I am getting ready to shop out my GNR and add some mods to it. I searched this forum and couldn't find what I was looking for.

I do not have a topper, and I don't want to spend $500+ for the original. I thought it would be cool to add some authentic Gunners memorabilia, but there is nothing that would really work as a topper. I could also pass on a topper, it isn't that important to me. Any thoughts?

Here is the list of upgrades/mods that I am thinking about. I am looking for recommendations and feedback.

1. FF speaker upgrade.
2. McFarlane Slash Figure: http://static.zoovy.com/img/toynk/W280-H280-Bffffff/F/fhs.jpg
3. Pinbits Mirrored Backboard Plastic: http://www.pinbits.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=13_55&products_id=420&zenid=78ppir340f7qlsuj9nvd47alt4
3a. Red Cold Cathodes Tubes to mount behind Mirrored Backboard Plastic
4. PinCardz: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=116472198364429&set=a.116467391698243.18752.116464558365193&type=1&theater
5. I purchased a new G ramp.
6. Translite: I purchased new.
7. Plastic Set: Purchased
8. Plastic Protectors: Purchased
9. Axl scoop metal protector: Purchased
10. Black Pearl Grade 25 ball for Captive Ball
11. Lighted Flipper Buttons: Going with green
12. LED's: I haven't purchased any and hope to have some feedback on whether to do this or not. Maybe specific colors in certain inserts?
13. Gun Grips: Very cool, but I am passing on this.
14. Lighted Snake: Looking for some feedback on how to light this.

Thanks!

_{Post edited by xsonics2k2 : Updated the list.}

Great suggestions, I will make sure to add protectors to the list.

B_R, the light you added to the snake looks great! Thanks for the pictures and videos! Gotta love those crazy magnets!

I may add some red lighted flipper buttons to the list.

I actually dig the Slash figure, to each their own. It is the perfect size and it adds some visual interest to the upper 1/3rd of the playfield. It doesn't affect the line of sight on the ball and it is really well made.

I wonder how a few black pinballs would look?

Wow! Where can I order this?

Yes you do! Nice work!

This project has officially started and I have a few questions...

Posts: Should I go with black rubber posts since 'premium cliffy post sleeves' do not come in black?

LED's: I am not a big LED fan, but I do like using them in certain areas that need extra lighting. Has anyone used LED's and if so, are there specific areas to light up to help make the game pop? If so, where and what LED's do you suggest?

For those of you who have installed the McFarlane Slash figure & amps, how did you install this?

Dsuperbee: How did you mount the red cold cathode tube? I saw another thread where someone mounted two of these. Do you think 1 is enough, or should I go for 2?

THANKS!!

Great idea!

Nice!

Another reason I like that McFarlane figure is because the feet do match up perfectly. It is a natural fit. Thanks for the tip. What about the amp?

Good tips. Thanks!

I will post pictures here when everything is finished.

I updated the list on the original post to include some of the suggestions in this thread that I am going to add to the project. Thanks.

Is it possible to add a Shaker Motor to GNR? If so, is it worth it?

There is a rubber sleeve post missing from G ramp entrance: Any idea where to find one?

Cheers,
Brad

Good to know poibug! I am definitely interested in what you find.

Thanks!

Updated this thread with dsuperbee's snake mod link.

http://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/finished-my-gnr-mod

Looks great!

I have been looking for a video that shows a machine with and without Pinsound to understand the difference in audio quality. The only videos I can find are ones with modified music.

That makes sense, thanks.

Is there a pinsound upgrade with the original songs / sound effects?
Thanks,
Brad

Which version of ColorDMD looks better on GNR, LCD or LED?
Thanks!

That's good to know jints, I think I'll go with the LED option.