Category: Shop Logs & Maintenance
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In the world of pinball, The Addams Family isn’t just a game; it’s a masterpiece. Recently, I was called out to Stroud to visit a client whose machine is her absolute treasure—bought in Poland 20 years ago and meticulously cared for. However, even the best-kept machines have a hidden enemy: original battery holders. The Tragedy…
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Today, someone reached out asking for advice on a Gottlieb Centigrade 37 they just acquired. As one of my all-time favorite machines—and a proud part of my personal collection—I was more than happy to share some tips. This conversation sparked a bit of nostalgia, leading me to dig through my archives. I found the photos…
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Every now and then, you hear a story that makes every pinball fan a little jealous. Recently, I was called out to Pontypool to look at a Gottlieb Class of 1812. The amazing part? The owner had wanted a pinball machine for a long time and was incredibly lucky to be gifted this one by…
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Location: UO Arcade (Urban Outfitters), Cardiff City Centre The Machine: Sega Batman Forever (1995) The Mission: I was called out to the new UO Arcade tucked inside the Urban Outfitters store in Cardiff. It’s a cool, somewhat hidden spot where retro arcade cabinets mix with modern fashion. Their solitary pinball machine, the giant Sega Batman…
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The Problem The center plastic on the Gottlieb Big Shot is notorious for breaking due to airball impacts. Original replacements are incredibly hard to find (Unobtanium), and leaving the game without it ruins the aesthetic. The Solution Since no new old stock (NOS) parts were available, I decided to manufacture a custom reproduction in-house to…