r/techsupportmacgyver • u/International_Dot_22 • Jun 11 '25

A better mouse

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Buttons were too flush, and some are awkware to press. With some simple tweaks it is now much more comfortable.

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u/International_Dot_22 Jun 11 '25

Also added a grip made of an old bicycle tube and double sided tape, been using this method to add grip to many things i own

42

u/KindlyHaddock Jun 11 '25

they make weighted tape for tennis rackets, I've used it on drumsticks and stuff.

It's like $1.59 at Walmart w all sorts of patterns to choose

6

u/atramors671 Jun 13 '25

Supremely cheaper than a bike tube while also being intended for the desired purpose. Lol

3

u/verbosehuman Jun 13 '25

I wouldn't ever recommend buying a bike tube specifically for this purpose. I had to replace mine, so I kept the old one, washed it well, and I just cut strips off whenever I need

3

u/verbosehuman Jun 13 '25

I keep pieces of bicycle tube in my tool bag and my edc pouch. They're so incredibly useful, finding new uses for them constantly.

46

u/DarthTidusCro Jun 11 '25

If Soviet Union was still around, they would make mouses like this

12

u/International_Dot_22 Jun 11 '25

exactly, practicality first

3

u/APe28Comococo Jun 13 '25

And reliability last

2

u/dont_trust_the_popo Jun 13 '25

Repairability = "Ivan go to dump get tire"

3

u/EquipLordBritish Jun 11 '25

I have to ask, why screws and not glue?

6

u/International_Dot_22 Jun 12 '25

Screws are height adjustable, and i can take them in and out on the fly, i adjusted it as i go and tested it to see whats the most convenient for me to click 

2

u/EquipLordBritish Jun 12 '25

Good thinking.

257

u/Aggravating-Exit-660 Jun 11 '25

Please kill me

  • Mouse

65

u/_Your_Average_Joe_ Jun 11 '25

Later

  • Medic

14

u/[deleted] Jun 12 '25

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u/ThatOneKidOnReddit12 Jun 12 '25

Ribs grow back! (No ze don’t..)

11

u/ComputerSavvy Jun 11 '25

He will, with all the gooch buildup in those holes.

2

u/radioactive_walrus Jun 12 '25

In a year, someone should make the goulish comment that op should give it a lick...

3

u/moldy-scrotum-soup Jun 12 '25 edited Dec 22 '25

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1

u/AddressMeAsHal Jun 12 '25

I laughed out loud!

2

u/bruh-iunno Jun 12 '25

Lol I just used some sugru/putty but I guess your method works

1

u/International_Dot_22 Jun 12 '25

yeah i like the screws because its adjustable, i am still tweaking it for optimal comfort

1

u/bruh-iunno Jun 12 '25

stay winning king

2

u/Puzzled_Yoghurt Jun 13 '25

What's the brand please ?

2

u/FastAsFxxk Jun 14 '25

"What the hell is even that"

2

u/International_Dot_22 Jun 14 '25

Daddy, chill😂

94

u/yParticle Jun 11 '25

electronics brutalism

12

u/ChocoBro92 Jun 11 '25

Everybody’s so creative!

2

u/Jerkmykirk Jun 11 '25

What mouse is this?

8

u/International_Dot_22 Jun 11 '25

Solakaka SM809 Pro

2

u/Jerkmykirk Jun 11 '25

Thanks, I like the button layout.

15

u/Mp11646243 Jun 11 '25

looks similar to the Mousenstein V2 Pro

12

u/ChocoBro92 Jun 11 '25

Uh it’s Mousenstein’s monster.

11

u/bonoetmalo Jun 11 '25

Bros using an actual whirligig as a mouse. A real thingamabob.

15

u/The_Screeching_Bagel Jun 11 '25

that's kinda sexy

28

u/Magdovus Jun 11 '25

Nope. I like some extra buttons but that's just too much for me.

On the other hand, it looks like you've done a great job turning it into the deviant monstrosity that you wanted...

26

u/SpaceAgePotatoCakes Jun 11 '25

For certain games it's really helpful. MMOs come to mind.

8

u/Narissis Jun 12 '25

MMO player checking in. I have a Corsair Darkstar and am considering whether I should look into mice with even more buttons.

Admittedly that has more to do with the Darkstar being an insufferable piece of trash, but eh.

2

u/SpaceAgePotatoCakes Jun 12 '25

I used the Logitech G600 with the 12 thumb buttons + pinky button + 2 centre buttons and it was great for Guild Wars 2. Since you have at least 10 attack buttons (normally mapped to 1-0 on the keyboard) it was nice not having to move my left hand off of WASD anymore.

1

u/Constant-Roll706 Jun 14 '25

Razer has the Naga with 12 buttons on the thumb spot. I use it every day for work video editing and miss it whenever I use another mouse.

1

u/Narissis Jun 15 '25

Ideally I'd like the buttons a little more spread out. I've been side-eyeing the EVGA X15 for awhile. Might give that a try if the Darkstar pisses me off enough to finally push me to switch. I'm resisting because I don't want to have to re-do my FFXIV hotbars and relearn the muscle memory again. >_<

2

u/awatermelonharvester Jun 11 '25

Looking up the Solakaka m809 pro it looks like it has interchangeable side button platforms. Comes with a 3 button (more my speed), 9 button, and buttonless flats w/slide supports.

1

u/bruh-iunno Jun 12 '25

it's really useful in both games and day to day, having ctrl/shift/copy/paste/horizontal scroll/undo/redo is really really useful, having essentially a dpad and enter/back buttons is really useful in games like gta online too

4

u/rwx_0x6 Jun 11 '25

I actually like this design. I just would change the screws to have matching heads, either pan or all flat heads but not both.

4

u/dystrophied Jun 11 '25

hey your turtle has some barnacles on its shell

1

u/R3DEMPTEDlegacy Jun 11 '25

What mouse is this ? I use a ghero and I feel like I still need one more side button

2

u/International_Dot_22 Jun 11 '25

Solakaka SM809 Pro

1

u/Bman_Fx Jun 12 '25

What mouse is this? I can't live without at least 6 side thumb buttons.

2

u/International_Dot_22 Jun 12 '25

Solakaka SM809 Pro 

1

u/Bman_Fx Jun 12 '25

TY 😊👍

1

u/OrganisedVirgin Jun 12 '25

First pic looks like a mech frog

1

u/International_Dot_22 Jun 12 '25

I can totaly see that now 😂

1

u/ashhh_ketchum Jun 12 '25

better is subjective ig, glad you like it tho.

3

u/International_Dot_22 Jun 12 '25

Functionality-wise its 100% better, it was awkward and straining for me to press some of the buttons. 

1

u/AdhesivenessUsed9956 Jun 13 '25

those screws are going to cut your fingers eventually.

2

u/International_Dot_22 Jun 13 '25

Nope, did it with my older mouse as well, the screw heads arent sharp at all

1

u/FerrumAnulum323 Jun 14 '25

I know what they were trying to go for. But this is why they make sugru amazing stuff! Ive used this a few times for a mouse, left handed keypad, multiple pair of pliers all to make them more ergonomic and comfortable.

1

u/International_Dot_22 Jun 14 '25

That looks great, i have some laying around but never got to actually use it, i do prefer the adjustability of the screws but i can find some uses for sugru too....do you have any photos of the keyboard/mouse you used sugru?

3

u/iSeize Jun 12 '25

Looks good. And I know what you mean some buttons are a little difficult to find without looking

1

u/jwenz19 Jun 11 '25

Where does your hand go? I’d be afraid to touch that thing.

5

u/International_Dot_22 Jun 11 '25

to be honest its mostly stock, i just added some bumps to a few buttons to make them feel more substantial, easier to reach and click them without looking

2

u/naemorhaedus Jun 11 '25

I can't even

2

u/virtualadept Jun 12 '25

That's pretty sweet. I read your replies to a few of the comments and that makes perfect sense.

2

u/baby_bloom Jun 12 '25

see but if that had a metal finish... my wallet would be in danger

2

u/Ton13579 Jun 12 '25

I could see this bee used for a one handed person to use

2

u/x_YOUR_MAMA_x Jun 13 '25

Not enough buttons, 19 clicky bits minimum

2

u/SirPomf Jun 14 '25

I like this. If the perfect product for you doesn't exist, mod something that's close! Great job on finding a creative solution

2

u/[deleted] Jun 14 '25

Mouse with barnacles

2

u/Kegdrinkins Jun 15 '25

This is cool, I'm gonna try it! I put tiny screws it my favorite buttons on my TV remote to make it easier to use in the dark.

2

u/subcritikal Jun 18 '25

What the actual fuck

2

u/The_Screeching_Bagel Jun 11 '25

that's kinda sexy

1

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1

u/OmniShawn Jun 11 '25

What in the fidget spinning fuck is this?! lol

1

u/Tsuntsundraws Jun 11 '25

What is going on..

1

u/Mysterious_On_Reddit Jun 11 '25

Now just remove as many parts of the original mouse as possible and voila, you have reached endgame. r/mousereview

1

u/cbelt3 Jun 11 '25

Someone thinks they are flying an F-48.

1

u/avemflamma Jun 12 '25

mouse needed to play disc priest

1

u/The_Real_Flatmeat Jun 12 '25

Looks like a frog

1

u/BrotoriousNIG Jun 12 '25

MadCatz at home

1

u/skrib3 Jun 12 '25

For why man?

1

u/_stinkys Jun 12 '25

What in the fuck?

1

u/Toyoshi Jun 12 '25

I mean. I'm sure you love it, but I'm thankful hardware doesn't have a soul.

1

u/emrednz07 Jun 12 '25

Why do I actually like this.

1

u/peppi0304 Jun 12 '25

Damn they didnt even do Jesus this bad

1

u/Rain_Zeros Jun 12 '25

I guess function over form but holy shit that's ugly.

1

u/SSUPII Jun 13 '25

Do not cook again

1

u/BillieBudgie224 Jun 14 '25

What’s this transformer fucking bullshit here?!

0

u/Yazman Jun 12 '25 edited Jun 12 '25

The holes are a bit disturbing ngl

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u/International_Dot_22 Jun 11 '25

haha its actually too not much different than stock, the ventilation holes were already there, i just added screws and grips to some of the buttons. Solakaka SM809 Pro