Attack from Mars
Bally, 1995
Avengers: Infinity Quest (Limited Edition)
Stern, 2020
Black Knight
Williams, 1980
Creature from the Black Lagoon
Bally, 1992
Deadpool (Limited Edition)
Stern, 2018
Demolition Man
Williams, 1994
Dungeons & Dragons
Bally, 1987
Egg Head
Gottlieb, 1961Quoted from brobra:Hit up Drekker in Fargo to meet another Pinsider.
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Checked out the part of line Fargo Pinball operates.
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Kind of dig Spooky’s Loony Tunes. It brought me back to eating Froot Loops in my room underwear…
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Had a hard time getting into queen.
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Jaws grabbed me a bit. Took me a while to hit that shark fin.
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Awesome to meet you today! Sheev approves! Thank you!
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That mask is killer. Great to meet you too.
So had to improvise on the standard rubber for the accelerator mechanics on big shots.
This setup works better than the original.
Used to small rubber rings on each pod topped off with a small flipper rubber.
The mech rotates and accelerates the up the ramp.
Pretty cool feature..
When I found the game, the stock rubbers were melted, and there were gooey ball trails all over the place, lol.
IMG_2561 (resized).jpegI can’t stop feeding my wedgehead addiction.
All projects that will need a significant amount of work. Also some odds and ends I may go back for….the wife gave me a great look when I got back in the truck. She can’t stand the word “project”, lol.
Spirit of 76, cross town (not pictured), sweet hearts, stampede shooter, tank arcade, cig machine, Ami 54 jukebox…
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I’m off my rocker, but having fun, and pretty sure I’ve got the best of it at the end of the day….despite the extra miles and extra effort….
The best part is, the families spending time with one another, and enjoying pins together.
On the other side of each trade, is a father and son/daughter who is getting the game they want most…I’m more than happy to deliver on that front….
Stay tuned….as a I make an epic trek, through the wind-swept, sun-kissed prairie, slicing and dicing
Priceless…..
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Stopped by a friends today to drop a pin. Had a chance to see what he was working on, which is too much. One highlight was this gorgeous new playfield installed on a Bally Star Trek. So nice to see these older games brought back to luster….had me salivating ofcourse….CPR plastics and playfield.
Star Trek
#cpr
IMG_2801 (resized).jpegQuoted from brobra:I’m in the middle of my longest running pinball trade…fish tales for ghost busters even, ghost busters pro plus some for wonka Le loaded 200 plays….on to lotr color dmd with Bill Davis clear-coated playfield…. Plus some that I’ll invest on cab paint and decals….
I’m off my rocker, but having fun, and pretty sure I’ve got the best of it at the end of the day….despite the extra miles and extra effort….
The best part is, the families spending time with one another, and enjoying pins together.
On the other side of each trade, is a father and son/daughter who is getting the game they want most…I’m more than happy to deliver on that front….
Stay tuned….as a I make an epic trek, through the wind-swept, sun-kissed prairie, slicing and dicing
Priceless…..
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It would be really cool if I some how parlayed this up to a royal….Im going to keep rolling the dice…
Friday Night fun! Setup and checking out my roached out barn find 1966 Gottlieb crosstown.
Despite the filth, the pretty is in good shape, the base cab is ok; the head and glass are blown out, surface rust all over….I have my work cut out here.
Hitting the basics, clean and vac cab, select rust mitigation, clean reels, check switches, lighting, clean playfield and get playing right.
Happy that have all plastics, posts, and the subway door is complete and partially operation.
At first glance, she boots, flips, and scores, which is flipping amazing due to the dormant, neglected state she’s been in for the last 25 years at least.
After that, perhaps pass on as a project for the next guy.
IMG_2847 (resized).jpegQuoted from brobra:Today’s new addition, I just couldn’t help myself….
1934 rock-o-la World Series…..
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Funny I have one of those sitting in my garage right now waiting for PlanetExpress
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Who is planet express….
Do you have the backplate? I don’t have one.
Quoted from brobra:Who is planet express….
Do you have the backplate? I don’t have one.
He’s from Columbus OH. Not a local guy.
No backplate on this one either. The guts on this one are in great shape fortunately. Cabinet on the other hand….not so much.
Quoted from EJS:He’s from Columbus OH. Not a local guy.
No backplate on this one either. The guts on this one are in great shape fortunately. Cabinet on the other hand….not so much.
That’s awesome bro! I’m happy with mine despite no back plate. I do see the screw holes for it.
Quoted from brobra:That’s awesome bro! I’m happy with mine despite no back plate. I do see the screw holes for it.
Does it play how it should? I don’t dare try this one out I’m afraid to break it just looking at it.
Quoted from EJS:Does it play how it should? I don’t dare try this one out I’m afraid to break it just looking at it.
It was playable for a while, but I see there’s work to be done. I’ll start light gentle cleaning and delicate repair of mechanics.
This filthy playfield is starting to clean up well. I’m very happy with its condition. Some very minor planks revealed but no much else. The artwork is nearly perfect. The inserts are in good shape also. I’m using some elbow grease with a very diluted degreasing solution to get her as clean as possible. Over the last few years, as much as I like Novus products, I try my best to stay away from them. I’m trying to pull the dirt without invading the finish, as I don’t intend to clear coat, and with most antique games, I’m more of a preservationist than a restorer. While restoration is great when done very well, there’s something visceral about cleaning and preserving.
Unfortunately, the head and glass on this game is too far gone. So there will need to be aesthetic decisions made at some point. Right now the focus is cleaning to an acceptable level, getting playable, and start enjoying it.
3am Departure with Mrs.. Brobra
Co-pilots are the best; nav, coms, beef sticks and coffee….
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Long trek, but enjoying lunch at
Charlie’s on 113 Main St, Minot ND.
‘Voted Best Hot Beef in ND’.
Good meeting, another Pinsider and road warrior.
He took his father on the trip with him, and they’re having a great time, visiting their homeland from WA.
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Nothing but good things to say about Chad. He is a man of honor and integrity. We exchanged pins in North Dakota without problem. I intended to help Brobra with the pin exchange but he can move a 375 pound pin like it's a paper weight. If you ever have the chance to deal with Chad, do not hesitate. He is definitely the real deal. My only regret is that my Father and I didn't get to talk to him longer. Chad is an asset to this small but quirky hobby. Thanks again Chad for an awesome pin and an epic trip for the ages.
Quoted from wombat:Nothing but good things to say about Chad. He is a man of honor and integrity. We exchanged pins in North Dakota without problem. I intended to help Brobra with the pin exchange but he can move a 375 pound pin like it's a paper weight. If you ever have the chance to deal with Chad, do not hesitate. He is definitely the real deal. My only regret is that my Father and I didn't get to talk to him longer. Chad is an asset to this small but quirky hobby. Thanks again Chad for an awesome pin and an epic trip for the ages.
Paul, first off, I love you man!
We got to know each other fairly well through our conversations and messages, where you feel like a friend to me. I know your dad was cooked, and I did arrive 45 minutes past what I I had initially anticipated.
I did enjoy meeting you and your father, getting updates about your travels, and I’m very satisfied with the fruits we both received.
I’m starting a new thing, I’m calling it the Brobra badge, with different levels for different efforts. We’re all Brobra’s, and my best buddies, I address as Brobra also.
So, in recognition of your exceptional service to the brotherhood of pinball and arcade enthusiasts road-tripping freaks of nature, I present you with the highest ranked Brobra achievement badge.
Sir Paul wombat receives the Gold Star Brobra badge for the achievement of 1053 miles 18 hour one way trip to be part of stellar trade, and for doing the right thing and enjoying time with your dad.
I look forward to seeing you again, my friend.
Until then, may the road rise to meet you, and may the wind be at your back.
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The game has solid bones, good characters, plastics, and gorgeous brass plated habit trails and ramps. Should look really nice when done.
I suggest you go to say hi to LTG at SS Billiards.
Plus you need to meet Snow Flake. A true operator’s dog. She tried to eat the dime I dropped….
Had to ditch the signature raybans for some Prada glasses, on this occasion.
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Some new additions….
Restored white water (my favorite game).
Rare green cabinet pennant fever
Dr. Dude with great decals
Judge Dredd not pictured
This gorgeous Stern Rawhide.
Incredible playfield T2.
Plus a few more gems on the come line….details later.
Too many games right now.
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Quoted from brobra:This gorgeous Stern Rawhide.
I'll take that as a compliment 
Here's that machine unshopped a few years ago.
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It’s gorgeous, and compliment due!
Ironically, it will making it’s was Tucson, where themes like this belong. Kind of romantic.
Major day today. Moved two juke boxes, and two separate pins. 10am through 8:30pm. Just got home now have to clean this mess, as I’ve put under the gun to deliver, and well….its my problem, so I’m goi g to deliver.
Couldn’t resist dropping a gem on loan to a friend who has helped me in unbelievable ways. I have unmeasurable respect and admiration for him.
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Saw some great folks, and interacted with friends new and old….it was a big time day. If I could string 5 days a week like this…I’d move forward with spreading joy and happiness full time.
Thank you to all new and old who send and to my sails….i love you all….
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1131, finally cleanup up this glass. Thank you Dyson!
Quoted from cavalier88z24:Howdy partner!
Howdy! Always nice to have more brothers…
Quoted from brobra:LTG, please post pic
Here you go.
Oktoberfest arriving shortly. Then I'll have the full American Pinball line up and can plan my American Pinball party.
Exciting times. This is the best pinball line up I've ever had.
LTG : )
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Oktoberfest arriving shortly. Then I'll have the full American Pinball line up and can plan my American Pinball party.
Exciting times. This is the best pinball line up I've ever had.
LTG : )
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That’s awesome. American Pinball games definitely have a unique look, feel, and play.
It reminds me of the games I made back the day. We had our own personality, and definitely held our own against the big boys.
Quoted from brobra:Help with Juke box part. Please send me any leads…thank you !
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Thanks all for the help, the expert at vintage game room in Newport mn has told me:
NTE121MP Is the same/compatible….
https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/nte-electronics-inc/NTE121MP/11644494
New parts acquired.
Quoted from EJS:Maybe…..if you twist my arm enough…
It actually has a really fun flowy layout.
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We’ll need to pow wow on this. I’ll send you smoke signals.
Quoted from brobra:On the lookout for a solid BSD locally or semi/locally….
I have one that is semi solid, not so semi local.
Quoted from RustyLizard:I have one that is semi solid, not so semi local.
Thanks Russ! I’m checking out Eric’s at the moment….if anything changes, I’ll reach back out. Hope all is well and love the wildlife pics
See you on the trail big Hoss…
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