This $10 Upgrade Is A MUST for Mortal Kombat Arcade 1UP Owners!

[@lanceself3451]

I did this to my mk arcade. The springs were easy to install but the octagonal gates were difficult for me personally. The gameplay in my opinion is much improved after these upgrades! It makes doing moves like Sub Zero's iceball a lot easier along with all the fatalities. Great addition. Thanks for sharing.

[@jdoubleu3860]

Mine don't seem to line up correctly. Do you have the same ones in the link?

[@jdoubleu3860]

@Mike Themann They worked perfectly after all. I tried using them on the Street Fighter II first, and they didn't fit. I, incorrectly assumed one size fits all.

[@harryyy_RBX]

I know I’m late to the game with this. My kid and I gave up on this machine because nothing was working. Then I saw this video. I ordered all the parts you recommended, switched them out in less than 30 minutes and now we can’t stop playing. Game play is now on par with the real cabinets. Worth every penny. Thank you!!!

[@FatLadyKiller]

Wait.. Nothing was working? This was an issue with the game you just couldn't do it?

[@harryyy_RBX]

Dave Winfrey The game worked fine. The controls worked fine. This mod, if you watched the video made it better. Made the joystick a bit tighter for all those moves and finishers. I’m sure the game is made with lesser parts to keep costs down.

[@billm4262]

Just finished the springs and gates and it works so much better now it's not even close THANK YOU!! To all of the nay sayers in the below comments, if you haven't even tried it please refrain from commenting IT WORKS! The people who sell the springs and gates should be giving you thanks and cutting you in on directing them sales.

[@billm4262]

just finished the sticker on the bezel. This did not go well at all. The cheap plastic got scratched up while trying to place the sticker bezel. The sticker did not go on well or fit well. Ended up with a ton of imperfections. i wish I never would have done this mod to begin with. This mod is not for Ogre hands like me.

[@SFBrit1]

Excellent clear explanation and demonstration of the steps needed - This is easily the best Arcade1up mod video I seen. It gives me much more confidence with being able to upgrade my own cabinet without messing things up. Great work on this one!

[@thenostalgiabusiness]

This is a nice upgrade if you grew up playing Mortal Kombat or Street Fighter in American arcades. For those who've been playing fighting games in recent years using modern console joysticks, you're actually going to be more used to the stock joystick and just swapping the grip to a ball top. It's also a matter of whether you want precision (stiff springs, octagonal gate) or response time (loose springs, square gate).

[@DarthPsAyTko]

I almost pulled the trigger on one today while at Walmart waiting for my car. Good thing the box was ripped and retaped. I really want one of these.

[@JasonTylerRicci]

The first two upgrades I tackled right away. What a difference

[@TrashPandamonium]

Just did the gates and the springs, very cool enhancement to my Mortal Kombat Arcade1Up! Highly recommend it!

[@Johnfsu]

Thanks for this. Swapped out the stock springs for 3 lbs in my Sanwa clones using this video and it makes all the difference! I don't play many fighting games so the 3s are perfect stiffness.

[@Restalgia]

Glad it was helpful man!

[@daveb6019]

I followed your instructions. It was very easy. Took about 10 minutes to do. Game works awesome now

[@killergameshit4529]

GREAT VIDEO!!!!!!!!!!!! . I bought an MK 1up, and i ordered the stuff from your links. Beware guys the springs and gates may be sold out but i found them on EBAY and Restalgia is right. Everything checks out,, all my stuff is here.. I recommend this video and method .. 100% CONFIRMED WORKING.. I bought the 4lb springs, the gates, and the bezel.. Worth every penny. Thanks man for your hard work and great video. I know how hard it is to make a good video. .. one last thing,, if the 4lb springs are too stiff for you they do make a 2lb spring too you can order... the MK 1up cabs come with a 1lb spring by default, 4lb'ers for me though,, hope that helps any other modders following this guide.

[@daveofthedead1361]

Hell yeah man, I'm obsessed with this thing lol got the 4lb springs and gates in, love it, I could almost go 5-6 lb springs, I'm pretty heavy handed. Just waiting for the bezel art. I have no content here but check out Instagram, same name as here, been posting pics of what I've done.

[@killergameshit4529]

@@daveofthedead1361 crap,, i dont have the gram.. too many social networks to join them all,, heheheh,,, sounds kickass man,, these things are great,, i want to buy them all... my basement will be an arcade one day

[@killergameshit4529]

@@daveofthedead1361 and i want to go lit marquee to at some point,, o yeah

[@evlx14]

The screen overlay is a great idea. I just installed it but I'm a bit disappointed. I don't understand why they couldn't match the measurements of the 1up plexiglass LCD cover. It makes sense that the center area needs to be cut out to make the decal easier to produce. However, when trimming the white Boltz Designz area out it doesn't line up with the transparent part of the plexiglass. The decal overhangs on to the transparent area of the plexi. The decal can be further trimmed but not enough to match up correctly and not without cutting into the actual moves list of the decal. Along with the excessive amount of decal overhang around the outer bezel it just seems like the product could have been measured out a lot better. You'll have to eyeball it the best you can and know that the decal will be covering more of the LCD than before, 8mm overlap in my case. Also, I used a little bit of soapy water from a spray bottle on the plexi as I put on the decal to help give some correction movement as I squeegee it on. My two cents. Thanks for the video. I'm loving the 4lb springs and 8 point control gates.

[@randomgamer-st1ie]

Title: upgrade Arcade1up cabinet for $10. Video starts "ok so this is gonna run you about $45".

[@Restalgia]

Yeah, to be fair I did mention that the bezel brings the price up and it's not really a mod, just something cool and not necessary. Lol

[@randomgamer-st1ie]

@@Restalgia I noticed on focusattack.com they have 2 lb and 4 lb springs as well as octagon gates, will their gates work too? Figure easier to get all my parts from one store. Update: ordered 2 lb springs. Not replacing gates. Octagon gates make sense on a machine like Street Fighter 2 since alot of the moves require quarter circles and half circles. Mortal Kombat however is all directional taps like back/back or down/forward and work best with a square gate for less throw in the main 4 directions.

[@Restalgia]

@@randomgamer-st1ie yep, absolutely. I believe both places have the exact same gates. And in terms of springs, it's a personal preference. I like my joysticks very stiff, but if you want something a bit lighter, 2lb is a good choice too.

[@Rob8]

@@Restalgia clickbait, you piece of greasy garbage.

[@edakraz241]

@@Rob8 Don't be a dirtbag.

[@LuckSpinner]

So excited, husband has the 1944 1up on the way for my birthday gift! Can't wait, thanks for the video I might try to upgrade the springs and am loving the vinyl option!

[@daveofthedead1361]

Just got this for Xmas, saw this, bought all 3 things lol Got the springs today and installed. Wow, def a must! Feels so much better. Gates and bezel vinyl come tomorrow, love this thing!!

[@killergameshit4529]

me too,, love it

[@joeylikeminecraft]

Where u order spring sold out for en

[@daveofthedead1361]

@@joeylikeminecraft Amazon, just searched "arcade 1up 4lb joystick spring"

[@daveofthedead1361]

@@joeylikeminecraft Paradise arcade shop

[@anth0nyt]

Fantastic video. Clear, straightforward instructions.

[@daviduriarte3399]

Just installed the springs and gates. Night and day. Video made it easy. Thanks!!

[@BIGMIKE360AMUSEMENTS]

I done everything for my Mortal Kombat and it works great 👍🏾 Thanks again for the updates

[@djspazybharris3972]

I love the mortal kombat arcade 1up machine and street Fighter arcade 1up machine as well bring back my childhood

[@aepsira9220]

Great mod! Your turtorials are always awesome, I appreciate all the work you do keep up the amazing work.

[@rmt74358]

What would be really awesome for these cabinets would be a scanline filter or a way to use a CRT monitor for the true arcade feel.

[@seriousstuff8887]

Its class ... But when you're applying vinyl always use soapy water in a spray bottle . Spray it directly onto the contact surface and squiggy to apply the vinyl. You won't get any bubbles or streaks .

[@johnbrainard566]

The 4 pound springs are an improvement, but the joysticks are still loose compared to an arcade cab. The octagonal gates are a game changer though.

[@Ellis6-1pm]

Dude I love it! Seeing this now I kind of want one as well making some useful upgrades on the panel and controller. Thanks dude!

[@dochvtech22]

Alejandro Loera Wow!!............... kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZ3Yf6iMpZeSiqc

[@davidissel7980]

I only own one Arcade1up cabinet: Star Wars. I haven't modded it yet, but I'll be adding a sub-woofer to it for sure.

[@MasterMayhem78]

The 4lb springs are too stiff cutting down on your reaction time du to the extra force needed to move the stick, the 2lb springs are much better. Also, the square gate is best with MK because it's movsets are mostly vertical and horizontal, not a lot of diagonals like SF2. Octagonal gates have too much extra throw on the horizontal and vertical inputs causing further delay combined with 4lb springs, while square gates remove that extra throw on the horizontals and verticals making moves faster to pull off. SF2 benefits from octagonal gates because it's movesets have many more quarter circle, half circle, and diagonals allowing you to ride the gate. Octagonal gates will not benefit MK.

[@Jesushates6969]

They don't even benefit sf2, octagonal gates don't benefit anyone

[@82avidfan]

Use a 2lb spring on a balltop. 4lb feels good with a heavy battop.

[@82avidfan]

@@mo1016 Was it a "Heavy" Battop. One made of metal. I understand its not for everyone, but the added weight helps. Now only if Focus Attack sold 3lb springs

[@t.n.8111]

MK doesn't have many qtr/half/full circle moves? You perform Sub-Zero's iceball and Scorpion's teleport by clicking down and over instead of doing a quick quarter circle? You must lose a lot. Do you do Kano's spinning ball by tapping forward-down-back-forward too?

[@Ermano300]

I disagree. The octogonal gates helps to perform with accuracy the special and finishing moves. Also, the original joysticks on a real Mortal Kombat arcade was actually a Happ Joystick and it was a round gate.

[@davith978]

Thank you for the video, just ordered the springs and octagonal restrictors 👍🏽

[@GameplayandTalk]

Good video! I'll definitely be doing that spring mod on my MK machine.

[@ReyG_HKSH]

Great info! I was having some difficulty pulling off the moves I remember from back-in-the-day and this all makes sense! Just ordered the parts, thanks!

[@EQOAnostalgia]

I was about these things for a while, i decided to get a recroommasters cab, should be here next month. Much more solid build quality and really good controls. Custom art etc... i wanted the TMNT arcade1up but once it sold out, it never came back lol. It's for the best, i hear these are pretty flimsy for adults over time. They look baller but a lil too small and cheap imo.

[@dhgbfhhhg8d412]

Excellent vid! So far the Sega Golden Axe cabinet is my favorite Arcade1up.

[@flintmarko1210]

Thanks man. Great video. Already had the gates but the springs really make the difference

[@johnnycompton5374]

just installed that exact same bezel today using the soapy water method probably the best bezel on the market for mk

[@chucknorriss5452]

To save you even more money you can just take the preexisting springs and heat them with a torch. Let them cool (without flexing them) , and reinstall them.

[@misterkeebler]

If anything, I would go with a circle gate if you're a diehard American stick fan, but square is fine too. Octo....I would say that's for octo fans only. It's probably the worst option though and definitely not ideal for games like mortal kombat, let alone street fighter. Also, 4 pound spring is a LOT even for a battop where you are using more of your hand and therefore may more roughly use it. The default spring is probably fine. You'll just need to periodically change them depending on how often it's used...and by periodically I mean maybe every couple years if you are just a weekend warrior. A daily player would still be fine for a year or so at minimum. I very rarely have to change springs on my sticks.

[@Zoomy222]

I have two mame cabs myself. I can tell you that I've only seen 1up's in the store and while you might say that's equal to commercial use, they hadn't been out very long at that point and the sticks were super spongy. I would invest the $10 in springs for sure.

[@Ermano300]

Circle gate can give a close experience next to the HAPP joysticks found on Midway units, that’s for sure. As for the springs? The default spring in the A1Up is way too loose for my taste. Whether you want 1, 2 or 4 lbs springs, that’s up to preference.

[@mrzoo5753]

I just got my first machine and can’t thank you enough for this easy fix. I’m going to be depending on you a lot in the future.lol

[@merlingt1]

For the $300, could they not make this improvement themselves before selling them?

[@b.o.353]

Why you’re not at 100k is beyond me. Great video.

[@ritualdelo]

Nice comprehensive easy video thx bud

[@wutsit2uman]

Thanks for the detailed instructions. I did the gates and springs mod. on my MK cabinet joysticks and it functions flawlessly! One thing to note is, the gates will not fit on the stock joysticks on my Street Fighter cabinet. However, I was able to use the 4Ib springs without the gates . Is that OK?I didn’t notice any difference...Cheers!

[@shakezoola1114]

For the first minute I'm thinking "Where do I know that music from?" Took my headphones off and got further in my head to the sort of beat drop part. Then I felt really stupid.

[@TotalMK]

"It contains the entire move set for all Mortal Kombat Kharacters" Actually, it doesn't. MK2 Shang Tsung and MK3 Shang Tsung are missing all the morph moves. Example: MK2 Shang Tsung Morphs: Liu Kang: b,b,f,LP Kung Lao: b,d,b,HK Cage: b,b,d,lp Reptile: u,d,hp Sub-Zero: f,d,f,hp Kitana: bl,bl,bl Jax: d,b,f,hk Mileena: hold HP 3 seconds Baraka: d,d,lk Scorpion: u,u Raiden: b,d,f,lk

[@FatLadyKiller]

I noticed that too. Also doesn't list any combos from part 3

[@cjgarner07]

Thanks for the tip! I just ordered both gates and springs. My bezel should be arriving today! Happy camper. Can't wait to feel the difference in controls.

[@alang702]

Jon Woke how do you like the mods

[@DarthPsAyTko]

Let me know when they come out with a Crime Fighters 1up. I like the green guy.

[@KenMasters.]

What would be better: Crime Fighters, Crime Fighters 2/Vendetta and Sunset Riders in one.

[@greenmetalbox1719]

OP should have a disclaimer that the listed gates do not fit on the wave one SF2 cab.

[@bsmoov83]

Great video man, I’ll definitely be doing this to mine

[@TumoFiji]

Very strongly considering doing this but was hoping you or someone could confirm that these joystick upgrades with these exact parts is compatible with the MK 12in1 model? Thanks!

[@TumoFiji]

Just got and installed both the octagonal gate and springs in my Midway Classics MK 12-in-1. Controls are much improved, more consistent, and fluid. I can now defeat MK2 and UMK3! Thank you!

[@timmiller8324]

The factory spring on my 2P side is already worn out after about a week of regular use. I have 3 and 4 lb springs & new gates on the way. I hope they last longer. =P

[@scottsoltani3203]

I have done the springs on everything. I don’t have a mortal kombat yet but I have gates and springs just Incase. I got the parts from amazon.

[@dirty029]

awesome upgrade thanks man just did mine last night works great thanks again

[@seandriscoll3762]

When I had a real MKII cabinet, I swapped out the control stick springs with "Pro Springs" Unfortunalty I don't recall the specs of the spring. It was definitely heavier than stock springs. How do you think these upgraded 4.lbs springs compare to the stock MK Midway arcade stick springs. Would you say they seem equal in this smaller size or lighter?

[@84Punkmonkey]

Thanks for making this video.After making the gate/spring adjustments, my Mortal Kombat cab plays way better!

[@Italianboy225]

Thank you for this! Gonna hold off on the vinyl for now but I just ordered the springs and gates for MK. Definitely will solve the Pac-Man joystick issues I've been having as well. It was fine when I got it but after playing it so much, it started to get a little unresponsive. UPDATE: Did the modifications with the springs and the gates (links in your description) and I gotta say. It makes all the difference!!! Added the spring in the Pac-Man machine and it makes everything so much more responsive now. I am quite pleased! :-)

[@blobflop6703]

Did you use 4lb springs?

[@Italianboy225]

Yes I did. 😊

[@angeldiaz576]

I just recently got the countercade version of the Mortal Kombat cabinet a couple weeks ago and wondering if I should try this 🤔

[@fabiancarta]

These are actually great tips, mate! Thanks!

[@toobrown2toastgamesvr]

You make that look easy I'm terrible at putting stickers on without having air bumps or wrinkling it.

[@denverwood5290]

Use soapy water

[@2007suprasport]

Definitely the springs is awesome! Not sure about the fatality list around the bezel. :0)

[@se7enBC1]

This is a great vid! I will doing exactly these mods!!

[@GemMintCollectibles]

bezel doesnt have the UMK3 combos? I'm out

[@Restalgia]

The bezel has moves for all 3 games

[@luxuryhomes8889]

looks like a fun upgrade to do.

[@ThomasGrillo]

Thanks for sharing this tutorial. I think my favorite, so far, is the Atari 12 in 1. I installed the Glen's Retro show spinner, and am awaiting the GRS trackball to become available on Amazon. :)

[@Restalgia]

so far my favorite is the final fight cabinet. I have a review video coming out in the next few days

[@ThomasGrillo]

Cool. I look forward to it. :)

[@loudlament1657]

Cracks me up how low these cabinets are to the ground haha.

[@TakumiBunta86]

I have to say my favorite arcade 1up cabinet is the Mortal Kombat, Street Fighter II & Marvel Super Heroes.

[@brotha1984]

Man I'm gonna keep it real I just installed those octagonal gates on the stock joystick had to put back the square gates I couldn't get the fighter to jump back as easily with the squares gates octagonal might work better with a sanwa stick or Hap not with arcade1up stock stick

[@Bng210]

Awesome video Bro!

[@Restalgia]

What mods have you guys done to your cabinets? Let me know below!

[@Fulthrotle73]

With 2 teenagers, a mortgage and a wife, i havent been able to get one yet :(

[@Restalgia]

@Growing 3D Perspective I love that! haha nice work man! Which cabinet did you modify? Raspberry pi?

[@Restalgia]

@@Fulthrotle73 Thats okay brother, just keep working away at it! Check your local craigslist/kijiji. Ive seen some of them selling for really good prices locally

[@Fulthrotle73]

@@Restalgia heck ya, one day. Would really love a streetfighter alpha 2 cab!

[@EdBriceFi]

I don't have none cabinets :( just my PSC with my Hori RAP 4 arcade stick.....feels bad, man....lol

[@kdj29]

wow! great! the only mods ive done are light up marquee's from This Ability. (on 2 partycades and 1 barcade) i might do this one for my mortal kombat legacy, xmen vs sf and sf 2 legacy.

[@HalloweenStalker666]

good to know for the joy stick springs

[@JrLee-wh2vd]

Awesome Video and Upgrades.

[@CollaborationNation]

Hi, can I send you some bat tops for your SF2 and Final Fight cabinets to review? If you have more cabinets, I can send you more. Thanks!

[@Restalgia]

Hey man, send me an email or reach me on facebook and we can chat.

[@CollaborationNation]

@@Restalgia I will email you soon regarding A1up accessories, thanks!

[@vodkagobalsky]

Octo gates? Are you serious? The stick and buttons are cheap on those things. You're better off replacing them with Sanwas or seimitsus.

[@Suppression345]

Sanwa buttons and joysticks are the best.

[@AvnerRosenstein-ULTRA-LXV]

There's a spring upgrade for Alvatron 6lb springs on Amazon. Are you seller of these? The reason I ask is because the pictures they use on Amazon for installation look exactly like they were taken from this very video lol. Even the needle nose pliers look the same!

[@yuhjeice7186]

It would be cool if they had interchangeable art so if you wanted umk3 art you would switch it to the umk3 art!

[@ice_n_sticks3431]

Unfortunately the bezel graphic is no longer available

[@Rezolution01]

Why did you need to remove the joystick acrylic cover and joystick knobs to replace the springs and gates?

[@Tooloud4Public]

Where is the details on the Button Upgrades you mentioned brotha?

[@KawaiiKittyKat79]

This will be good for the Marvel fighting game coming out also. Very nice video, I gave it a like.

[@temoesparza6039]

Would it be necessary for the Marvel special edition model?

[@tooshort617]

Temo Esparza yea I am gonna do the 4lb spring I have the special edition model controls are good feel like the stick course use some tightening

[@temoesparza6039]

Nice

[@OneMeanDragon]

that screen graphic came on later arcade machines, at least it did in this area lol

[@AmosHumphrey-d7x]

I have the head to head one. Will this work for my cabinet

[@usasupra23]

This is awesome!! What other mods for this exact machine? Any lights or speakers?

[@MrKiet76]

Note: upgrade at your own risk! I'm not responsible for any broken parts as well as game not functioning properly or even injuries during the process!

[@B1oodshot27]

I just ordered the Anniversary cabinet...has 1up improved the springs since this video was made? Also, can I just change the springs, or must you change the gate as well? Thank you

[@Classicgamershq]

nice.......keep up these budget mod videos.

[@MoviesMarkLoves]

The screws are all the same size but that 1 doesnt go in flush

[@daviduriarte3399]

Is the process to replace the springs in Pac Man pretty much the same?

[@Restalgia]

Yep, the same

[@jetplane3396]

Street fighter arcade 1 up is my favorite

[@Restalgia]

Street Fighter was my favourite, but then I got the Final Fight Cabinet and was really surprised by how much I loved that one. It quickly became my favourite. Ive got a review video coming for that next week!

[@jetplane3396]

@@Restalgia sweet I'll be waiting for that video to show up so I can watch it plus give it a like for you

[@KenMasters.]

Street Fighter II you mean?

[@maiircos]

The new Costco Cabinets have upgraded springs ??

[@mr.b9816]

Nice!!! Thank you!! Great video!!

[@JFLunch]

Square gate 4 lyfe 😎

[@nickgerula]

Would you recommend doing this for all your cabinets? Like this is a fighting fast paced game vs pac man/dig dug etc..... I also seen your other video where you recommend replacing the whole button/stick package.

[@Restalgia]

I would probably say yes on the springs across all cabinets but not the restrictor gates.

[@eunicecarver251]

Can you upgrade the basketball players in the up1 Arcade Machine?

[@KL-xg2ys]

Good video, I ordered extra for my street fighter cabinet the springs worked but the plastic piece didn't fit.

[@ogplayboy7778]

You find any that fit street fighter yet?

[@robertc4883]

Hey awesome upgrade but has 2 issues, the gate does not fit in my SF2 cab and when I put my Final Fight cab back together no more sound!

[@جيمرعربي]

Nice work pro 👏👏👍👍

[@retroreviews1278]

Some people online say 4 pound springs need so much pressure they are nearly tipping their cabinets off their risers!! I might go 2 pound instead.... Any thoughts??

[@Restalgia]

I've never heard or experience that. I think 4lb springs are perfect personally, but its all about personal preference

[@barryjohnson5288]

My plates were hard as hell to put on, and the springs were even worse!

[@afterglow-podcast]

Will these same parts also work for the Street Fighter machine?

[@ogplayboy7778]

That's what I'm wondering. I have trouble using Ken or Ryu with the r way gates.

[@ConsoleKits]

My favorite Arcade1up cabinet is Pac-Man.

[@stever8110]

Pro video, nice job.