I have a battery pack that I’ve had since childhood (bought retail) — unfortunately I left some batteries in and there was some corrosion to a spring. Fortunately it was just a small amount in one area, unlike some horror vids I’ve seen.
Having bought at least 2 VBs (was up to 3, gave one as a gift) as replacements, I’ve discovered that I could access the bottom area of the battery pack by sliding it out, so I decided to try and clean up and fix it — since battery packs can be pretty pricey.
Unfortunately, one of the bottom springs was too brittle and snapped, making it useless. So now I need a replacement. Everything else inside looks pretty good, so I believe this to be very salvagable. But I am not sure where to start in getting a replacement spring. Is this kind of spring unique to he VB, or can I just steal one from some other electronic?
I will gladly buy one from someplace if possible as well.
Attached is a photo of the scene in question.
Thank you for any help!
