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SOLD: FS: Tales from the Crypt, TFTC

By NPO

10 years ago


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#1 10 years ago

Howdy everyone,

So, I am selling the last machine from my "original" collection of 2012 - TFTC. Most people here know that I became decently well versed in repairing this machine as my "threads started" logs will show.

This machine is 100% mechanically and electrically sound. There is nothing wrong with it. It has LEDs throughout it that I handpicked and installed. It has the "flipper fingers" on all three flippers; you can see them in the pictures or FS over at eBay. Cliffy on the Creature Feature scoop. Tombstone motor works flawlessly. I rebuilt the Super VUK in the back right corner; it gets used thoroughly on this machine. I installed new drop targets with replacement decals. I also installed new guillotine plastics from fellow Pinsider, RussMeyers. I replaced the switch at the end of the ball trough assembly that is well known for causing the "search for the last ball after multiball" problem - a problem that was thoroughly documented at this thread:

http://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/testing-de-ball-trough-switches

The game is not in flawless condition in terms of aesthetics. Most notably is a spot on the front under the coin door where two small chips were knocked off the cabinet. It was the cause of someone helping me unload the machine after I bought it, and rather than listen to my instructions, they did it their way and damaged my machine....

There are areas of the PF walls that could be touched up with the TFTC purple paint - a vial of which I have and will include with the machine. This is not paint you can just go color match at HD/Lowes - ask me how I know.

Side cabinet and backbox art look solid - not 10/10, but pretty darn good overall. Minor flipper button wear that can be touched up with the TFTC paint if you so desire; the wear has NOT eaten through the sideart.

In one of the backbox sideart pictures, there is a solid white line. That was from some drywall as we moved these machines upstairs. It is NOT a scratch. I didn't see it until I uploaded these photos - rest assured - it is just drywall that can be scraped off with your fingernail.

Boards look solid with no signs of hacks or "weird previous owner" hacks.

There is no topper. It was nearly in pieces when I acquired the machine.

I have an entire new set of playfield plastics from CPR - completely unopened - that I will throw in the deal.

Shaker motor works great.

I have included a solid number of photos as well as multiple YT videos for anyone's viewing.

The price is $2000 OBO. I am interested in trades of a machine of near equal value, and I don't mind throwing cash in on my side if you have something I want (RFM, Corvette, or similar B-list DMD machine). If we do a trade, it needs to be in equal condition as my TFTC; I am not interested in projects or machines with insert wear/curling, dirt embedded in the PF, or anything else that suggests neglect.

If you want me to ship, I am willing to do it on the basis that the buyer will arrange all shipping.

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Youtube videos:

Video of all the lights working:

Video of all the flashers working:

Long video of all the lights working:

And finally, a demonstration video of TFTC being played. The individual who was interested in purchasing this machine backed out, so pay no attention to that comment near the end:

Terminator 3 is not for sale.

#2 10 years ago

Those flipper bat covers are sick - I haven't seen them before

#3 10 years ago

Great price on a nice pin. GLWTS!

#4 10 years ago

Yup diggin those bats as well.This game kicked my butt at league Tuesday.I need one for my collection

#5 10 years ago

Spot on price wise - and looks about the same as the one we paid that for. GLWS

#6 10 years ago

Bump, bump.

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#7 10 years ago

Sad to see you part with TFTC NPO. Good luck and may you get another amazing machine!

#8 10 years ago

GLWTS! Glad to see you're not just shipping it out, but replacing it with another machine.

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#9 10 years ago

Bumpity bump.

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#10 10 years ago

Some people may be in luck. My "holy grail" pin has shown up, and I'm willing to let Tales go for the new price OBO in order to purchase my holy grail pin.

#11 10 years ago

Good price.

GLWS

#12 10 years ago

This game has all LEDs - inserts, GI, and flashers (flashers by this weekend - ordered from CoinTaker). It comes with an entirely new set of plastics sealed in a separate box from CPR - completely unavailable until Dec 2013. The fact that this machine is missing nothing, plays 100% perfectly mechanically and electrically, shaker motor is perfect, DMD is perfect, along with the matching TFTC purple paint, and I am literally giving this thing away at $2000 OBO.

You won't find a better TFTC with this many goodies at $2000 - period.

#13 10 years ago

Only problem is your logic that RFM is B list. Top 50 on Pinside are not exactly B list unless your A list is VERY short

TFTC is fun, Good luck getting your grail.

#14 10 years ago
Quoted from NPO:

This game has all LEDs - inserts, GI, and flashers (flashers by this weekend - ordered from CoinTaker). It comes with an entirely new set of plastics sealed in a separate box from CPR - completely unavailable until Dec 2013. The fact that this machine is missing nothing, plays 100% perfectly mechanically and electrically, shaker motor is perfect, DMD is perfect, along with the matching TFTC purple paint, and I am literally giving this thing away at $2000 OBO.
You won't find a better TFTC with this many goodies at $2000 - period.

I totaly agree. I sold mine for $2500 a few months ago. Thats a great price, I wouldnt take less.

#15 10 years ago

I dunno, Snow. There's no TFTC in this good a shape with this many goodies at $2000. Not even close.

I can still get my holy grail pin - no biggie either way - I can pay for it in increments or if I sell TFTC I can pay for it all in one shot. Either way is good with me .

In fact, Snow, it's in your collection......

#16 10 years ago
Quoted from NPO:

This game has all LEDs - inserts, GI, and flashers (flashers by this weekend - ordered from CoinTaker). It comes with an entirely new set of plastics sealed in a separate box from CPR - completely unavailable until Dec 2013. The fact that this machine is missing nothing, plays 100% perfectly mechanically and electrically, shaker motor is perfect, DMD is perfect, along with the matching TFTC purple paint, and I am literally giving this thing away at $2000 OBO.

You won't find a better TFTC with this many goodies at $2000 - period.

That *is* a good deal. The new owner could install the CPR plastics and ebay the extras and the old ones. That would probably net $150, bringing total cost down to $1850 OBO. GLWS!

#17 10 years ago

Well, of course! My collection is all grail pins! My wheel house is the dub 3k keepers and recently I have branched out to oddballs like TX and Rollergames because I love the cheese factor.

#18 10 years ago

pm sent

#19 10 years ago
Quoted from NPO:

"... and I am literally giving this thing away at $2000 OBO."

You aren't literally giving it away if you're accepting money for it. Just in case anybody else was uncertain about the definition of "literally."

#20 10 years ago
Quoted from StevenP:

You aren't literally giving it away if you're accepting money for it. Just in case anybody else was uncertain about the definition of "literally."

Very helpful, thank you.

Great price without all the extra's, even better with them. You said it yourself, you dont "need" to sell it, you can make payments. Dont let someone low ball you then. This game, in that condition with the extras, is worth more than $2k all day to someone looking for one.

#21 10 years ago

Nice price if you were closer it be mine

#22 10 years ago
Quoted from NPO:

My "holy grail" pin has shown up

I thought X-Files was your grail pin.

#23 10 years ago
Quoted from herbertbsharp:

... The new owner could install the CPR plastics and ebay the extras and the old ones. That would probably net $150, ...

How when a complete new set is $145. To me that's bad logic.

#24 10 years ago
Quoted from StevenP:

You aren't literally giving it away if you're accepting money for it. Just in case anybody else was uncertain about the definition of "literally."

Whew, thank goodness you clarified that. Man, we may have avoid a lawsuit .

Would "figuratively" been better ?

#25 10 years ago
Quoted from KoolFingers:

How when a complete new set is $145. To me that's bad logic.

Sell off the extra set of slings($20-30) that come with the CPR set, extra skill shot plastic from the CPR set (got $25 for mine), pull the originals and sell them. Should get pretty close to $150 total, as long as the originals are good.

#26 10 years ago

Tentatively sold. I'll keep everyone up to date, but as of now, it is "as good as sold" per the future buyer.

#27 10 years ago

So, you took pics and vids for a pinsider who was interested in the game and then backed out? Hmmm. His name wasn't Kaneda by chance now was it? J/kJ/k

TFTC is a surprisingly cool game. Lot of great shots and ramps. The only thing I didn't like was that cackling crypt keeper laugh. Ughhh. Other than that, it is a lot of fun to play for sure.

Game came out nice NPO. Good price too. GLWTS buddy.

#28 10 years ago

Wow! That's awesome! Someone got a nice deal. Congrats to both parties.

#29 10 years ago
Quoted from cards25:

I thought X-files was your grail pin

Don't get him started on X-files!

#30 10 years ago

Just got done talking to the future owner. Game is sold. We meet next week to make the exchange, and then I make a small drive to pick up this beauty.

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#31 10 years ago

Here is a YT video of the LED flashers installed for the new owner. Enjoy .

#32 10 years ago

So, here are some preliminary shots of the packing job. I have never done this before, so I utilized everything I could think of: painter's tape to protect the cabinet art, packing tape to bind the cardboard pieces together, one strap-down/tie-down, and multiple U-haul blankets. 6 balls are in their own clean sock, and everything small is going into the cash box. I'll be using plastic wrap at the very end to hold everything down and together.

He gets the glareguard, CPR plastics, and everything in the cash box. All GI, insert, and flasher LEDs, rebuilt super VUK, and other goodies I cannot remember. Hope it brings him and his wife a lot of joy !

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#33 10 years ago

Wrapped up and ready for tomorrow - here it comes to its new home!

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#34 10 years ago

WOW! Incredible packing job!

#35 10 years ago

Loaded in the Jeep - ready to meet her new family in about 15 hours!

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#36 10 years ago

Time to go get RFM (tomorrow) !!!

I'll let the new owner speak for himself if he'd like.

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#37 10 years ago

New owner checking in. Can't pay enough compliments to Newpinowner as to how smooth a transaction this was; how meticulous the pin was packed and prepped; willingness to meet me halfway; and ALL the great extras he included with it.

Have it in my lineup now and been playing it like crazy. Thanks again!

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#38 10 years ago

Glad it has gone to a great home! You got a great pin; I got a great pin - it all worked out for everyone involved! Thank you for your kind words, and enjoy your pin my man. I would tell you to take good care of TFTC, but I already know you will!

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