How to fix the DualSense loose R2 issue and replace the buttons with DualShock 4 buttons

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My R2 felt loose, so I tried replacing the broken spring with a DualShock 4 R2 spring. And since I was taking the DualSense apart, I tried replacing the buttons with some old DualShock 4 buttons I had lying around.

0:00 - The R2 problem and plan
1:04 - Tools and parts
1:30 - Step 1
2:58 - Step 2
3:35 - Time to unscrew things
3:58 - Shell removal
4:48 - How to replace R2 screw
5:56 - Disassembly to replace the buttons and dpad
7:21 - My horrible realization
7:49 - My ghetto fix
8:25 - 24 hours later
9:46 - Review of the ghetto fix

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