My PS2 is broken...

[BuMMiE]

I know what the problem is though. I was wondering if anyone can help me out. All that I need is the "ribbon" (not sure if that's what it's called) that connects the disc drive to the system. One of the teeth on the ribbon chipped off. Does anyone know how I can rectify the problem or where I can buy it or if anyone is willing to help me out? Thanks guys.

 

[SunnyD]

How does one "chip a tooth" on a ribbon cable unless they were unplugging/replugging it - in this case probably modding your PS2?

Just curious.

 

[oniq]

I'll sell you one for $179.99

 

[Pepsi90919]

what do you mean 'chip a tooth' on a ribbon cable.

 

[Monel Funkawitz]

He peeled off the foil pad when he jammed it in the socket.

Use either Circuit repair pen

or a windshield defogger repair goop thingy.

 

[BuMMiE]

Originally posted by: SunnyD
How does one "chip a tooth" on a ribbon cable unless they were unplugging/replugging it - in this case probably modding your PS2?

Just curious.

I opened my PS2 up because the laser was having trouble moving up and down (which caused the PS2 to crash every 10 minutes due to inability to read the disc properly). So I oiled up the area which allows the laser to move, and the ribbon came loose. I guess I put it in the wrong way because it wouldn't work. So when I took it back out, one of the teeth were chipped and wouldn't allow the ps2 to read any of the data on the discs. I was just careless made a dumb mistake.

 

[Antisocial Virge]

You mean the foil cable that connects the reset/power switch to the case? If so thats a common problem and I have seen just the cable for sale on some sites.

 

[BuMMiE]

Originally posted by: Monel Funkawitz
He peeled off the foil pad when he jammed it in the socket.

Use either Circuit repair pen

or a windshield defogger repair goop thingy.

How much do one of these pens go for? And is it fine & precise enough to repair a chipped tooth? Thanks

 

[BuMMiE]

Originally posted by: Antisocial-Virge
You mean the foil cable that connects the reset/power switch to the case? If so thats a common problem and I have seen just the cable for sale on some sites.

Not that foil cable...it's a plastic cable that connects the disc drive to the system itself. The only problem with the cable is that the connector has a broken "tooth" (I apologize for my incorrect use of terms).

 

[labgeek]

You mean this -

http://www.richspsxparts.com/lasercab.html

Playstation 2 Laser Cable - This cable connects the laser unit to the system board. This cable works with all Playstation 2 lasers. See illustration above for the cable that this replaces.

Price Each: $6.95

First Class Shipping: Free


Or do you mean the DVD drive cable?
http://www.richspsxparts.com/psx2.html

 

[BuMMiE]

Originally posted by: oniq
I'll sell you one for $179.99

Sounds tempting...but I'll have to pass. I found a deal that is 96% cheaper than yours

 

[labgeek]

Originally posted by: BuMMiE

Originally posted by: oniq
I'll sell you one for $179.99

Sounds tempting...but I'll have to pass. I found a deal that is 96% cheaper than yours

Did you find it right there immediately above your post?


You're welcome.

 

[BuMMiE]

Originally posted by: labgeek

Originally posted by: BuMMiE

Originally posted by: oniq
I'll sell you one for $179.99

Sounds tempting...but I'll have to pass. I found a deal that is 96% cheaper than yours

Did you find it right there immediately above your post?


You're welcome.

Actually I googled it, ordered it and posted it. I didn't see your post until after, but your research is MUCH appreciated because I got pretty lucky to run across that site. Anyways, thanks a lot labgeek.