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Arcade Collecting => Miscellaneous Arcade Talk => Topic started by: Spyridon on December 13, 2007, 05:46:28 pm

Title: Gorf Joystick question
Post by: Spyridon on December 13, 2007, 05:46:28 pm

I'm trying to figure out what I need to take the joystick apart.  According the the manual, it mentions a 1/8 tamper proof allen key.  Problem is I can't seem to locate one online (or at Lowes). 

Anyone know what/where would work to take the screws out?

Title: Re: Gorf Joystick question
Post by: Encryptor on December 13, 2007, 10:29:32 pm

Got a Harbor Freight near you? If so you can get either of these.

http://www.harborfreightusa.com/usa/itemdisplay/displayItem.do?itemid=93388&CategoryName=&SubCategoryName=

http://www.harborfreightusa.com/usa/itemdisplay/displayItem.do?itemid=91310&CategoryName=&SubCategoryName=



Encryptor

Title: Re: Gorf Joystick question
Post by: Angry_Radish on December 14, 2007, 11:37:33 am

you need a security hex bit, be sure you don't get a torx

http://www.therealbobroberts.net/hexbits.jpg

Title: Re: Gorf Joystick question
Post by: Spyridon on December 14, 2007, 01:36:24 pm

Quote from: Encryptor on December 13, 2007, 10:29:32 pm

Got a Harbor Freight near you?

Perfect.  I'm heading there tonight.  Thanks for the info.

Title: Re: Gorf Joystick question
Post by: Spyridon on December 15, 2007, 07:05:15 pm

Picked up the full 100 piece security bit set at Harbor Freight for only $9.99.  1/8 bit worked like a charm.  I can now replace the bulbs in the joystick.

Title: Re: Gorf Joystick question
Post by: Encryptor on December 15, 2007, 11:02:27 pm

Good deal! Glad I could help. I got the same set to take apart Tron joysticks. They use the same screws. If you're looking to replace any with new you can get ones for a Happ joystick from divemaster. Take care.

Encryptor