Quoted from Pin_Fandango:

Perfect, I need to order the scoop protector. Why are you so cheap Stern!!!
Will order both at the same time

Quoted from ulmpharmd:

I know this has been posted before, but can someone explain step by step what I should do to install Cleland's code on the fresh off the line gotg pro that just landed? Also, where can I get the Cleland code for this recent build? Sorry again for the basic questions just don't want to fry anything Thanks in adavance

Quoted from big-c66:

Does anyone know if the guy that was making the wire form ramps still makes them. I’m trying to find it in the thread

Quoted from FLpinball:

Has anyone updated the Cleland 1.09 code on a new NIB Pro that has the 1.11 code from the factory?

Quoted from aaron6920:

I also put the service rails on my GOTG and they are really nice compared to the pegs. I thought maybe the new builds they would include the rails like the other new pros. That is kind of disappointing. I also put on the same scoop protector from pinball life but I will say I have seen a bunch of absolutely played to death guardians on location and never seen wear from the scoop. It is interesting but the scoop on this game doesn't wear much like other games such as RUSH! It is a much easier shot to make with the protector off I find games on location much easier to hit. I think in a home use setting you would not see hardly any wear on it. Congrats on the game it is a great one

Quoted from Pin_Fandango:

oh that is interesting to know, I would suspect the games to get beat up there in no time...
Anybody else reporting the same? if yes then I will start playing this game, lol, believe it or not, I have not waiting for the scoop protector!

Quoted from Pinball-Obsessed:

yes, it will change it to 1.09 code and that will work fine. you will not be able to use home team is all or run the 1.11 code

Quoted from goldsmid:

To get the image file, DM Cleland asking for the link to the image file. He will send you a DM with the link to download it.
I have found the most reliable way to image the SD card on a Mac is the following:

Quoted from bigguybbr:

It's really just a 2 step process that he details in his email. Nothing fancy if you are using a PC
1) Flash the .img file provided to a SD card (class 10, 16 Gig) using Balena Etcher or win32disk imager if you prefer
2) Insert it into your game replacing the existing SD card, and you're done

Quoted from big-c66:

Does anyone know if the guy that was making the wire form ramps still makes them. I’m trying to find it in the thread

Quoted from aaron6920:

I also put the service rails on my GOTG and they are really nice compared to the pegs. I thought maybe the new builds they would include the rails like the other new pros. That is kind of disappointing. I also put on the same scoop protector from pinball life but I will say I have seen a bunch of absolutely played to death guardians on location and never seen wear from the scoop. It is interesting but the scoop on this game doesn't wear much like other games such as RUSH! It is a much easier shot to make with the protector off I find games on location much easier to hit. I think in a home use setting you would not see hardly any wear on it. Congrats on the game it is a great one

Quoted from ulmpharmd:

I know this has been posted before, but can someone explain step by step what I should do to install Cleland's code on the fresh off the line gotg pro that just landed? Also, where can I get the Cleland code for this recent build? Sorry again for the basic questions just don't want to fry anything Thanks in adavance

Quoted from pinballinreno:

No, the magnets always work best tightly pressed against the playfield on all games.
Added over 4 years ago: By magnets I mean magnet coils not the core.
Added over 4 years ago: By magnets I mean magnet coils not the core.

Quoted from Pin_Fandango:

I was reading about how to dial in the magnet and then I found this warning...not sure what he is talking about.
Mine is not touching the PF, is this still an issue? how is this supposed to play?
I want to dial in the game but I am not sure what am I looking for to know whether it plays correctly or not.
Are you guy adding mylar on top of the PF where the magnet is?
I had my share of damaged art before so I know the key with these pf is protecting the known suspect before the wear starts, then you are golden.

Quoted from aaron6920:

Best thing to do is play it and see if you get enough magnet activity with its current setting. I moved mine closer because it was rarely catching the ball. You will know if you start orb multiball or orb shots and see the ball grab and moved. No negative to having it too far away besides lack of activity. I would play it first and see how it plays. The bad part about having the magnet dialed in and close to the playfield is often times it’s frustrating because it throws it right to the left outlane. Lol that’s how you know you have a close enough for full magnet activity.
I would say dial in priorities on this game:
1 Dial in scoop eject power to return nicely to the left flipper. You might have to apply light pressure and bend up on the scoop lid to adjust also. Settings in menu adjust power.
2 orb shot. You might have to adjust the drop target if the ball escapes before it catches often. I believe in mine it needed adjustment.
3 Magnet- see if needs moved closer
4 Coil Stops- replace the stern ones as soon as possible. On mine they were toast when I bought it at 400 plays.
5 Cleland code makes this game so much better.

Quoted from Pin_Fandango:

This is great.
#2 does not make sense to me but I presume I will understand what you mean once I play it

Quoted from Pin_Fandango:

oh that is interesting to know, I would suspect the games to get beat up there in no time...
Anybody else reporting the same? if yes then I will start playing this game, lol, believe it or not, I have not waiting for the scoop protector!

Quoted from TheShaft:

This will be my first Spike 2 game. What’s the best way to hook up an external sub? On my LOTR and AC/DC I’ve just tied into the cabinet speaker. Is there a line out on the newer games?

Quoted from PinMonk:

Temp testing on GotG ready to go.
I did a quick 30 minute test without noting the temp progression and got ~142F on both flippers by the end of the 30 minutes (close flipper coil temps usually indicates a well-balanced game, shot-wise). We'll see what I get with a full 2 hour test with every 5 minute temp checks.[quoted image]

Quoted from bigguybbr:

It that with or without your TB fans?

Quoted from MaxIsDead:

Really digging this game, it’s a lot of fun. I was shocked how it’s basically Metallica. But thats ok, it’s a whole new game with the theme and Metallica is a solid shooting flow so its all good.

Quoted from MaxIsDead:

Really digging this game, it’s a lot of fun. I was shocked how it’s basically Metallica. But thats ok, it’s a whole new game with the theme and Metallica is a solid shooting flow so its all good.

Quoted from MaxIsDead:

Really digging this game, it’s a lot of fun. I was shocked how it’s basically Metallica. But thats ok, it’s a whole new game with the theme and Metallica is a solid shooting flow so its all good.

Quoted from MaxIsDead:

The eagle has landed
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Quoted from ExSquid:

I have to say this is the most colorful game I've personally seen. The wife is always commenting on how " cool" it looks. I agree

Quoted from aaron6920:

Best thing to do is play it and see if you get enough magnet activity with its current setting. I moved mine closer because it was rarely catching the ball. You will know if you start orb multiball or orb shots and see the ball grab and moved. No negative to having it too far away besides lack of activity. I would play it first and see how it plays. The bad part about having the magnet dialed in and close to the playfield is often times it’s frustrating because it throws it right to the left outlane. Lol that’s how you know you have a close enough for full magnet activity.
I would say dial in priorities on this game:
1 Dial in scoop eject power to return nicely to the left flipper. You might have to apply light pressure and bend up on the scoop lid to adjust also. Settings in menu adjust power.
2 orb shot. You might have to adjust the drop target if the ball escapes before it catches often. I believe in mine it needed adjustment.
3 Magnet- see if needs moved closer
4 Coil Stops- replace the stern ones as soon as possible. On mine they were toast when I bought it at 400 plays.
5 Cleland code makes this game so much better.

Quoted from ExSquid:

I hear this all the time in most threads about the coil stops. I've been lucky I guess ( knock on wood ). But what stops do you guys put in yours? Link if you have one. And what's different about them? Just curious and ill order some just to have on hand in case.

Quoted from Pin_Fandango:

have not had an issue with any coil stops. To me this is wive tales from when Stern had a bad run one time.

Quoted from ExSquid:

I hear this all the time in most threads about the coil stops. I've been lucky I guess ( knock on wood ). But what stops do you guys put in yours? Link if you have one. And what's different about them? Just curious and ill order some just to have on hand in case.

Quoted from mcvetyty:

https://www.pinballlife.com/flipper-coil-stop-for-sternsega.html
That is the coil stop replacement and I definitely recommend it. Sterns factory stops are actually two pieces that are not welded together very well - the circular part in the middle over time will detach from the bracket and your flippers will not be as snappy. You'll also notice a lot of metal shaving pieces when you look beneath the playfield.
I personally disagree with other folks who said they aren't experiencing issues with recent Stern ones. The fact is they just don't notice it. I had a new Godzilla machine where only one of the coil stops had failed (upper flipper), but I went ahead and replaced all three and INSTANTLY noticed an insane difference in the lower flippers. MUCH snappier. This simple $5 upgrade is 100% a must-do on all Sterns in my opinion. One more tip, while you are replacing the coil stops, take 20 seconds more to replace the sleeves as well. Will also make a huge difference, especially if your Stern sleeves got dirty from their crappy stops. Here's the sleeve link:
https://www.pinballlife.com/2-316-coil-sleeve.html

Quoted from ExSquid:

Thank you!! Appreciate the help and advice. Ordering some now.

Quoted from Pin_Fandango:

have not had an issue with any coil stops. To me this is wive tales from when Stern had a bad run one time.

Quoted from Pinball-Obsessed:

I was a little worried about how similar the layout is to Metallica but it’s awesome and has a different feel. I’m loving this game too!
Got a surprise in the mail today; the Starlord dome cover I ordered from Modfather pinball. It looks awesome.
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Quoted from bigguybbr:

Damn you got the machine a week ago and already bought every mod on the market lol

Quoted from Pinball-Obsessed:

I know, I feel so dirty…

Quoted from applejuice:

So, all tests completed and no issues reported. Here are the v109 links for my version.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/wo4iybcnyr6x33a/gotg109-mypinballs-v120.img?raw=1
https://www.dropbox.com/s/95e5kifa0zlse6b/gotg109le-mypinballs-v120.img?raw=1
Also, as been asked a few times now, If you would like to reward my effort in sorting the v109 update out and support my pinball business generally see here for a donate button. There is also more detail on the changes made and ordering info if you want a pre-setup SD card etc:
https://mypinballs.com/software/gotg

Quoted from nagamitsu:

Got my GOTG from a friend who owns a bar arcade locally, mine is an early one from 2016 (?) but wish they had done a protector from the beginning on these or made it come with them by default. Damage already done so pointless installing one now
Tim
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Quoted from bigguybbr:

I would probably still throw on a cliffy to hide some of the wear and maybe spot treat the chips with clear to prevent further paint loss

Quoted from TheShaft:

I’m assuming one version is Pro code and one is Premium/LE. Is this correct, and does anyone know which is what? I’m looking for the Pro code.

Quoted from nagamitsu:

Got my GOTG from a friend who owns a bar arcade locally, mine is an early one from 2016 (?) but wish they had done a protector from the beginning on these or made it come with them by default. Damage already done so pointless installing one now
Tim
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