This N64 Zelda Game was LIQUID DAMAGED - Let's Try to Save it!

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This N64 Zelda Game was LIQUID DAMAGED - Let's Try to Save it! A viewer sent me this Zelda Ocarina of Time Nintendo 64 game because they were hoping I could fix it and get it working again. The outside of the game looked pretty good but the inside was a different sorry. So much liquid damag! But you know I like a challenge.
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[@Cutlerms]

As a cancer survivor, best of luck to you man. Chemo kicked my butt and I couldn't even get out of bed at times. The fact that you are still up and doing things, good on you man.

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks! I've been surprised at how much I can still do but some days definitely are hard. Congrats on surviving it!

[@Tedybear315]

Also a cancer survivor here- Had to do radiation treatments. Just take it day by day and you've got this!!

[@Exibita]

@@BlueFlyer21 Funny how you attempt to drag politics into this conversation. And by funny I mean sad

[@6ftS]

my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer 12 years ago. They did chemo and gave her 6 months to live. 12 years later and she is still going strong. It wasnt so much the treatments as it was the attitude and mindset that kept her positive and exercising through the toughest times. Positive energy, and love from Cape Town SA.

[@StormsparkPegasus]

I was diagnosed with renal cell carcinoma 2 years ago. My right kidney was almost the size of a yellow squash and I had to have emergency surgery. Fortunately, it didn't spread that much, but it did spread to a couple spots in my lungs and ribs. The medication I'm on is called cabozantinib, it's not exactly chemo but it does have some side effects (although not as much). It prevents new small blood vessels from growing, which does have side effects of severely reduced energy, slower wound healing, etc, but it disproportionally affects cancer cells. The only symptoms I had leading up to it were fever, cough, and acid reflux...my doctor thought it was covid until every test came back negative, and they did a CT to find out what it was. I really should've died, somehow didn't...only because I was in very good health right before. I only recovered to maybe 60% of where I was, and I look and feel 20 years older overnight. They did a bunch of tests and it's genetic, I've been a ticking time bomb all my life. I have a mutation that causes both leiomyoma (benign arm bumps - which my mother and grandfather also had), and kidney cancer. It's pretty much 100% and usually happens in your 20's or 30's. I lasted until 49...51 now. This will eventually be terminal, but there's no way to tell how much time I have left. I went from looking and feeling 30, to looking and feeling my age overnight.

[@pinoykidforlife]

Lymphoma survivor here Steve. Just try your best to remain positive as possible, embrace the journey, do what you love, and just smile. Good luck 👍

[@Tronicsfix]

Glad you survived it! Definitely not a fun process but so far it's been manageable.

[@RedFaceeee]

@@TronicsfixYou are an inspiration to everyone Steve

[@sheilaolfieway1885]

I betcha i looked worse :P

[@chadstruzynski]

Cancer survivor here, fight the good fight sir, you can beat this! ❤

[@StickFiguresMaster]

@@Tronicsfixeat some grapes, strawberries but in some vanilla ice cream, some people have eaten that for a good snack (it won’t with the Lymphoma but its healthier then going towards your junk food candy aisles in stores :P

[@LucasFCardoso100]

I couldn’t help but remember a line from the very first video I saw on this channel. Referring to a board repair: "This is not pretty, but it doesn’t need to be, just like my haircut." Steve, your haircut was never pretty, balding isn’t necessarily better, but it represents something much more important for all of us: your fight against this cancer. We are all here waiting to celebrate together your imminent victory!

[@Yore0]

I was diagnosed with cancer (and obviously beat it) nearly 30 years ago. Keep your chin up Steve. You got this!

[@Defensive_Wounds]

You are lucky, everyone I know who has had any sort of cancer and got treatment died within 5 years or so even when in remission.

[@Dylis]

@@Defensive_WoundsIf they didn't go past 5 years, they weren't in remission. That word is to lightly used these days, I have seen a number of people in "remission" then to just go into treatment again within a few years. Remission is used way to often when it is not the case!

[@BigRalphSmith]

Take heart that lymphoma is very treatable, Steve. Even the "severe" types. Hank Green has recently gone through this. I'm confident you will get through this.

[@micksterminator3]

My grandfather survived. They told him he wasn't gonna make it. He totally made it and lived til 86 or so

[@MsNovaris]

Now you look like a mad scientist. Great look! 😎 "I will fix it until it's broken!!!" *Cackles maniacly*

[@nhand42]

He's going for the jerryrigeverything look. Tronics is tronics and tronics breaks?

[@_jxxnin_]

We‘re so proud of you Steve! You teached so many people all around the world and saved more electronics than you can ever imagine.. You gave me the dream to repair consoles and entertainment electronics as a job someday. You helped so many people, you are the best teacher we could wish for. We will forever stand behind you and wish you the best, we all hope you get healthy as fast as possible and pray for your well being, mentally and phisically. We love u steve, thank you for keeping up with your incredible good content, it‘s my favorite stuff on KZbin that keeps me going everyday to do everything to get my dream job one day, you are my role model❤️

[@TommyT1aO]

Wishing you all the best from the bottom of my heart, Bro! You‘ll get through that!!! 💪🏼

[@_BELMONT_]

you look fantastic and dont let anyone tell you otherwise! you're very brave and we are all cheering for you!

[@Tronicsfix]

Thanks! I appreciate that

[@_BELMONT_]

you got this dude!@@Tronicsfix

[@andyfrey1612]

Here here! Go get em Steve!

[@thadofalltrades]

@@Tronicsfix yea being bald isn't a bad look on you

[@krzbrew]

You look pretty good. Hoping that you get through all of it.

[@TheDarthMushroom]

You ROCK that Bald look. Never be ashamed of who you are, you bring such joy to many viewers all the time. :)

[@Woad25]

How do we know it's really Steve and not just Agent 47 pretending to be Steve?!

[@jayceasar2661]

he has nothing to be ashamed of. clean shavin or bald is way better than sideburns,comb over,mullet or long hair.

[@heathoxley3181]

I have never had cancer but my family members have. I have never commented on your channel but the life you are showing in your videos is inspiring. I have learned so much from you and I want to say thank you for sharing your passion and love for this. I will be praying for you but I know you can conquer this.

[@billallen8396]

You got this man. The mission is life and you're not allowed to quit. Rooting for you.

[@Niov44]

I Hope you get well soon

[@Dylis]

Nothing but love out to you man, I am a fellow Cancer fighter (Brain) keep on trucking man! You have a ton of support behind you! Good luck and all the best!

[@bluebearyt12]

Awesome repair you did! But I wish you the best in the future days!

[@noahrodgers9129]

2:27 Had to watch that transition like 10 times XD

[@lbdjthethird1240]

Missed that. Good catch, it is pretty damn pleasing to the eyes.

[@TheMaddHatter84]

Best of luck with your treatment. I have really enjoyed watching your videos and learning how to improve my own ability to make repairs. Look forward to seeing many more

[@KillerOstrich]

Best of luck to you Steve. Treatments may be hard at times but you have all of us here and your loved ones support! We're rooting for you!

[@xsaxia2008]

You should release a tronicsfix brand skullcap so we can all rock it and support you together!

[@danielhulan3058]

Man, this zelda brings back memories of getting this game when i was like 12 years old for christmas. Steve youre in our thoughts. You have the support of 1.54 million fans. Thats a lot of people in your corner. Were rooting for you.

[@kman3974]

Love the videos my man. Glad you can still find the strength to keep making them. Good luck to you!! Sorry you have to deal with this.

[@slavspichenko7369]

You are the one that got me into fixing stuff! Hoping for the best for you. You for sure going to get through this. Best wishes from Portugal .

[@EEVOL]

Steve hoping for you and yours the best. Thank you for making awesome videos we all get to enjoy watching!

[@jtnoble321]

Best of luck on your fight Steve. My mom had Hodgkin's Lymphoma a few years back (luckily she's still here today). I remember the bald head wasn't the big issue, but when eyebrows started going, it was hard for her. We'll be here for ya haired or hairless! And thank you for saving my favorite game of all time!

[@Tronicsfix]

My eyebrows are still hanging in there so hopefully they stay...we'll see. Yes! Such a good game!

[@burstfire47]

I hope you get well soon

[@qcshawn]

Thank you for these fix-it videos Steve. Wishing you positive vibes and good luck on your chemo!

[@xSideraa]

I wish you and your family the best of luck in this time and hope that you get well soon! I’ve been watching your videos for years and you really inspired me to start doing some repairs myself on old game consoles, so thank you!

[@Enjoymentboy]

Steve...I had a melanoma removed 14 years ago. Scariest time of my life. I can understand what you're going through and I think you're doing the right thing. Being open and honest and just trying to carry on with your life without pretending there's nothing wrong. It's hard to accept but accepting the bad stuff makes it easier to push through. I got incredibly lucky in that it was all removed through a minor surgery and no further treatment was needed. Dr and oncologist both said it was caught as early as it possibly could have been... found by accident actually. Keep up doing what you're doing and don't be afraid to let people help you when you need it. Also please don't worry about disappointing any of us if you're not feeling up to putting it new content. I'm sure I speak for all your viewers when I say that we'd rather see you happy and healthy than just fixing stuff.

[@Otakulad]

Steve, you could do a masterclass on repairing tech. I would gladly pay to be taught by you. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@edoff85]

Hey! I've watched a ton of your videos and learnt so much. Inspiration for my own repairs. Wishing you the best and a full recovery! Sending some love from Sweden ❤

[@1nsanejochem]

Good luck man! I admire your positive spirit through all this!

[@Guilherme-xx3ow]

Get well soon, Steve. Bald Steve will be an Epic Steve!

[@Tronicsfix]

Ha, ha! Thanks

[@mexicalidude85]

3:45 mmmm, deep fried cartridge... *homer drool*

[@ThriftyToolShed]

Awesome save! Wishing you the best and Praying for you during your treatments!

[@dariodzimbeg]

My prayers are with you! Sending you lotsa love and good energy bro!

[@MarkColemanRules]

We're all rooting for you!!!! Keep fighting and you'll get through this!

[@LucaBlightOfHighland]

I love repair videos from desperate situations like this. PS. I honestly think shaved hair looks great on you, it gives you that mad scientist/tech nerd vibe that suits you perfectly, it's sexy!

[@visualglitch91]

You are pretty much the only reason I open KZbin and I'm always happy when there's a new vid. I'm rooting for you and wish you all the best, you deserve it.

[@Eshpn]

I wish you get well soon Steve! I appriciate your awesome vids. Thanks for doing the coolest repairs on YT! :)

[@Kangamoos]

That was such a great explanation of how to test the resistors, thanks!

[@mullinsjm1]

Praying for you Steve! Keep it up! You got this!

[@johngilley8859]

I hope you have a speedy recovery. Love your videos. Best wishes.

[@spamfiend]

Steve you're incredibly brave to share this story with us. Wishing you luck over the coming weeks

[@megaplayboy007]

Best wishes for you, and keep the good work. We will be always here for you man.

[@mr.charchar]

I hope you have a speedy recovery! I love your content 🫶

[@Shinquapin]

Glad you were able to save my favorite game of all time. Hope everything goes well for you Steve!

[@eliv.1033]

Awesome fix. Good luck with your treatment bro . May u have a speedy recovery...

[@supercurioTube]

That was very satisfying to watch with a great result ! My best wishes for your treatment and health also.

[@Hoot2k8]

Steve, you're a legend brother. You got this battle in hand with an entire army behind you. As a fellow aerodynamic follically challenged man, just think of how much faster you're going to be now :) Pulling for you brother

[@babel116]

God speed brother! I just lost a family member who fought pancreatic cancer to a draw. Keep kicking ass sir!

[@sir_i.p.freely3757]

That’s a beautiful restoration video man love the detailed step by step instructions I hope you get well soon

[@Rogue_Nine]

Good luck with your treatment. Your videos are always very informative and entertaining and I look forward to seeing them for years to come.

[@ericfournier3]

I'm very sorry to hear about your cancer. Your videos are amazing, and though I am a complete internet stranger, I wanted to wish you good luck.

[@robwisdom4521]

Stage 4 cancer survivor here. Many chemo sessions. My oncologist said the chemo killed all the bad stuff, but some of the good stuff too. My brother said "I knew you were too stubborn to die". Anyway, I know you'll beat it, because you seem just as stubborn as me😂. God bless you and take care...

[@TorMelkson]

Always learn a lot from your videos. All the best in your treatment and recovery.

[@michaelcasey5983]

Get well and I wish you further great strength steve🍀🍀🍀

[@seanbrent4245]

Steve you and your family are in my thoughts. Make sure to stay rested during all of this! Thank you for the great content and teaching me so much about all of this.

[@caiokenproductions]

Nice! I really like this new bold style, you remind me the Doctor Evil from Austin Powers, just glorious! If i were bold (actually im closer every day), i would like to look like a great character as Doctor Evil =D

[@Tronicsfix]

Lol, someone else said I looked like him too!

[@toobers1234]

Best of luck with your treatment! Love the videos

[@davemangamer7365]

One thing about chemo you don’t only lose the hair in your head. You lose all your hair you won’t have hair in your legs, eyelashes eyebrows nose hairs everything falls out my wife had breast cancer and got chemo and she lost all her hair everywhere.

[@loverofbigdookies]

Steve, best of luck with everything. Love your videos and hoping that you kick cancer's ass.

[@RyanMercer]

Dude, that's seen better days.

[@sainenko]

Remove the comma and the sentence still applies, lol. sorry not sorry.

[@fidizila]

Love your channel and work. For you, all love, hope and good vibes!

Wishing you all the bests on your recovery journey! It's great to see your spirit is unbroken, keep this up, we are cheering for you!

[@markg3506]

Steve, it's great how you remain positive knowing about the cancer.

[@t2d748]

This sucks to hear my dude. Rooting for you 💪

[@Alex-cq9el]

Get well and stay strong. Love your videos. You got this brother.

[@raybacon1022]

I hope that you’re all well. My grandson finished his chemo four months ago. God bless you and I hope everything work out good.

[@gregorydelaney2783]

Good luck with your treatment brother sending lots of love your way if I can't figure out how to do something your videos help me 90% of the time ❤

[@shahzadsk]

Best of luck with the treatment! Wish you a full and speedy recovery!❤

[@jamesproveaux8053]

Prayed for a quick and full recovery for you! Enjoy watching your videos.

[@hammersticks7138]

I love your videos. They’ve kept me entertained and help me get into tinkering and taking better care of my old electronics. I appreciate your videos and your great attitude

[@dunndnn1]

it will get better...ty for all your work on these repairs and prayers to you and your family

[@petfriendamy]

Happy to see you were able to save this one! That rust in the beginning was not encouraging, haha. Also, best of luck with the recovery!

[@charliehustle2591]

Best of luck and prayers for your treatment. 🙏🏻

[@alexis2408]

Hey man, wishing you a fast recovery. You can beat this and keep entertaining us with your great videos.

[@r100curtaincall]

Good luck with your treatment! As for the repair, i don’t think that it is rust. it actually looks like the battery burst.

[@falconmick]

Great video man! It’s awesome every time I see one of your videos come out

[@boddilyfluids]

i'm sorry to hear of your diagnosis, i'm cheering for you and hope you recover quickly

[@tibelchior]

My mother is a cancer survivor and I was beside her the whole treatment, driving her to every chemotherapy session. I remembered this time in your introduction, all the best for you man, I know you'll beat this!

[@snowdogg106]

Wow Sorry to hear about you condition Steave wish you the best for your fight with it

[@LordSeville]

I hope you get well as soon as possible man. Wish you luck on your journey 🙏

[@AdhamElWakeel]

Good luck and god bless Steve, wish you a full and easy recovery. You're awesome

[@westleybeck4152]

Hope all goes well with your treatment!! Stay strong!

[@b.o.4492]

Sorry to hear about your journey you’re now on. Love your content. Will be praying for you.

[@Flargenyargen]

All the best, my friend. You're a constant inspiration and in the face of this hardship, even more so. Love what you do.

[@ryanmartie1244]

Godspeed brother. Hoping for the best outcome possible. Major props to you to keep on keepin on! Looking forwrad to future vids!

[@zybare]

Love you channel and content, and you are awesome. You got THIS!!

[@randolph5401]

Steve you are an awesome dude! After coming home from work I really enjoy watching your videos. It helps me chillax .

[@ferry9635]

Stay Strong and take care... good luck to you and your family, hope to see 1000's more of your vids the coming years.

[@dockvada]

May you heal well, brother. I love watching your videos all the time. Having you in this world makes it a great place to be. 🙏 ❤️

[@OmegaRxNeo]

You have fans across the world Steve, I'm from Brazil. Me and my friends love your videos we are here to wish you the best, stay strong and have in your mind that this fight you already win. We are praying for you soon be recovered and well.cheers from Brazil.

[@Chirgio]

Been a fan for several years. I love your videos and your repair work. You look great man! Hope you get better soon. Keep it up!

[@Wizzy0037]

Wishing you the best of luck with your treatment, thanks for sharing

[@neodedude6657]

Ohw wouw crazy stuff bro good luck to you. Watch your repair videos alot.

[@dennis_more]

Hi man I love your video's. Good luck with the treatment and get well soon!

[@soulismissing]

Get well. I love your videos, I use them for relaxation therapy. You are the best.

[@kennylender7252]

Praying for you man, your a tough kat i believe in you you can get through it!

[@FuzeTheWholeTeam]

hope you get better bro we love you and your content man

[@jonathanfernandez9804]

Good luck Steve, my best wishes for you man 🙌

[@davidbigley7018]

I'm sorry to hear about the diagnosis, but I'm glad to see you are not letting it stop you from doing what you love. My wife is a cancer survivor as well. She had Thyroid cancer. Had to have the Thyroid completely removed. Wish you a speedy recovery.