Congo
Williams, 1995man that thing looks new. I also been looking for nice congo for awhile now but this title seems to be harder to find than what is already a scarce selection up here in northwest. If you ever one to sell it, let me know. I'll gladly take it off your hands.
Target decal set now only $12
https://pinside.com/pinball/market/shops/1054-flashinstinct/00955-congo-target-decals
congo-sample (resized).jpggorilla-target (resized).jpgsample (resized).jpgskillshot-crosshairs (resized).jpgtarget-sample (resized).jpgTransforming my Congo to all Black and White on the exterior and the apron. 98% done.
-Side blades: retro refurbs
-Alt translite: retro refurbs
-Trees and miniature Congo animals: Hobby lobby
-Cliffy protectors
-Color DMD
-Airplane from Modfathers
-Black powder on legs, apron, and habitrails.
Awaiting apron decal—all black and white and pin shaker.
051CF512-D356-4485-9073-B264C895312D (resized).jpeg8F9CD0A1-039B-472D-85F0-2075CD936AFF (resized).jpeg098F8553-7EF1-4AE6-8340-5BE8046A9009 (resized).jpegC5820BCD-B402-41AB-A3BC-39BF3D9EFA99 (resized).jpeg93EA1E29-0A21-4355-8C18-AA18192BA6A8 (resized).jpegD52196AA-859C-43BC-8609-0737747BA817 (resized).jpegHello Congo owners, I did a small mod to my Congo and thought I would share what I did. The out lanes on a Congo machine are just stainless steel. The only thing I could find at this time are some stickers that can be added to the lane tops. I did order a set, but just did not like what they would look like. So I started looking at different pinball machines that had out lanes that had a jungle theme to them and see if they would fit a Congo. After many views I found that a Williams Indiana Jones came the closest. The left lane came nearly perfect to fit, but a little off (too long), but did fit in. The right side was more difficult to add, but did work with a number a plastics (cut to fit). I think it turned out great!
20190802_084229 (resized).jpg20190802_084234 (resized).jpg20190802_084238 (resized).jpgQuoted from Mikespinball:Hello Congo owners, I did a small mod to my Congo and thought I would share what I did. The out lanes on a Congo machine are just stainless steel. The only thing I could find at this time are some stickers that can be added to the lane tops. I did order a set, but just did not like what they would look like. So I started looking at different pinball machines that had out lanes that had a jungle theme to them and see if they would fit a Congo. After many views I found that a Williams Indiana Jones came the closest. The left lane came nearly perfect to fit, but a little off (too long), but did fit in. The right side was more difficult to add, but did work with a number a plastics (cut to fit). I think it turned out great![quoted image][quoted image][quoted image]
Perfect !
I'd buy a custom cut set...how did you cut them?
Quoted from Mikespinball:Hello Congo owners, I did a small mod to my Congo and thought I would share what I did. The out lanes on a Congo machine are just stainless steel. The only thing I could find at this time are some stickers that can be added to the lane tops. I did order a set, but just did not like what they would look like. So I started looking at different pinball machines that had out lanes that had a jungle theme to them and see if they would fit a Congo. After many views I found that a Williams Indiana Jones came the closest. The left lane came nearly perfect to fit, but a little off (too long), but did fit in. The right side was more difficult to add, but did work with a number a plastics (cut to fit). I think it turned out great![quoted image][quoted image][quoted image]
Quoted from Yesh23:I have a buddy that makes these. They look amazing in person[quoted image][quoted image]
I would prefer a color option or those 3d ones that someone made a while back. Just my preference which is why I'm interested in this idea to modify the Indy plastics
Quoted from per3per3:I would prefer a color option or those 3d ones that someone made a while back. Just my preference which is why I'm interested in this idea to modify the Indy plastics
Here is what I did. The left side was the easiest as I just used the left IJ with no modifications to the plastics. Part numbers are 31-1773-5 and 31-1773-4. They are a bit longer, but still worked. For the right side a bit more difficult I used part numbers 31-1773-4 (again bottom by the flipper) found this gave more coverage than the left IJ plastic 31-1773-15 as it was longer on the tip and 31-1773-11 for the top. The far end of the right side plastics I used two 31-1773-5. Some of plastics had holes in not correct places, but mounted the upper to the lower plastics to themselves only in some locations (will also use shorten screws where needed) and the lower plastic with screws in the correct locations that goes through the bottom stainless steel plate to tie them to the playfield. A bit difficult to install, but works. Cutting, I used a dremel drill with a small cut off wheel. I recommend small cuts/test fit as if you cut off too much you will have to purchase another plastic. The black post height I think are 1/2" or shorter. I bought all the plastics from PSPA https://www.pinballspareparts.com.au/catalogsearch/result/?q=indiana+jones+plastic as they had all what I needed in stock and could buy from one supplier. I like the 3D look this gives to these lanes as it follows suit to the kicker plastics. Good luck if you take this on and you can always contact me if you have any questions.
Quoted from Nihonmasa:Finally joined the club today!
What are the best mods?
Where can I find some alt translites?
the first 3 are good options, though 3rd one isn't if you have a plastic protector kit
https://www.shapeways.com/marketplace?type=product&q=swinkscongo
hippo mount - using existing holes
710x528_9241448_6529765_1534463320 (resized).jpg
volcano mount strengthener - uses existing holes and the as the bottom lugs are a weakpoint
710x528_2771549_2189393_1534459921 (resized).jpg
plastic support - plastic is the most common broken
710x528_6079284_2798649_1534471167 (resized).jpg
insert stop & insert behind decal so volcano erupts and lights up
P1070067 copy (resized).jpg
P1070102 copy (resized).jpg
Quoted from swinks:the first 3 are good options, though 3rd one isn't if you have a plastic protector kit
https://www.shapeways.com/marketplace?type=product&q=swinkscongo
Thx! I do have a 3D printer, do you sell the designs files only?
Quoted from Nihonmasa:Thx! I do have a 3D printer, do you sell the designs files only?
unfortunately not as have had people on sell the mods and files in the past from my shared files so I just don't share most, apart from a few fix files
Kickback issue. I would say 75% of the time the kickback try’s twice to hit the ball but misses. It’s like the switch is activated to soon. Any adjustments?
Quoted from Nihonmasa:Adjust the switch so that it "clicks" a bit later?
I was thinking that and did adjust it but it seems to still activate the coil to soon. 
Quoted from ThaBini:Hi guys,
I bought my 1st Flip a Congo ! I love it so much ! but I need your help to restore it. Could you send me any scans or decals files ?
Thx a lot for your Help ! @pinsiders
Best regards !
François
PS: someone can scan me 600x600 this part plz ?[quoted image]
Here are a few scans that I found in my Congo archive.
Gord
Center_Scoop (resized).jpg
Map_Scoop (resized).jpg
Skillshot_Amy (resized).jpg
Slings_Beehive (resized).jpg
TraviCom (resized).jpg
Upper_Left_Flipper (resized).jpg
Volcano (resized).jpg
I'm starting to experience some inconsistency with the volcano vuk. It works great about 75% of the time, but the other 25% it sometimes takes a few attempts to spit the ball out of the volcano or the ball just barely clears the top and rests between the metal sleeve and the volcano plastic. Every once and a while, it won't successfully launch of ball out but then follows up by launching two balls: in those instances, the code seems to realize that this occurred and I can drain one of the two balls in play and continue playing the other one...almost like it's properly correcting / accounting for this via the code.
Any thoughts on what / how to adjust?
Thanks!
Quoted from GRB1959:Here are a few scans that I found in my Congo archive.
Gord
[quoted image]
[quoted image]
[quoted image]
[quoted image]
[quoted image]
[quoted image]
[quoted image]
Man you are my love !!!! 
thx so much 
that's great
Quoted from per3per3:I'm starting to experience some inconsistency with the volcano vuk. It works great about 75% of the time, but the other 25% it sometimes takes a few attempts to spit the ball out of the volcano or the ball just barely clears the top and rests between the metal sleeve and the volcano plastic. Every once and a while, it won't successfully launch of ball out but then follows up by launching two balls: in those instances, the code seems to realize that this occurred and I can drain one of the two balls in play and continue playing the other one...almost like it's properly correcting / accounting for this via the code.
Any thoughts on what / how to adjust?
Thanks!
Check the top of the VUK. Mine was loose and had to be welded back in place. While you're in there might as well clean the VUK and replace the coil sleeve
Habing a weird behaviour with my congo.
Sometimes, when battling Gray, the ball on the upper playfield is released and I have to keep it alive while still having the lower mini playfield activated.
This seems to appear randomly.
Any idea?
Quoted from Nihonmasa:Habing a weird behaviour with my congo.
Sometimes, when battling Gray, the ball on the upper playfield is released and I have to keep it alive while still having the lower mini playfield activated.
This seems to appear randomly.
Any idea?
I had a slightly different problem that I traced to the actuator on the switch just before the pop-up post. It was totally broken off, I built a new one with a paper clip.
Quoted from Platypus:I had a slightly different problem that I traced to the actuator on the switch just before the pop-up post. It was totally broken off, I built a new one with a paper clip.
Did not think of that, will check it. Thx
CPR has the New CONGO Backglass with Custom Mirroring available:
https://classicplayfields.com/shop/pinball-backglasses/congo-2/
Congo2 (resized).jpgCongo3 (resized).jpgHas anyone bought one of these?
Anyone feedback on quality?
https://www.pinball.center/en/shop/pinball-parts-by-game/congo/9554/volcano-for-congo?c=0
8AB7954E-70A8-4E65-B82E-43CE1B8707D3 (resized).pngQuoted from Mooseman:Has anyone bought one of these?
Anyone feedback on quality?
https://www.pinball.center/en/shop/pinball-parts-by-game/congo/9554/volcano-for-congo?c=0[quoted image]
Never knew someone made these. I'm interested to know myself !
The pinball center seems to have a lot of Congo parts. I wonder if it was because so many machines were shipped over seas? My game was a beat-up re-import now nicely fixed up. But I could use a new volcano. Pinball Center I believe does not ship to the states. Maybe some of us could pool our needs and have a European comrade send us a bulk order?
Pinball center had that volcano available in July. It could pop up again. They probably made it. So beware. The stuff they produce is underwhelming to say the least. Some of it is pure garbage.
Shipping should be no problem. Just use a German mail forwarding service.
I use the same type of service when I order for USA. Works great.
Quoted from Axl:They probably made it. So beware. The stuff they produce is underwhelming to say the least. Some of it is pure garbage.
Agree with above.
We will be streaming a very beautiful and freshly shopped out 1995 Williams 'Congo' Pinball tonight at 7PM EDT. Come pay you respects and spam some relatable emojis - https://twitch.tv/owlnonymous
70679731_383556732581893_8522965344501891072_n (resized).jpgQuoted from Mooseman:Has anyone bought one of these?
Anyone feedback on quality?
https://www.pinball.center/en/shop/pinball-parts-by-game/congo/9554/volcano-for-congo?c=0[quoted image]
I just got one, sold out now. seems good quality, i'll post some pics in a day or 2
Quoted from Skyemont:Whats the going price for a Congo? Led's, titan rubbers, pinstadium...
5k +/-
Quoted from Mooseman:Has anyone bought one of these?
Anyone feedback on quality?
https://www.pinball.center/en/shop/pinball-parts-by-game/congo/9554/volcano-for-congo?c=0[quoted image]
45B7FFE3-84EE-4DD0-A9B0-FA55526D39B0 (resized).jpegF241BE98-9409-424E-A479-FB87AD58E053 (resized).jpeg9E6843C3-C56D-4C5D-81B7-2CC5ECAF9C90 (resized).jpegQuoted from ccbiggsoo7:[quoted image][quoted image][quoted image]
Would love to see what it looks like installed, but compared to the original it is definitely missing a ton of detail/texture. Pretty disappointing. Would love to find a better replacement.
20191016_105947 (resized).jpgQuoted from ufiti:Would love to see what it looks like installed, but compared to the original it is definitely missing a ton of detail/texture. Pretty disappointing. Would love to find a better replacement.[quoted image]
yeah, most of pinball center replicas are junk, but I guess beggars cant be choosers.
My dmd went out in my Congo. No lines just nothing. The game does play blind. Is there a dmd controller board? I’ve switched out the cables and dmd from other games with no luck.
Quoted from Lemank:My dmd went out in my Congo. No lines just nothing. The game does play blind. Is there a dmd controller board? I’ve switched out the cables and dmd from other games with no luck.
Congo is a WPC95 game. Sound and display driver are all in one board. Hard to find and fix.
Screenshot_20191016-193450_Chrome (resized).jpgWanna join the discussion? Please sign in to reply to this topic.
Great to see you're enjoying Pinside! Did you know Pinside is able to run without any 3rd-party banners or ads, thanks to the support from our visitors? Please consider a donation to Pinside and get anext to your username to show for it! Or better yet, subscribe to Pinside+!
This page was printed from https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/congo-club-owners-only/page/44?hl=per3per3 and we tried optimising it for printing. Some page elements may have been deliberately hidden.
Scan the QR code on the left to jump to the URL this document was printed from.
Seattle, WA
Orleans, ON
Eatons Hill
Chénens
Le Haillan
