The ULTIMATE PS3 | 40nm Frankenstein A01, Overclocked, Water Cooled, Liquid Metal, IT TALKS!!!

[@srassy]

To be honest, this is what I've needed right now. I've got about 60 PS3s but I've been afraid of failure instead of accepting that it'll probably happen and it's not a big deal. I'm actually an electronic repair technician myself too! (though we've got a machine to do fine pitch BGAs) Cheers for the vid Felix!

[@lukek945]

60 PS3s LMAO what??? Thats like 500 lbs of PS3

[@8bitnation419]

As long as you can pull off replacing the RSX's, you should be good. There's a lot of money to be made with 60 PS3's.

[@srassy]

@@lukek945 I'm moving house next month too! I'm not going to enjoy this

[@db8crazy904]

Sale me one.

[@e99g]

What do you want to do with all of them? Trying to beat the US Air Force PS3 Super Computer Record? 💀😂

[@bosnjakball]

This bro is single-handedly making some of the most coolest for free. What a legend, great video btw

[@TheMcdonalds123]

27:50 ❤ You made me buy my CECHC. I got a perfect, unopened unit with only 35 days on the clock for 150 Euros. Thanks to you, I got interested in the topic. Great content. I'm a technician at a laptop company myself, handling power jacks, BIOS chips, and some minor trace repairs. I also have a BGA table and a few successful CPU transplants under my belt. Now I know for sure that I'll be ordering some dead PS3 boards and will try to make a Frankenstein. One beer on me

[@ripfelix3020]

Aswesome! I hope your attempt goes well and you enjoy it for a long time to come. Thanks for coin, I greatly apreacite the generosity and am humbled by it.

[@ffs_999]

@@ripfelix3020hey dude! Any plans for ps3 “mod” on hdd? Since OS on Ps3 accepts only mbr, it means there is huge limitations on hdd capacity. As i understood it has limit(what can be accesed/shown by ps3 its a 1.73Tb which is super bad, bc even on original xbox / ps2 there is hacks which grants to use 2-4TB storage with no issue). Any thoughts? Cheers!😊

[@jm036]

I got a damn CECHB00 on European soil a few days ago for 180€. 191 days uptime.

[@TheMcdonalds123]

@@jm036perfect! I already have 8 old ones for testing my skills. 50% success rate 🤣 when I hit 75 I’m going for Frankie

[@jm036]

​@@TheMcdonalds123 Nice!!! I'll just try to keep this 90nm going, I don't have the equipment to do a bga chip swap and very mininal experience with that.

[@Sonicspite]

I wish I could build my own Frankie, that would be cool but I only got a heat gun and soldering iron and I’m only a teen so I can’t afford an actual bga rework station. This is a cool ps3 I like the head at the top haha nice job!

[@matt.108]

Thanks to you I have successfully Frankensteined many PS3’s. 😊

[@ripfelix3020]

Wow, that's awesome! Nice work bro. Keep cranken franken!

[@omegamog]

Which really?! Good job! What area are you in? I'm way too afraid to try myself.

[@matt.108]

@@omegamogHey, sorry just seeing this. In the South East US. I do plan on offering a send in service once I get more equipment in stock and a little more experience. I can give you my discord if you’d like. Just let me know.

[@Auscilius]

​@@matt.108 is it true that if you Frank out a phat that it has to stay on a certain update version and therefore won't be able to connect to the Internet?

[@matt.108]

@@Auscilius no it can be updated just like any other ps3.

[@65guel]

you know that you are building a huge reputation as a technician right? if you open a shop like right now, there will be no lack of customers because of your dedication and hard work. keep going man, keep going up.

[@ripfelix3020]

Well, if my career falls through I may have to. Assuming the market doesn't dry up for these. Which I definitely expect to happen eventually. Right now I'm just enjoying the challenge and creative outlet as a hobby.

[@AlashAls]

I was having a bad day. This video brought me joy. Thank you RIP Felix.

[@ripfelix3020]

I don't think I could possably hope for a better result than bringing levity to someone's day. Thanks for watching and thanks for sharing.

[@nononymous]

same here ^^

[@Frickolas]

The tantalizer PCB looks way easier to install than individual caps, can't wait for them to be available.

[@liljuz1981]

im pretty sure theyre on ebay

[@RicardoRamosRetrocomputacao]

I collect computer equipment (everything from the 90s to 2010), and I've suffered so many times with Murphy's Law, I've even thrown things in the trash after spending a thousand bucks, other times I've abandoned the project for years until I had the courage to get back to working on it. Nowadays I'm a little more used to these beatings that life gives me, and I even find it strange when everything works out.

[@ripfelix3020]

Yes, it seems to be the norm. Expect the unexpected and overcome the challenges one-by-one as they come. It's a good lesson IG.

[@KysNono]

this is going in my top 10 for the best vids on ytb this year, keep it up bro

[@joedoran6994]

Love this content man long live the ps3 phat

[@hardwarerepair200]

What a cool project! Glad to see my own comment at 27:04. I'm currently working on a video about my first Frankenstein mod attempt. After seeing your editing, I feel like my own video is embarrassingly bad. As usual, can't wait to see your next new invention!

[@ripfelix3020]

Man, I loved your last few videos. Especially that line about your wallet was drained and to recharge it we can use that button down below! Haha...genius. Made me laugh. UR doing fine. I'm feeding off your progress too. Keep it up man.

[@TheBrick517]

I have a frankie 🚫 I have THE frankie ✅

[@DasMrOSi]

Thanks for being real, for sharing your story, for not letting challenges defeat you. This is very motivating in a world that's currently filled with people only showing success stories - not how they got there and what happened in between. Enjoy this victory of yours, you've earned it. I hope you'll share whatever else you'll be making in the future.

[@ripfelix3020]

I honestly am not sure if I'll ever top this video. I will try to improve and find a compelling narrative in the process of repairing consoles, but what actuallt happens doesn't always line up with what would make for the best story. This channel isn't fiction, so I'm at the mercy of each console. Some repair too easily and dont make for a good video. I have to find something else to do to fill it out. Preferrably something different than I've done before. Other times there's no resolution because I can't figure out what's wrong or it failed catastrophically. This is a luxury fiction has that I don't.

[@MitsuTM]

You're getting better and better at this, great video ! 😁 A game on PS3 that I highly recommend if you're looking for an emotionally impactful (and unique) experience is NieR. The PS3 version lacks some content compared to the PS4 remaster/remake due to budget constraints, but it's still an unforgettable journey.

[@leka_the_prophet]

Knowing everything we know today about the original PS3, and having a base understanding of what it takes to make a bulletproof (well as much as can be created) bc PS3 I would just buy one already done if you sold them. Nice work.

[@aegonthedragon7303]

Studio Halabi sells frankie modded systems on his shop. They’re really expensive though given all the work done, but probably worth biting if you are just a collector who doesn’t want to deal with all the fuckery required to keep these systems running

[@leka_the_prophet]

@@aegonthedragon7303 Thank you for the lead, I will check it out.

[@Auscilius]

Right, just take my MONEY

[@fronbasal]

This is too fucking dope… highly underrated!! Thanks for sharing man ❤

[@lambo7516]

You are an inspiration like no other! Your perseverance has a significant impact on us climbing out of our own pits of despair. No matter how deep!

[@RedLine_Renesis]

I'm just a curious enthusiast and my level of soldering is peaked at SMD transistors. In fact I fixed Sega MEGA-CD access LED that just had a failed transistor. So yeah, my skills are bound to this generation of consoles. Seeing this is like a kid watching Penn and Teller on TV - Pure magic.

[@user_friendly86]

Since I first watched your initial doc video I am constantly day dreaming about how the hell I'm going to make my own BGA setup. Due to lack of money and time I doubt it will happen but knowing there is a way to fix these PS3's makes me feel better about retro game preservation in general. You are a hero in my eyes.

[@hokkypro]

Love you man, this video helped me along my struggles. Thanks for the tips, some of us are going trough rough times. Thank you!

[@MonoTechYT]

27:00 had goosebumps there :’). Keep doing your amazing work

[@FilipeGomesPS]

Remember there's a community that loves your work and knows they can rely on your teachings! I have 3 CECHC with ylod, I don't know how to fix them but I'm learning something new every day, step by step, I'll get there. Thank you, Felix.

[@STiP0]

The little victories when life has you down are the best feeling. All your videos are great but this one will stick with me 👍

[@Bigpaa]

Thanks for all the hard work, time, and contributions to KZbin and PSXplace. You have saved thousands of us time and money. Thank you RIP-Felix

[@MustardBeef]

This is so cool!! I can't belive that this was what we were getting behind the curtain! Awesome work Felix! While I dont think I can Franken my own consoles, you inspierd me to work on my Dreamcast and CD-i to do realibibity mods. Thanks for your work, and keep being the Doktor!! ❤

[@TMracer73]

Congratulation. Eversince I heard of PS3 frankenstaion I considered it as most dificult console mod. You deserve huge credit for pushing this technique forward. Huge respect. I recently came out to conclusion that my early attempt to solder need to stop due to my sight. This masterpiece. Salute

[@Yami_nK]

Man... What a ride this was. Thank you for the journey. I'm looking forward hearing from you again. Cheers lad! 🎉

[@THEDTSMAN]

Phenomenal commitment to what is undoubtedly one of the best and most mysterious gaming consoles ever built. I really hope someone from Sony sees this and understands what attracts people to persevere to bring one of the greatest consoles of time (with backwards compatibility) so they can enjoy the entire catalogue of games. I love these videos. Well done sir.

[@k0lo86]

Mother of god! You're amazing, you blew my mind. And you gave me the motivation to sit down with my consoles. I have 7 unfinished CECHC/CECHE (COK-002) units, and after some complications, they've been sitting untouched for 3-4 months. Thanks!

[@MrFlared90]

you have combined information with comedy and humanity. Sincerely and hands down all the research work you have done is not only appreciated but most of all esteemed for you for all those who have collaborated on the scene. As a great lover and enthusiast of this BC model since 201X I confess you have rekindled my child self like few, literally.... Each notification was something I didn't think could make me so enthusiastic for someone I met so randomly! I will never stop thanking you for everything you put into creating something better in terms of quality of device given at launch. A small thought from a stranger who madly loves this project! Thank you for existing :)

[@ripfelix3020]

Thank you for existing too! Very generous. I greatly appreciate it. I hope people get more out of the videos than dry technical knowlege. I can't always make the project fit a good naritve tho, so it's fun when a project's story arc lines up with one.

[@dunghoIe]

I love this man. Always a pleasure to watch these videos! Thanks again, daddy!

[@PrinsessePeach]

What a fantastic video RIP Felix! You are accelerating in quality and it’s really a good time watching your videos. I finally did what I should have done a long time ago, and subscribed to your channel. Games is absolutely an escape, along with movies, tv-shows and books. I don’t have the easiest life so I use all to get some breathing room from the daily stress. You are awesome, thanks for making these videos.

[@TheByteTribe]

The genuine GOAT of PS3s

[@laptop6902]

I laughed and i cried. What an eye opening journey. You are destined for greatness. Gonna rewatch this soon and take some notes, i really have to work on my mindset. But this vid...just wow, awesome work. Chapeau 👏👏👏

[@chrismon911]

Truly a work of art my good man. Bless you and your future endeavors!

[@TorqueDaily]

Such an incredible build! As someone who grew up with PS3 it’s been so rewarding to learn from all your videos and watch your channel grow. You’ve definitely given me the motivation to fix my old CECHC (which sadly is the earliest available backwards compatible PS3 available in the UK) and my worthless but very sentimental CECHM revision. Even though it doesn’t make financial sense, the effort you’ve put into preserving, understanding and improving these 15 year old machines is really cherished by us all so thank you for all these videos (especially the editing). Thanks again and looking forward to all future videos!

[@perestroika91]

You are the man felix, thank you to let us be part of the journey

[@lucifermorningstar910]

Man my head always hurts after watching your videos 😂. But I was one of the dummy’s who drilled holes into his shell back in the day 🤦‍♂️ I learned then it was a bad idea. Frankie looks amazing and what a lot of work you put in to him! Bravo sir BRAVO!!

[@ripfelix3020]

Yeah, I drilled holes in my 1st BC PS3 back in 2012. We all did it back then. lol. oh, well.

[@itsyourboiaxl]

Impressive! You inspire me to try the frankenstein mod myself. It is hard to find dead PS3s tho.

[@Seaoflife.]

This video is wonderful! It's motivational and definitely not what I expected. Keep making fantastic video man!

[@DH22013]

Ohhyeahh, when you see a new vid of Felix in that notification bell you know it's gonna be good! Very nice, learned a lot again. Keep it up!

[@maximuscesar]

I have no particular love for the PS3 but your work is so beautiful that I can't help but appreciate it.

[@ripfelix3020]

Just look at that grotesque but lovable grin! You can't help but love a face like that. Like a pug! If I ever get one, I'm naming it frankie.

[@LetsPlayKeldeo]

Not sure if I wrote comments but your videos are great to watch are so freaking fun plus love your type of humor

[@hadesmcc]

I'm glad you didn't give up man. You're videos are funny and really informative. Additionally, the research you're doing is amazing. You're contribution to understanding and repairing PS3s is invaluable.

[@ultimategaming254]

im glad my comment helped somehow lol your videos are awesome keep going

[@mago2103]

This is some of the most vile technomancy i have ever seen, and i love it!

[@retrocomms]

Excellent work! Not everyone can pull that off. Can confirm with Portal 2. That game got me through some rough times.

[@YahorBezzr]

That's just pure art. Man, you''re the hero. Wish you all the best, we're here with you, always.

[@ripfelix3020]

Close, frankie was the hero. He saved me. Well, you all did too.

[@NearbyFoxi]

this has been awesome seeing your content and the channel grow, you have been very thorough and informative, love seeing and learning throughout your journey

[@VictorHugoAlvarez-eternelymiss]

Thank you so much for taking my suggestion on doing liquid cooling and overclock on Rsx Felix!!🎉🎉🎉

[@HiJakOG]

I will die happy if I ever touch this PS3... this isn't a human's work

[@kamillenica3081]

Great work, both in terms of PS3 modding and video making. Keep it going

[@barsa95]

This is the best video you've made so far! Keep on with your science! It's a blessing!

[@midozx1080p]

Thanks for everything rip felix i was 2step from fixing my ps3 but sometime everything can go wrong keep going you made me love this encredible machine even rn i dont have ps3 rn i still enjoy your videos you are the best guy i know fixing ps3 ❤️❤️❤️ NEVER - GIVE - UP ✊️

[@TehGameRaven]

The very fact that you're capable of this is amazing in itself, mate.

[@divinityblack5467]

What an incredible journey. The skills and knowledge on display here are truly awesome. You did it, FRANKY LIVES!

[@RachelWolfe]

Awesome work as always, you've got me wanting more. Stay strong.

[@rodrigo4379]

The quality of this video is just crazy! You are the best man!

[@nhand42]

An A model with the RSX from the slim is the best PS3. It's not a monster it's a thing of beauty. And those Tokin replacement boards look so good. Great work man. You're the GOAT of PS3 repair.

[@ripfelix3020]

That's actually why frankenstein is the perfect allegory for this mod. Dr. Frankenstein (humanity) was the real monster, and the "monster" was the sympathetic herine driven to anger in response to his being rejected. We demonize the launch model and sony for selling us a decective console, but in reality it was a flawed thing of beauty. And modders set it their goal to remedy the situation by imitating sony's own rectifying retrofit. The monster is the Redemption story and Dr frankenstein/humanity's flaws/bias the cautionaly tale. Sorry for spelling out the metaphores. They're more fun when you realize them for yourself.

[@ismawel81]

Que tío más grande!¡ un saludo desde España!

[@ileox4170]

Coffee in the morning, RIP Felix nearly hour long video, best way to start the sunday

[@ileox4170]

absolute LEGEND RIP

[@jamalelaamraoui9575]

You are truly a genius. I hope you continue discovering Sony's secrets

[@mattb9664]

Alternate intro music: T2 Teaser showing Model 101 modeling... This is so insane! Can't believe how much dedication someone is willing to put into 18 year old hardware. Nobody ever does this for their PC graphics cards or any other game hardware.

[@JuanGSR]

watching this while on lunch break! amazing video man, really

[@drac.96]

Not only did we get an amazingly detailed repair, we also got to see what the also got a top 10 favorites list!

[@AndreNYH]

Keep up your doing amazing work and the game you showed off you made me interested in getting them. I’m playing them. I love the PS3, especially the backwards compatible ones.

[@bzavacado]

WHAT THE?!? WATER COOLED?!?!

[@Gerardo_Rdz]

Wow absolutamente increíble, great job men, un año despues y seguimos atentos a toda tu investigación, felicitaciones, congrts❤

[@javiles2331]

Bro my respect 🫡 to you!! You are brilliant… please continue your work!😊

[@GuillermoTessi]

Never give up, never surrender!. Hope you are doing fine, Felix!. Be good and well.

[@Majima487]

it was thanks to drunkily stumbling into your videos i finally was able to find out what was wrong with my 60gb ps3 i had in the cuboard for 9 years dead, i now know how to syscon thanks to you :) and an extra i was able to get better at soldering too =], im not ready to do a frankie or tokien replace yet but i know if i need to know i can rewatch your videos for confidence and guide :)

[@tonytwostep_]

ridiculously high production value and repair skills. awesome joruney man glad you didn't bail out !

[@tincankiller6454]

Excellent video enjoyed it very much. Can see the quality & pride in your work and achievement it is well worth it and thank you for showing us both the successes and failures they are all worth the time and effort for those of us seeking to fallow in your footsteps. THANK YOU!!! and NEVER GIVE UP words so true for any part of our adventure call life

[@bva1207]

Great tutorial from since rev 1day 1, and thank you for helping eveyone repairing something that wasn't repairable.

[@sirmam4444]

Proud of you dude. Thank you for showing me the way.

[@Master-qj5qg]

This video is a madness 😂 what the ps3 fat does to anyone.. We will always love this console.. Forever lives ps3

[@almighty1984]

After clicking around videos not being able to watch more than 2 mins of each came upon this one and watched it all the way through 👍

[@ripfelix3020]

Wow, thanks so much! I tried to structure it so it wouldn't be too boring. The first section about the frankenstein mod I worried was too technical for casual viewers. I hoped the intro hook would convince people to stick around long enough to see the pay off. And I hoped I provided enough high level explanation so people could understand the purpose of each mod, even if they don't understand the techical details of how/why it works. Heck, I still don't for much of it. I feel like that section and the comparisons later are the most boring of the video. So I tried my best to make it visually attractive and engauging. I was really curious to see how people would react to those sections.

[@sppspharmdude]

Great overview of the mod, at first this gave me bane vibes (from batman and robin). Excellent top 10 list too, hope you got that journey collection disc.

[@ripfelix3020]

Oh, there's a collection disc? Hmm, I'll look into it. THX.

[@coccoborg]

Thank you SO MUCH for leaving all the tribulations into the video! So many show only the successful attempts. This video is great as it's what every beginner went through!

[@badrharbi6403]

Great video, keep going man, I enjoyed watching

[@milh0use]

Brilliant work, Felix! This is cinema!

[@VictorHugoAlvarez-eternelymiss]

Absolutely Amazing Video Mr.Felix!!!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@DeadPollo]

"They called me mad! Insane! WENDELL! [...]I had no choice but to flee here to conduct my research! Well, who's crazy now, hmmmm?! Who's mad now?! Hmmmmmmmm?!" (Dr. Mystico voiced by Tim Curry, Freakazoid)

[@federicoscozzafava886]

terrific work and video. Keep going!

[@vdochev]

OMG, uploaded right on my Bday! Thank you!

[@tenow]

You are amazing, thank you for all your work and research! Glad it all worked out at the end.

[@harrisontashjian752]

Great video, appreciate people who show when things go wrong with this complex mod, helps me learn about the process and build a little confidence in my own skills. Maybe some day ill be able to fix the 3034 A01 I have that's being kept alive by heatsink clamp pressure. I'd love to see how dark souls or dark souls 2 handle an overclock. Especially blighttown in the original, which runs terribly on both Xbox 360 and ps3. They're also just, really good games that offer something unique and satisfying compared to everything else on the market.

[@ripfelix3020]

I hear alot of people like those games. I've never played them myself. Maybe I can find a save from the location and test. I'm not sure if they are my type of game to play through tho. Seems a bit more violent/demonic for my taste. No judging tho. Taste is subjective.

[@chrisprobert6]

Dear mr. Felix You are awesome, never forget it..... Regards 😂👍🇬🇧

[@mudflap2020]

Love your vids! So much effort and work put into them! Keep it up 💪

[@helloish12321]

Great work on the video. Clear instructions but still thoroughly entertaining. I wish I had your skills. I have repaired many computers phones cars appliances you name it. But this is complete mad science.

[@jarrodtanner1986]

Like always amazing videos that help me learn more. A game recommendation for you is Ratchet and Clank: A crack in time. It's about connection, family, love, loss and grief. It's a masterpiece of a game and my favourite ratchet and Clank game of all time. The combat is amazing, the story is stunning and the puzzles can be hard but rewarding. I found your Channel out awhile ago and I'm lucky I did. Your content is amazing and you are such a smart person. Whatever is going on, try to stay strong. Video games are an amazing escape and definitely help me when I need it, I don't know what is going on in your life and I won't pry but I hope for the best for you

[@somethingoriginal1707]

Pure insanity. Excellent video

[@redmini2892]

Felix, awesome video and freaking awesome frankie! My 60GB PS3, which I got back in July 2007 (my first and only PS), YLODed last sunday ☹️ I was just starting to play GT6 when suddenly the image froze and… three beeps. It restarted and was actually performing the HDD system check when… three beeps and sudden shutdown again! It didn’t restart afterwads, only YLOD. I really thought it was going to last forever, dumb me… It’s a shame because it is clean and in excellent physical condition (plus, I didn’t play daily, go figure, my two controllers are on their original battery packs, and the charge still works fine!). I’m having trouble finding someone who can repair it where I live, and I’m not that skilled ☹️

[@Remi_Jansen]

Amazing video once again, you're the reason me and my friend got ourself a frankenstein console made. keep inspiring us!

[@ripfelix3020]

Awesome? I hope you guys are enjoying the ps3 library and getting your money's worth. I don't want to be the reason you bought an expensive console that sux...lol.

[@Remi_Jansen]

​@@ripfelix3020They were both cheap ylod cecha's from Japan that got saved and are awesome now, all good man!

[@VictorHugoAlvarez-eternelymiss]

I'm always so excited for new videos of yours.

[@philrod1]

Incredible work and perseverance, dude! Awesome video, too. Thank. you so much!

[@Liltrap-l4c]

Awesome bro, I'm really happy for you 👍❤

[@CasualyCompetitiveGamer]

the legend is back

[@deagt3388]

Extraordinary experiment, I'm delighted! ;-)