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Just picked up a 72” Escalera that came with the load balancing wheel kit and the big wheel kit. Any feedback from those who’ve used both as to which is most useful for pinball machines? I know I’ll want the big wheel kit if I need to go off pavement, but how about for just moving machines around the house? Also, is it worth adding the 12”x28” plate or the 12”x32” one, or just stick with the stock one?
453A0ACF-1A54-4DF2-8E22-09F10E726274 (resized).jpegQuoted from flynnibus:I’ve never needed a bigger toe plate for pins.
Big wheel is always an on and off thing because you can’t use it and climb the the same time. You get good with speed as you do it more.
The big wheel is nice for keeping loads already tilted back… but I don’t have the load balancer to compare.
Good to know, thanks! I’ll reserve the big wheels for off pavement, as the load balancing wheels fold to allow for stair climbing, then you can flip them out again with your foot to hold the unit.
Quoted from Chalkey:Adding a spotter is a dangerous proposition IMO. If you drop that shit do you really want your buddy or SO trying to catch the 300lbs with momentum going who the fuck knows where? I'm like fuck this game, if it falls that's on me don't risk getting hurt.
Exactly my approach, I ask everyone to stay the hell away.
Quoted from Boat:Hey escalera owners, I ordered the step edge detectors and decided to do a restore on my unit at the same time.
You can check it out here
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/escalera-partial-restore-#post-7601408[quoted image][quoted image][quoted image][quoted image][quoted image]
Nice job, powder coat looks nice! What do you think of the step edge detectors, are they worth the upgrade?
Quoted from Jmckune:Does anyone have any insight on MS-66 vs MS-72? I’m looking at a used unit that is the 72 model. Has extra load wheels (4 total if extended) extra retractable strap, big wheel attachment, and portable steps. I’ve used the 66 model several times but never the 72. Is it too big?
I’ve got the 72 and it works well for me, I like the extra leverage it provides. However, if you have a tight turn in your stairs, or a smaller pin hauler, the extra height could be an issue. I have an id.4 (smaller end of mid-size SUV) and it’s a tight squeeze, needing to rest between the front seats.
IMG_1345 (resized).jpegQuoted from Pin_Fandango:I sent an email to escalera directly and see if they have something. The whole sealed battery is very 1990 lol
Direct replacement 12v batteries are produced, but expensive. https://antigravitybatteries.com/
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