{"title":"NEC PC Engine GT \u0026 TurboExpress Repairs","description":"\u003cp\u003eUK mail-in repair and recap services for the NEC PC Engine GT and North American TurboExpress handheld console. Professional capacitor replacement, electrolyte cleaning, corrosion inspection, keypad-board capacitor replacement, jail-bar reduction work, shield refitting and complete functional testing by FrameRate Builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/tech-hub\/pc-engine-gt-turboexpress-recap-capacitor-replacement\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee genuine before-and-after workshop photographs and read the complete PC Engine GT recap guide →\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nec-pc-engine-gt-turboexpress-full-capacitor-replacement-recap-service","title":"NEC PC Engine GT \/ TurboExpress Full Capacitor Replacement – Recap Service","description":"\u003cp\u003eProfessional full capacitor replacement service for the \u003cstrong\u003eNEC PC Engine GT\u003c\/strong\u003e and North American \u003cstrong\u003eTurboExpress\u003c\/strong\u003e. These handhelds are particularly vulnerable to leaking surface-mount electrolytic capacitors, which can cause sound, video, power and reliability faults and may damage the PCB if left untreated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon symptoms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo sound, distorted sound or very low volume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDim, unstable, discoloured or missing picture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermittent power or unreliable operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnit works but still contains its original ageing capacitors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull replacement of the ageing electrolytic capacitors on the main board and front control\/keypad board with quality components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoval of leaked electrolyte, old solder and residue, with every capacitor pad cleaned and inspected before new parts are fitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection for corrosion, damaged pads and affected PCB tracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional ceramic-capacitor jail-bar reduction modification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio, video, controls and HuCard\/cartridge testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal serviceable metal shields correctly refitted during reassembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull reassembly and final bench testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoyal Mail Tracked 48 return postage within the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e this service covers the capacitor replacement and associated cleaning. Severe corrosion, missing pads, damaged PCB tracks, failed custom ICs, original LCD faults or other unrelated damage may require additional repair. We will contact you before carrying out any extra chargeable work. If your console is completely dead, badly corroded or has been worked on previously, please contact us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#071739;color:#fff;border:1px solid #263a67;padding:18px;border-radius:9px;margin:22px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#fff;margin-top:0;\"\u003eSee the complete workshop process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eView genuine before, cleaned-pad, replacement-capacitor, shield-refitting and final-test photographs from this service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/tech-hub\/pc-engine-gt-turboexpress-recap-capacitor-replacement\" style=\"color:#ff3b30;font-weight:700;\"\u003eRead the PC Engine GT \/ TurboExpress recap guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe installed parts and workmanship are covered for \u003cstrong\u003e12 months\u003c\/strong\u003e against repair-related faults. Accidental damage, liquid damage, impact damage, misuse, further corrosion and unrelated faults are not covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#111318;color:#f5f7fa;border:1px solid #3d424c;padding:18px;border-radius:9px;margin-top:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#fff;margin-top:0;\"\u003eBefore posting your console\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSend the PC Engine GT or TurboExpress console itself. If possible, include one known-working game so cartridge loading, video and in-game audio can be fully tested after the recap. Your game will remain with the console and will be returned with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease also include a note containing your name or order number and a brief description of any faults you have noticed. Do not send batteries, power supplies, the TV tuner or other accessories unless previously agreed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a sturdy box with cushioning on every side; a padded envelope is not suitable protection for this rare handheld.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/tech-hub\/how-to-pack-electronics-for-mail-in-repair\" style=\"color:#ff3b30;font-weight:700;\"\u003eRead the packing guide\u003c\/a\u003e  •  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-mail-in-repairs-work\" style=\"color:#ff3b30;font-weight:700;\"\u003eHow mail-in repairs work\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"FrameRate Builds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56926467293524,"sku":"FRB-PCEGT-RECAP","price":64.46,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/5903\/3428\/files\/frb-pc-engine-gt-turboexpress-recap-service.jpg?v=1787826504"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/5903\/3428\/collections\/frb-pc-engine-gt-turboexpress-recap-service.jpg?v=1787826537","url":"https:\/\/frameratebuilds.co.uk\/collections\/nec-pc-engine-gt-turboexpress-repairs.oembed","provider":"FrameRate Builds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}