2 things I'd try that are free.
1. Put the machine in switch test and smack it around like you're playing aggressively. Watch for switch hits.
2. If that still gives a tilt, start a game but pull the switch row connector after the ball is ejected. Play the ball best you can. If you get a tilt at this point you know it's the board.
This assumes no NC switches but I don't think there are any on this game.