i feel like i started the movie in the middle.

Ah yes, I remember that post. I have the same game and thought the same thing about the need to solder wires to select an option.

I’ve got a couple of games that do that little dip in the inside rail. It’s usually where there’s a stepper or something close to the edge that would hit the rail.

Dave

On all mine like that there is something on the bottom of the playfield that needs that recess for clearance. Usually drop targets or target banks.