Oh ok, so that means if I decide to change the pcb later on, I can get that Sanwa TP-MA to attach the grinded Sanwa JLF with it, right?
If I’m understanding you correctly, then yes - you can repair the cut grounds on your existing JLF pcb so you can use it in a common ground stick just using the 5pin harness.
Repair the cuts by running wire (or if the cuts are small enough, solder) from one end of the cut to the other. It’s cheaper than buying a brand new Sanwa TP-MA.
You mean replace the JLF TP-MA PCB that you grinded to work with the Mayflash with a new TP-MA PCB? If so then yes, you can.
Edit: Re-soldering or reconnecting with wire the cut ground traces requires a bit of work but it’s possible. Thanks for reminding me of that idea gahrling.
Well I am sure I won’t be having any problem with the current mayflash pcb unless and until it doesn’t contributes in laggy and faulty input. Speaking of which, I should post that question here instead of the noob forum. So here it is:
Guys, can anyone tell me who’s fault is this:
I have a Mayflash with stock parts (awaiting the arrival of the sanwa parts shipment) and whenever am playing SF4, I get this really annoying thing, for example if I am moving my player to one direction for one second and then I suddenly try to move it to the opposite direction, it goes through sometimes but sometimes it just keeps going in the same old direction and then stops or will do a random punch/kick which I must have pressed while executing a combo. I am thinking it’s the stock mayflash parts but not the pcb because the later just transfers the analog signals; generating them depends on the stock jlf.
If it’s the pcb’s fault anyhow, which I don’t think it is, I’ll maybe order a new pcb instead of grinding the sanwa jlf pcb to make it work with the mayflash one.
Here’s the art that I plan to use for my first mayflash mod. I’m obviously not an artist, but would still like some critique. I tried to emulate (but not copy) the Lindbergh control panel the best I could with my knowledge.
http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/5581/43720466208e5558f870b.th.jpg
It might be nitpicking but these 3 areas kinda stood out to me. looks like the alignment is slightly off. Also did you make this hi-res and just upload a small img? You need to be around 3000 x 2400 to get a proper 300 dpi print
The inside is really clean btw good stuff.
Holy crap, good eye. The texture alignment is just a hair off in those places, but printed it’s impossible to tell. I uploaded the full-size (3071x2362) image. Thank flickr for the downsizing.
Jesus, how could you even tell? I had to stare at the layout for like 5 minutes to even see it.
It’s a bit clearer on VF_Drift’s image mine is really blurry thanks to ms paint over compressing jpg
Hi all, it’s possible to made a cover with makoto, for my mayflash
http://img202.imageshack.us/img202/8963/superstreetfighterivpla.jpg
http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/6986/ssf4makotobig.jpg
thanks for help everybody 
How well would a Happ Competition joystick fit into this case? Would you need to do any sanding or anything?
It wouldn’t. Happ competition stick bodies are taller than the entire Mayflash case.
Modded my mayflash today into full Sanwa. Thanks to guys here for helping whenever needed.
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_AX6Mynh5Dhg/S8tmZHQvNWI/AAAAAAAACuo/vWQPIZGHpKM/s800/DSC00447.JPG
Removing the metal plate off the JLF was a big pain in the ass because of the tight screws. Everything went pretty fine and it was responding just after the first attempt.
After procrastinating my project for a very long time, I finally finished my Mayflash mod. Seimitsu LS-32 and OBSF-RG buttons.
Quite happy with the result :bgrin:
Hey, I just want to confirm how to wire all the stuff on the newer 2009 PCBs (2009-4-20). I’ve been trying to follow it but I want to get all the facts down since I’m not keen on blowing over anymore cash for what I thought would just be a really neat, memorable project. <_< Plus, maybe the response to this post might help someone else out lol.
So the Mayflash joystick inputs don’t share a Common Ground, so I have to use the stock microswitches like the ones here (?): http://m.chupon.free.fr/elements/images/080509_stick19_full.jpg
So first question: Do I need to unsolder the microswitches, or can I rip them apart from the mayflash Omcron thingies or something? My gut tells me this is a very stupid question but just bear with me guys. =V
Then I have to dremel the Sanwa PCB to break its ground circuit (thus rendering the PCB dead but leaving it as a foundation for the microswitches to sit on?). Can I dremel out the circuits and produce results like this?: http://pineconeattack.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/23.jpg
^ So…what happens to the Sanwa PCB when you do that? Because if it kills it then I don’t have to be too careful right? <___<
Now the soldering part…uhh how difficult is it? I’m guessing I can just follow this example here: http://m.chupon.free.fr/elements/images/080509_stick21_full.jpg and I’ll be fine…but what’s the leeway here should I fail? I think everyone gets the hint that I’ve never soldered (still haven’t done the buttons either) so naturally I’m concerned.
This was more troublesome of a mod than the pre-2009 Mayflash guides led on. I didn’t even know there was a difference from PCB-to-PCB until I super-lurked this thread. I just wanted to play some Melty Blood dammit.
Oh well. Thanks for the help in advance and probably expect a few more posts from me (and a few extra thank you’s as well).
Ask someone in your area to do it for you for a fee, you’re going to blow up your PCB judging from your apparent lack of experience (not trying to be mean, mind)
You can unsolder the Microswitches from the PCB if you want.
You can cut the Ground Trace on PCB if you want.
You don’t need the PCB.
Microswitches don’t need PCB.
Microswitches do not sit on the PCB.
If you study the JLF, you know.
I created a simple video tutorial with the process of modding a Mayflash stick. Im not saying this is the only way to do it or the best its simply what I did for mine and a lot of the information on how to do it I got from this thread so I figured it to be appropriate to post it here. Anyway heres the link: http://www.youtube.com/user/Vareous#p/a/F43C7566A920A0FA/0/NotLRzZDlOg if anyones interested in watching it
I was planning on modding my Mayflash arcade stick, but I was wondering what materials do I need to start modding (such as wires/etc). Also, I didn’t really understand how to connect the wires to the buttons. Can I just solder it directly to the button or do I need to attach the wire to something? I was also wondering if the wires could be easily replacesable if they get damaged. One of the wires for the stick is kinda squashed, so I was wondering if it would pose any problems.
I have a few wiring questions. But first, I ordered a sanwa jlf 8t with mounting screw octagon gate bubble top and bat top from lizard lick. also 8 obsf 30 snap in pushbuttons. I have never modded before and need help. ok so i also went to the store thinking i only needed 16 quick disconnects but the clerk said i needed both male and female (do i?) so i ended up with 40. they are 22 gauge fit, i also was looking for 20 feet of 22 guage stranded wire and did find some but instead got 90 feet. Keep in mind i haven’t opened anything. questions; 1: Do i need both male and female quick disconnects? i don’t get how that works, 2: Do i need solid or stranded wire?
3: would it be smarter to take them back and go to a store like princess auto, or go to lizard lick ? or just keep what i have. sorry 4 wall of text but it’s important.