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HEP This Week

By High_End_Pins

5 years ago


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“EBD Trim legs will be black regardless ”

  • Stainless/Factory 35 votes
    31%
  • Blacked out 54 votes
    48%
  • Painted Gold matched to cabinet 24 votes
    21%

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#7201 3 years ago
Quoted from too-many-pins:

Two of my favorite things about watching your post here are: You think "outside the box" and you are willing to "take risks". If I were a betting man I would venture to guess 4 hours labor (or more) into doing those legs (or over $200 or labor risked) on trying to do something different.
I think part of the issue with something like those legs is looking at the machine in person with that addition is going to be different than looking at pictures of the machine.
So in the end it really all depends on what the owner thinks but I love it. My only concern would be putting those painted leg bolts on - I know I would mess them up in the process even if I was super careful. Maybe a small bottle of touch up paint should go along with the machine just in case? Or at least some "spare" painted bolts if you still have the paint in your gun?

Thanks Skip
The great thing about legs is that they are easy to use or not use if the results don’t meet expectations.
In this case they will be optional
The bolts stand very little chance of surviving just one installation but were done for effect.
Black will be fine though and much less fragile.

I really think once installed though it is all going to fall together. I normally have a pretty good eye/sense of those things.
Tough to convey with just one non cleared leg thrown on one corner but that is part of the fun.

#7202 3 years ago
Quoted from too-many-pins:

So in the end it really all depends on what the owner thinks but I love it. My only concern would be putting those painted leg bolts on - I know I would mess them up in the process even if I was super careful. Maybe a small bottle of touch up paint should go along with the machine just in case? Or at least some "spare" painted bolts if you still have the paint in your gun?

Color-matched silicone or plastic caps for the leg bolts could work, too.

#7203 3 years ago

Or hex heads like Houdini.

#7204 3 years ago
Quoted from High_End_Pins:

Thanks Skip
The bolts stand very little chance of surviving just one installation but were done for effect.

I was thinking the same thing because even with a nylon lined socket it would be hard not to have that paint chip or scuff. If it was "my project" I would install the legs, get them good and tight, then just touch them up and never move the machine again. Powder coat might work but the issue is you would never get a great match anyway so what would be the point.

Another idea might be chrome Allen bolts like would be used on car headers or stainless steel button head bolts getting the "footprint" of the head smaller?

#7205 3 years ago

Wow, that is above and beyond! Nice work.

#7206 3 years ago
Quoted from too-many-pins:

I was thinking the same thing because even with a nylon lined socket it would be hard not to have that paint chip or scuff. If it was "my project" I would install the legs, get them good and tight, then just touch them up and never move the machine again. Powder coat might work but the issue is you would never get a great match anyway so what would be the point.
Another idea might be chrome Allen bolts like would be used on car headers or stainless steel button head bolts getting the "footprint" of the head smaller?

When I install painted legs and bolts, I double up a soft rag on both jaws of a crescent wrench. That protects the bolt well. What I struggle with is how to prevent the firm connection between bolt head and leg from chipping or scratching the leg when it snugs up.

#7207 3 years ago

Felt washers.

#7208 3 years ago

It’s Friday.
Let’s have a schmaltz and cook a hot juicy steak!

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#7209 3 years ago
Quoted from High_End_Pins:

This is a lot of work. I only did one so far and haven’t cleared it yet.
Just trying to talk myself into the effort.
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no no no...

gaudy

#7210 3 years ago

PROST

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#7211 3 years ago
Quoted from meSz:

PROST
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Cheers Vince.

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#7212 3 years ago
Quoted from Pin-Pilot:

Wow, that is above and beyond! Nice work.

Appreciate it Dean. Got the lamp board you made me today.
Looks great!
Thank you !!

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#7213 3 years ago
Quoted from High_End_Pins:

Appreciate it Dean. Got the lamp board you made me today.
Looks great!
Thank you !!
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So glad it made it safe to you. I was a bit worried when it got delayed a couple days in "No Delivery Status" state.

Glad I was able to get it made up for your HS restore.

#7214 3 years ago

I like the custom HS legs. I think Houdini style hex nuts like punkin mentioned and plastic leg washers should work.

#7215 3 years ago
Quoted from ToucanF16:

I like the custom HS legs. I think Houdini style hex nuts like punkin mentioned and plastic leg washers should work.

I agree, this works great with the cab art!

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#7216 3 years ago

Ok I test fit the HS legs out of curiosity.
I am not sure if I will use them at all,as is or possibly even alter them but it gives an idea of this option.

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#7217 3 years ago
Quoted from High_End_Pins:

Ok I test fit the HS legs out of curiosity.
I am not sure if I will use them at all,as is or possibly even alter them but it gives an idea of this option.
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I think they look awesome.

#7218 3 years ago

A certified pinball picasso! Such a simple idea ( just might not be a simple task). This is what these pins need, more character for those bland legs. Once again you earn your title of HEP!! On a side note, I noticed in that resto video you posted this past week that you were sporting some custom digs, High End Pins t-shirt. If those side gigs of personal pin delivery and hooters sous chef/waiter don't pan out, you can get into the custom clothier business. Might help supplement those labor intensive not so lucrative times. Let us know when they hit the shelves!! XL please before they're gone.

#7219 3 years ago
Quoted from Mr_Tantrum:

I think they look awesome.

I agree!

#7220 3 years ago

Seeing all the cool things you come up with makes my list grow longer on my own HS restore. At the rate I’m going, it will be done in 2025. Or I could just send it to you...
Great work!

#7221 3 years ago

I wasn’t sold on the idea of the legs when you first posted your design, but seeing them on the machine has won me over. It was a bold choice well played!

#7222 3 years ago

I'm catching up, but that murdered-out TAF looks awesome. Like so awesome I'd almost consider sending my TAF *back* to you for some, err, more treatment.

Black Hurst shifter is incredible on the HS. I'm a little meh on the legs, though. I don't hate them, but I can't quite say I'd want them. Dunno, they're growing on me, but still not sure.

And I knew you'd dig the Cameo. Love the CFA logo (my oldest is working at CFA right now, too). Might need you to send me that file.

--Donnie

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#7223 3 years ago

Had a big weekend.
Curtis’ first Father’s Day. My 22nd. 9854B09A-19FC-4CF8-98E3-4732DFA1F23F (resized).jpeg9854B09A-19FC-4CF8-98E3-4732DFA1F23F (resized).jpeg

I braised some chicken breast and vegetables in the Dutch oven despite the fact it was 90 degrees and sunny outside.
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Wife always sends me mixed messages on holidays.
It usually involves both fitness wear or gear followed by some ridiculous desserts.
This time it is a white chocolate cheesecake topped with an enormous chocolate chip cookie.

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Finally Curtis snd I finally broke open our BCBS vertical box.
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#7224 3 years ago

It’s another TAF Monday but it is drawing to a close.
The TAF JS is packed ready for pickup.
The TAF AA is just about wired.

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#7225 3 years ago

Dang... that cheesecake looks great.

#7226 3 years ago

I must have missed it (or am just out of the loop!) what is JS vs AA?

#7227 3 years ago
Quoted from scootss:

I must have missed it (or am just out of the loop!) what is JS vs AA?

I believe those are the initials of the customer that the game belongs to.

#7228 3 years ago

I started wiring the HS cabinet installing the shaker.
I also tweaked the scheme on the legs because I thought it just had a bit too much yellow and made the game look like it was up on stilts.
This is more what I had initially thought I would do before taking it a bit further
Ultimately I am just going to send these painted legs with the game to give the option but I think I will probably stick with straight black for my build here.

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#7229 3 years ago

As I close out and get further along on older projects it becomes time to start phasing in the building blocks of the upcoming ones.

Cabinet prep is usually the first step
IJ
F-14
And what I anticipate will become a very special Earthshaker.

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#7230 3 years ago

Woof woof

#7231 3 years ago
Quoted from High_End_Pins:

As I close out and get further along on older projects it becomes time to start phasing in the building blocks of the upcoming ones.
Cabinet prep is usually the first step
IJ
F-14
And what I anticipate will become a very special Earthshaker.
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F-14!? This will be really fun to watch.

#7232 3 years ago
Quoted from High_End_Pins:

This is a lot of work.

Wow... simply, wow! That is really a cool touch on top of the high standards you already hold. I think it looks just “right”. It’s a perfect fit. Definitely a lot of work but such a nice and fitting touch. Especially that game.

#7233 3 years ago

Looking forward to the earthshaker!

#7234 3 years ago

TAF AA playfield is wired and the lamps are tested.

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#7235 3 years ago

IJ (KE)cabinet is prepped and primed

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#7236 3 years ago

F-14 cabinet is also prepped and primed along with the new HS lamp panel.

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#7237 3 years ago

And. The HS is back in black after exploring my options.
Glad I did but I like this look best personally and it is going to be much easier to maintain.

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#7238 3 years ago
Quoted from High_End_Pins:

And. The HS is back in black after exploring my options.
Glad I did but I like this look best personally and it is going to be much easier to maintain.
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I like the black legs as well.

#7239 3 years ago
Quoted from High_End_Pins:

And. The HS is back in black after exploring my options.
Glad I did but I like this look best personally and it is going to be much easier to maintain.
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Both versions are good. Can’t go wrong either way.

#7240 3 years ago

TAF AA is just about done powered up for testing.

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#7241 3 years ago
Quoted from High_End_Pins:

TAF AA is just about done powered up for testing.
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LOVE the apron

#7242 3 years ago

Yea, that is one cool apron!!!

#7243 3 years ago
Quoted from Bohdi:

LOVE the apron

Quoted from Pin-Pilot:

Yea, that is one cool apron!!!

About $325 plus shipping.

https://tinyurl.com/yaafh5zl

#7244 3 years ago

IJ KE cabinet is based and cleared.

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#7245 3 years ago

F-14 cabinet sanded based in black and cleared. This will be a fully painted cabinet so it’s just one of many steps to come.

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#7246 3 years ago

TAF AA is all done.
Hopefully I will get it outside for pictures but honestly I am thinking about skipping it until the pictures start loading correctly.
Having to rotate each and every one 3 times is just too much hassle in quantity.

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#7247 3 years ago

THAT is the best looking Addams Family pin I have ever seen Chris!! You continue to top yourself with everyone!!! Holy cow!!!

#7248 3 years ago
Quoted from High_End_Pins:

TAF AA is all done.
Hopefully I will get it outside for pictures but honestly I am thinking about skipping it until the pictures start loading correctly.
Having to rotate each and every one 3 times is just too much hassle in quantity.

Hokey workaround here, but I use a free program called photoscape when I have to resize and date photos at work. It'll let you batch process photos so you could have a separate "pinside" folder with upsidedown photos in one go.

#7249 3 years ago

Sounds like pinside is ignoring the Exif Orientation tag in photos.

Sorry, that information is useless in and of itself.

#7250 3 years ago
Quoted from yancy:

Sounds like pinside is ignoring the Exif Orientation tag in photos.

Sorry, that information is useless in and of itself.

I don't know what that means but after seeing this happen for a while now, I just opened a BUG topic for it.

https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/picture-orientation-issues#post-5715038

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