hizzy Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Hi, I was thinking it would be cool to compile a list of tools that should be in the toolbox of an Atari enthusiast/repair person. Do people use or need plastic pry tools to open the console case or the joysticks? Is there a brand of soldering iron that people prefer? What do you keep around to give your Atari some preventive maintenance & TLC? Thanks! h 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiddlepaddle Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Nintendo security bit Sega security bit long shaft phillips screwdriver long shaft flat screwdriver tweezers box cutter pocket knife toilet paper assorted shop towels and cotton rags Goo Gone 99% alcohol Windex Caig Progold Caig Deoxit an assortment of erasers Qtips Bright flashlight Soldering iron and related stuff Brawny Easy Eraser assorted extra parts favorite drink, music, and available snacks 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keatah Posted November 28, 2015 Share Posted November 28, 2015 (edited) ..additionally: IC Puller Plastic pry bars DMM sandpaper computer repair toolkit (basic hand tools) soldering and desoldering equipment various adhesives, superglue, epoxy, hot-melt glue clear tape electrical tape rosin core and silver solder armor-all silicone sealant plastic RF - ferrite adjustment tools precision screwdriver set flux and flux remover toothpicks various assorted pieces of wire aluminum foil Oscilloscope and LCR meter if you get into advanced repairs and mods. Edited November 28, 2015 by Keatah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0078265317 Posted November 28, 2015 Share Posted November 28, 2015 screw driver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hizzy Posted November 28, 2015 Author Share Posted November 28, 2015 This is great! Atari Age has such awesome info! Thanks for the advice. I'll be hitting up Canadian Tire this weekend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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