[nilmind]

Originally Posted by Akkaraju

Also nilmind, do you think your fix with the metal piece in the fat PS2 would apply to the similar inserted object used in the slim ps2? I had to install a small L shaped metal piece near the hinge, because of the PS2's version requiring it.

I'm actually not at all familiar with the fliptop used in the slim PS2, but from the diagrams I've seen, it seems like my solution should apply there just as well. I say that you may as well try it since the worst that can happen would be the top not being able to prop open by itself anymore (you can still lift it yourself).

Also, I must add that the problematic role of the spring was not obvious at first. The DVD could spin just fine with or without the top open while the metal piece didn't touch nor interfere with it. I suppose that when the spinning has to slow down and read the outer rims of the DVD, it may tend to naturally wobble just a bit. But it's probably this wobbling that makes it come in contact with the spring, thus making it spin a bit awkward. Thus, it may be a good idea to cut the spring even if it doesn't touch the DVD. I'm also guessing that the opening the lid trick works just because it moves the spring with it out of the way.