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OEM & Non-IPS GBA Shells Trim Guide

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Image Provided by FunnyPlaying
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*Pro Tip - Shell Trim Trick - Curious where to trim your shell to create the appropriate viewing window? As a dry fit, backing still on the appropriate lens for your IPS kit, place it into the shell and hold it up to a light. You can see the areas where the shell will need to be trimmed.

Image provided by FunnyPlaying
Image provided by FunnyPlaying


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We recommend carefully examining the Start/Select area and trimming as needed. You may only need to trim the small area as seen in the photograph above, or you may notice you need to trim a bit more depending on your IPS kit. If you need to trim more, please review the photos below:





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Updated 03 Mar 2023
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