Repair KIT for Original 8 Bit NES Nintendo Controllers

My son has discovered the joys of my original Nintendo, but my controllers were showing a lot of wear, the buttons were dirty and very loose/non-responsive and it made playing difficult. I couldn't bring myself to pitch them since they were original to the system, plus most of the reviews I've read of the compatible third party controllers seem to be very poor, so I decided to try to repair the ones I have.Taking the controller apart is simple, and its pretty self explanatory where these rubber pieces go. You can have the rubber backings replaced and the controller reassembled in under 10 minutes.After installing the new backings the A and B buttons now have a snappy 'click' to them when pressed, and the D-pad works just fine. I'm pleased with this kit as it breathes new life back into a 30 year old game system at fraction of the cost of new third party controllers. $ well spent.

I bought this repair kit to replace my old controller that was a complete mangled mess from years of tecmo bowl and super mario bros. The B and A buttons barely worked; the buttons would not 'pop' back up into position. The D pad and start/select buttons were OK; I don't think they took quite as much abuse as the B and A buttons.After looking at many 3rd party replacement options, I decided to first try and fix it, which led me to this product.Taking the controller apart was easy, and the replacement buttons fit fine on the pad. It was very easy to do; one need not be a hobbyist to use this repair kit.After replacing the old buttons, I screwed the controller back together, excited about how a 'new' NES controller would feel in my hand. And it felt - good. Definitely not brand new. The B button still had a little bit of a sag in it, but it was definitely more responsive and easier to push. The A button looked better and was in its original position. The start and select buttons were awful; I put the old ones back in as they seemed to work better.In all, I'm glad I bought this product and repaired my old controller. I will buy another one for my second controller. I guess I just wasn't wowed. And while the new buttons are far better than what was, it was not like the Nnintendo Genie came and got me brand new controller

Exactly as described. Fits well, no problems. Recommended.

I figured this wouldn't make the controller feel quite the same as Nintendo factory new, but I think it did, I only used the D-PAD part though.

They are way better than the original

Definitely a must buy if you play your NES.I bought two of these kits to fix my worn out NES controllers. For sentimental reasons I didn't want to throw them away and buy new ones, so I've been taking them apart and cleaning them with alcohol every few years with declining results each time. These definitely did the trick. The parts they replaced didn't look very worn, but I guess two decades of use reduced their conductivity.If you have an NES and a collection of games you like to play, go ahead and buy one of these kits for every controller you have because they're going to wear out sometime. After trying these myself I'm going to get a couple more kits for any additional controllers I might pick up in the future.Additional Thoughts:Your old controllers aren't going to feel like new just by replacing the pads because the contacts on the circuit board are slowly being worn out as well. No system is perfect, but these will make them feel a darn sight better than they were.

Doesn't seem to register as well as the original carbon pads.

BEFORE:My NES controller's D-pad was very clicky and responsive; each individual direction had the right amount of tactile feedback, but moving diagonally was incredibly difficult and inconsistent. The A and B buttons felt fine, but it seemed like hitting B worked only 75% of the time.AFTER:I replaced the D-pad and A & B buttons. The D-pad no longer feels clicky, it feels "smushier," for lack of a better word. When I press up, for example, it doesn't feel like the D-pad button goes all the way down, and it feels kind of like I'm moving the entire D-pad along with it. That being said, despite the different feeling, movement is now incredibly precise, and moving diagonal is a breeze just as it should be. Playing a fast-paced game like Contra, my guy always moved exactly how I wanted him to move, and shot in the direction I always wanted him to shoot. The A and B buttons now have a satisfying click-feel to them, and they work just as well as movement does.SUMMARY (4.5/5):Although the D-pad felt different, I didn't mind since, you know, it was totally broken before. I can't compare to the original because I never got a NES brand-new, but this is a cheap and easy solution for those who want to keep their OEM controllers, and to save you the trouble of buying another controller that'll potentially have problems.REFURBISHING YOUR CONTROLLER/HOW TO:Are your buttons sticky or non-responsive? Before you buy this, try disassembling and cleaning it first:1. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the six screws on the back of the controller.2. Lift the back cover of the controller off.3. Move the wire out of the way and lift the circuit board out of the controller. It's not screwed on or anything, just sitting in place.4. You'll see the guts of the controller here, namely the rubber pads. If they're ripped or torn, you'll need to replace them. If they're exeedingly dirty, soak them in warm soapy water and use a toothbrush to clean off any grime. Do the same for the rubber start/select buttons and the plastic A & B buttons. Make sure everything gets a chance to dry completely!5. Use some extra-fine or fine sandpaper to clean off any deposits or grime off the circuit board, especially where the rubber pads make contact. If there isn't any obvious build-up, then I'd leave it alone.6. Put the controller back together-- put the plastic buttons back where they belong, put the rubber pads back on top of them, put the circuit board back on top of those, move the wire back in its place (just like it looked when you opened the controller), and screw everything back on.7. Try again. If your control problems are still exactly the same, then it's time to replace the rubber pads. Even if your old pads were clean and weren't torn, they can still be worn out. The repair kit pads have a very fine criss-cross texture where they make contact with the circuit board, which makes all the difference in the world. Your old pads may've worn completely smooth. This is especially pernicious on diagonals.