Hello everyone!

I am planning to clean an ASM playfield in preparation of some kind playfield protector. I purchased one for my Data East TMNT over a year ago and love the look! I've been sending emails to Frank at Playfield Protectors regarding any new protectors for ASM but he has not responded. With that hint taken, I have decided to get a plastic cutting company to look into cost of making a simar PET-G 0.02" thick protector. I would need to provide the company with a sketch for cutting purposes. My main reason for posting on this subject is to see if other owners have developed a protector for their games, similar to playfield protectors. I really like the quality of their product but the non reply has gotten me looking elsewhere. Besides, they may never end up making a protector for ASM.

I appreciate your feedback and look forward to hearing all of your experiences in preserving playfields, especially ASM.

Thanks!

MT45, that's what I'm talking about
I appreciate the help! I'm going to give it a try.

MT45,

I don't know how you made yours look so good. I'm struggling. I hope the end product looks good. My biggest concern was not having enough space from posts to allow floating. I'm planning to anchor at the two posts near the 3 pop out holes (top left playfield). I read through your post but can't remember what I read concerning edges. Can I file the edges to smooth out burrs or other inconsistencies?

Thanks for your help!

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Thanks srcdude. That is good information. Sometimes I just need another set of eyes.

MT45, you are a life saver! Excellent tips! I can't wait to use my snips. I'll have to post my results once I get through the first stage.

Thank you!!!

Getting closer thanks to MT45. The snips were key to speeding the process. Once I get all the drop targets replaced (3 of 8 done so far), I'll get this on the playfield to check for overall fit.

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Lots of trimming around outer edges is needed to get a better fit. Making progress.

All drop targets replaced.

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KHL, that doesn't surprise me on these older machines. My data east tmnt is a different story. It still looks great after 1.5 years with regular play. I guess we'll see how it goes over the next year.

MT45, I'm very happy with the end product. Thank you for your help!

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Playfield Protectors now has an ASM protector. If only I had waited a few months. At least I learned some new skills and saved a bit of money in the process.

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