Playstation 1 Parallel Port

[yoursaboteur]

Forgive me if I'm posting this in the wrong section but I made a few searches and came up empty handed. Figured I'd maybe have some luck here

I recently picked up an old, but working, beat up PS1 for next to nothing. I took it apart and cleaned it up; it looks practically brand new now. However, the previous owner must have discarded or misplaced the cover that goes over the Parallel I/O port.

Can anyone help me track one down or steer me in a better direction? I've checked eBay but I'd like to avoid buying a junk console just for the cover. Shipping prices alone on that site are next to ridiculous

Here's a picture of the port cover I found online with a quick image search:

[CRTGAMER]

I recently picked up an old, but working, beat up PS1 for next to nothing. I took it apart and cleaned it up; it looks practically brand new now. However, the previous owner must have discarded or misplaced the cover that goes over the Parallel I/O port.

Can anyone help me track one down or steer me in a better direction? I've checked eBay but I'd like to avoid buying a junk console just for the cover. Shipping prices alone on that site are next to ridiculous

Just keep hitting local Swap Meets and Thrift Stores, another will turn up. Keep in mind the newer grey models do not have a parallel port. Instead of a cover, maybe cover the hole with a utility cart? Most of the cheat carts bypass the opening screen for a quicker load.

[yoursaboteur]

I recently picked up an old, but working, beat up PS1 for next to nothing. I took it apart and cleaned it up; it looks practically brand new now. However, the previous owner must have discarded or misplaced the cover that goes over the Parallel I/O port.

Can anyone help me track one down or steer me in a better direction? I've checked eBay but I'd like to avoid buying a junk console just for the cover. Shipping prices alone on that site are next to ridiculous

Just keep hitting local Swap Meets and Thrift Stores, another will turn up. Keep in mind the newer grey models do not have a parallel port. Instead of a cover, maybe cover the hole with a utility cart? Most of the cheat carts bypass the opening screen for a quicker load.

I'll be on the lookout in the meantime - thanks for the advice!