How do you un-stick those little dust shield things at the end of the cart?

[2600lover]

You all know what Im talking about right? The little door thing that goes back and forth when you stick it in the console? I think its a dust shield , anyway, I have a few that are stuck down, have any of you guys came up with a way to fix the problem? THANKS in advance!!

[2600lover]

No one?

[jbanes]

You all know what Im talking about right? The little door thing that goes back and forth when you stick it in the console? I think its a dust shield , anyway, I have a few that are stuck down, have any of you guys came up with a way to fix the problem? THANKS in advance!!

I usually just tap it against something. If that doesn't work, then I take a blunt instrument of some sort and poke at it until it's loose.

 

Just so you know, having it stuck isn't a big deal. The cart should still operate properly. It just isn't as well guarded against dust.

[Flojomojo]

Agreed. Percussive maintenance. Smack the $hit out of it.

[Mr. Postman]

Just so you know, having it stuck isn't a big deal. The cart should still operate properly. It just isn't as well guarded against dust.

 

No, it won't operate properly. If the dust sheild is stuck all the way up, the two prongs on the cartridge won't open up the dust shield on your console. (Well, it won't on my console )

 

Usually firmly holding the cartridge in your hand, smack it dust shield side down into the palm of your other hand. Best of luck.

Edited July 26, 2006 by ResOGlas

[Lucky Man]

I'm not sure if it's completely safe, but I usually spray some silicone lubricant on a q-tip and wipe it around the open end of the cartridge. It's not oily and doesn't attract dust, but it's super slippery and gets those dust covers moving in no time. I've also used it on the cartridges that have spring-loaded pegs. When those are stuck, you can't insert it in the console either.

[shadow460]

Agreed. Percussive maintenance. Smack the $hit out of it.

 

Make sure you have Charmin on hand to clean up the mess. If you don't, then smack it just a little softer.

[Shawn]

Use a flat head screwdriver on the end openings (not the middle) and that should do the trick quite well.

[jbanes]

No, it won't operate properly. If the dust sheild is stuck all the way up, the two prongs on the cartridge won't open up the dust shield on your console. (Well, it won't on my console )

Does this mean that (for a change) I actually get bonus points for having a 7800?

[2600lover]

Alright thanks guys!! I will give it a shot whn I get back home today.