Save your PC Engine GT / Turbo Express before the aging caps do it for you – for good. This recap kit contains everything you need for a full capacitor replacement. Time to fire up that soldering iron!
- Complete kit for all capacitors on the PC Engine GT / Turbo Express
- Preventive measure against image glitches, audio issues & total failure
- DIY soldering required – basic soldering skills needed
- No liability for incorrect installation
PC Engine GT / Turbo Express – Capacitor Kit for DIY Soldering
The PC Engine GT (known as the Turbo Express in North America) is one of the coolest handheld consoles of the early 90s – a full TurboGrafx-16 in your pocket, complete with a 2.6-inch TFT color display and HuCard slot. The problem: the original electrolytic capacitors in these units are notoriously prone to early failure.
Why You Should Act Now
Without a full capacitor replacement, failure of the PC Engine GT / Turbo Express is practically guaranteed. Typical symptoms of aging caps include image artifacts (so-called „jailbars" – vertical stripes on the display), distorted or completely missing audio, crashes, and in the worst case a total board failure. Recapping is not optional – it is essential if you want to keep enjoying your console for years to come.
What's Included?
The kit contains all capacitors needed for a complete recap of the main board of your PC Engine GT / Turbo Express. No need to hunt down individual values – everything comes in one package.
Important Notes on Installation
This kit is intended for DIY soldering. You should have prior experience with SMD or through-hole soldering work before getting started. We accept no liability for damage caused by incorrect installation. If in doubt, we recommend having the recap carried out by an experienced person or a professional repair shop.
Tip: Always replace all capacitors at once – not just the obviously failed ones. After decades of use, the remaining caps are usually not far behind.
- Spare part type
- Capacitor Kit

