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Preparing your Gameboy shell is relatively easy and requires few tools. I would recommend having at hand...
- Snips
- Small drill bit (2mm)
- Stepped drill bit (Up to 11mm minimum)
- Sharp Craft knife (Recommended)
- Scotchbrite (Recommended)
- Crosshead screwdriver
Step 1.
Remove the cartridge guard
Step 2.
Remove the two posts shown in the photo
Step 3.
Remove the battery springs
Step 4.
Remove these posts from around the LCD including the raised plastic surrounding the POWER led
Step 5.
Remove the post next to the buttons
Step 6.
Place the Button Bracket / Drill Guide into your shell
Step 7.
Using a small drill bit, drill a pilot hole
Step 8.
Using a stepped drill-bit enlarge the hole to 11mm. Go slow for a better and more accurate finish
Step 9.
Use a sharp knife to remove any excess plastic and to smooth / soften the edge
I sometimes use ScotchBrite to further "sand" the edges to soften them
