So about the famicom disk system do I need a regular famicom to use it? How much do the belts run and are they easy to install? Good games and costs?
So about the famicom disk system do I need a regular famicom to use it? How much do the belts run and are they easy to install? Good games and costs?
You can use either an older Rf FC system, a properly AV modded FC system, an AV famicom system, with converters: NES2 top Loader system and even the NES front loader...Plenty of possibilities really....The FDS works with some Famiclones as well....A brand new belt should last a good couple of years with normal wear use...The belt replacement can be a bit tricky and in some cases a bit messy ....
Last edited by ooXxXoo; 06-13-2009 at 04:24 PM.
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It's best used with a Famicom, but it's possible to hook it up to a top-loading NES or even a frontloader with the correct converter.
Belts are finicky, best to buy one that already works. Expect to pay in the neighborhood of $50-$80 to buy one loose.
Try the real Super Mario Bros. 2, Otocky, Ultraman, and Ai Senshi Nicol.
would it work with a Genex by messiah?
Yeah replacing the drive belt can take a good 30 minutes but luckily they only cost about $10-12 for a replacement belt and last a good while before needing to be replaced again. But as stated earlier definitely get a system that has already had it's belt repaired before buying one.
Go for a Twin Famicom instead. Famicom with AV jacks and Famicom Disk System in one.
tend to be pretty expensive though
I got my Twin Famicom for $60 off eBay. It's clean and in great condition but I'll need to get the belt replaced. However the store I bought it from always gives you a new belt with purchase. I have already found a guy to do the job, all you got to do is ask around
btw- Does anybody here no if the pack-in AC adapter will work in the US? My Twin Famicom just got shipped and I'd like to be ready when it gets here. Thanks!
Last edited by Mathius; 06-13-2009 at 10:48 PM.
I'd actually disagree -- I'm of the (rather limited) camp which really loves the Famicom/FDS Black/red/white/gold stack. ^^
But yeah, the Twin is the easiest way to go. And also its video output is MUCH better. So even though I love my setup... most people would be happier to buy a Twin :P
What is it with this belt thing? I am not yet a FDS/FC owner and I just was wanting to know if belt failure/problems were a commonality in ownership of this console.
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The belts usually last around 5 years if you use the system on a regular basis.
I'm surprised nobody's really brought up the AV Fami+FDS setup, which is what I use. It has AV out like the Twin Fami, but you can use NES controllers which have much longer cords than the Twin Fami controllers. Plus, it's much smaller and with an NES converter, you have yourself what is perhaps the best NES/Famicom setup.
Thats pretty good. Some company should really start producing large amounts of retro necessities like this. There is always a list of infamous things for retro gaming that need to be dealt with by average gamers.
- Nintendo 64 ram expansion or lack thereof
- Nintendo 64 controller stick wear-out
- Annoying power bricks for old consoles
Wouldnt it be amazing if some company just started to make PlayStation 2 slim style power supplies for old consoles? The ones with the brick in the middle of the cord and a normal tip on the end? Now that would be worth paying money for... Especially when you have a Sega CD, Genesis and 32X all hooked up at once.
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