In the move of absolute dumbassery on my part I could not figure out why my 1974 Bally Big Show was having problems with the kicker that sends the ball into the trough. A wire fell off and I had to rewire it unfortunately I did not push the tabs down enough and when I put the faceplate on it was touching one or both of the leads and making the whole game turn dark. Only took me a day to figure that out LOL
Quoted from Nintendork:In the move of absolute dumbassery on my part I could not figure out why my 1974 Bally Big Show was having problems with the kicker that sends the ball into the trough. A wire fell off and I had to rewire it unfortunately I did not push the tabs down enough and when I put the faceplate on it was touching one or both of the leads and making the whole game turn dark. Only took me a day to figure that out LOL
At least you figured it out.
Quoted from nsduprr:Welcome to dumbassery club. I joined several years ago. I usually renew my subscription every few months or so.
I'm reminded of space balls the movie Now that should have been made into a pinball
Quoted from poppapin:At least you figured it out.
Yes sir!
Paragon was the first game I replaced all the incandescent bulbs... by my self...
Hours later I buttoned up the game and looked at all the LED gorgeosity.
Started a game... no flippers..
My clumsy elbows had disconnected the wires to both flipper coils...
Time to call my friend with the solder gun...
Live and learn.
Quoted from gonzo73:Paragon was the first game I replaced all the incandescent bulbs... by my self...
Hours later I buttoned up the game and looked at all the LED gorgeosity.
Started a game... no flippers..
My clumsy elbows had disconnected the wires to both flipper coils...
Time to call my friend with the solder gun...
Live and learn.
That happens to me alot as well. Believe me your not alone
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