Bally Rocket
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Exceptional job on this, MRM!
I got a Bally Rocket a few months ago and I've been cleaning it up a bit. Did you have to replace the flipper-shaped ball guides at the top of the playfield? If so, where did you get them and what are they called?
Quoted from mrm_4:Thanks!
I had red ones at first and I think I got green ones sent to me as a surprise when I was getting other pieces. I might still have the red pair. From what I recall they were somewhat warped. I’m in the middle of moving this week so everything is packed.
I want to say they’re called “bumper arms” or something. If you need some I’m sure some of the guys in the EM parts thread would be able to help.
I’ll look through my parts next week tho.
Thanks! My red ones need to be replaced - I've never seen this before, but they look sort of withered or dehydrated, like a raisin. I've thought about calling Steve at PBR, but if you don't have a part number and don't know what they're called, things get awkward. I've also thought about getting them 3D printed, but that process gets expensive.
I also want to ask about the post you have below the "South" kickout hole. Mine has an L-shaped metal bar, but I wonder if the original post works any better or worse at catching the ball in the hole. Also, mine is anchored under the playfield by a massive wad of solder, so I don't know if it's worth it to risk fixing the hack.
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