NES games are 'tight' in my system

[imported_Anonymous]

Well, I followed the steps to get a free 72 pin connector (which worked great, thanks :D ). Anyway, I installed it, and it works perfectly, except the games require a lot of force and wiggling back and forth to get out of the system. I noticed someone else also had this problem in the post about how to get the free connector. Is there anyway to fix this? Thanks for the help.

[imported_Anonymous]

It seems there is quite a difference in production variables of the connectors. Some, like Froggerman's and yours are tight. Others like mine are loose, (I actually would prefer mine to fit a little snugger than it does.)
Over time, it may loosen up. I have also heard using a genie will cause your connector to spread. Another thing you could try is gently using a small screwdriver to open up the pins a little. You could also email mike@nesplayer.com to see if he has any suggestions. He was the one who originally gave me the tip about calling and getting a free connector.
Good Luck!

[Froggerman]

Mwhahaahahah! I was right! So it isn't just me! :twisted: :twisted:

I am not sure how to fix the 'tightness factor'. My cousin has an NES that is 'tight' as well... I am not sure however if her NES has a new 72 pin connector or if it still has the original...

I would imagine after playing it enough it will eventually loosen up a bit although I don't know for certain.

Anntiques mentioned a Game Genie... I have no comments about the Game Genie loosening the connectors a bit but before I recieved my new 72 pin connector I was using my Game Genie to play games... For whatever reason I would have great luck using a Game Genie... I guess it made a better connection... The only problem is sometimes there would be parts of the game missing. For instance in Final Fantasy the beginning story screen is missing which is probably why I wondered why it featured a weak story. (when in fact I never had the opportunity to read it.)

Anyways... That is my heartwarming story of the day... Until my new [tight] connector I used my Game Genie for better connectivity.

[imported_Anonymous]

I don't know for sure if a Genie will loosen up a connector or not. I don't own a Genie, but a couple of NES websites do mention that they could loosen up the connector. I would say unless you have to use vice grips to get your game out, live with it and hopefully it will loosen up over time.

[imported_Anonymous]

My NES quit working and I got it fixed by a local tv/pc repairman and it has a real tight fit now.

I'm OK with it.
Just glad that it works again!