Sega Dreamcast Agetec (Green Goblin) Mod Guide // ARCADE STICK MODS

Let’s mod the amazing Sega Dreamcast Agetec (Green Goblin) arcade stick! This is my favorite console and quite possibly my favorite arcade stick, especially when modded with Seitmitsu or Sanwa parts. With so many amazing games on the Dreamcast, this is a must-have for collectors and Dreamcast lovers. The best part is I’m giving this away to The Immortal John Hancock - a legend in the retro gaming scene. Subscribe to his channel if you have not already.
Agetec Seimitsu LS-55 / LS-56 wire diagram:
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[@johnhancockretro]

I am honored to receive this arcade stick. Your production value of your channel is amazing!

[@tannerbrodt8419]

Soon enough this guy’s gonna have a segment called “Pimp My Stick” where he transforms bland arcade sticks into modded goddesses. Seriously though, I love your content! Couldn’t like it enough.

[@GTRyan35]

Stumbling across your videos has made me start buying arcade sticks and modding equipment. Absolutely inspiring stuff.

[@TheHawaiianSav]

I love this channel so much. So much great craftsmanship and care put into the work. Great job man keep it up!

[@RetroKingPin]

It's nice to see such a well done mod video. I did mine and gave it a dual mod for SNES, Genesis, PC Engine and NES. It's my go to arcade stick for retro gaming!

[@YourCharismaCoach]

I just found this channel whilst learning to mod my Dreamcast stick and I love it. Thank you for sharing your passion: it's given me the confidence to push myself to try a new project!

[@cheeseynz]

There is simply no other KZbin channel about joysticks that remotely compares to this. Nice to see you share the same passion as a lot of us retro/fighting sticks whilst producing such high quality content. Keep up the good work.

[@kaworuscott]

This guide was a god send for my recent Agetec mod. I even went as far as a custom clear plexi for artwork too. I will be sure to tag you on instagram when I receive the artwork in the post to finish the last piece of the build. Thank you so much.

[@ForeverWinter1812]

This is probably the most comprehensive and best Dreamcast arcade stick mod video I have ever seen. Thank you so much for doing this video because I'm going to be modding a Dreamcast stick in the next couple weeks. So perfect timing. XD

[@ScanlineCity]

Awesome. I was hoping someone would think its the best guide out there!

[@seldomsadsam]

Man I'm totally hooked on your videos!! Great stuff

[@foch3]

I just came back to thank you man. Followed the guide to the T and it came out amazing. Went with the LS-56 because that was all I could find around right now. Doesn't feel like a toy anymore.

[@ScanlineCity]

Yesss!!!!! Awesome!!! Have fun

[@king-gidorah2150]

Just found this channel and absolutely love it. I don't have a fight stick of my own yet but in the process of researching models and parts and the like I've watched every vid and this channel has helped me fall in love with the internals and aesthetics of arcade sticks. Pretty soon I'll have my own stick and won't get thumb blisters from the dpad of my playstation controller playing Guilty Gear

[@ScanlineCity]

This makes me so happy!

[@lostsignal7961]

I upgraded both of my sticks with sanwa parts with help from this video. +A man editing man.

[@nickcruz1991]

Followed your instructions and had no problems with build. Thanks a bunch. Awesome and informative video.

[@ScanlineCity]

Super happy to hear this!!!

[@matthijsskeer8215]

Really enjoy this channel. I have no idea why you have so little subscribers with this amount of fun, high quality videos. Please keep on going!

[@DenkyManner]

Great channel. Anyone who appreciates scalines has to be good! I've never attempted a mod like this, I don't even have the tools yet, but I think I'm going to try it because of your video. My Dreamcast stick is worn out and I've been looking to get a new one, just for casual emulation on PC. I was considering selling mine and buying something cheap but I think this mod would be both much cooler and will teach me a lot of skills I've always wished I'd had. Finally a legit excuse to buy a Dremel and learn soldering! Doesn't matter if ends up more expensive, I'd be paying for the education, not just the stick.

[@DenkyManner]

I finished my mod. LS-32-01, Sanwa buttons in Neo-Geo colours plus 2 white. I learned so much, I'd never used a Dremel before.

[@jasondaigo]

@@DenkyManner im uncertain which tool to use; what is the accessory used for widening the holes? do u have partnumber or description?

[@dbnpoldermans4120]

Thanks for this detailed video. I nee to order way more sticks now!

[@phlipzero2045]

I actually found your channel via the YT algorithm because I 'recently' got into arcade sticks and I ended up looking for a bunch of vids on all kinds of topics but your channel is the dopest when it comes to (retro) sticks. Good shit

[@ScanlineCity]

Awesome. Welcome!

[@mastergamer5779]

Scanline City do you sell these already modded by any chance i would love one.

[@no-sleep]

your videos are amazing dude, I can't believe you don't have more subs

[@kaworuscott]

AMAZING GUIDE! Starting my mod as soon as my dremel arrives!!

[@waltermelon3800]

Love your channel man. Really high quality content. Dreamcast was such an amazing console that sadly didn’t get the love it deserved. I would love this stick with an extra two buttons, I also love the retro look it needs to make a comeback.

[@sabishiihito]

Too many PS2 stans (and the thing wasn't even out yet!) doomed the DC.

[@waltermelon3800]

sabishiihito yeah I love PlayStation also but I think Dreamcast was sadly over looked by other consoles. It’s a shame I think Dreamcast was ahead of its time really.

[@YuuMatsura1]

Great job man!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 P.D i love it the intro music 😍

[@SnDFrostey]

this is a great tutorial, with many high quality safety precautions mentioned.

[@abc56735]

This was perfect! Just got my HKT 7300 case and i'm installing a LS-32. This video was SO helpful. Thanks man!

[@ScanlineCity]

I'm so happy to hear that

[@abc56735]

@@ScanlineCity Just a tad bigger than the Seimitsu stick that your are using, but nothing a dremel cant handle!

[@foch3]

Just got my first Dreamcast, what an amazing system. Was looking for an arcade stick and found your agetec video clicked buy it now. Love your passion and production.

[@ScanlineCity]

Thank you! Love you got a dreamcast! What's your favorite game so far?

[@foch3]

@@ScanlineCity Capcom vs SNK millennium fight 2000.

[@ScanlineCity]

@@foch3 yes!!!!

[@foch3]

@@ScanlineCity Can't wait to see what you come up with next. Would love to see anything on the Dreamcast.

[@TMNTfever]

After losing my childhood Green Goblin, I've always wanted to get a new one and modernize it. This video will prove helpful! I've already modernized my SF 15th Anniversary stick, so I'm excited to do this too!

[@cordellmaniac]

Amazing work! And a really great channel! Love your stuff dude =)

[@mahdiyussuf9804]

I can't wait for you to hit 100k subs and beyond, mate!

[@Gorilla_Jones]

Great video but a word of advice. You can get an exact 30mm stepper drill bit that will give you an exact 30mm hole so you don’t have to be imprecise with the Dremel. I used these stepper drill bits to resize the button holes on my Evel Knievel pinball machine when I updated all the hardware since the old Bally buttons where no longer made. Hope that helps.

[@Bodega_dASH_Goteem]

Wish i read this before my dremel sanding bit got completely eaten through cutting down those 6 holes, lol.

[@ScanlineCity]

@@Bodega_dASH_Goteem haha yeah you need one fit for grinding metal...I did the same thing first time. But yes you can certainly do what he says above but I had some difficulty doing it without a proper large stationary drill press. It ended up cutting a large chunk out of the hole and completely messed it up. I'm sure there are ups and downs for both

[@ScanlineCity]

I tried this but ended up messing it up and taking a huge chunk out of the hole. Do you have a stationary drill press. I imagine that combo would be perfect

[@googleboughtmee]

Awesome video man.

[@EliasVodka]

nice i been waiting for some new content, love mod videos

[@ScanlineCity]

This one was a BEAST to edit. Hopefully more consistent content soon

[@Bird_Dog2099]

Thanks so much for making this! I'd like to try this, and I want to add some weights on the inside, to give it some more heft.

[@paulbonini]

Just finished modding mine, your guide was super helpful! I ended up putting an LS-32 in so needed a bit more work, but came out nice in the end. I also used your tire weight trick to add some heft to the unit itself!

[@shazmanbound1496]

Hi. What type of buttons did you used? Did you install screw in buttons?

[@bsimpson2288]

I’ve done 3 of these Dreamcast sticks, all with Sanwa parts. I like the start button mod, never seen that before. Never had a problem with the stock one though.

[@knightstales5267]

Your channel is just awesome! Keep up the good work man!💪 One further thought: would it be possible to install a second (parallel) fighting board into the Agetec by wiring both boards directly from the buttons and the stick? The Seimitsu modded HTK-7300 is phenomenal and I would like to use it on other consoles, too.

[@imijsays]

This guide is amazing! Could you please do a similar guide on dual modding the DC Agetec?

[@LookAtAllThatJuice]

Incredible job!!!! Now i just need to find someone that could this for me...I'm more of a hammer and nails type of guy. This precision work is way beyond my skill set.

[@mikevsamy]

Instead of using a Dremel, I recommend a 30mm stepper drill bit. It will be way cleaner and faster to expand those hole. Other than that I learned a lot from this excellent guide. Thank you!

[@Superdimensional]

I recommend taping to protect the face of the metal plate, most people will have the dremel jump on them at some point and it will scratch the face, also work from the back

[@ironinthesoul]

Those rough edges that stick up grinding away with the rotary tool are called burrs. De-burring can be done with a de-burring tool or just a file.

[@c2ironfist]

Dreamcast has always been my Naomi AES at home :) Pair the Dreamcast up with a good monitor via VGA and arcade quality sticks and you get most authentic arcade experiences to be had at home!

[@ScanlineCity]

Exactly! Couldn't agree more. Iv never heard it put that way but I love it.

[@GeMarav]

I love that video! I do have a question though, what kind of tool do you use with your dremel, in order to trim the metal?

[@CanaldoYoutube123]

Great video, will you ever do one of these for the HRAP sticks?

[@jasondaigo]

i was so excited to try this out, i ordered a ls 55 and it has no connector like your stick has. the ls55-01 has it. can u give me a hint where to put the ground cable? it has 4 connectors like the one on a button.1 for each direction but no extra grounding; do i have to daisy chain it for the stick aswell?

[@bmmcwhirt]

Invest in a stepper bit. Trim the metal mounting plate of the new ticks so it fits in the recessed area, better stability and wont weaken the plastic or stretch the screw holes as much over time. I would also just make a new JST cable instead of all those splices.

[@alexandernavarrete2367]

wooo amazing ....

[@UltimateKeyboardist6]

Hey for the portion where you need to remove the balltop to switch out the shaft or joystick, mine literally is stuck, I hold it with the flathead and try as hard as I can to remove it but it won’t budge, any advice?

[@matthijsskeer8215]

Hi, thanks for the guide. I am new to modding my controllers so I need some extra information to mod my 2 dreamcast sticks: 1) Do I need 0.110" or 0.187" quick connects? 2) I am considering LS-32 but I don't like a square gates and the Kowal octo gate got not completely positive reviews. Any suggestions? 3) Could I put quick disconnects on the end of the cable and put them on the pins of the joystick or of the pcb or should I use wire connectors? Thanks in advance for your anwser!

[@john005_]

Hi, may I know what is the dremel that you used for your fightstik, or any similar product to suggest? The last time I did my fightstick I used Bit Drills, but having a dremel would have helped the job I think. @Scanline City

[@JeffreysJoysticks]

Hey man I love the channel so I’ve hit the subscribe for more inspiration 😊 I’m in midst of building my stick after aesthetic case/artwork has been complete. My question is what size/type of screws/bolts and washers did you use to mount the Sanwa JLF after marking/boring the joystick mount holes? Any help would be amazing and I’ll follow you on other socials shortly 🙂 Stewart 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@BEATSofDevil]

Thank you for this tutorial. I might do a mod just like this. I used to have a modded green goblin and it was great. Played high level marvel vs Capcom 2 on it (though power Stone and soul calibur and cvs2 are also favorites of mine). I regret selling that green goblin Is there any minimum requirements/attachments I need to look for when acquiring a Dremel for this mod? I see a .7 amp Dremel that is a great price and I'm hoping it's sufficient for this mod

[@andrecarvalho8679]

Awesome stuff. I have a still working good green goblin, but when the system starts to fail I have this excellent tutorial to turn to. What about your dual mod? Will you make a video about it?

[@SaminPK]

Great video thanks! Just wondering if you could do a video of modding this arcade stick with the the actual controller PCB of OG Xbox. Would be awesome to use this arcade stick modded at PCB level on OG Xbox without using laggy converters. Wish OG Xbox had a "single" decent arcade stick.

[@FFFFindoor]

Did you notice any issues with the throw of the stick? Kind of looks like it sits lower than the usual mounting plate on other sticks.

[@MBeats27]

is there any way that i can mount a Seimitsu LS-32-01 in a sf4 se stick?

[@epicon6]

17:54 I always throw out the yellow guides on Seimitsu joysticks (and the blue on the LS-32 because when they are set on the largest size like you have here, the two corners feel different to the other two corners. On the other side the guide doesn't touch the actuator at all and on the other side they touch the guide. I've eve tried cutting two guides and adding them together so that the actuator touches the yellow guide on all corners but that makes it feel much worse than just getting rid of the guide and using the actual square gate.

[@s3np411]

What's the gap size between the buttons and stick?

[@thespoonydragoony]

Fantastic video! Production quality and lighting are top-notch, and I love your studio/workshop! I'm a bit confused about how to attach quick disconnects to the pushbutton wires. I bought these terminals and sleeves from focusattack and this crimping tool from Amazon: -Philmore .110" Non-Insulated Quick Disconnect Terminal (Box of 100) -Nylon .110" Quick Connector Insulation Sleeve (Approx 100pcs) -Titan Tools 11477 Ratcheting Wire Terminal Crimper Tool for Insulated Terminals - Fixed Jaw Terminal Crimper The terminals are already closed, so it seems like the crimper doesn't do anything to them. I've been trying to crimp terminals to the old ground wires, but I haven't gotten one to stay yet. Any crimping tutorials you could recommend? What tool/terminals do you use? Thanks, and keep up the great work!

[@mankittie8869]

wondering what kind of quick disconnects youre using for this mod???

[@Gouveia100]

Awsome tutorial! Just wish you had put links in the description for all the part you used.

[@colerodocker8894]

Is there a parts list for this somewhere?

[@stegoeggo]

Amazing guide!! Please do the sega genesis 6 button arcade stick next. No guides are available for it yet 😔😔😔

[@nxsmotorsports]

I love this. Amazing work! I just picked up this stick and I'm looking to mod it. Can you provide a model number for those buttons, please? Thanks and keep up the great work!

[@RubenC826]

Hey man, would you be able to make a video on how to dual mod this stick? I just purchased one and want to keep the original dreamcast pcb with the VMU functionality but also add a brooks fighting board for use with modern consoles.

[@ScanlineCity]

Eventually I could do something like that yes

[@josephcintron1980]

just a quick note. I tried installing the original LS-32 not the LS-32-01 and I notice it's slightly bigger by a few millimeters so I'm not able to screw the bottom plate all the way otherwise the bottom of the Joystick drags against the metal plate. Any Ideas?

[@Bodega_dASH_Goteem]

Joska Cintron i installed the LS-32-01-SC-K, and had the same issue. I had to dremel down the walls the original stick sat inside of. With this it still dragged on the bottom of the plate. I put clay in those 2 cylinder shaped pillars for weight, but i had to add a slight few millimeters more of clay so it could push against the bottom plate. Sucks cause the clay going farther out then the cylinder pillars means my bottom plate is bending slightly, but thats the only way i got the stick to not drag. After closed it up and it was fine. Shockingly it sealed perfectly, and doesn’t wobble when i leave it on my desk. Its janky, and Im sure the plate is permanently warped; but its better then not having your stick go back to neutral position.

[@sabishiihito]

AKA the Green Goblin

[@ScanlineCity]

I'll have to add that to the title!

[@Jadzky]

Nice videos man.Pls vid of fighting edge and hrap2 hrap3 ex next!

[@ScanlineCity]

HRAP 1-3 coming very soon!

[@nxsmotorsports]

Can anyone please recommend a good Dremel bit for accomplishing the necessary grinding? Thanks.

[@alexnostalgix]

[@ReviewUSA-ri5dv]

How about an episode on the old school Horis, such as the Super Famicom HSJ-12 and The Hori PC Engine Fighting Stick. They came with stock LS-33s and are super mod-friendly, as everything is a drop in replacement!

[@ScanlineCity]

For sure dude. I have several of both versions and the episode is in the works. I love the old Hori sticks!

[@lucifer1978b]

any links to the parts use on this mods? thank you

[@fthetm]

Can you put up a link to the buttons you used?

[@lukemacinnes5124]

I was planning on putting a brook ufb into the Namco PS1 stick, any tips for doing this, I'll probably keep the original parts/part swap the stick so I shouldn't need to mess with the actual case much right?

[@ScanlineCity]

You should be ok. That said it's a tight fit so I would NOT use a 20 pin wire harness and instead use the stock screw terminals. Also dont forget that the namco buttons are soldered to the pcb so you will need to solder new wires to them. And to be clear you plan on keeping the stock stick right?

[@lukemacinnes5124]

@@ScanlineCity yeah keeping stock stick but might see about putting new spring etc. In it, i saw something about people taking the stick apart and combining it with parts from a jlf but I'm not sure how that would work

[@ScanlineCity]

@@lukemacinnes5124 Yeah I would stick with the stock parts other than maybe replace the Spring and you should be good to go

[@tyisafk]

I think I'll get one but instead of just replacing the parts, I'm tempted to get a Brook Universal, add some new 12mm momentary buttons on the back and make it a completely versatile fight stick for all modern systems, including the old with adapters :D I know it's only 6 buttons, but I can't think of any fighting games that actually use all 8 buttons other than people who like to use them for combination macros which I don't lol

[@segajcharrua]

I am interested to know more about the ls55 what can you way about it? And what it compares to a ls56 or a JLF

[@ScanlineCity]

Ls55 is certainly one of my favorites. Same height as jlf but a lot more stiff - in a good way imo

[@miguelotero4298]

Do you have a shop i can send mine to get done?

[@SirCharles.]

What's that Dremel bit that you used to widen the holes and grind the JLF body? I've been using tungsten carbide tile grout cutting bits for random projects like this. They works well for cutting aluminum and cast iron (I use it for porting small cylinder engines), but they're also pretty skinny and better for detail work so I've been looking for something wider. Also, great video as always dude! I can definitely tell you put a lot of time and effort into making these. It's motivating, like I want to make some videos of my stick mods too, though I lack the editing chops to produce something as good as this lol.

[@ScanlineCity]

Well heck, maybe we can collaborate on something! As for the dremel bit I use a large assortment but honestly, anything would work since its plastic. There are couple sets on amazon for fairly cheap i use. Ill try and figure out which bit that was

[@chrisr529]

I want to upgrade the buttons on my agetec dreamcast arcade stick so bad but i know ill screw it up

[@limaofarofa]

I understand this is also a matter of feel and future proofing but would Crown 27mm buttons fit as drop in replacements on these?

[@ScanlineCity]

Are those screw on back? Either way I got to check those out!

[@ScanlineCity]

@@limaofarofa yeah I bet they would for sure. The original sega buttons are close to 28mm I believe. I'll order some! Thanks dude!

[@ScanlineCity]

I can't seem to locate those buttons. Where do you see them?

[@limaofarofa]

@@ScanlineCity I think Etokki, Istmall and Paradise Arcade had them in stock as "CWB203C", other shops might carry them or do special orders like Akihabara.

[@MarcBarkyMarta]

A new Scanline City is a good way to start an early morning. But DAMN, that was a whopper of a mod. Think I'll stick with those Konami Hypersticks! I've got a bunch - two near stock for regular PS1, two heavily modded for Game Boy Player on GC, and two others that are in the works for arcade supergun units.

[@ScanlineCity]

Dude...its was a freaking beast to edit to make sure everything was clear haha

[@craigjuan5744]

Wow man! You did an amazing job with this stick! No matter how many videos of modded Dreamcast sticks I see, I am always amazed by what people could do with it! Personally I prefer multicolored parts that represent the buttons! Now if only it was possible to mod a Sega Genesis arcade stick! I would love to get one of my own and get it modded with Sanwa parts. But I am not in any way good at doing stuff like this, nor do I trust myself with stuff like that. Do you do commissions or know anyone who does?

[@ScanlineCity]

Thanks! I may know some people where do you live

[@anthonylemus9259]

Can I send in my Dreamcast fightstick for the same treatment 🙏

[@pipomark]

Gracias amigo 👍🏾

[@condescending28]

I was going to Mod this stick but nah it's too much work and I don't have the proper equipment for it. The stick looks simple but beautiful. I think you can just cut off the ridges on the sides of your Sanwa Buttons and stick on there. I didn't try it, but that is what I did to fit the buttons into my MVC2 Arcade1Up.

[@michaelmerturi5968]

Hey Buddy, great job with the controls, looks amazing. Just checking if you would be willing to make two of these that I could buy from you? Michael

[@thomasscialpi2146]

Hey scanline! I’m trying this mod but I’m bad with screw sizes. Can you link me to some that will work with an LS-56

[@ScanlineCity]

Try a set of #4 5/8 inch screws. You can get them at your local home depot and they should be open right now :) www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-4-x-5-8-in-Phillips-Pan-Head-Stainless-Steel-Sheet-Metal-Screw-8-Pack-800941/204275391

[@thomasscialpi2146]

Scanline City hey thanks! Missed it in the video but heard it the second time. Awesome guide.

[@ScanlineCity]

@@thomasscialpi2146 let me know how it turns out!

[@Kotoark]

im really interesting in the dual modded version, i tried to look it up but theres not enough info :(

[@ScanlineCity]

Yup I'm gonna try and go over this in a future episode

[@iop223]

@@ScanlineCity please do!

[@duscha55]

0:01 Thats the Eu stick, and 18:39 is the NA stick. "just random facts" :D

[@cyo_corner]

Where did you get the parts for this mod

[@ScanlineCity]

Arcade Shock mainly. The start button replacements came from amazon.

[@cyo_corner]

@@ScanlineCity what are the specifications for the start button? I took mine apart to clean and the membrane bounced away..so I figured upgrading all the buttons wouldnt be a bad idea. Do you have links you can throw in the description?

[@thedarkhadougamer9043]

Where are you located? Can you work on my DC stick?

[@Emerald3ME]

Do more mod videos!

[@cjmegatron81]

How did you learn to do all this?

[@ScanlineCity]

Trial and error haha

[@cjmegatron81]

I wish you could do this to my Agetec

[@dauntless78]

F yes.

[@alfiesgameroom2009]

New sub to your channel you make mods for commission? I'm from Seattle area, i have an arcade stick but i have 0 experience on any mod that takes tools 😔and I would not like to ruin it especially for the high price that is in 2022

[@sagiriizumi8079]

Use a DRILL with a 30mm bit. Not a Dremel! A drill will leave a factory look and takes only seconds.

[@ionslicer]

Is 1k = LK or HK?

[@ScanlineCity]

Lk

[@ScanlineCity]

Lk

[@dillonwhite2975]

What game is at 5:45ish? Looks cool

[@ScanlineCity]

Cannon Spike! Love love love that game. It was a naomi arcade game called Gunspike that got renamed when it was released for dreamcast

[@dillonwhite2975]

@@ScanlineCity looks awesome. Thanks for the videos and inspiration.

[@ceasergomez4156]

I guess I need to invest in some new tools/equipment.

[@MrYoung-ve1ud]

Your content is awesome. How may we refer to you? I could be wrong, but we didn't catch your name.

[@ScanlineCity]

I would just use Scanline City for all referrals. Thank you so much!

[@phatpika3]

Does anyone sell modded ones?

[@ScanlineCity]

Not really but I plan on creating a list of modders that would be willing to provide services

[@phatpika3]

@@ScanlineCity Nice, thanks

[@Isztvankron]

@@ScanlineCity that would be awesome!