Remove ColecoVision front faceplate

[r3tr0g4m3r]

How do you remove the front faceplate without mangling or damaging it? I need to open up the console for some TLC. I've attempted to open it without removing the faceplate, but I don't want to force it and risk breaking something. How do I re-attach the faceplate to look like it was never removed?

 

Please advise, thanks!

[+opcode]

How do you remove the front faceplate without mangling or damaging it? I need to open up the console for some TLC. I've attempted to open it without removing the faceplate, but I don't want to force it and risk breaking something. How do I re-attach the faceplate to look like it was never removed?

 

Please advise, thanks!

 

You don't need to remove the faceplace to open the console. Search for the service manual online. I think it shows how to open the CV.

[r3tr0g4m3r]

Found some good stuff here:

http://www.colecovisionzone.com/page/coleco%20industries/internal.html

 

Thanks!!!

[+evg2000]

You might want to look here:

http://www.theadamresource.com/manuals/#mod

search for A Guide to Disassembling the Colecovision

[r3tr0g4m3r]

You might want to look here:

http://www.theadamresource.com/manuals/#mod

search for A Guide to Disassembling the Colecovision

 

That's a great resource as well, thanks for sharing!

[VectorGamer]

It's a pain in the butt...I've read it a hundred times and opened up a dozen or so ColecoVisions and it's still a struggle!

[r3tr0g4m3r]

I didn't find it that hard to disassemble and reassemble, but perhaps I just got lucky this time?

 

A little WD40 sprayed in the power switch resurrected my CV for now. I just have to test out all the other stuff I got in the box 'o stuff. Then, I'll decide to go further with any mods.

 

Thanks again for everyone's help!

[NIAD]

I didn't find it that hard to disassemble and reassemble, but perhaps I just got lucky this time?

 

A little WD40 sprayed in the power switch resurrected my CV for now. I just have to test out all the other stuff I got in the box 'o stuff. Then, I'll decide to go further with any mods.

 

Thanks again for everyone's help!

WD40 is just a quick fix and actually not a very good lubricant to use on the Power Switch. The best method is to desolder the switch completely from the PCB and clean everything up, re-lubricate the switch with de-electric grease (auto shops in your area should have this) and then resolder back into place.

 

Here's a link to an older thread with a lot of tremendous How-Tos...

 

http://www.atariage.com/forums/topic/163446-diy-modifications-for-colecovision/page__p__2018922#entry2018922

[r3tr0g4m3r]

Thank you. I suspected as much, but then again I just acquired this CV and needed to get it up running quickly to check it out. I think I got lucky! This CV seems to be in real good shape.

 

Has anyone done this power switch mod for a more permanent fix?

http://callanbrown.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=61:colecovision-power-switch-upgrade&catid=36:home-console-projects&Itemid=61

 

I'd prefer a switch that is completely black, though.

 

But is a power switch mod really necessary if the original switch is rebuilt? How long is a rebuilt switch expected to last? Another 30 years?

[SlowCoder]

Check my signature for disassembly instructions also.

[Yurkie]

Thank you. I suspected as much, but then again I just acquired this CV and needed to get it up running quickly to check it out. I think I got lucky! This CV seems to be in real good shape.

 

Has anyone done this power switch mod for a more permanent fix?

http://callanbrown.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=61:colecovision-power-switch-upgrade&catid=36:home-console-projects&Itemid=61

 

I'd prefer a switch that is completely black, though.

 

But is a power switch mod really necessary if the original switch is rebuilt? How long is a rebuilt switch expected to last? Another 30 years?

 

 

If I rebuild your switch it should work perfect for years.

 

There really is no need to replace the switch.