How To Replace Xbox One Controller Thumbsticks - Fix Worn Out Thumbsticks
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In this quick installation tutorial we go over how to replace and install your Xbox One Controller analog thumb sticks with our SOSS Gaming replacement kit. The tools that are needed are the T8 security torx screwdriver and prying tool that come with the kit. Change an analog thumb stick fast! Replace, fix, and swap bad thumbstick grips in as little as a few minutes! This will fix worn out and broken Xbox One Controller thumbgrips and thumbsticks.
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Thank you for not taking 20 minutes to explain this
I watched several videos on this topic when the rubber coating on one of my thumbsticks started to crack, making it sharp and uncomfortable to use,. This video was the best one. No fluff or "personality", just quick, accurate, and to the point instructions, plus helpful and relevant comments underway. Perfect! The patient has recovered nicely. Thanks for the upload.
Getting a kit like the one shown here is a good idea because it includes all the tools you need--especially the pry tool and tiny Torx screwdriver, which many people (including me) might not have.
Two minutes. No overly long intro, no needless rambling about "HOW THIS COULD HAPPEN TO YOUR CONTROLLER BROOOO," no obnoxious padding to try to get extra ad money. Just the information one needs in less than 120 seconds. I cannot thank you enough for saving both my controller and my time.
Quick and to the point. Thanks.
I usually always use medium guitar picks to open plastic casing clips. They're also good as holders for larger casings, while using another one to carry on.
Broke some of the plastic retainers on one of my controllers, but it was well worth it! They work just fine after reassembly and I had the chance to clean them after almost 6 years of use. Thanks for this quick and easy tutorial!
This is probably one of the best tutorials I've ever seen on this platform.
absolutely amazing video. hardest part was removing the plates out of fear of breaking it, but oher than that the rest was pretty easy. props for making this short, other videos took 20 min to do what you did. personal advice is to also use a screwdriver and the blue thing if you're having issues. got my right thumbstick plastic replaced all fine and dandy now
This is the kind of video that I like to see, short, simple and efficient. Thanks for tutorial I needed it
Finally. A video by an American which doesn't go over the top, loud, obnoxious, unnecessarily long winded. Short & simple. From the UK I salute you ❤️
such an easy fix and very to the point. Thank you for this!! Have a good day man :)
OMG, Straight to the point, i like it !
Glad that it doesn't need to remove the board at all. Now I can change mine with metallic easily.
Your kit is phenomenal and is very easy to use thank you for providing it
Dude you have no idea how much this helped me thank you so much
Cheers for this, I found it really helpful and I also appreciate the succinctness of the video!
Thank you so much fo this quick - no unnecessary time wasting - video! Helped me a lot!
I was looking for this for so long thank you so much
Thank you this is my last chance to keep my old controller since all the new ones are to small i appreciate it!
This was so helpful thank you so much
Thnx for the short video. Did it in about 5 minutes 👍🏼
I love quick tutorials like this
Thanks for the great tutorial!
Thank you buddy, so easy and the best video by FAR i found for help with this problem!
Great info on how to fix controller🎮.....fast and precise👍😉
This video is beyond helpful. Thank you so much
Straight to the point, thank you so so much
Thanks for the video man! TRight to the point.
Thank you for this because I want to sell my Xbox and my controller is super scuffed so this helped out a lot ❤️
That was really easy!! Thanks.
Perfect video, thanks!
Do you think that if i take off the joysticks on my series 2, and put them on my regular controller. Do you think its work?
That was very helpful I’m subscribing
Thx soooo much this helped so much
Cheers bro, I'll probably end up doing this.
Brilliant thanks
Thanks, very helpful. I would just add that you need special screwdriver or you have to experiment with what you have. It's doable without the specific screwdriver but it's kind of hassle.
Hey man I saw your video on how to replace the xbox elite Controller 1, I would love and appreciate it if you could do a new up to date video on the joystick replacement for the series 2 as I'm pretty sure they have different joysticks and I don't want to take the risk or ruining it because I don't know what I am doing
Thanks for the suggestion! It's actually on my to-do list. The Elite Series 2 joysticks are out of stock everywhere as far as I'm aware though. Have you been able to get some?
Also, what is wrong with your joystick?
Thank you so much
You're very welcome!
thank you
What's the song from the outtro? Thanks for the video, it was extremely helpful!
Glad to hear! The song is Time off by Ian Post. czcams.com/video/kJRTpgLj4eg/video.html
Thanks
Love it, just where does one get these tools? Edit: found where, really helpful vid
Will be sure to buy these! My rubber is peeled off and I don’t want to buy another controller because they are $100
I do have to ask though.... is there a way to just remove the rubber part and not the whole thumbstick? The rubber on my one is gone and it's for the Cyberpunk controller, so obviously it's unique and may not have the same thumbsticks available. Red thumbstick with grey rubber for the record.
@@ajward9112 I have this issue with my sea of thieves controller. The rubber just crumbled off after a month!! Tried using thumb grips but it was just so uncomfortable. Doesn't seem like you can get rubber replacements I've tried searching. I'm just buying gold thumb sticks to go with the gold trigger. I would just say look for ones that will go well with yours. So annoying it seems themed controllers have crap rubber grips. Never had these issues with the normal controllers!
If it’s just the rubber grips that have perished, can I just take them off another controller? My ‘other’ controller’s LB has broken but the grips are fine, is it possible to just take the grips off and put on the other? Thanks for your help
Yes, absolutely!
Thank you so much I just have to replace my thumb stick since it broke off
You just saved me I was playing ranked R6 and my friend through it was tied game and they won and I was poised went from plat to gold
Relatable
So if I have a drift on my current joystick and I change them, will the joysticks be good as new again?
If the drift is caused from joystick wear (the joystick is what the thumbsticks are mounted on) then it won't. Sadly, that's most often the case. However, sometime grime on the thumbsticks is the culprit. So if you were to take the front cover off and notice a lot of grime on the thumbstick and clean it off as well as the clean the inside of the front cover ring, it very well may fix it.
SOSS GAMING thanks man
and that's it, replaced joysticks from 3 of my controllers brand new, just wish you sold these kits with like 20 joycons like that I'd be super future proof
Well done! And thanks for the suggestion, may consider it.
@@SOSSGAMING ayy, I'd definitely buy one with tons of joycons for sure
What tool do you use to unscrew the screws? My controller has weirdly shaped screws, with a dot in the middle to prevent unscrewing
A t8 security torx screwdriver. If all you have is a normal t8, you may be able to remove the center pin by poking at it with a small screw driver or something.
I know I’m so late but the link says rubberized and durable thumb stick options which one are you using in the video
In the video I am using the "rubberized" (xbox original thumbsticks). I'd recommend them if you don't use extra grips like control freeks. They feel much better. If you are using extra grips, you can use the "durable" ones to save some money. Hope that helps.
so my joysticks are fine but the left is barely responsive anymore from continued slide canceling in warzone. does switching the joystick fix this or do i need a new controller?
Yes, replacing the analog joystick (not the thumbstick) will fix the button used for sliding.
Thx
Can you put these on the ps5 controller bc I really like these thumbsticks and I wanna see how that feels on my dualsense
Yes you can. My friend has them on his PS4 controller and loves them.
What type of screwdriver are you using? Looks like a "hex" or 5 point
What size please
T8 Security Torx (with the hole)
hey man my analogues stopped working and i soldered new ones in without calibrating them they are not wokring properly do you have like an instagram
or something so i can contact you in private
Alright yeah I have a brand new instagram: sossgaming
you can also email me at sossgamingcs@gmail.com
I need to do this I fkd up mine wiggling out of killer’s grasps... DBD
My elite series 2 rb broke. What would u recommend to buy to replace with
Are you out of warranty? If so, I have not been able to find any replacements on the market yet. If you're able to find any, I would like to know!
Just put on the or thumb sticks they give you
How do I disable the left one,I got pretty mad and the rubber thing is broken and even with new stuff it doesn't work the same,I would rather use the dpad
Unfortunately I don't know the answer to that question :/ Hope you're able to figure something out
Will these thumb sticks allow KontrolFreek thumb grips to be attached?
Yes, absolutely!
My left stick is broken so I have do change it or open the controller and put them?
You might be able to temporarily fix it with some epoxy or something, but yeah I'd recommend just replacing it.
I'm probably going to buy your thumbsticks but how long do they usually last?
Great! They are original so they would last as long as any new controller's thumbsticks would last. Ultimately that would depend on the user. Sorry that I'm not able to give a definitive answer, but however long yours lasted is about the same amount of time these should last.
This was really helped than you so much
Helpful* and thank* not than
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I purchased thumbsticks for my xbox one s controller and they look like thumbsticks for xbox 360. Will it be a problem or will it fit too?
Great question. If they are indeed for the 360 they will not fit correctly. The 360 controllers used a different type of shaft on their joysticks (thinner I believe).
@@SOSSGAMING thank you, i will try to fit them and if they won't fit i will buy another ones.
Bru were did you get the tool because my controller has little meal things in side the screws
So it needs a t8 security torx screwdriver. I have heard though that the little metal can be removed and that you could use a regular T8 or a small screwdriver, but I haven't personally tried that. I have a link in the description to the kit which includes this screwdriver, although there are some other kits on Amazon and eBay that will include it as well in some tool kits.
Will these sensors work on a Elite v1 controller?
Yep!
would it be fine to use a screw driver to remove the handle?
Yes, you can definitely do it that way but it may damage the plastic a little bit where you apply the screwdriver, but if you're careful it shouldn't be an issue.
SOSS GAMING ok thanks i just tried it and everything seems to be fine tysm
My thumb stick popped and it is wobbly now would I just have to switch thumb sticks???
Like it's loose? If it's loose it might actually need a new joystick unfortunately.
Will the controller thumb sticks work with a controller freek
Yep! Absolutely.
Lucky me I have 2 controller from which the buttons are broken so I can use the thumbs tick from that
Is the quality of this great and will this be transported to India?
It is top quality, but unless Amazon offers international shipping for it I don't think it will make it to India. If it can't ship to India I am sorry.
Do you guys sell different colors or just black?
Just black at the moment. Perhaps in the future, but not anytime soon I don't think. Thanks for inquiring!
How can anyone thumbs down this video it shows you how to do something that you more than likely needed to know if you searched it
Do you ship to Canada? I need this really bad
Thanks for the interest! Unfortunately shipping/duty fees are quite high and there is also a higher than desired rate of lost shipments. BUT we are looking into getting into Canada's Amazon fulfillment program by the end of the year.
Ok thank you
Will this stop stick drift my right stick drifts upwards
It's possible, but most likely it needs the green sensor replaced on the joystick (which requires soldering)
What crew driver do I need
T8 security torx!
What kind of screw is that it's not a Philips. Is it a star screw?
It's a T8 Security Torx (with hole in the middle)
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ur a life saver
Could you do that method without opening the Xbox or do you actually have to open it?
Unfortunately you will have to open it :/
@@SOSSGAMING oh ok I just had to ask because I saw this other video where this guy just took the analog stick out without opening the actual controller again not sure if that was like a fake video or something
@@CristianGomez-x1g The front plate stops the thumbsticks from coming out, which is held in by all those screws, so it would be physically impossible :/
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@@CristianGomez-x1g Wow, I'm proved wrong! While I personally wouldn't recommend doing that, it does seem like a viable way to do it if needed in a pinch. Sorry for the misinformation.
Of course tools are needed that the average person does not have. I have the type of bit for the screws but my smallest one is one size too bif
will this kit work on a dualshock 4?
Yes it will!
@@SOSSGAMING awesome
What if my controller doesn’t have holes where you can unscrew the body of the controller
I'm not sure I understand. Which controller are you working on?
Where can I get those tools
The kit in the description comes with the tools, but you can also get larger tool kits. As long as they include a T8 security torx screwdriver and a prying tool it should do the trick.
My left trigger is getting stuck when I push it down
It’s only on the short trigger mode
I've had this happen once. In my case it was the switch thing itself had popped out of place. If you open the controller up it would be noticeable if that were the case. I disassembled it and put it back together and it was operational again. Hope it's the same case for you.
SOSS GAMING ok thank you
I would try buying some half triggers and put them on the controller that would stop it for going all the way in and help you use the trigger faster
Does this work on a one s controller?
Yes, absolutely!
@@SOSSGAMING awesome! :D
Where i buy the stickies pls
On controller
In the description. Here ya go
amzn.to/3fZiXxC
Hey bro, I followed all these steps, and the pad won’t even switch on now. Any ideas?? Thanks.
That's quite unusual. I would inspect the batteries first. If they're in right and aren't dead, try plugging the controller in and see if that works. I'm not really sure what else it could be as this doesn't mess with anything other than the batteries.
@@SOSSGAMING I’m thinking maybe it has something to do with the fact I had a little clean around with a thin cloth inside? How would I go about plugging a wireless controller in? Lol
@@Marshall3034 Ahhh in that case something may have shorted. That wouldn't be good. Wireless controllers can still be plugged in with a Micro USB cable
@@Marshall3034 Microsoft Xbox One controllers that is
@@SOSSGAMING I figured out what the issue was. When I put the back of the controller back on, the thin metal strip on the left was tucked in behind the plastic, so the battery wasn’t working...
It's too bad they don't come in more colors. I have the piggy Minecraft one and the rubber got torn up while I was playing Ninja Gaiden ∑.
There are some aftermarket thumbsticks in new colors you can find online. As to their quality though I'm not sure.
Bro I did this with a thumb tac and a broken controller
Turns out of you can actually get on rubber piece and slide it half way and use the thumb tac to get the other bit on it won’t be perfect but it’s a cheeps fix
i cant find a screwdriver to pull out the screws so im stuck
Ah, yes. I should have mentioned that a T8 security torx bit/screwdriver is needed for this. I have heard though that some precision screwdrivers are able to remove these screws. So if you can look around and find a small screwdriver you might be able to remove them without needing to get the T8
SOSS GAMING ok thanks 🙏🏾
can these sticks fit in a ps4 controller
They can!
@@SOSSGAMING sorry for so many question but does the screwdriver in this kit work for all the screws in the ps4 controller again sorry for the questions
@@rromarre No worries, the kit does actually include the screwdriver, even though its not shown in the picture, to remove all the necessary screws. The tricky part will be opening the ps4, as the given prying tool isn't the strongest but if you have a screwdriver laying around and pry near the r and l buttons that might make it easier to do that part.
@@SOSSGAMING thanks a lot will be buying this product
Whens the next upload
I have a new method for replacing the joysticks video I'm working on which should come out this week.
What if I lack a prying tool?
A regular screwdriver will work, but just be a little careful if you care about the cosmetics, a screwdriver may cause some damage to the plastic.
@@SOSSGAMING thank you sir
Much easier than PS4
U fucking legend
Is that a screwdriver or what
It's a T8 Security Torx Screwdriver
I HAVE NOT THE TOOLS FOR IT
Can you show how to stop a drifting controller
I have a video out with how to replace a joystick which fixes stick drift. If it's just stick drift though, you should be able to simply change out the potentiometer that is causing the problems. I will be making a video with that specific step but it might be months. Thanks for the suggestion
Take the sticker off first it works
My controller ended up in the toilet. Help??
Your controller literally took a shit? :P If by any accounts you're actually serious, water damage isn't something I know anything about.