DKOldies now finally details their refurbishment process on the website :
REFURBISH & INSPECTION PROCESS
DKOldies evolves this refurbish and inspection process regularly based on customer feedback and will continue to modify this process as time goes on.
Consoles
For every console to be considered in working order the following must apply:
Multiple different games ranging in duration must work without issue on the first or second try.
All controller and accessory ports must work.
Power button/switch turns the console on and off.
The TV port must display video and audio using a modern flat screen TV display.
Reset button restarts the console.*
*Acceptable condition N64, Genesis, NES, SNES reset buttons may not function.
Every console goes through all steps of our detailed cleaning process listed below.
Opened exposing the inner components of the console and dirt or debris inside of the console and inside the lid is blown out using air compressors.
If there is anything that cannot be blown out, the inside of the console is cleaned by hand. Rust, discoloration and visual deficiencies not included.
Consoles that have been previously repaired by DKOldies will be opened to the motherboard and all the components recleaned.
All consoles that are deemed as not functioning and go through our repair process are opened in order to troubleshoot and repair each component that is causing the console to not be functioning in its playable state. Once the console is repaired and is considered functioning, all components are assembled and will go back through the DKOldies’ testing process.
The exterior shell of a unit that protects the inner components is cleaned from all residue, dirt, debris, sticky substances, and foreign objects. Rust, discoloration and visual deficiencies not included.
Any screws removed from the console during any of DKOldies’ repair processes are reinstalled and screws deemed non vital may be repositioned or not used for internal auditing purposes.
If the console does not work, repairs may be made with third party parts. The console can go through any or all of these steps until it is working or it will be deemed unsaleable on DKOldies.com.
Outer shell of the console removed.
Motherboard inspected.
Components, such as hard drive, power supply, controller ports, cables, power button, heat shields, disc assembly, cartridge slots, pin connectors, fans, battery, etc. may be replaced.
Capacitors or a damaged solder connection repaired or replaced.
May receive a laser adjustment or laser replacement.
Replace thermal paste, if needed.
Good Condition vs Acceptable Condition
Good Used Condition Console
Consoles that will look good and work, free of dirt and debris.
Free from stickers, writing, major chips or cracks and major discoloration.
May show minor signs of age and use.
Acceptable Condition Console
Consoles that don’t look so good, but still work*, free of dirt and debris.
Acceptable cosmetic condition.
May have stickers, writing, major chips or cracks and/or major discoloration.
May show major signs of age and use.
*Acceptable condition N64, Genesis, NES, SNES reset buttons may not function.
