resin for a pc tower, but still lack enough experience. Great job on the project.

[@awilliams1701]

I remember when I upgraded my Commodore 64 to support both NTSC and PAL modes. I needed to drill into the case, which is 40ish years old now, for the mode switch. Most C64 cases are brittle as hell. But no, it drilled like a champ. In the end the hole looks like it was always there.

[@AdrickBruno]

Looks amazing, but my guts tell me it won't last if you play on it, mostly because with worse heat dissipation (Lego must be horrible compared to the normal) the hot glue will melt easily... maybe if you change for another glue or adhesive, or a better air flow, idk even then it will struggle, but hey i would love to have one for decoration lol

[@TheMarkthetruth]

For the next time I will suggest using a step drill bit on plastic

[@SApcProSergijAleksovski]

That Xbox is Really Cool. Wow! Great job keep it up

[@Iamkaden]

We should get LEGO to create a DIY kit for real consoles. All consoles!

[@iamwonderFil]

oh man tronix! less drilling, more fancy lego pieces! so painfil!

[@davidnguyen8040]

Next challenge, can you build a LEGO case for PS5?

[@kennethluff4736]

Top tip, you can turn your xbox on and off and also eject your disc with a controller therefore the buttons don't take a beating 👍

[@RJenkins6586]

Not necessarily with Legos, but you should make a custom case for the PS5.

[@Tronicsfix]

Agreed

[@RJenkins6586]

@@Tronicsfix I've been toying with the idea of making a clear acrylic case for mine.

[@colinboneham7387]

That’s a snappy idea and a good use of lego must wouldn’t think off.

[@wthomason]

These videos are so awesome! I really enjoy these.

[@miguelpinto84]

Another Nice Lego Project! Keep the good work! And don't forget... the perfect amount of thermal paste.

[@SLAYERfan4life88]

New favorite thing on youtube. Well done.

[@chasonthedon]

*Can’t wait to see what you do with making a LEGO PlayStation 5*

[@Robshotipod]

Pretty amazing, love the creativity.

[@mastterjt]

I fully support you getting into some modding! It would be fun to see you approach modding from a repair back ground. Even some tinkering in water cooling would be enjoyable to watch.

[@pferddas5432]

Incredible video, was fun every single minute

[@hacobrandom6201]

Please do a series s next that would look so cool white and black

[@Haluna11]

Imagine if the reset button lined up perfectly to the lego buttons

[@sprybug]

This is neat. I've used legos before to make small cases for projects. Very nice work!

[@kytastone]

That looks amazing. Now I'll just wait for you to build a PS5 one from Legos, it's only fair lol

[@minidyrus89]

Video idea: I bought 4 broken GoPro's, can I fix them?

[@martybarron816]

That was really cool!! Great job.

[@Petterpp90]

One way to destroy my work but happy to see people experimenting with our stuff xD