Joycon Customization 101: A Comprehensive Guide to Swapping Shells

Looking to give your Nintendo Switch Joycon controllers a fresh new look? Whether you're a beginner or an experienced DIYer, this comprehensive guide covers all the steps and tools required to transform your joy-cons with a new shell design. From disassembling your joy-con controllers and removing the old shells to installing the new ones and putting everything back together. With this guide, you'll be able to personalize your controllers and create a unique look that reflects your style. Join us as we explore the world of joy-con customization and learn the art of shell swapping! Everything used in the video Amazon.ca (Affiliate Links): Joycon Shells - https://amzn.to/3sexH7T Metal Locks - https://amzn.to/430vvgQ Hall Sensors - https://amzn.to/44ocNRB Amazon.ca (Non-Affiliate Links): Joycon Shells https://www.amazon.ca/stores/page/DDDA0C61-9FD4-4887-AB21-7F00BE156637 Metal Locks - https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B087JJR8T2 Hall Sensors - https://www.amazon.ca/Joystick-Replacement-ThumbStick-Controller-Thumbstick/dp/B0BPS1R5D8 Amazon.com (Affiliate): Joycon Shells - https://amzn.to/47Ds2Z6 Metal Locks - https://amzn.to/3KJEnRN Hall Sensors - https://amzn.to/447Xw6V Amazon US (Non-Affiliate) - Joycon Shells - https://www.amazon.com/stores/eXtremeRate/page/149F780C-685F-4D0B-ACDD-DA916415F205 Metal Locks - https://www.amazon.com/Mcbazel-Replacement-Buckle-N-Switch-Nintendo-Switch/dp/B087JJR8T2/ Hall Sensors - https://www.amazon.com/Switch-Replacement-No-Sensitivity-Replacement-thumbstick-Nintendo/dp/B0BPS1R5D8/ Non-Hall Sensors used in the Video (Non-Affiliate): https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001355206438.html Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:58 - Required Tools 3:06 - Disassembling the Backplate [Left Joy-Con] 3:51 - Swapping the Metal Lock [Left Joy-Con] 5:50 - Removing the Battery [Left Joy-Con] 6:39 - Removing the Battery Bay [Left Joy-Con] 7:22 - Removing the Joystick [Left Joy-Con] 8:25 - Removing the Bumper Board [Left Joy-Con] 8:59 - Removing the Motherboard [Left Joy-Con] 9:43 - Removing Membranes and the Dustguard [Left Joy-Con] 10:29 - Installing Membranes and Dustguard [Left Joy-Con] 11:50 - Installing the Motherboard [Left Joy-Con] 13:16 - Installing the Joystick [Left Joy-Con] 13:56 - Installing the Bumper Board [Left Joy-Con] 15:16 - Installing the Battery Bay [Left Joy-Con] 15:40 - Removing the Triggers [Left Joy-Con] 16:26 - Moving the Trigger Board over [Left Joy-Con] 17:58 - Installing the Battery Adhesive [Left Joy-Con] 18:11 - Installing the Battery [Left Joy-Con] 18:18 - Installing the Trigger [Left Joy-Con] 19:03 - Installing the Rail Buttons [Left Joy-Con] 20:00 - Moving the Lock Button over [Left Joy-Con] 20:21 - Attaching the Backplate [Left Joy-Con] 22:25 - Starting the Right Joycon 22:33 - Disassembling the Backplate [Right Joy-Con] 23:16 - Swapping the Metal Lock [Right Joy-Con] 24:20 - Removing the Battery [Right Joy-Con] 24:30 - Removing the Antenna [Right Joy-Con] 24:41 - Removing the Battery Bay [Right Joy-Con] 25:27 - Removing the Joystick [Right Joy-Con] 26:00 - Disassembling the IR Motion Camera and NFC Ribbon Cables [Right Joy-Con] 26:50 - Removing the Motherboard [Right Joy-Con] 27:24 - Removing the NFC Antenna [Right Joy-Con] 27:44 - Moving the Dustguard over [Right Joy-Con] 28:13 - Installing the NFC Antenna [Right Joy-Con] 28:22 - Installing the Rubber Membranes [Right Joy-Con] 28:47 - Installing the Motherboard [Right Joy-Con] 29:59 - Removing the Trigger Board [Right Joy-Con] 30:11 - Installing the Joystick [Right Joy-Con] 30:30 - Double-checking Your Work [Right Joy-Con] 30:41 - Installing the Bumper and Trigger [Right Joy-Con] 31:21 - Installing the Battery Bay [Right Joy-Con] 32:39 - Installing Battery Adhesive [Right Joy-Con] 33:00 - Installing the Antenna [Right Joy-Con] 33:24 - Installing the Battery [Right Joy-Con] 33:33 - Installing the Rail Buttons [Right Joy-Con] 34:15 - Moving the Lock Button over [Right Joy-Con] 34:24 - Installing the Backplate [Right Joy-Con] 34:39 - Is it Worth it? 35:22 - Outro ▬▬ MY GEAR ▬▬ Camera - https://www.po.co/global/poco-f3/ Camera Mount - https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B085C4S8XF/ Camera Arm - https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B06XY4YMGH/ Mount adapter (for kit above) - https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07ZKZ23X8/ Microphone - https://www.amazon.ca/Blue-Microphones-Yeti-Microphone-Blackout/dp/B00N1YPXW2/ Microphone Boom arm- https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B001D7UYBO/ Lights - https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B08G1CJRL7/ Intro theme song was written by Jim Gray of Our Ghosts. Check out his work here: https://ourghosts.bandcamp.com/ This video is for entertainment and educational purposes only.