My Atari 7800 is still standing after all these years

[jd_1138]

Thanks to Axe for selling me a controller, PS, and video connection for next to nothing.

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lwp4R7QHOkQ

Edited January 9, 2011 by gps_trekker

[Carey85]

I'm still using the Atari 7800 that I got as a birthday gift in 1988 without any problems. I did recently replace the aluminum bezel on the system with a NOS one and I've got it looking like a brand new deck. In retrospect, I probably should've left the original bezel on as it had all the battle scars from my childhood on it, but too late to undo it .

[Chuplayer]

I'm still using the Atari 7800 that I got as a birthday gift in 1988 without any problems. I did recently replace the aluminum bezel on the system with a NOS one and I've got it looking like a brand new deck. In retrospect, I probably should've left the original bezel on as it had all the battle scars from my childhood on it, but too late to undo it .

Where did you find the bezel? I'm pretty sure I saw them somewhere, but I can't find them again.

[Itchy Koala]

I'm still using the Atari 7800 that I got as a birthday gift in 1988 without any problems. I did recently replace the aluminum bezel on the system with a NOS one and I've got it looking like a brand new deck. In retrospect, I probably should've left the original bezel on as it had all the battle scars from my childhood on it, but too late to undo it .

Where did you find the bezel? I'm pretty sure I saw them somewhere, but I can't find them again.

 

I'm actually curious as well, it would be nice to replace my scratched bezel.

[Chuplayer]

I'm still using the Atari 7800 that I got as a birthday gift in 1988 without any problems. I did recently replace the aluminum bezel on the system with a NOS one and I've got it looking like a brand new deck. In retrospect, I probably should've left the original bezel on as it had all the battle scars from my childhood on it, but too late to undo it .

Where did you find the bezel? I'm pretty sure I saw them somewhere, but I can't find them again.

 

I'm actually curious as well, it would be nice to replace my scratched bezel.

Mine has a dent in it that it got when we were moving years ago

[mimo]

I think best electronics have them. Maybe not listed on his website so send an email to Brad. Funny I was just thinking about this tonight before logging on

[carmel_andrews]

does your 7800 have legs GPS, must do if it's still standing

[+MattelAquarius]

What kind of person doesn't care that this 7800 has been standing for years, when it could have easily been sitting?!

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bsxiz7DFHuI

 

I can sense the slightest console suffering.

Edited January 11, 2011 by Jay Silverheels

[Tubular Gearhead]

I think best electronics have them. Maybe not listed on his website so send an email to Brad. Funny I was just thinking about this tonight before logging on

 

A word of caution, however:

 

Although I know Best is a known good resource for Atari stuff, I ordered one of their 7800 replacement bezels about 6-months ago, and specifically asked them to make sure they took the necessary precautions to avoid it getting bent. I explained that I was replacing a dented original, and suggested they ship it in a box. I think I paid about $15 + shipping

 

It came in an envelope, taped to a piece of cardboard, and naturally, it was bent.

I didn't attempt to contact them, and just let it go (my fault... ).

 

Also, I assume the only ones they have are the later NTSC ones, as the rainbow was the newer style and not the earlier 1984 version (there is a difference- look very carefully at the color sequence of the rainbow).

 

Just FYI... CAVEAT EMPTOR

[Carey85]

Yeah, I got my bezel from Best Electronics as well. It's a fairly easy install, though you might have to press down on some edges with a blunt edge to ensure proper fitment.

[Madaracs]

Yeah, I got my bezel from Best Electronics as well. It's a fairly easy install, though you might have to press down on some edges with a blunt edge to ensure proper fitment.

 

Thanks everyone for this thread!

 

I just ordered two bezels from Best! My main unit actually had the plastic on it when I bought it, but it had been dented previously. My other 7800 is pretty banged up and this will make it look brand-spankin' new!

 

Heh. I also ordered the Tempest 2000 soundtrack he has on his site.

[jd_1138]

does your 7800 have legs GPS, must do if it's still standing

 

lol. I said "still standing" because I originally had the Elton John song "Still Standing" playing in the background of the video. I removed it to avoid copyright violations. I don't know if it would be a violation though, because YouTube recognizes songs in videos you post, and then they post a link down below so people can buy the song off of itunes or Amazon. They may make it OK to post copyrighted songs.

Edited January 13, 2011 by gps_trekker