FULL RESTORATION OF PC ENGINE GT/TURBOEXPRESS | Replace All Capacitors and Deep Clean | Retro Renew

In today's episode of Retro Renew, I will perform a full restoration on one of my PC Engine GTs that I recently bought from Japan. I will replace all the electrolytic capacitors and do a deep clean of the console to bring back its original luster!

So here's what you will find in this video:
► 0:00 Intro
► 1:09 Restoration/Refurb Intro
► 2:24 Parts Needed
► 2:47 Restoration of the PC Engine GT/TurboExpress
► 15:12 Restoration Overview and Improvements
► 17:10 Conclusion

Items Needed for Mod:
-PC Engine GT/TurboExpress Capacitor Kit: https://console5.com/store/nec-turboe...

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DISCLAIMER: This video is only for entertainment purposes. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of tools, equipment, or from the information in this video is the sole responsibility of the viewer and is to be used at the discretion of the end user/viewer and not Macho Nacho Productions or Tito Perez. If you are uncertain about any step of the process or feel unsure about your skill level, seek a more authoritative source.