Back in march of 2013 I purchased a Paragon playfield off eBay with the intention of restoring, and swapping it into my Paragon. DISCLAIMER: I've coined the term 'players restoration' to describe my work. I'm not a professional. I don't have a spotless work area and tons of tools. I do what I can in my garage. My goal is to make it look good and play like new.

It took several months, but I finally got it done around August of 2013. I've posted a thread on my website/blog, and figured I'd post a few pics here as well. ...I fear I'll get slammed for my shoddy work....but hey, it was a fun project.

I'll start with a few 'before' pics.

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Just starting the touch up paint...black is the easiest.

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Towards the end of painting. Pink was a bitch to match...

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Thanks. For the most part, I was happy with the touch-up paint. It's the leveling of the inserts, and clearcoat/polish where I struggle...

Pics of clear going on. I've since learned I put way too much in the inserts.

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Here's a few pics of the final product.

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...and the swap.

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If you want to see more pics, and read about all the ways I screwed up - feel free to check it out here:
http://www.bradberryman.com/Pinball_Paragon_playfield_2013.htm

I used a rattle can - Rust-Oleum Varathane Interior Crystal Clear Polyurethane Water-Based Spray, Gloss Finish

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002YQ4OK/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00

Honestly, I wasn't totally happy with the clear. It's not 100% clear,a nd it seems to fade the colors some. To do it right, you need an air compressor, decent airbrush, and use a two part auto clear. If I attempt many more playfields, I'll need to step up my game. And yes, despite all this work, I'll still be 1st on the list when/if CPR announces a Paragon playfield.