Quoted from Freeplay40:

So for those interested, I have a set of ramps that I will use as models for these. I do not have the game and would be interested in seeing photos of both entrances to the ramps. I did receive photos from one other Pinsider and at least from his it seems pretty obvious why they got hammered. I don't remember the post, but someone was trying to get Cliffy to provide some protection. From the photos I just saw as well as those on the IPDB, would seem logical that the posts that are there to protect the leading edges of the ramp should maybe be a little more substantial? If anyone has come up with something different at the entrance I'd like to see it. I am certainly going to make this ramp in in Clear PETG for its durability, but this might not be the best application for an acrylic colored ramp, without some beefier protection at the entrances.

Quoted from Freeplay40:

RAMP UPDATE...........
So, I wish I could say that I have been relaxing and doing nothing. These Genesis ramps are proving to be extremely difficult to get a good consistent product. If you look closely at your originals, in the flat area toward the upper part of the ramp (where it mounts) you can see indentations that are actually on the underside. I have wondered if this is why they opted to paint them. Anyway, those indentations are caused by what is called a "plug". A plug is used in the forming process to assist in the actual forming. The design of these ramps requires that the forming process be assisted. The difficulty comes in trying to keep that "assistance" from showing. I have modeled these in both male and female molds and have gone back and forth several times. I have even tried forming them with 3/16" PETG, but the problem caused by the design simply won't allow them to be made without assistance. I came pretty close with today's test and have decided to modify yet again my machine to produce these. In today's test I used some screen to add texture to the flat top of the ramp as a means to minimize the effect of the plug. I have now decided to actually mechanically assist the plug process to insure consistency. I hope to have that done tomorrow. In the mean time here are some photos of the form I did today for the left ramp which show the texture I added... Let me know what you think about the texture.. My hope is to come up with a process where I won't need the texture, but I think it adds an interesting effect.
more to come.... Mark

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Quoted from crlush:

Please don't give up!!

Quoted from Freeplay40:

Below are photos of the test ramps I am sending off to Chris Hibler today for test fit and photo shoot!. I'm hoping he will have them by Saturday. I was able to get a set painted that I think is pretty close. Hardest part is painting them very thin like the originals. We'll wait to see what they look like in Chris's game.

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Quoted from ForceFlow:

For one thing, a player would be blinded by the flashes with the clear ramps. There are 4 flashers without diffusers or colored caps under the ramps, since the ramps basically act as the diffusers.

Quoted from Whysnow:

ramps arrived.
now, I just need to find a local game for a fair price.

Quoted from thedefog:

This game is like Laser War, the translite keeps anyone from taking it seriously. But playing it proves otherwise. Dunno why so many people poo-poo this game. It has clear goals and rules that anyone can easily understand (just like Laser War). It has the one more game factor going as you want to complete the robot. Granted, it isn't the most complex game, but it is also 1986, it is on par with other games of the time period. Now someone sell me theirs!

Quoted from vid1900:

Alt translight

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Quoted from rgb635:

Hey RCBrown those spots are nice....you can have my clear bumper idea and ill incorporate your spot lights!!

Quoted from ForceFlow:

They sure look sharp in your game.
I wonder how frosted ramps might look.

Quoted from Methos:

I am seeing the one second on the right tomorrow evening!

Quoted from ChrisHibler:

This has been a great thread and experience.
I love the creativity of the folks chiming in here.
Originally, I thought I'd stay with the OEM pink.
But after seeing the clears, and expecially the lighting that can be incorporated, I'm on the clear bandwagon.
Way to go Mark "FreePlay40"!
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Quoted from Schusler:

Also the fact, it's suppose to conceal the mystery under playfield. Hence, opaque.

Quoted from insaneinthedrain:

I agree. I hadn't put any money in my Genesis.
Now with new ramps I going to order LEDs, pinbit window, and a bunch from pbr.my 600 game is turning into a little money pit.oh well such a good game deserves it.

Quoted from lb45:

Just received my two ramps like a Christmas Gift , from WA to France .
You made a great job , Mark
Some days to wait before a shoot, but it's wonderful.
Thanks again

Quoted from Freeplay40:

Merci Beaucoup!!

Quoted from Freeplay40:

Uh, don't hold your breath!