The how to mod your SFIV SE Fightstick FAQ

[kraziepuma]

I have actually ordered all that already, but I have never even heard of this “spring mod” you speak of. Could you or any other kind forum member point me in the right direction on performing this mod? Thanks in advance.

-L-Dubb

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[L-dubb]

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Thanks Kraziepuma. That Ultimate mod seems a little too tight for me but I found another one called a “medium spring” that seems right for me. If anyone else is interested the link is here: [media=youtube]L67fUfH3S5o&feature=related[/media]

[System_1]

The lack of Seimitsu love in this thread makes me sad.

http://kimcicle.net/images/stickoutsides.jpg

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Seimitsu LS-32-01 / 6x PS-14-K-N

Only took me about an hour tops. The only nut that gave me an issue was the one closest to the mounting brakets, and that took only about a min of sanding to fit. The S mounting bracket for the LS-32-01 had to be rotated, and I took off the microswitches so that I could mount the bracket w/ 4 screws at the corners instead of just 2 in the middle. Plugged LB / LT because who needs 8 buttons anyways.

I was pleasantly surprised to see the plastic sheaths on the quick disconnects; a very nice touch.

Where did you get those sweet buttons?

[kimcicle]

Where did you get those sweet buttons?

The stick and buttons I got from http://akihabarashop.jp/ about 3 months ago so I could stick them in my HRAP2. I think LizardLick also carry them.

[System_1]

Do Seimitsu PS-14-KN 30mm Pushbuttons work? They’re screw ons, I know, but how would I go about installing those? I’ve never done any modding work. Whats different from the snap ins and the screw ins as far as installation. (I know the snap ins “snap in” and the screw ins “screw in”) But I need to know what I would do differently.

[Batsu]

Hell yeah, I think I just might go ahead and Sanwa my SE stick out… that’ll save me from the problems people are having with the sticks.

[System_1]

just got my Seimitsu LS 32-02 and PS14 KN buttons. I like the setup a lot , the stick is much tighter and buttons are much quieter compare to the original SE parts. a few notes i would like to share.

1. cut the glue that surround the oringinal 5 pin connector. carefully remove the connector that is pluged in the original joystick’s pcb. Leave the wire harness aside as you can use the same wire haress for seimitsu and sanwa joystick. (never pull from the wire, only pull from the connector)

2. it takes about 1 min with a nail filer to sand down the button’s plastic nut. i filed the side of the nuts too so it will sit flushly around the hole.

3. on the new stick, remove blue restrictor plate (2 screws), and the 4 screws under it.

4. pull out pcb and mount the S-plate with the joystick assembly to the joystick mount with 4 screws.

5. Turn the pcb 90 degrees until the connector is facing the wall (same side as the original stick)

6. screw in the pcb back to the joystick and put the blu restrictor at last

7. flip the orignial 5 pin wire harness upside down and stick it into the new stick.

A good philip screw driver is recomended for this job and try not to over torque the 6 screws when you put the bottom cover back to the box as the screw threads are made of plastic.

Edit: after a day of use , i decide to remove the blue restrictor plate as i found it too obstrusive form my liking. After closely examined it, The plate is sticking out about 0.5mm from the inner guide on the corners.

[System_1]

The stick and buttons I got from http://akihabarashop.jp/ about 3 months ago so I could stick them in my HRAP2. I think LizardLick also carry them.

The clear part is what I dont’ understand I only see basic buttons on their site.

[drunkninja42]

Tried asking in another thread but didn’t get a clear answer: is the PCB in the Fighsticks a common ground? If so, is there room to put another pad’s PCB in it? I have a PS3 Fightstick and would like to mod it to work on my PS2 as well.

[catchafire]

Am I missing the guide that shows how to replace the artwork for the SE Stick?

[Lusche]

Tried asking in another thread but didn’t get a clear answer: is the PCB in the Fighsticks a common ground? If so, is there room to put another pad’s PCB in it? I have a PS3 Fightstick and would like to mod it to work on my PS2 as well.

its cg … someone put a cthulhu in his se …

[System_1]

Instant reps for whoever can tell me the easiest way to get the damned e clip off the stock joystick…

[kimcicle]

Do Seimitsu PS-14-KN 30mm Pushbuttons work? They’re screw ons, I know, but how would I go about installing those? I’ve never done any modding work. Whats different from the snap ins and the screw ins as far as installation. (I know the snap ins “snap in” and the screw ins “screw in”) But I need to know what I would do differently.

You would put the button through the hole and then fasten from the other side with the nut. The only issue you’ll see is that the nut won’t clear the mounting bracket for the button closest to the joystick, so you’ll have to file down the nut about 1mm. But that will install the same.

The clear part is what I dont’ understand I only see basic buttons on their site.

It’s the PS-14-K-N, clear in color. The surround is clear and the button itself is white.

[drunkninja42]

its cg … someone put a cthulhu in his se …

Cool. How about the space issue? Is there enough room to fit all the wires + terminals + PS1 (Digital M) PCB?

[kimcicle]

Cool. How about the space issue? Is there enough room to fit all the wires + terminals + PS1 (Digital M) PCB?

Somebody has already done it: http://forums.shoryuken.com/showpost.php?p=6127439&postcount=64

[Sileighty]

Am I missing the guide that shows how to replace the artwork for the SE Stick?

I haven’t done it yet, been too busy. :crybaby:

[System_1]

Hello. I just finished swapping out the stock stick and buttons on my SE for Sanwa JLF and OBSF-30s. Truly easy upgrade! Thanks again to Mad Catz for making everything plug and play. The only issue (totally minor) was the screws that hold the generic stock stick to the mounting plate are too small for the holes on the JLF. I used 16-32 x screws for those interested. Heres a couple of pics. I went with a black ball-top and shaft cover, 6 grey/blk and 2 white buttons just to be different. Next for me is painting the cabinet shiny black lacquer and swapping out the stock art and and Im all set! Im sure this board will be the guiding light for that endeavor. ~PeAcE~

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[Ajil]

Surely I am not the only one who is having problems unscrewing the ball on the stick? It seems impossible, even with someone else holding the screwdriver.
EDIT:
I got it with the help of a friend and pliers

[System_1]

1. cut the glue that surround the oringinal 5 pin connector. carefully remove the connector that is pluged in the original joystick’s pcb. Leave the wire harness aside as you can use the same wire haress for seimitsu and sanwa joystick. (never pull from the wire, only pull from the connector)

How did you cut the glue? I took a look inside of my friend’s SE and it seems impossible to get it off without damaging anything.

[Ajil]

I used a small and very sharp knife on that connecter and just sawed back and forth a few times where the two pieces connected. Then I lifted the tab with a flathead screwdriver, and used pliers to pull the connector off.