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Will (auto) root & unroot. Work for the new ota 605.7 update for the HTC thunderbolt

Will (auto) root & unroot. Work for the new ota 605.7 update for the HTC thunderbolt
My friend wants to root the easy way ....NEED HELP will auto root work or not ...
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Yes but he should use the manual as most soft bricks occur with auto root.
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miketoasty said:
Yes but he should use the manual as most soft bricks occur with auto root.
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This. I don't trust "auto" roots.
The manual, ADB method is proven and not NEARLY as difficult as it may seem up front. You just have to follow the steps in jcase's thread, and you'll be done in half an hour. It's at least worth reading through.

TheStick13 said:
This. I don't trust "auto" roots.
The manual, ADB method is proven and not NEARLY as difficult as it may seem up front. You just have to follow the steps in jcase's thread, and you'll be done in half an hour. It's at least worth reading through.
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Completely agree. You don't even need to learn adb to use it it's all just copy and paste.
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i was trying to root my friends phone with captains script which holds your hand...
I came across a problem... when trying to flash the downgrade pcimgfile... kept saying "Main version older, update failed"
As per him, he has not flashed anything on his phone, everything is stock andhe got his phone about a month after i did (for it launch day). The script was able to push the files and all seems good, but i have not been able to pin point whats causing the error. (i didnt get to take a screen shot with the firmware and stuff) Ive rooted 2 phones without issues with the script and on this particular phone, it seems to be working fine until i try to flash the update.
will using adb manually help in this case? I am thinking no.... but if anyone encountered this, mind sharing what you did?

I have not had any issue with the script. Its similar to the JCase's method it just issues the commands for you. Capt includes a copy of the commands the scrips runs in his thread so I found it helpful to look at it while I ran the scrip so I knew what it was doing and when. Like any set of instructions its always good to read through it all once before you preform it so you know what to expect. If you just download everything, click start, and expect it all to run smoothly then you are likely to run into problems.
JCase's method is good to learn off of tho and might be easier for people to pin point where errors occur.

The error i am seeing is with the phone itself. I think something may have gotten updated?
the script its doing its job. I also reboot my pc and did a factory restore.

Well Capt's script says it only works with software version 605.6 or 605.9 which I assume from when it was written means 1.12.605.6 or 1.12.605.9. If the phone your using is using software version 1.13.605.7 then you should use JCase's method here

The software is 1.12.605.6
Could it be Jcase maybe also updated the downgrade img file?
That first step is causijg the problem when i try to downgrade (the first time you flash the img file)
*looked at the thread and also went to the original thread, file md info is the same for the ruu on both posts **
I also have all the original exploit files on my pc from when i rooted MY phone... since he had a software version that was on the original root threads, i didnt have to change anything

This may be an issue you would want to ask in the chat room that there is a link to in the Development section. If you look at the scripts contents as well as the manual instructions from JCase they are exactly the same up the the point you are getting stuck at. The MD5's even match. So I wouldnt expect doing one method over the other would solve your problem. Maybe someone on the chat could help you out tho.

yeah... im gonna have to go in there....
Its the same software as mines. I didnt modify any files on my pc.... it should have just worked. thanks for the feed back. Guess i will try when i get home later and have more time to mess with it.

So I had an issue in hboot, i am not sure if something was unconnected or what but i think i am in a bootloop.
It happened during the first round where you unplug you phone, I did and it started to check the sd image and had the expected no image error message.
after it checked them all the phone displayed a error message the the "main version is older" that "update failed" and to press power to reboot.
when i do that it takes me to another screen. I think its the fastboot screen and my only options are bootloader, reboot, reboot bootloader, power down. All of which lead me to the same problem and no way that i can figure out.
I found this while searching for a fix, would i be able to pull the sd card, flash the update, and start over again? (albe it with a different root program)
Thank you before hand for your help.

Nexus S 4G OneClickRoot!

Is anyone able to create a OneClickRoot for the Nexus S 4G? If not what is keeping someone from creating one?

This would be AWESOME! the unrooting process wasnt that difficult but it did take some time for me since i'm a noob at using the SNS 4G.
The rooting/unrooting sticky in the development section was extremely helpful.

Yeah.. It's really rather easy.
Unlock
Push CWM
Flash SU in CWM
Done

styckx said:
Yeah.. It's really rather easy.
Unlock
Push CWM
Flash SU in CWM
Done
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You for the step where you have to rename install-recovery.sh, otherwise CWM will keep getting removed everytime you reboot.
And, to anyone that is savvy with command line, yes this phone is super easy to root.
But oneclickroot's are nice to have for those less savvy folks out there.
No harm in having extra root methods, it would only help to grow the community.

It appears to be much easier than other phones. Look up the HTC Thunderbolt, for example.
Scary.

AshsToAshs said:
You for the step where you have to rename install-recovery.sh, otherwise CWM will keep getting removed everytime you reboot.
And, to anyone that is savvy with command line, yes this phone is super easy to root.
But oneclickroot's are nice to have for those less savvy folks out there.
No harm in having extra root methods, it would only help to grow the community.
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The NS4G doesn't have that file, CWM stays permanently so its a non issue

My NS4G had it. I was confused about why it kept booting into stock recovery until I read about renaming it. Anyhow, all I did was install Super Manager from the Market, grant it root access, and rename install-recovery.sh to install-recovery.bak. Pretty easy.

Not entirely true. I have it.
If someone can read and follow a guide then they can unlock, recovery, root this phone. Like someone said when I first started reading before doing anything, this phone is a very easy one to root and recovery and unlock (not in that order).
Just do it yo!
Just follow the directions. Look in the dev section. There's two stickies that talk about this stuff for the gsm and the cdma versions. If it were a snake, it would bite you! You can't miss it

terminal emulater
I have been rooting since the g1 and yes it appears to be extremely easy but it would be nice if some one could show the commands to do it through the terminal emulater. Plz someone help

Quite odd, if that is the case I wonder why some have it and some don't?

I know mine didn't.
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I though that all of them did? Mine was in the 'etc' folder in the root partition of my phone.

See now this is odd.... I can definitely say I DO NOT have that file. What I'd love to know is why people with the same phone do

I'm interested in a one-click root not because it is easier, but because most of the one-click methods enable you to root without a data wipe. It is my understanding that there is currently no way to root the NS4g without completely wiping your data. Am I correct?

davpel said:
I'm interested in a one-click root not because it is easier, but because most of the one-click methods enable you to root without a data wipe. It is my understanding that there is currently no way to root the NS4g without completely wiping your data. Am I correct?
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As far as I know, yes you are correct since it requires you to unlock the bootloader, but if you leave it unlocked then it shouldn't mess with any of your data (internal and sd partition).
I have the T-mo version and I don't have the install-recovery.sh anymore. I'm assuming because it was taken out in the custom rom that I'm using.

[GUIDE] Getting Started With Your G2x

Yes, this guide is outdated a bit. I lost my job and in between school, 3 kids, and writing resumes, I do not have the time to do the proper research and update this. I apologize for my desertion, however, if anyone would like to take it over, feel free to copy/paste the contents of this post and repost, update, and request a sticky from the mods.
Disclaimer
If you have an LG P999 (Not the P990!) you should not brick while using this guide. If you do happen to brick your device, I will not accept responsibility for it. Nor will I support you. There is more than enough information in our section to fully troubleshoot almost any known problem. If I link to a thread, please read AT LEAST the original post (OP) in its entirety before taking the steps it contains. If a method I linked does not work, please let me know. I don’t have the time to read every post on every thread on every section.
This guide is for Windows users only. If you are on a Mac or Linux box, there may be ways of doing this, but I don’t have any way of testing it. You’re on your own.
Purpose
So you just got the LG P999 (T-Mobile G2x or Wind O2x) or you’ve had it for a while and finally decided to root it. This is an updated step-by-step guide on what you need to do in order to unleash your device.
Credit
Thank you to all of the developers and scripters out there. I didn’t do any of the work and I claim no rights to anything linked in this guide.
Thanks to:
KiNG OMaR
jboxer
Volk
kairi_zeroblade
Mr Rusty
phburks
All the other people who contributed to all of these methods.
Anyone who spends their free time coding, modding, troubleshooting, helping, and a special thanks to anyone who does his or her research.
General Information
This guide assumes you’ve had your phone long enough to have gotten T-Mobile’s 2.3.3 Gingerbread update by now. If you’re on 2.2.2 Froyo, search on how to update to 2.3.3 Gingerbread as it will upgrade (maybe?) your radio as well.
If you are an advanced user and coming from a different phone and are used to different practices, let me break it down for you. The bootloader and radio are already unlocked (or S-OFF, if you will). There are only 2 radios which may actually be exactly the same, but they are not flashable zips. All ROMs are compatible with either radio.
All links are tested and up-to-date as of 11 April 2012.
Step 1: CWM
Install ClockworkMod Recovery (CWM) via NVFlash. This should always be your first step no matter what you intend to do with your device. Installing CWM will allow you to flash roms, kernels, etc., as well as recover from minor bricks or bad flashes. DO NOT install CWM via Rom Manager. The following thread will help you install NVidia's APX drivers and flash CWM via NVFlash:
[RECOVERY]CWM-Based Recovery 5.0.2.8 For P999(Internal & External SD)
After completing this step, you will be able to access CWM at any time from a power off state by holding the Power and Volume Down buttons until the white “LG” logo goes away and the blue “LG” logo appears. Release the buttons when you see the blue "LG" logo and wait for the CWM menu to pop up. I recommend at this point that you test it out to make sure it works and that you perform a backup with CWM. Once backed up, copy it to your computer, burn it to a CD, archive it on your tape drive, whatever. It’s just good practice to keep these things in case someone’s link goes down and you really needed that file to return to stock.
Step 2: Decision
Here, you will make a decision:
Are there any apps that you need to save your progress in (for example, Angry Birds scores, etc.) and can’t simply be reinstalled?
If no, skip to Step 4: Flash
If yes, proceed with Step 3: Root
Step 3: Root & Backup
I know, I know. There are apps that can backup your angry birds scores and all that, but this makes reinstalling all of your apps easier. First, you need to download an app to backup your apps. Titanium Backup is my favorite. The price tag seems a little high at first glance, but it’s worth it, especially if you plan on doing this to other phones in the future. Download Titanium Backup from the market, and purchase the PRO key. If you want to go the cheap route, there are alternatives. Next, we need root access. Achieve this by following this post:
[ROOT] G2X Gingerbread 2.3.3. stock ROM with flashable zip in Clockworkmod Recovery
You have a rooted phone and Titanium Backup now. Open Titanium Backup and allow it root access. Press menu, then “batch” and backup user apps only. Never backup system data. You will only get yelled at when people find out that you backup system data.
Step 4: Wipe & Flash
Select a ROM. There are many to choose from (stock Gingerbread, AOSP-based Gingerbread, AOSP-based Ice Cream Sandwich, MIUI). If you’re not sure what you’re looking at, flash one from each category and play with it for 30 minutes to make a final decision. Please read the OP for the ROM you are flashing and follow their directions. If it is not based on the stock ROM, you will need to flash a zip that contains Google’s Apps (gapps). Read your ROM’s OP for the details on this.
When you flash a new ROM, at a minimum, perform the “Wipe Data/Factory Reset” in CWM just prior to flashing the ROM. This will clear old data and cache. I recommend using:
[TOOL] G2x Nullifier [UPDATED!] 26 March Cache only Nullifier!
The dual wipe nullifier is in my opinion, not needed. Single wipe will be fine. Keep in mind, once you nullify, you need to flash a ROM immediately after you nullify! If you reboot after nullifying, you have a soft-brick that should be recoverable, but that’s extra grief you don’t need. So, again, make sure you have a ROM ready to flash on your SD card BEFORE you use the Nullifier.
Step 5: Restore & Enjoy
If you backed up your apps in Step 3: Root & Backup, open up the Market and redownload Titanium Backup and the PRO key (or whatever cheap alternative you decide on) and start it up, granting root access. Press menu, “batch” and restore missing apps with data.
All done! If you want to underclock or overclock or flash kernels, you need to read up on it. They will not be included in this guide.
I am open to *constructive* feedback. If your feedback is “this guide sucks,” move on. I don’t need you here. If you have a legitimate problem with the contents and maybe a suggestion on how to fix it, by all means, let me know. I know there are a couple guides out there, but some are outdated. Just putting a fresh one up for those just joining the game.
I don’t ask for donations. Save them for the people who do the real work. If I helped you out, just hit the thanks button.

Very simple and easy guide, nicley done
Sent from my LG-P999 using xda premium

Awesome Guide. I was thinking of doing something like that for noobs like me. You can include OC/UV guide from Klatmon
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1558080
Its a great guide. Plus you will have a complete G2x guide for dummies after this as Step 6 (optional) .

Great guide, only issue is in step 3 you say to gain root. The way we gain root is to flash a rom that already has it. I would recommend backing up data before that point us possible (i don't remember if backup apps can be run without root)
And, you might want to link to http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=24087341 thread for the cwm flashing, it's one file to download and one thing to run, helluva lot simpler for a first timer
Also, pm a mod and ask if you can get this stickied. We need something like this up top
Sent from my LG-P999 using Tapatalk 2

cricketAC said:
Awesome Guide. I was thinking of doing something like that for noobs like me. You can include OC/UV guide from Klatmon
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1558080
Its a great guide. Plus you will have a complete G2x guide for dummies after this as Step 6 (optional) .
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Yeah, my original thought was that the oc/uv guide was a little advanced for the level of the guide. I think I will add it though, thanks for the tip!
Klathmon said:
Great guide, only issue is in step 3 you say to gain root. The way we gain root is to flash a rom that already has it. I would recommend backing up data before that point us possible (i don't remember if backup apps can be run without root)
And, you might want to link to http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=24087341 thread for the cwm flashing, it's one file to download and one thing to run, helluva lot simpler for a first timer
Also, pm a mod and ask if you can get this stickied. We need something like this up top
Sent from my LG-P999 using Tapatalk 2
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The root method I linked to is merely a flashable zip with superuser. It keeps the current rom but adds root access so that people can back up their stuff prior to flashing.
I will add the easy flash for cwm for sure though. Thanks for the feedback!

r4d14n7 said:
Yeah, my original thought was that the oc/uv guide was a little advanced for the level of the guide. I think I will add it though, thanks for the tip!
The root method I linked to is merely a flashable zip with superuser. It keeps the current rom but adds root access so that people can back up their stuff prior to flashing.
I will add the easy flash for cwm for sure though. Thanks for the feedback!
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Lol my bad i didnt even read the link
Sent from my LG-P999 using Tapatalk 2

Don't we also have the option to create an update.zip from TBuPRO to reinstall all previous apps from within recovery??? I have read about it but never done it. And thanks for this great tut.

harrytorta said:
Don't we also have the option to create an update.zip from TBuPRO to reinstall all previous apps from within recovery??? I have read about it but never done it. And thanks for this great tut.
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i would highly advise against this...
doing that across roms of the same version is risky, doing it across roms of different versions is down-right mad. it just plops them back into the rom pre-installed with data and everything, bad bad bad idea.

I tried searching about it on google but found nothing so thanks for the reply. Kinda sucks that it would muck with things though :\

I've never done it either. It's tempting to "flash" your old apps back over, especially with the amount of time it takes for Titanium Backup to run, but as Klathmon stated, it's probably a bad idea. Patience is a virtue, I suppose.

Very easy guide for noobs like me, I have a problem my phone shows p999 in about phone and its have a logo of videotron. but the sticker at the back cover shows p990 :S should i go with p999 method ??

Hasooboy said:
Very easy guide for noobs like me, I have a problem my phone shows p999 in about phone and its have a logo of videotron. but the sticker at the back cover shows p990 :S should i go with p999 method ??
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That's an interesting situation. I would install the LGMobile Support Tool and see what model it says you have. If I had to *guess* it's a P999 but you should definitely contact one of the other Videotron users and ask them. That is beyond my scope of knowledge, so proceed with caution!

r4d14n7 said:
That's an interesting situation. I would install the LGMobile Support Tool and see what model it says you have. If I had to *guess* it's a P999 but you should definitely contact one of the other Videotron users and ask them. That is beyond my scope of knowledge, so proceed with caution!
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I have connect my phone with Lg software update its detect as p999dw and proceed towards the update process after Update process my phones become T mobile G2X which was videotorn earlier I am thinking of making new thread with all the information i have along with snap shoot

Hasooboy said:
I have connect my phone with Lg software update its detect as p999dw and proceed towards the update process after Update process my phones become T mobile G2X which was videotorn earlier I am thinking of making new thread with all the information i have along with snap shoot
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Yeah, enjoy your new G2x. haha...
Always nice to give back to the community! Give it a shot! I haven't seen much Videotron stuff here yet, just T-Mobile and Wind.

r4d14n7 said:
Yeah, enjoy your new G2x. haha...
Always nice to give back to the community! Give it a shot! I haven't seen much Videotron stuff here yet, just T-Mobile and Wind.
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One more thing i just want to know what happen if i install CWM of p999 which its is most probably then what happened if its p990 :S

Thanks!
Easy to follow, thanks alot!

Good guide, one additional section would be a general overview of ICS-based vs GB-based ROMs, advantages of ICS are latest Android OS, but downside is non-working binary drivers for video camera & playback & uses more memory for OS. GB is more functional & stable, but older-style.

Great Guide!!!!!:

thanks for this amazing guide. Works perfectly without any problems.

Hasooboy said:
I have connect my phone with Lg software update its detect as p999dw and proceed towards the update process after Update process my phones become T mobile G2X which was videotorn earlier I am thinking of making new thread with all the information i have along with snap shoot
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lol i wish i had you're problem. If my phone was doing that i'd have no issue what so ever getting the march 2012 baseband

GS3DebugFSRoot Bloat Free?

My first post!!!
Anyway, I wanted to know if the GS3DebugFSRoot rooting method removes all the bloat on the phone? Should I just go with this method or should I go the Odin method?

MisterBigs said:
My first post!!!
Anyway, I wanted to know if the GS3DebugFSRoot rooting method removes all the bloat on the phone? Should I just go with this method or should I go the Odin method?
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First, Welcome to XDA!
Back to your question, I am pretty sure that the GS3DebugFSRoot rooting method does not remove all the bloat from the phone. I personally think that the rooting method is better than the odin method, because it is faster and is a smaller download (waaaay smaller). However, the root you get from GS3DebugFSRoot is as good as any other root (because of the way root works). You can use that root access to remove the bloat you do not want.
In addition, after using Noxious Ninja's root method, you can use the root you get to flash a recovery to your phone, which you can use from there to flash many roms/mods/hacks/themes/etc such as CyanogenMod

It doesn't remove anything, just adds root/SU.

Thanks mustbepbs and yosterwp.
yosterwp, you lost me there. Isn't here a major thread of bricking or some other damage to the phone if I start removing some of the bloat myself? If I root the phone how would I know what can be safely removed?
Here is a list of what I'm looking for:
I want to be able to install APKs
I don't want any of the bloat from Verizon or Samsung
I would like to us HotSpot tethering
I don't think I need any custom mods
I do would like the ability to set it back to stock (with no trace of it having been rooted if possible)

Whoops! I guess a went a bit ahead of myself in that post. I'll look into your list in the order the criteria is put.
1. Umm, I believe you can install any apk you want even without root access (Go to Settings > Security > Unknown Sources and check the box). Now if the application requires SU, that's a different story and need SU access.
2. [This answers one of your main concerns too] I forgot where I found this thread, but I bookmarked this spreadsheet on Google Docs. It is a table showing what is safe to remove, what's risky to remove, and what you should not remove. However, if you are rooting for the sake of flashing a custom ROM, then you should forget removing the bloat, as the custom rom should be devoid of bloat to start.
3. HotSpot Tethering should already be on your phone without root or anything... Go to Settings > Mobile Hotspot.
3.5. If you are talking about not using that (because your plan prohibits it) --I'd rather not be the one who encourages violating contracts...
4. If you want to return to stock without a trace of being rooted, get ready for a HUGE download. Go to this thread and use your preferred downloading method. And remember to grab Odin from the link on the page. Thank the OP if you can. Then boot your phone into download mode. [(in computer with phone plugged in) adb reboot download] and then fire up Odin. In odin, hit PDA and then navigate to the large download. Finally just to make sure the flash counter appears to have not changed, go to this thread.
You should be good to go from there. I make no guarantee that my instructions will work for you, but it should point you in the right direction. And if you have any questions, let the forum know!

Wow! thanks for all the info.
One more question. What's your take on whether I need a Recovery tool?
I'm a software developer (web and Windows) and am planning on getting into coding on Android so I'm also looking for a crash course for that too. If you have a link for that I would greatly appreciate it.

MisterBigs said:
Wow! thanks for all the info.
One more question. What's your take on whether I need a Recovery tool?
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Just have Odin installed and on hand. While the easy root solution is nice, it's still a good idea to be familiar with Odin as you're going to NEED it if you get yourself in a pickle or want to go back to fully stock.

MisterBigs said:
Wow! thanks for all the info.
One more question. What's your take on whether I need a Recovery tool?
I'm a software developer (web and Windows) and am planning on getting into coding on Android so I'm also looking for a crash course for that too. If you have a link for that I would greatly appreciate it.
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If by recovery tool, you mean Odin, then i definitely would suggest getting Odin and the stock images for your phone. Hopefully you will never need it, but it is always good to have on hand. Familiarize yourself with it, especially if you are rooted.
If you are talking about a recovery partition, that is a definite must have when rooted! You can make complete backups of your phone in case something goes wrong as well. And it can do much more.
Now for the android crash course
If you are talking about developing apps, there is a user on YouTube, mybringback, who does excellent videos on developing apps on android for absolute beginners like me. I am not the greatest Dev (in C++ and Java), but his videos gave me a good foot into Java.
If you are talking about developing for the actual android system, then honestly, I have no clue. Many places will tell you how to download and build the source, but not much else... I am still trying to find a site that explains the source...
Hope that helps
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Cool. Thanks guys.
I'll be watching some videos now

[Q] Root/Custom Rom Help LG LW690 (Optimus C)

Hello,
I am new to the forums and android in general. Anyways, I am wondering if any one could advise me on the best steps to root and update my oldish android phone. It is currently on android 2.2.1 and has no support for 2.2.3 which is why I believe I need a custom rom.. I have looked thru numerous threads and sources but have yet to find a method i fully understand and trust, as i hear it.. you guys are very helpful and i am hoping that is true cause im about to pull my hair out at this point
Thanks in advance for any help, its appreciated very much.

Its great that you are showing interest in this. (Edited out, the device is stated in title xD).
Rooting shouldn't be as hard at installing a custom ROM. Older devices are rarely supported nowadays, unless it's really popular like the HTC Wildfire or something.
The best way to root your Optimus C is by using GingerBreak. Many users that have your device use that.
Info on other useful guides (rooting,cwm,ROMs) go here - http://androidforums.com/optimus-c-all-things-root/
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

Thanks for taking the time to repond/help. Anyways, after some more research I think I found a easy root solution.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=13086954
This method seems both easy and very sraight forward. Could any one please confirm? Id just like a lil insight before taking the plunge. lol
Note* I would link the posts stating this does work to gain root access but i cant post outside links untill i have 10 posts on XDA.

Don't worry, the root method should work just fine.
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

Ok, got it rooted
The next step would be to download rom manager and make a custom recovery using clockworkmod?
Btw~ incase someone is confused in the future. The root procedure was a few simple steps.
Before doing these steps make sure usb debugging is active. Also temp disable your anti-virus as it will flag the apk as a virus, This is a false positive.
1. Download the file from the first post in the thread. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1049944. (the easy way for me "since i don't have a usb cord" was to click the QR code link on the first post and scan it with one of the many free qr scanner apps from the play store.
2. Navigate to the download and install the APK.
3. Open Gingerbreak.
4. Click "root" and wait for your device to reboot. Thats all :laugh: "if the process takes more then ten minutes reboot your device and run it again"
5. You can go ahead and uinstall/delete the apk once you have sucessfully rooted.

The next step would be to download and install the devices custom recovery.
Don't just install any, again go to that site I had provided you with earlier that have the stock and custom .imgs with steps on how to install it.
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Ok so.. I have a problem, I was about to setup a custom recovery when all of a sudden Super User decided to update and now im a little lost. I have still have root acess and all of my root only apps are working perfectly fine. but every time i use a root app or reboot my phone since the SU update i get a message saying my binary files need to be updated. I try to update them and it fails every time, I have looked though a few threads and the only fix i could find was to use busybox installer. But.. busybox will not install on my device. How do i go forward with this? I don't want to mess anything up.. specially since i just thought i had it all figured out. :crying:

Nevermind, I guess i found a decent work around, I uninstalled the update and forced it to not auto update. I don't know if this is a bad practice but it seems to have solved the issue.

I like LG' phones. I am using LG P500 and very like...:good::angel: