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First pin to learn the maintenance aspect?

By Chet_Hardbody

3 years ago


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    #1 3 years ago
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    Chet_Hardbody

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    Hi all,

    I've always had an interest in pinball, but mostly just hitting the ball around without much strategy. I've been doing research on my first pin and I was hoping to get some advice. The one thing I was thinking about is from what I've seen around the forums something WILL stop working, no matter what. I don't want to have to call someone every time this happens, so I would love to learn to do it myself. However, I have no mechanical skills and I am really bad with DIY projects.

    I have a budget of $3,500 for a used pin. I'm looking for one that is on the easy side of learning to fix and replace parts, but still fun/deep. Any suggestions?

    Some pins I've been looking at are Judge Dredd Johnny Mnemonic Tales from the Crypt Last Action Hero

    edit: was also looking at NBA Fastbreak

    Thanks in advance!

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    Thanks all for the advice so far, appreciate it

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    Quoted from DumbAss:

    If you are serious about learning I am happy to help you learn. I am (somewhat) local to you. I would be happy to help you inspect your first purchase if that is what you want or need. You would get a better idea of what you are getting yourself into.
    I only have one (not fixed but preferable) condition ... you can ask any question once and even twice but if you ask the same question three times the deal is off. This indicates to me that you are not learning and just want someone to "fix my sh*t". I have met quite a few people who want me to "fix my sh*t for free". I will help you to learn to fix your own sh*t for free.

    Thanks for the offer! I'll definitely keep this in mind when I'm closer to purchasing. Much appreciated.

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    Quoted from Antron77:

    I just shopped a game for my first time over the last cpl days. Since I got my first pin last Aug I have learned a ton, even how to solder. If you're willing to learn there is a ton of info available. I also had no mechanical skills going into this hobby. Now I feel I am pretty self sufficient.

    That is terrifying to me, but nice job!

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