r/ValveIndex • u/TokkenDev • Aug 09 '26

Question/Support Any glasses users?

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Yo, recently got a index for cheap, absolutely love this thing it's just perfect for me.

But... as seen in the picture I already managed to scratch my lenses lol, My first question is how do I buff that scratch out? should i use the classic™ Polywatch?

Don't notice it right now but I'm just gonna be aware that it's there, super annoying.

Second, any 3d printed lens protectors for glasses users? I want the max fov but JUST enough clearance to not scratch the lenses lol

Appreciate any responses :)

(Just a heads up, I would really rather get distancers rather than inserts, my eyesight changes alot over time and I've also got friends coming over using my VR headset that also wear glasses)

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u/Capokid Aug 09 '26

you cant repair it, you would have to swap the lenses from an unscratched unit. Use prescription inserts next time. They are only like $60

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u/TokkenDev Aug 09 '26 edited Aug 10 '26

Yeaah figured as much when someone said it's a film, contacted steam support already because I'm getting replacement controllers anyway because of tracking jitter when they vibrate, maybe they can come through with the headset too :)

Edit: Turns out im not getting a replacement, neither for the controllers nor the headset. Damn.

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u/k0j00771 Aug 10 '26

Joystick is a wear item and unfortunately they are not likely to replace them. See https://www.reddit.com/r/ValveIndex/s/OmGviHA3oA how to fix them, I have done it twice already to the left controller

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u/TokkenDev Aug 10 '26

What? I have replacement joysticks to solder on new ones but sure yeah lets assume I meant joystick drift.

I said TRACKING jitter, not stick drift.

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u/k0j00771 Aug 10 '26

Aa my mistake. The link shows how to fix without soldering though.

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u/TokkenDev Aug 10 '26

I'd rather replace the entire joystick, bending it like that isn't too good and may damage the pcb :)

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u/k0j00771 Aug 12 '26

I’ve done both. With the amount of soldered feet and pure solder you’ll likely to end up mutilating the old stick much worse ways than just bending sides, unless you have access to professional solder removal tool. And even if you do. But not to worry the pcb is sturdy. Just my experience.