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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....

VPGL 15 - Post Pass - Rules

Hi Pinballers,

Welcome to arcade gaming competition with VPGL 15. This tournament is the 3^rd 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 with the most points...

MGLXLIV - Arcade Runner - RULES

Hi Gamers,

Welcome to arcade gaming with MGLXLIV - Arcade Runner. This is the second 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...

Gottlieb Sea Belles August 1956

gottlieb sea belles 1956

so, how many years does it make her?

bill picking up a project in the next few days, a very dirty, neglected old 50s woody.

so good these are still out there, though very rare now.

lets start with the new playfield plastics...

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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12:00 AM | This is Sunshine Coast Pinball’s main monthly club competition open to all players, no competitive experience necessary.

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Bally Vector

by Railways

You know the saying. You can't have them all. So its time now to move on my 1982 Bally Vector.

In good condition. Not mint but not a roughie either - somewhere in between but definetly better than average.
Only 3500 made.
Notable features; 4 flippers, split level playfield,...
- Channel: For Sale - Pinball
Today, 12:07 PM
Reply to MGLXLIV - SCOREBOARD

by OOO

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- Channel: MGLXLIV - Arcade Runner
Today, 11:59 AM
Reply to Fish Tales F114 & F115 check fuses

by Bishop

Sorry for the late reply. Working a few hours. Thanks for the info everyone but the problem is still there. Bridges are all good. Going to change the female connectors on a couple of wiring groups and take it from there. Any other suggestions....
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Reply to MGLXLIV - Game 3 ~ Van-Van Car (closes 12-Jul)

by OOO

Day 16 of 17 ...

Where did you park your car?

More fun and games.

Only 1 day to go until this game is closed.

...
- Channel: MGLXLIV - Arcade Runner
Today, 11:58 AM
Reply to MGLXLIV - Game 4 ~ Toobin' (closes 19-Jul)

by OOO

Day 9 of 17 ...

Need more water? Go here ...

...
- Channel: MGLXLIV - Arcade Runner
Today, 11:55 AM
Reply to MGLXLIV - Game 5 ~ Son Son (closes 26-Jul)

by OOO

Day 2 of 17 ...

Son x 2 ...

Find the points and be rewarded.

...
- Channel: MGLXLIV - Arcade Runner
Today, 11:52 AM
Reply to MGLXLIV - Game 6 ~ Galaxian (closes 26-Jul)

by OOO

Day 2 of 17 ...

G-A-L-A-X-I-A-N

The terror from outer space ...

Now invading your home. Fight back.

...
- Channel: MGLXLIV - Arcade Runner
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by Noob-A-Tron

Now Sold Thankyou
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by mpash

Pm sent
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Reply to Stern X-men pro or le

by Dedrok

Best machine, especially the blue....
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Today, 10:53 AM
Reply to MGLXLIV - Game 6 ~ Galaxian (closes 26-Jul)

by OOO

Now that new avatar is definitely you. All the best with the "Froggy" game, and now it's time for Galaxian!...
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Today, 10:41 AM
Reply to MGLXLIV - Game 3 ~ Van-Van Car (closes 12-Jul)

by MrPitchy

117300...
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Today, 10:41 AM
Reply to AA's JOKE OF THE DAY please add to daily.

by PahMan

How many cops does it take to push a restrained suspect down a flight of stairs?

None. The bastard tripped!
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Today, 10:41 AM
Reply to MGLXLIV - Game 6 ~ Galaxian (closes 26-Jul)

by MrPitchy

I cannot believe I missed your message! Apologies didn't mean to come across as rude.

I love the avatar as well its brilliant

And thank you for the kind words on my pb! Hoping I can get back to that great game later this year....
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Today, 10:38 AM
Reply to MGLXLIV - Game 5 ~ Son Son (closes 26-Jul)

by OOO

I like this one too. Also, all you gamers here are going to make history. This has never been played before in the MGL, so fill up the scoreboard and go as high as you can.

...
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Today, 10:34 AM
Reply to MGLXLIV - Game 6 ~ Galaxian (closes 26-Jul)

by OOO

Sounds like you used to be able to get 800s in the past. Try and make the past the present. It will take some time, but it's worth it on Galaxian. Some say Galaxian is better than Galaga....
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Today, 10:28 AM
Reply to CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Glenn70

Yes, will do. Since the site was upgraded with the new look, I haven't posted many pics. Will definitely read and address for next time. Cheers....
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Today, 10:25 AM
Reply to MGLXLIV - Game 6 ~ Galaxian (closes 26-Jul)

by OOO

Cool. This is the message I sent to you with the Frogger avatar. You probably missed it.

MGLXLIV - Game 1 ~ Bank Panic (closes 5-Jul) - Aussie Arcade

And I love your PB on Frogger. Absolutely stellar! 590,500.

Twin Galaxies...
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Today, 10:16 AM
Reply to VPGL 15 - Game 1 ~ Heat Wave

by MrBungle

Heat wave 1752
...
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Today, 10:08 AM
Reply to MGLXLIV - Game 4 ~ Toobin' (closes 19-Jul)

by OOO

LOL....
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Today, 10:07 AM
Reply to Game Elf Controller Issues

by Gemini2544

I've got a Blue elf 2 and found a wiring error on mine. If I remember correctly a wire on the Jamma harness is a GROUND and not a switch as advised in the instruction booklet. It's a printing error. Pins #28 or #29 comes to mind but I'll need to check it for you.
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Today, 10:06 AM
Reply to MGLXLIV - Game 4 ~ Toobin' (closes 19-Jul)

by OOO

You need to get that Terminator in the water....
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Today, 10:04 AM
Reply to VPGL 15 - Game 3 ~ Comet

by MrBungle

2406710.
The top score was "Jeds" as he was warming up.
...
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Today, 10:03 AM
Reply to MGLXLIV - Game 6 ~ Galaxian (closes 26-Jul)

by MrPitchy

Will get it set up tomorrow

I am the same MrPitchy who loves frogger did not know there was a frogger avatar will have to use that!...
- Channel: MGLXLIV - Arcade Runner
Today, 10:02 AM
Reply to MGLXLIV - Game 6 ~ Galaxian (closes 26-Jul)

by OOO

You can use your PCB, as Ben mentioned. Just make sure the settings are correct as per the game thread at AA. Go for it!

And are you go to use the Frogger avatar? Or have I got the wrong Mr Pitchy here?...
- Channel: MGLXLIV - Arcade Runner
Today, 09:55 AM

Reply to Fish Tales F114 & F115 check fuses

by Bishop

Sorry for the late reply. Working a few hours. Thanks for the info everyone but the problem is still there. Bridges are all good. Going to change the female connectors on a couple of wiring groups and take it from there. Any other suggestions....
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Today, 11:59 AM
Reply to CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Glenn70

Yes, will do. Since the site was upgraded with the new look, I haven't posted many pics. Will definitely read and address for next time. Cheers....
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Today, 10:25 AM
Reply to Terminator 2 build from Scratch

by scotty

following - good luck
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Today, 09:39 AM
Reply to CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Arcade King

Top work Glen, thread has been featured and stickied.
Just a suggestion for future reference when uploading a stack of pics try using this method Uploading pictures to the Slidshow *Please Read* - Aussie Arcade
It will save you having to embed all those pics
Thanks for...
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Today, 08:15 AM
Reply to CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by KJS

Great write up Glen. Thankyou for posting.
Pretty much do exactly the same thing.
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Today, 03:21 AM
Reply to CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Brendo 78

Awesome write up about to attempt this process myself you have settled a few nerves! and given me a process to follow Thanks for sharing 👍🏼
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Today, 12:27 AM
Reply to CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Glenn70

Thanks heaps Steve. I haven't done a cab restore / re-decal since my own MM conversion 18 months ago and have since seen and heard a few AA members and pinheads ask about it. I really like the restoration side of the hobby, probably more than playing for some reason I cannot explain. Just hard trying...
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Yesterday, 11:20 PM
Reply to CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Autosteve

Outstanding "How To". I learnt a lot. This part of restoration I have never had a need to do but I'm sure I will one day. Thanks for shareing your knowledge.
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Yesterday, 11:13 PM
Reply to CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Glenn70

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Yesterday, 11:04 PM
Reply to CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Glenn70

I use a torch to assist in lining up and centering the decals....
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Yesterday, 10:56 PM
Reply to CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Glenn70

...
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Yesterday, 10:53 PM
Reply to CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Glenn70

...
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Reply to CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Glenn70

...
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Reply to Terminator 2 build from Scratch

by ddstoys

Might be able to help with the emi board...
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Yesterday, 10:42 PM
Reply to CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Glenn70

STEP 3 - DECAL APPLICATION

The paint on the cab MUST be fully cured and dry before this step is started. I usually wait at least 1-2 weeks, depending on climate/weather (I’m in Melbourne remember).

There are generally two methods of decal application: wet or dry. I know blokes...
- Channel: Pinball Restoration's
Yesterday, 10:41 PM
Reply to CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Glenn70

STEP 2 - PAINTING

Once again, there are many ways for this to be done. Some guys just spray paint around the edges, some apply decals straight onto the old ones, some use just paint, some use a spray primer, etc, etc. I use my method as I feel my restorations are closer to high end, than...
- Channel: Pinball Restoration's
Yesterday, 10:36 PM
CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Glenn70

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....
- Channel: Pinball Restoration's
Yesterday, 10:33 PM
Reply to Terminator 2 build from Scratch

by Brendo 78

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- Channel: DMD (Dot Matrix display) Pinball Restorations
Yesterday, 10:31 PM
Reply to Terminator 2 build from Scratch

by Brendo 78

The canon parts are available not new that I have found but I have sourced second hand Parts from around the globe that I need to pull apart and clean etc. I need to find/make a bracket missing from the motor assembly that the limit switches fit to and need the PCB EMI Board for the motor but might...
- Channel: DMD (Dot Matrix display) Pinball Restorations
Yesterday, 10:20 PM
Reply to Terminator 2 build from Scratch

by Brendo 78

My current wiring loom

1 Photo
- Channel: DMD (Dot Matrix display) Pinball Restorations
Yesterday, 10:11 PM
Reply to Terminator 2 build from Scratch

by Brendo 78

Well regarding the wiring I would love to pick up a harness if anyone has one laying around but I have the Addams to copy cabinet wiring and the loom I have is as per picture below 😂I’m a fridge mechanic so control wiring doesn’t scare me I have a manual but obviously that has mistakes in it...
- Channel: DMD (Dot Matrix display) Pinball Restorations
Yesterday, 10:07 PM
Reply to High Scores - Jurassic Park Premium/LE (Stern)

by nich2pat

3,379,189,130

Slightly better than the last score, but didn't make it to Escape Nublar on this game. I did manage to get Secure Control Room champ and 9 fossils in this game. Did well during the T-REX and control room modes. A 350m Pteranadon shot too.

...
- Channel: Pinball High Scores
Yesterday, 08:52 PM
Reply to Tumbleweed Pinball

by kress

Been hooked playing this lately
so close.The score has been rolled plenty of times
but I've never finished the game.

...
- Channel: Home Brew Pinball Projects
Yesterday, 08:24 PM
Reply to Terminator 2 build from Scratch

by jono

Very nice. Looking forward to seeing our progress.

I reckon the canon would be the only mech that isn't a standard part. Is that available?
- Channel: DMD (Dot Matrix display) Pinball Restorations
Yesterday, 07:44 PM
Reply to High Scores - Batman 66

by oldhank

I got 200mill once on that machine i did a happy dance...
- Channel: Pinball High Scores
Yesterday, 04:50 PM

Reply to Game Elf Controller Issues

by Gemini2544

I've got a Blue elf 2 and found a wiring error on mine. If I remember correctly a wire on the Jamma harness is a GROUND and not a switch as advised in the instruction booklet. It's a printing error. Pins #28 or #29 comes to mind but I'll need to check it for you.
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Today, 10:06 AM
OUTRUN cockpit plans & ideas.

by Gemini2544

I have been given six 1200mm x 2400mm MDF sheets and an thinking of building a sit inside driving cockpit. Has anyone got plans of one made? I'm looking for inspiration. I have a XBOX Outrun2 setup currently that works great.

...
- Channel: Arcade
Today, 09:52 AM
Reply to Pacman Pcb Repair help needed

by channelmaniac

I use a pre-made JAMMA adapter on my test bench. Works quite well.
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Today, 02:14 AM
Reply to Konami 054544 Reproduction Board

by channelmaniac

The solder pads on the bottom side need to be the absolute minimum in size to help keep from bridging under. If yours is designed that way, I'll take 10 boards, shipped to Texas....
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Today, 12:05 AM
Reply to Konami 054544 Reproduction Board

by cwispy

Here is the 054986A module so far. Need to error check it before I send it off for the test run of boards.

...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 05:12 PM
Reply to Konami 054544 Reproduction Board

by cwispy

There is nothing on the bottom, which is why I do not show it. All the components are on the top and the pads for the 44pin Asic are standard TQFP44 landing pads. The pads on the one you show also looks about the right size, but it is hard to tell from a photo....
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 04:08 PM
Sega Blast City audio cable for MAME setup

by Necron

G'day,

I've got my MAME setup almost complete, now I just need to get audio from my PC to the cab's amp/speakers. From what I've researched, there's the expensive way (buying a 600-7143-001 loom) or a few cheap ways, one which involves sending audio from the PC to the Line Sound L/R pins...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 03:50 PM
Reply to Game Elf Controller Issues

by mrjamma

I went to a members home a couple years back for something similar, but on a Pandoras box.

Something similar, maybe like player 1 left stuck on or something. Tested another Pandora - issue fixed, so knew it wasnt wiring.

For the sake of full diagnosis whilst I was there, had...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 11:34 AM
Reply to Student needs a sensei. A request for help from an Neo Geo MVS beginner..

by iborg

just further to whats already been mentioned. There's a EL-MVS board which controls the EL panels which is prone to go bad. Check that for any burnt components.

Also with regard to card reader. I've personally worked with the same type of card readers that Neo Geo use and they notorious...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 11:05 AM
Reply to Pacman Pcb Repair help needed

by Arcade King

Safest option is to get a pre made jamma adapter. JAMMA ADAPTER - GameDude Computers
Pretty cheap....
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 08:45 AM
Reply to Student needs a sensei. A request for help from an Neo Geo MVS beginner..

by Arcade King

They used EL panels here in the LAI NEOGEO cabs as well. Another option is to use LED's to light the panels up which somebody on here did a long time ago....
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 08:42 AM
Reply to Pacman Pcb Repair help needed

by abispacman

Yes sound works good, im still trying to find what i did wrong with the pinout, and as i saw on some other forums ,some other folks had the same problem, that lead me to believe that the pinout on the internet is wrong.
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 05:20 AM
Reply to Student needs a sensei. A request for help from an Neo Geo MVS beginner..

by channelmaniac

In the USA the marquee lights are EL panels that switch to light up the game currently in play. Those EL panels go out over time. You can find replacements from time to time on eBay, but you have to trim them to size and figure out how to connect wires to them. When they stop lighting up, you'll probably...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 04:29 AM
Reply to Konami 054544 Reproduction Board

by channelmaniac

What does the bottom look like?

The HUGE problem with one of the others on the market is the large size of the pads on the bottom of the PCB which leads to solder shorts under the PCB and around the pins being used.

You have to solder the pins VERY lightly to...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 04:19 AM
Reply to Game Elf Controller Issues

by Arrowhead Gamer

Thanks so much for the suggestion! I'll try that next. Seems strange that I had another of the exact same board a year ago and had a similar problem in the same cabinet. The guy I got the cabinet from claims he's never seen the board itself produce that problem but not sure how many he's dealt with...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
Yesterday, 02:56 AM
Reply to Sega Astro City Mini

by Spawn069

I believe you can pre-order through this website: Sega Astro City Mini | Nin-Nin-Game.com...
- Channel: Arcade
9 July 2020, 08:10 PM
Big Buck HD 60 inch plasma

by Noob-A-Tron

Hoping someone can help i have a Big Buck Hunter HD with a 60 inch LG plasma LG 60pa6500. I can not get it out of standby the red light on monitor wont go away did a little research and found it might be a capacitor no idea. I have 2 Questions anyone close to Warragul Gippsland Vic able to come and...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
9 July 2020, 07:09 PM
Reply to Game Elf Controller Issues

by mrjamma

Short of trying it in another cabinet, the only other thing I could suggest is getting some insulation tape, cutting a piece, putting it over the PCBs Pin 19 bottom side (known as W), and then put your JAMMA harness back onto the pcb. If taped properly to size and covering the pin contact completely,...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
9 July 2020, 05:58 PM
Reply to Mortal Kombat 2 -Resto

by Ponty

Thanks Nice to know...
- Channel: Arcade
9 July 2020, 05:21 PM
Donkey Kong US Cab - monitor repair NSW?

by mrjamma

Hey guys

Trying to help out a mate who owns a US import Donkey Kong cab

The monitor tube is Sanyo (model 510UTB22), and Chassis says JAPAN EZV 1150523 , and 20-5E DJR (I think they may be just known as a 20-EZV chassis)

Had a chat with Joey and unfortunately he...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
9 July 2020, 04:52 PM
Reply to Mortal Kombat 2 -Resto

by namastepat

Nanao, nice. Better than the Korteks we got so much in Aus.
- Channel: Arcade
9 July 2020, 04:49 PM
Reply to Mortal Kombat 2 -Resto

by Ponty

Hopefully original tube - if anyone can confirm...

1 Photo
- Channel: Arcade
9 July 2020, 03:45 PM
The history of ninja gaiden part two

by patmanqc

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com

Part two of the history of this innovative series Please visit my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/pdbowl Follow me on Twitter at https://twitter.com/pdqc1...
- Channel: Arcade
9 July 2020, 03:43 PM
Game Elf Controller Issues

by Arrowhead Gamer

I'm totally new here and have had a Game Elf tabletop system that is giving me issues with just the 2p joystick down. The I/O test shows the 2P down as closed even when I have the controller completely unplugged so trying to figure out if it's a short in the wiring or the board itself. This is the 2nd...

3 Photos
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
9 July 2020, 03:17 PM
Reply to Mortal Kombat 2 -Resto

by dime666bag

Looks og , hopefully not an Orion tube mine just crapped itself after 1 & 1/2 years ,absolutely friggin beautiful ! 😍
- Channel: Arcade
9 July 2020, 01:33 PM

4 Aug

Sneaky Wednesday August - By Sunshine Coast Pinball

12:00 AM | This is Sunshine Coast Pinball’s main monthly club competition open to all players, no competitive experience necessary.

Come after work, enjoy the Sneaky Baron hospitality and make new friends. Warm up from 5:30pm comp from 6:00pm. We have a terrific friendly player group and new...
1 Sep

Sneaky Wednesday September - By Sunshine Coast Pinball

12:00 AM | This is Sunshine Coast Pinball’s main monthly club competition open to all players, no competitive experience necessary.

Come after work, enjoy the Sneaky Baron hospitality and make new friends. Warm up from 5:30pm comp from 6:00pm. We have a terrific friendly player group and new...
6 Oct

Sneaky Wednesday October - By Sunshine Coast Pinball

12:00 AM | This is Sunshine Coast Pinball’s main monthly club competition open to all players, no competitive experience necessary.

Come after work, enjoy the Sneaky Baron hospitality and make new friends. Warm up from 5:30pm comp from 6:00pm. We have a terrific friendly player group and new...
3 Nov

Sneaky Wednesday November - By Sunshine Coast Pinball

12:00 AM | This is the last event in this seasons fixture. Sneaky Wednesday is Sunshine Coast Pinball’s main monthly IFPA listed club competition open to all players, no competitive experience necessary.

Come after work, enjoy the Sneaky Baron hospitality and make new friends. Warm up from 5:30pm...
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CABINET RESTORATION - TZ - to assist others

by Glenn70

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....
- Channel: Pinball Restoration's
Yesterday, 10:33 PM
OUTRUN cockpit plans & ideas.

by Gemini2544

I have been given six 1200mm x 2400mm MDF sheets and an thinking of building a sit inside driving cockpit. Has anyone got plans of one made? I'm looking for inspiration. I have a XBOX Outrun2 setup currently that works great.

...
- Channel: Arcade
Today, 09:52 AM
MGLXLIV - Game 6 ~ Galaxian (closes 26-Jul)

by OOO

Galaga’s mum …

MGLXLIV – Game 6 ~ Galaxian

Nominated by gamers: Joonas and MrPitchy

ROMSet 106: galaxian (namco set 1)

Game Story:
A game where a spaceship flies back and forth shooting aliens in space.

Score Submi...
- Channel: MGLXLIV - Arcade Runner
8 July 2020, 09:12 AM
Jersey Jack Dialed In LE

by Koops
Dialed In LE.
- HUO.
- Immaculate.
- Two previous owners.
- original inivsiglass
- custom target decals + extra set
- crazybobs mod
- $10k
...
- Channel: For Sale - Pinball
Today, 09:39 AM
Terminator 2 build from Scratch

by Brendo 78

Well where do I start I have been addicted to pinball since the early 90’s when I wouldn’t eat lunch at school to be able to drop $5 into Getaway and the Addams Family on the way home. When I left school and started my apprenticeship I used to get the Melbourne Trading post and see the machines...
- Channel: DMD (Dot Matrix display) Pinball Restorations
9 July 2020, 11:48 PM
MGLXLIV - Game 5 ~ Son Son (closes 26-Jul)

by OOO

Adventures abound …

MGLXLIV – Game 5 ~ Son Son

Nominated by gamers: timmell

ROMSet 106: sonson

Game Story:
Son Son must travel through many different stages fighting against Japanese enemies on his way to rescue his friends....
- Channel: MGLXLIV - Arcade Runner
8 July 2020, 09:10 AM
Stern X-men pro or le

by DiGiTaLJaM

Hey guys
chasing stern X-men pro or le if anyone has one for sale at a reasonable rate...
- Channel: Wanted - Pinball
Yesterday, 06:53 PM
DE Star Trek Translite

by aulantern

Mine is about 95% good...Wondering if anyone has a minty one out there?
- Channel: Wanted - Pinball
Today, 08:38 AM
Wanted - DE Last Action Hero Translight

by Martymart

Just checking before I place an order O/S to see if anyone has a Data East Last Action Hero translight lying around they would like to sell.

If you have one to move on please let me know.
- Channel: Wanted - Pinball
Yesterday, 09:37 PM
Vector sling plastic

by Railways

A long shot I know but would like to find an intact LHS sling plastic for a Bally Vector. Used or NOS but needs to be intact.

thanks team.
- Channel: Wanted - Pinball
Yesterday, 05:47 PM

WH20 for sale

by Noob-A-Tron

Up for sale is my Whitewater i love this machine and it is a regretful sale. I bought this sometime in 2017 and had some people on AA restore it and made friendships because of it hence the regretful sale.
What has been done is a lot.
Complete cabinet restoration including:
...

no idea 40.00%	2
no idea 60.00%	3

Channel: For Sale - Pinball

Yesterday, 04:52 PM

If I were to sell my machines....

by WOKA

If I were to sell my all machines and have multiple, largish amounts of cash just hit my account from time to time is this going to be ok..? Is the ATO going to wonder what is going on..

My machines like many are just a hobby, there is no money to be made other that maybe sell overs what...
- Channel: General Chat
7 July 2020, 04:54 PM
Crafty's 3rd Annual - Pinball and Arcade Meet / Open House

by Crafty

After the last 2 years epic events, and the promise that I would do it again

See here for photographic evidence of previous Crafty's First Meet - Adelaide 21st April 2018 - Aussie Arcade

and

Crafty's 2nd Open House - Aussie Arcade

When-...
- Channel: Arcade Meets, Gatherings and all things good.
9 July 2020, 06:40 PM
Perth pinball

by Railways

On 7plus last night a show I've started watching called Desert Collectors.

Last night Nigel was in WA and visited a fella with an awesome pinball collection and sheds. Link below if you can get it to work - I couldn't. About the 16 minute mark.

Link
- Channel: Pinball
8 July 2020, 08:47 AM
lets talk about Vaping

by kramer

Maybe an odd topic, however, I first discovered vaping through Aussie Arcade when in NZ, sitting in the airport, with the other mega meet attendees flying from CHCH to Auckland.

I've been back a few times since to the Auckland meets.

Long story short, i smoked since i was 12...
- Channel: General Chat
8 July 2020, 11:52 PM
VPGL 15 - Game 4 ~ Jacks Open

by JustAnotherRat

GAME 4.... And it's time to show our hands...

VPGL 15 - Game 4 ~ Jacks Open

Nominated by martymoose

Jacks Open was released by Gottlieb in 1977 and it is a 1 player Electro Mechanical pinball machine.

Design by: Ed Krynski
Art by:...
- Channel: VPGL Tournament 15
Yesterday, 09:16 AM
Shaker motors Stern SAM system NEW

by Amigas

1...Shaker motor Stern SAM system NEW $190+ postage ...
- Channel: For Sale - Pinball
Yesterday, 07:34 AM
Mortal Kombat 2 -Resto

by Ponty

Hi Guys
I was lucky enough to come across this LAI Mortal Kombat cab recently
Not something I was looking for as I didnt really play it in the day - I discovered girls about then!
But I know that its a classic and sort after machine
It didnt have a mk2 board but a baseball game...

8 Photos
- Channel: Arcade
9 July 2020, 09:10 AM
There can only be ONE. (2020 Edition)

by Smithy

So if it all came down to having just ONE pin in the house and only ONE, what is it gonna be people ?
I know this kind of thread has been done before but not in a while, so lets have at it.
Keen to hear opinions of what people would have as the one and only box of flashy lights.
For...
- Channel: Pinball
7 July 2020, 09:27 AM
Original US Delivered Donkey Kong Machine

by WOKA

Whats it worth..?

Good solid condition, plays perfect. Good screen, original joystick, game board and internals.
Been a very reliable machine having been in all major competitions as a competition machine in and around Brisbane.

Running of a 110 > 240 Transformer for...
- Channel: Price Check
7 July 2020, 05:36 PM
Game Elf Controller Issues

by Arrowhead Gamer

I'm totally new here and have had a Game Elf tabletop system that is giving me issues with just the 2p joystick down. The I/O test shows the 2P down as closed even when I have the controller completely unplugged so trying to figure out if it's a short in the wiring or the board itself. This is the 2nd...

3 Photos
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
9 July 2020, 03:17 PM
Stern Jurassic Park Raptor Replacement Pro

by alby34

Brand New

Purchased 2 by Mistake from Hooked on Pinball ( Jurassic Park Raptor Replacement | Jurassic Park 3D Raptor | Stern Pinball )

Installed mine today and looks awesome.

Replaces the stock 2D from factory.

$50 with free postage....
- Channel: For Sale - Pinball
9 July 2020, 02:56 PM
Konami 054544 Reproduction Board

by cwispy

Thought it may be of interest to others here that I have made a reproduction of the Konami 054544 which is used on the Xmen etc. I know that there are some other reproductions available, but mine is a bit different. All the parts are now on the top of the board only! Like the others, it will be available...
- Channel: Arcade Technical and Repair Questions
7 July 2020, 03:30 PM
Sega Astro City Mini

by SegaManAU

Japan-only release currently, $120. Probably too small to enjoy playing it but might be a nice piece to add to the games room for display.

Sega’s Astro City Mini is a tiny arcade cabinet - The Verge...
- Channel: Arcade
8 July 2020, 06:00 AM
Hankin FJ Holden

by Arcade King

Anybody know what parts are available for these if any? plastics, pop bumper caps etc?
Cheers
- Channel: Pinball Technical and Repair Questions
8 July 2020, 01:28 PM