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Pinfest 2020

The Newcastle Pinball Association is proud to announce...
PINFEST 2020.
Yes its on again for the 9th year!

Anyone keen on contributing a game to this awesome event, please send me a message. Only a few spots left.

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VPGL 16 - Double Flip (Rules for the competition)

Hi Pinballers,

Welcome to the Visual Pinball Gaming League with VPGL 16 - Double Flip. This tournament is the 4^th of the new decade and part of the overall VPGL 2020 and all gamers worldwide are welcome to play. You can join in at any time and play.

Competition:
The player...

MGLXLV - ARCADE HAVE A GO - TOURNAMENT DETAILS

Hi Gamers,

Welcome to arcade gaming with MGLXLV- Arcade Have A Go. This is the third tournament of the WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP OF ESPORTS for 2020. All gamers worldwide are welcome to game. You can also join in at any time.

Please watch the trailer below for the official tournament...

CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

I have taken a short break from my landscaping duties in the new house and just completed a Twilight Zone cabinet restore. As I have said before, there are many guys that do really nice resto work, and this thread is really to assist someone who is considering taking the step to have a go themselves....

Announcement: Western Australia set to have its very own Pinball Festival

Hi folks!

We’d like to share some exciting news with you all…

Western Australia is set to have its very own Pinball Festival 😊

With Western Australia starting to ease restrictions from tomorrow, we thought what better time to announce plans for a pinball festival...

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Reply to System 11 Opto Drop Target Issue - Whirlwind

by ajfclark

Also worth checking the optos themselves. A lot of phone cameras don't have IR filters, so you can check if the IR LED is working using that.
- Channel: Pinball Technical and Repair Questions
Today, 02:08 PM
Reply to Pinball in school.

by nich2pat

So kids were able to play it during class? That would have been distracting for those who hadnt finished work yet

We had a Walking Dead at my old work for a long time. Never got to play it because it was too loud for the office environment. Had to go in early or stay late if I wanted...
- Channel: Pinball
Today, 01:25 PM
Reply to One Armed Thingy

by rod71

Shouldn't be hard if it's purely mechanical. If it has electronics and a hopper it's most likely a boat anchor....
- Channel: Wanted - General
Today, 12:37 PM
Reply to High Scores - Avengers Infinity quest (Pro)

by toads

Updated...
- Channel: Pinball High Scores
Today, 12:35 PM
Reply to VPGL 16 - Double Flip (Rules for the competition)

by Yogo

Thanks heaps JAR for organising the latest comp. Work and family commitments got in the way a little and I missed a couple of deadlines. Still, had a lot of fun!...
- Channel: VPGL Tournament 16
Today, 11:55 AM
Reply to Houseball #6 2020 - Xmas Edition

by DAG

Bugger
And Santa bought you a big tongue kiss......
Maybe next year........
- Channel: Pinball Competitions, Tournaments and Leagues.
Today, 11:41 AM
Reply to System 11 Opto Drop Target Issue - Whirlwind

by Muzac

Thanks for the reply Boof Head I did have a brief look but there was nothing obvious. I’ll check again and reflow the solder etc. Cheers!
- Channel: Pinball Technical and Repair Questions
Today, 11:37 AM
Reply to MGLXLVI - NEON ARCADE - TOURNAMENT DETAILS

by BandontheRun

Zoo Keeper was right next to Front Line in my hometown arcade... ...
- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
Today, 10:48 AM
Reply to Arcade part clean out

by DiGiTaLJaM

Got another pair of nos black mcas $100 if anyone is chasing a set
Pickup is in Campbellfield...
- Channel: For Sale - Arcade
Today, 10:00 AM
TT Speed Race Color dip switches?

by AndrewY

I’ve managed to get my Taito TT Speed Race Color cocktail sort of running. However, the counter counts down to zero then resets from 90, meaning the game never ends. After a collision, the car restarts and the score keeps climbing. Would anyone know where the dip switches are? There are numerous pots...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Today, 09:58 AM
Reply to 2x CRT tube and chassis - PCBs - Taito Cocktail Spares

by TappityTap

I'm not sure I can to be honest but I'll look into it. The picture of lady bug was taken on it if that helps. I'd say the geometry is decent but the chassis could use a service....
- Channel: For Sale - Arcade
Today, 09:36 AM
Reply to Spooky Pinball - Rick and Morty.

by OurManinOz

Yeah, very true, I definitely concur with that side of the Spooky production process leading to much variation. I was well and truly anticipating at least some small adjustments somewhere. So far the only one I am keen to probably adopt is washers for the centre scoop to limit ball rejects, although...
- Channel: New Pinball Discussion
Today, 09:21 AM
Reply to Brisbane Pinball Club

by Lambo

It's pinball day! BPC meet at Netherworld from 4pm today. All the usual info as normal....

* $15 entry
* 10 Games qualifying
* Qualifying open from 4pm
* No new games to start after 9pm
* Top 16 through to finals at 9pm.

Bar will be open, kitchen closed....
- Channel: Pinball Competitions, Tournaments and Leagues.
Today, 09:02 AM
Reply to Lode Runner by Irem.

by dragonlee

Bumpity Bump...
- Channel: For Sale - Arcade
Today, 08:34 AM
Reply to USA Space invaders deluxe parts.

by dragonlee

Bumpity Bump....
- Channel: For Sale - Arcade
Today, 08:33 AM
Reply to Sydney to Jomac freight times lately

by Newo

Yeah thought that might be the case. I just booked with Couriers Please for $23 with approx time of 6 days so will see how they go. Cheers
- Channel: Monitor and Chassis Repair Help
Today, 07:23 AM
Reply to VPGL 16 - Double Flip (Rules for the competition)

by JustAnotherRat

Thanks for the suggestions. I've been busy with other things so have only just read this.

Having people put their own score into the spreadsheet as well as uploading a photo to here, in my mind, is expecting too much of the participants. I don't want to turn anyone off the competition because...
- Channel: VPGL Tournament 16
Today, 07:22 AM
Reply to 2x CRT tube and chassis - PCBs - Taito Cocktail Spares

by con

any chance you could display a cross hatch pattern on the 14 Toei - from taito cocktai ?
- Channel: For Sale - Arcade
Today, 07:10 AM
Reply to NTSCJ PSOne with LCD Screen

by redferatu

No comment on your sale, just something interesting that I commented after you had sold.

I always see it on ebay this guy selling one of these, sometimes for 3 days, sometimes 2 weeks. He puts and up and down. Sometimes its 550 sometimes 750. He has been doing it for a few years. That's...
- Channel: For Sale - Console
Today, 06:47 AM
Reply to MGLXLVI - Game 1 ~ Frogger (closes 13-Dec)

by Tortoguit Old

21640

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Today, 05:50 AM
Reply to Sydney to Jomac freight times lately

by Audioenslaved

I sent one via auspost and it took ages From memory about 2 weeks. I think on till the return was about a week from memory there are no flights so freight is going to take longer unfortunately I think your month is how long it’s going to take
- Channel: Monitor and Chassis Repair Help
Today, 05:27 AM
Reply to MGLXLVI - Game 1 ~ Frogger (closes 13-Dec)

by Tortoguit Old

13230

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- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
Today, 03:36 AM
Reply to MGLXLVI - Game 1 ~ Frogger (closes 13-Dec)

by RichyS

A small improvement - 1 more jump and it would have been a PB. 16,960

...
- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
Today, 02:39 AM
Reply to MGLXLVI - Game 2 ~ BurgerTime (closes 13-Dec)

by Wan1993

12.250
...
- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
Today, 02:28 AM
Reply to MGLXLVI - Game 2 ~ BurgerTime (closes 13-Dec)

by Wan1993

Oops, I ate my initial N in the image haha

10.750
...
- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
Today, 02:20 AM

Reply to System 11 Opto Drop Target Issue - Whirlwind

by ajfclark

Also worth checking the optos themselves. A lot of phone cameras don't have IR filters, so you can check if the IR LED is working using that.
- Channel: Pinball Technical and Repair Questions
Today, 02:08 PM
Reply to Pinball in school.

by nich2pat

So kids were able to play it during class? That would have been distracting for those who hadnt finished work yet

We had a Walking Dead at my old work for a long time. Never got to play it because it was too loud for the office environment. Had to go in early or stay late if I wanted...
- Channel: Pinball
Today, 01:25 PM
Reply to One Armed Thingy

by rod71

Shouldn't be hard if it's purely mechanical. If it has electronics and a hopper it's most likely a boat anchor....
- Channel: Wanted - General
Today, 12:37 PM
Reply to High Scores - Avengers Infinity quest (Pro)

by toads

Updated...
- Channel: Pinball High Scores
Today, 12:35 PM
Reply to VPGL 16 - Double Flip (Rules for the competition)

by Yogo

Thanks heaps JAR for organising the latest comp. Work and family commitments got in the way a little and I missed a couple of deadlines. Still, had a lot of fun!...
- Channel: VPGL Tournament 16
Today, 11:55 AM
Reply to Houseball #6 2020 - Xmas Edition

by DAG

Bugger
And Santa bought you a big tongue kiss......
Maybe next year........
- Channel: Pinball Competitions, Tournaments and Leagues.
Today, 11:41 AM
Reply to System 11 Opto Drop Target Issue - Whirlwind

by Muzac

Thanks for the reply Boof Head I did have a brief look but there was nothing obvious. I’ll check again and reflow the solder etc. Cheers!
- Channel: Pinball Technical and Repair Questions
Today, 11:37 AM
Reply to MGLXLVI - NEON ARCADE - TOURNAMENT DETAILS

by BandontheRun

Zoo Keeper was right next to Front Line in my hometown arcade... ...
- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
Today, 10:48 AM
Reply to Arcade part clean out

by DiGiTaLJaM

Got another pair of nos black mcas $100 if anyone is chasing a set
Pickup is in Campbellfield...
- Channel: For Sale - Arcade
Today, 10:00 AM
TT Speed Race Color dip switches?

by AndrewY

I’ve managed to get my Taito TT Speed Race Color cocktail sort of running. However, the counter counts down to zero then resets from 90, meaning the game never ends. After a collision, the car restarts and the score keeps climbing. Would anyone know where the dip switches are? There are numerous pots...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Today, 09:58 AM
Reply to 2x CRT tube and chassis - PCBs - Taito Cocktail Spares

by TappityTap

I'm not sure I can to be honest but I'll look into it. The picture of lady bug was taken on it if that helps. I'd say the geometry is decent but the chassis could use a service....
- Channel: For Sale - Arcade
Today, 09:36 AM
Reply to Spooky Pinball - Rick and Morty.

by OurManinOz

Yeah, very true, I definitely concur with that side of the Spooky production process leading to much variation. I was well and truly anticipating at least some small adjustments somewhere. So far the only one I am keen to probably adopt is washers for the centre scoop to limit ball rejects, although...
- Channel: New Pinball Discussion
Today, 09:21 AM
Reply to Brisbane Pinball Club

by Lambo

It's pinball day! BPC meet at Netherworld from 4pm today. All the usual info as normal....

* $15 entry
* 10 Games qualifying
* Qualifying open from 4pm
* No new games to start after 9pm
* Top 16 through to finals at 9pm.

Bar will be open, kitchen closed....
- Channel: Pinball Competitions, Tournaments and Leagues.
Today, 09:02 AM
Reply to Lode Runner by Irem.

by dragonlee

Bumpity Bump...
- Channel: For Sale - Arcade
Today, 08:34 AM
Reply to USA Space invaders deluxe parts.

by dragonlee

Bumpity Bump....
- Channel: For Sale - Arcade
Today, 08:33 AM
Reply to Sydney to Jomac freight times lately

by Newo

Yeah thought that might be the case. I just booked with Couriers Please for $23 with approx time of 6 days so will see how they go. Cheers
- Channel: Monitor and Chassis Repair Help
Today, 07:23 AM
Reply to VPGL 16 - Double Flip (Rules for the competition)

by JustAnotherRat

Thanks for the suggestions. I've been busy with other things so have only just read this.

Having people put their own score into the spreadsheet as well as uploading a photo to here, in my mind, is expecting too much of the participants. I don't want to turn anyone off the competition because...
- Channel: VPGL Tournament 16
Today, 07:22 AM
Reply to 2x CRT tube and chassis - PCBs - Taito Cocktail Spares

by con

any chance you could display a cross hatch pattern on the 14 Toei - from taito cocktai ?
- Channel: For Sale - Arcade
Today, 07:10 AM
Reply to NTSCJ PSOne with LCD Screen

by redferatu

No comment on your sale, just something interesting that I commented after you had sold.

I always see it on ebay this guy selling one of these, sometimes for 3 days, sometimes 2 weeks. He puts and up and down. Sometimes its 550 sometimes 750. He has been doing it for a few years. That's...
- Channel: For Sale - Console
Today, 06:47 AM
Reply to MGLXLVI - Game 1 ~ Frogger (closes 13-Dec)

by Tortoguit Old

21640

1 Photo
- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
Today, 05:50 AM
Reply to Sydney to Jomac freight times lately

by Audioenslaved

I sent one via auspost and it took ages From memory about 2 weeks. I think on till the return was about a week from memory there are no flights so freight is going to take longer unfortunately I think your month is how long it’s going to take
- Channel: Monitor and Chassis Repair Help
Today, 05:27 AM
Reply to MGLXLVI - Game 1 ~ Frogger (closes 13-Dec)

by Tortoguit Old

13230

1 Photo
- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
Today, 03:36 AM
Reply to MGLXLVI - Game 1 ~ Frogger (closes 13-Dec)

by RichyS

A small improvement - 1 more jump and it would have been a PB. 16,960

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- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
Today, 02:39 AM
Reply to MGLXLVI - Game 2 ~ BurgerTime (closes 13-Dec)

by Wan1993

12.250
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- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
Today, 02:28 AM
Reply to MGLXLVI - Game 2 ~ BurgerTime (closes 13-Dec)

by Wan1993

Oops, I ate my initial N in the image haha

10.750
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- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
Today, 02:20 AM

TT Speed Race Color dip switches?

by AndrewY

I’ve managed to get my Taito TT Speed Race Color cocktail sort of running. However, the counter counts down to zero then resets from 90, meaning the game never ends. After a collision, the car restarts and the score keeps climbing. Would anyone know where the dip switches are? There are numerous pots...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Today, 09:58 AM
Reply to Sydney to Jomac freight times lately

by Newo

Yeah thought that might be the case. I just booked with Couriers Please for $23 with approx time of 6 days so will see how they go. Cheers
- Channel: Monitor and Chassis Repair Help
Today, 07:23 AM
Reply to Sydney to Jomac freight times lately

by Audioenslaved

I sent one via auspost and it took ages From memory about 2 weeks. I think on till the return was about a week from memory there are no flights so freight is going to take longer unfortunately I think your month is how long it’s going to take
- Channel: Monitor and Chassis Repair Help
Today, 05:27 AM
Reply to Sydney to Jomac freight times lately

by mrjamma

Not exactly the same, but i sent a parcel express auspost to QLD and itll be 1 week as of tomorrow. No idea when itll get there , but delays are nuts at least with them
- Channel: Monitor and Chassis Repair Help
Today, 12:26 AM
Sydney to Jomac freight times lately

by Newo

Hi just wondering how Sydney siders have been sending their chassis to Jomac lately and how long it has been taking to arrive? I had a parcel come from Perth a couple of months ago using express post and it took 2 1/2 weeks so I’m worried I’ll burn up over a month just in freight times depending...
- Channel: Monitor and Chassis Repair Help
Yesterday, 06:13 PM
Reply to LAI cabinet refurbishment

by namastepat

Your cab, your call. However, someone will likely want that monitor, so don't toss it in the bin

If you ever want a crash course in CRT safety and adjustment, hit me up. I am always happy to help people learn more about monitors....
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 04:18 PM
Reply to Candy cab appreciation thread. I want candy!

by mR_CaESaR

Nah, these are three separate i/o's so they all have to be wired up differently
- Channel: Arcade
Yesterday, 03:41 PM
Reply to LAI cabinet refurbishment

by gsuttor

Gonna be honest, and I hope I don't get pulled over the purity coals for it, but I'm going to re-cycle it and go for an 4:3 aspect LCD solution.
I know that probably doesn't seem perfect for authenticity but the peace of mind I personally feel with it out of the way lifts a heavy weight I was...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 03:34 PM
Reply to Candy cab appreciation thread. I want candy!

by 1.21 Gigawatts

Nice work. It’s not unlike the Highway controller board in the Games Wizard Xtreme....
- Channel: Arcade
Yesterday, 03:21 PM
Reply to LAI cabinet refurbishment

by namastepat

You don't send the entire monitor, just the chassis that powers the tube. If the tube is fine (90% of the time they are) the chassis is the only thing that needs repairing. If the neck of the tube is intact and there is no obvious damage that would mean the tube is stuffed, I would pull the chassis...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 12:53 PM
Reply to LAI cabinet refurbishment

by gsuttor

This Joey (JOMAC) guy I'm reading about all over the forum that fixes CRT's, he is in Perth.
How much is it to send a CRT to Perth and back? Are there any local repairers in Brisbane that will work on them (house calls?).

I'm at the point if this thing cannot be fixed I just want...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 11:45 AM
Reply to Jamma Horizontal and Vertical position adjustment PCB

by MarkOZLAD

Got one of these on the way. One of my RGB modded sets doesn’t have enough vertical position adjustment to work with the 60 in 1 board installed in the cab.

Will report my results after it arrives. Might be a while....
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 09:26 AM
Reply to LAI cabinet refurbishment

by gsuttor

Put the PCB back and tested voltages.

+12v reading as +12.05
+5v reading as +5.02
-5v reading as approx. -4.8 (Not sure why it's low, probably because not being used by the PCB right?)

These are good right?

There are lights on the PCB but no sound on...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 09:06 AM
Reply to LAI cabinet refurbishment

by gsuttor

Yay for the small wins.

Now for the CRT, obviously I get 240V and my internal power box it working, so gonna plug the board back in to test the PSU.

But that bloody CRT.... I have no idea....
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 08:13 AM
Reply to Aristocrat MK6 Emulator

by aulantern

Nice job!
- Channel: Arcade
Yesterday, 04:53 AM
Reply to Aristocrat pokie service manual (EM)

by Davidgarty1965

Hi mate can you send me a copy thanks. Davie
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 04:44 AM
Reply to Does someone have a Battle Gear 4 Tuned Manual?

by prktkljokr

https://qanswers.site/?q=battle+gear...machine+manual
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
28 November 2020, 11:09 PM
Reply to The PVM-2730QM thread (H-STAT issue, colour bleed, convergence and more!)

by buttersoft

It would appear that the green line coming out of the QB board is overdriven, yes. Which would point to a problem on the green line on either the QA or QB boards. Please let us know how you get on.

Nice job thinking to swap the lines earlier than i mentioned - i certainly didn't!...
- Channel: Monitor and Chassis Repair Help
28 November 2020, 09:16 PM
Does someone have a Battle Gear 4 Tuned Manual?

by 2wenty2wo

Hi All,

Just wondering if anyone has a copy of the Battle Gear 4 Tuned manual/wiring diagrams/anything?

I've searched online and found nothing.

Thank you.
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
28 November 2020, 09:12 PM
Reply to Aristocrat MK6 Emulator

by 2wenty2wo

Thank you!

I got them from AliExpress (China).

For button inputs I'm using a "SJ@JX Development Keyboard Encoder" from Amazon.
For button light outputs I'm using a "Ultimarc PAC Drive" which I got from OzStick.
...
- Channel: Arcade
28 November 2020, 09:06 PM
Reply to LAI cabinet refurbishment

by gsuttor

I’ll put the board that came with the cab back in and test the +5v and +12v again as have no spare car light and don’t care much for the PCB. The fact multiple components feel like they aren’t getting power troubles me.

Any thoughts on the pink wires out of the transformer going the the...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
28 November 2020, 08:34 PM
Reply to LAI cabinet refurbishment

by Kool65

Yeah always replace the starter and tube at the same time....
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
28 November 2020, 08:21 PM
Reply to LAI cabinet refurbishment

by Autosteve

Yep, starter I would say too. Put a load on the 5vDC, an old car tail light bulb and socket is idea as you can put it either way around. It matters naught the bulb is 12volt and the power supply output your loading is 5vDC. All you want is a decent load and that will fully power up the power supply...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
28 November 2020, 08:17 PM
Reply to LAI cabinet refurbishment

by toads

Replace the starter....
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
28 November 2020, 08:04 PM
Reply to LAI cabinet refurbishment

by gsuttor

Ok got a new $7.70 fluro and watched a couple of videos. I get now that those white thing down below next to the transformer is the Electrical Ballast for the fluro and the starter next to it, so I'm assuming it's hooked up correctly and I just need to replace the fluro.

Since the wiring...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
28 November 2020, 07:56 PM

MGLXLVI - Game 1 ~ Frogger (closes 13-Dec)

by OOO

Fearless Amphibian …

MGLXLVI – Game 1 ~ Frogger

Nominated by gamer: wirre.the.man

ROMSet 106: frogger

Game Story:
Try and get your frog from one side of the road, over the river and into your home. To complete a level you must dodge...
- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
27 November 2020, 07:44 AM
MGLXLVI - Game 2 ~ BurgerTime (closes 13-Dec)

by OOO

Watch the egg …

MGLXLVI – Game 2 ~ BurgerTime

Nominated by gamers: Charlie Milne and Fire_Power

ROMSet 106: BTime (Data East Set 1)

Game Story:
The object of the game is for Peter Pepper to assemble four giant burgers without messing...
- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
27 November 2020, 07:57 AM
One Armed Thingy

by rusty_dagger

Looking for you know. One of those things with one arm.

Prefer Sth East Qld but will consider others.
- Channel: Wanted - General
Yesterday, 05:04 PM
MGLXLVI - Game 3 ~ Zoo Keeper (closes 20-Dec)

by OOO

Cage fight …

MGLXLVI – Game 3 ~ Zoo Keeper

Nominated by gamers: Arcadinator and jlemory1

ROMSet 106: zookeep (set 1)

Game Story:
The player controls Zeke, a zookeeper, attempting to rescue his girlfriend Zelda from a zoo where the...
- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
27 November 2020, 08:08 AM
TT Speed Race Color dip switches?

by AndrewY

I’ve managed to get my Taito TT Speed Race Color cocktail sort of running. However, the counter counts down to zero then resets from 90, meaning the game never ends. After a collision, the car restarts and the score keeps climbing. Would anyone know where the dip switches are? There are numerous pots...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Today, 09:58 AM
LAI cabinet refurbishment

by gsuttor

Hey all you experienced peeps, especially those that have this cabinet (I've seen some on here) as this is my first cabinet refurbishment attempt I would like to ask some questions before I start at it with a crowbar to get it open.

I went to take the back panel off like you usually would...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
27 November 2020, 06:08 PM
System 11 Opto Drop Target Issue - Whirlwind

by Muzac

Hi everyone,

Hope you’re all staying safe and sane.

I finally got my grail machine, the mighty Williams Whirlwind and I’m having an issue with one of the opto drop targets.

From using the switch edges and levels test I’ve worked out that on the three bank...
- Channel: Pinball Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 11:14 PM
Arcade part clean out

by DiGiTaLJaM

Hey guys cleaning out some parts here
not separating anything unless stated

all prices do not include shipping

box of NRI coin mechs untested
18 mechs and 4 wei ya mechs one in box new
$150 take the lot

box of 19 MCA used sticks the lot sold...
- Channel: For Sale - Arcade
28 November 2020, 05:52 PM
Sydney to Jomac freight times lately

by Newo

Hi just wondering how Sydney siders have been sending their chassis to Jomac lately and how long it has been taking to arrive? I had a parcel come from Perth a couple of months ago using express post and it took 2 1/2 weeks so I’m worried I’ll burn up over a month just in freight times depending...
- Channel: Monitor and Chassis Repair Help
Yesterday, 06:13 PM
Pinball in school.

by Boof Head

My wife is a primary school teacher and a part of the curriculum for yr6 involved learning about circuits. She wanted to show the kids that circuits can be involved in more than lights and power points in the home.

What better way than to show them something with plenty of circuits that’s...
- Channel: Pinball
27 November 2020, 11:13 PM
Extreme Hunting 2 $550

by Jason_roberts13

I need to clear some space in the shed so will be moving this on. Nice USA Extreme Hunting 2, everything is working except for the guns.
I have a feeling the gun io board is at fault but have lost patience with this and need the space.
Has had the following work done to it since I got it:...
- Channel: For Sale - Arcade
Yesterday, 10:20 AM
Willy Wonka LE

by jordano8

Willy Wonka LE - Jersey Jack Pinball in as new condition $13,900

Located on the Sunshine Coast, can arrange interstate transport with Bill....
- Channel: For Sale - Pinball
24 November 2020, 08:29 PM
[Sold , Pending Payment] Gottlieb Stargate

by nbaird1971

Hello All
Selling my stargate rebuild I did a couple of years ago. This machine has been completely rebuilt and works and plays perfect.

You can see my previous posts for the rebuild to see the effort that has gone into this.
https://www.aussiearcade.com/forum/p...ld#post14...
- Channel: For Sale - Pinball
28 November 2020, 12:06 PM
WWF Royal Rumble Speaker panels

by spaceballs

Just reaching out to see if any can help out please.
- Channel: Wanted - Pinball
Yesterday, 07:01 PM
Flinders Ranges Pinball Pub - Open For Holidays 12-12-2020

by razorsedge

OPENING PINBALL DAY

Saturday 12th December

For some time now I've been in search of somewhere closer to me to put a few pinball machines. Well some circumstances have come into alignment, so that I will be providing a number of Pinball Machines to the Caltowie...
- Channel: Arcade Meets, Gatherings and all things good.
25 November 2020, 10:51 PM
David Prowse (Darth Vader) passed away

by Pop Bumper Pete

David Prowse, the man in the Darth Vader suit for Star Wars episode 4,5 &6 has passed away

not many left from the original trilogy

Dave Prowse: Darth Vader actor dies aged 85 - BBC News
- Channel: TV and Movies
Yesterday, 06:21 PM
Does someone have a Battle Gear 4 Tuned Manual?

by 2wenty2wo

Hi All,

Just wondering if anyone has a copy of the Battle Gear 4 Tuned manual/wiring diagrams/anything?

I've searched online and found nothing.

Thank you.
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
28 November 2020, 09:12 PM
Sorcerer Pinball Machine

by adamsebas

Very nice Sorcerer up for grabs.

Back glass is excellent
Play field is very good (probably best original I’ve seen)
Cabinet is very good - has slight fading on one side and a few bumps and bruises but presents very well
Plays fast and brutal as it should

...
- Channel: For Sale - Pinball
26 November 2020, 01:26 PM
Card Machine

by litz

Looking for a working card machine that you use to find in pubs back in the day.

If you have one or know where I might find one,let me know,

Cheers.
- Channel: Wanted - General
26 November 2020, 04:16 AM
Connector help - DE WWF

by spaceballs

Can someone confirm for me the right pin and connector set for my Data East WWF.

This? hhttps://www.marcospecialties.com/pin.../5791-10862-09

With this? https://www.marcospecialties.com/pin.../5792-10817-09...
- Channel: Pinball Technical and Repair Questions
25 November 2020, 06:29 PM
How many amps can I get out of my Stern Power Distributor Board?

by thegrunta666

Hi All

I want to put under cab lighting on my Deadpool pinny.

Does anyone know how many amps/watts that I can draw from connector CN6 (12VDC) on the Stern power distributer board 520-5343-01.

I have asked Stern and they wont tell me !!!! and they said it will...
- Channel: Pinball
25 November 2020, 05:37 PM
Classic Stern pinball parts wanted

by richard.m

Looking for the following Classic Stern parts in any condition if any one can help. Happy to purchase from anywhere in oz. Thanks!

Some of the parts now have been sourced thanks to Daniel (ddstoys) still looking for the others.

Coin door entry bezel - 2 coin left...
- Channel: Wanted - Pinball
25 November 2020, 12:10 PM
SOLD pending Video unit cd\sticker things good for mame or video juke

by Davefjedi

Picked up some of these
Be good for a MAME cab or video jukebox
The PCs work but missing hard drive and the other boots win2000 but blue screens
Lights work
$50 each
Also spindles of the CDr`s 100 per spindle $40 each plus postage
Pickup Drouin Vic 3818
$50...
- Channel: For Sale - Arcade
Yesterday, 11:28 AM
MGLXLVI - SCOREBOARD

by OOO

Every story has a beginning ...

...
- Channel: MGLXLVI - Neon Arcade
Yesterday, 10:18 AM
Vale Diego Maradona

by ItsUrFeminitzNYImNietYoma

Vale Maradona.

In my view Greatest player of all time*. Growing up as a keeper I also despised him

Number 2: my favorite (if you can get it through that gap... you are a legend.)
Number 4: Hand of God
Number 5: Greatest Goal in World Cup History

...
- Channel: General Chat
26 November 2020, 09:11 PM