Hi everyone!
I was thinking it would be fun to have a Pinside club for Bally Loop the Loop! A place that we can share stories, photos... and ask questions.

I'll kick it off with my Story. Our Loop the Loop has been in our family for approximately 50 years! My dad purchased it sometime in between 1968-1971. Unfortunately neither my parents nor I can remember the exact year, but we know it was around that time. Sometime in the mid to late 90's, my dad sold me the game for $1. He said he just didn't want to give it way… and he actually made me give him the $1. Haha.

My dad holds the high score of 5,243 set back in 1990. My best score was 3,713. There have been a few other scores in the 2900's by friends and family over the years.

Overall I believe the game is in pretty good shape for its age. There are a few cracked/broken pieces along with ball trail marks from the shooter lane. I do know my mom took it upon herself many years ago to re-paint the cabinet. She said she just painted over the existing artwork just to freshen it up. The game was sitting outside under a covered patio for several years sometime in between 1979-1985? If only they had known better and kept the game inside.

Anyway - hope to see other photos and stories of all the Loop the Loops out there.

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Questions:
1) Does anybody know what size rubber rings fit under the mushroom bumpers?
2) In order to remove the mushroom caps, do I just remove the clip underneath?
3) Is there anything else to be aware or careful of when removing the mushroom caps and replacing those rubbers?

Additionally - I had ordered the Loop the Loop rubber kit from Marco Specialties, and the diagram and some of the sizes were incorrect. Not sure if anyone else has come across this. So - I just made my own and have included the photo/diagram for your reference and feedback. This is just based on my notes and what I've installed (subject to change).

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Question:
Has anybody cleaned or fixed the motor for the spinning bumpers?
When the game is started, it takes about 30-60 seconds for the motor to start spinning. It starts slowly and then it seems to spin at a good speed, but over the years I don’t know what a good speed for this game is anymore. I'm guessing it needs to be taken apart for cleaning or ?

Disclaimer – I’m not mechanically inclined, but interested in finding out what are some options for future (if and when the motor dies).

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Thank you both for the ideas! That's what I was looking for.

Hi - I'd be interested in your progress! How much did he end up paying for it?

Hi - sorry for the delayed reply.
My mom repainted sometime after it being outside, and I agree... she did a great job. She's the creative one in the family. haha