I restored and have owned my TZ for about a year but I've had a hard time truly loving this pin. I now have an opportunity for a very decent routed CC to restore and I think TZ would have to be first out the door. I spent 6 months restoring and adding almost every cool mod to it and tons of new parts.

I know it's near the top of a lot of player's lists, but I am just not feeling it. Am I missing something? Does it take a while to really warm up to this game... because it just isn't happening for me.

I've gotten LITZ, put up some pretty nice scores, achieved most things on this game, but I just don't find it all that much fun to play anymore. I actually prefer my TAF to TZ.

I played CC a couple of times and I know it's easy... but it's also a lot of fun to play. With so much happening lately with new CC code and PROC, I'm really tempted.

I have a hard time letting go of games (especially those I've restored) and I just don't want to make a mistake I'll regret.

Opinions?

Thank you, but just so you guys understand, my interest in CC has little to do with its value or collectibility. I actually find it to be a fun game. Not super challenging, but neither is TOTAN.
Also, getting to work on one would be a treat, even if it is a bit of a trophy pin. But, I would have high hopes for the new code if/when it's ready.

TZ is certainly a players game and the complete opposite of CC, but I almost find the theme is not as well integrated as it could have been, the modes are not very much fun, the objectives are basic and easy to reach, with little payoff. I don't know, I used to like it more, but for me it's just meh now.

I could probably always cash CC in for another TZ plus money if I really wanted to... but I just feel like maybe I'm not really "getting" the game. Just wondering if others have felt the same?

Thanks guys.
Variety is the spice of life and I think I'll see if I can take a shot at this CC.
I gotta move fast to get the funds and make some room. Selling a restored and fully tricked out TZ is not going to be easy... unless I strip it and sell the extras on their own. I'd rather not do that.

I'm in the carribean right now so selling a game from this distance is extra tricky.
I've had a couple of local guys ask about it before. If I'm lucky I can get a deal in place on Monday.

Like most guys stated, finding another TZ shouldn't be too hard if I change my mind down the road.

Message and details sent.

For anyone else interested, here is what I've done to this pin:

-cabinet had been stripped, sanded and new decals added.
-playfield has third magnet mod and is clearcoated. There were a couple of small problem areas on this original playfield but they were hidden so I just clearcoated it and kept the game protected, but original (except for the 3rd magnet). I did not like the pink repro playfields Mirco was making.
-robot, piano and working slot machine mods. These are all the high quality versions by Tracy's Toys. He no longer makes them.
-element 13 dead end lamp post and rocket ship (also very hard to find)
-laser cut chrome street lamp above power field
-GLM mini switch kit on power field and Cliffy edge trim also.
-new plastics in some areas
-proper colour matched pop bumper caps with matching wafers.
-LED lighting kit from cointaker throughout.
-thunderbird mod
-new plastic ramp
-new repro lockdown bar and latch
-new coin door
-new legs
-new translite trim and glass retainer
-new GLM flipper boards
-gum balls added to gum ball machine as well as lighting kit
-new powerball
-all new rubber
-Rottendog clock board and custom blue clock housing
-new eddy board cable
-tons of new coils and all sleeves replaced
-in think I even put a new Rottendog main power driver board in this game $300 value.

The list goes on and on It should play trouble free for a very long time.

in terms of negatuves, there is a tiny bit of decal wrinkling around the legs. Should be able to correct it with a heat gun if it bothers you but I've since put felt behind the legs.
The translite had a small scratch. Not very visible.
These are the only flaws. It's a very nice example.
The only thing I didn't do was sand the inside and bottom of the cabinet.

Also, it's an early production. Not a sample, but it has the green lock insert, decal over the gumball plastic and a couple of other early features.

Well, TZ is tentatively sold and CC will be on its way soon!
It may be a while before I can start restoring it, but I'll be excited to play-test it for a while

This one will be a re-import so I'll post some pics once the slow-boat arrives.