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How to move a pinball machine alone

By PinballTilt

7 years ago


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Post #71 Lift jack plans Posted by P2K (6 years ago)

Post #74 Lift jack usage Posted by AUKraut (6 years ago)

Post #89 Lift jack alterations Posted by fanuminski (6 years ago)


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#62 6 years ago

Just the breaking down (or putting up) of a pinball machine is a big problem if you are by yourself. The usual way is to use your knee or a chair and lift up the rear of the game and remove the legs then lower the game to the floor.

I tried this in the beginning and will never do again! My back hurt for a long time and eventually I would have permanent back problems.

I have used this system ever since then so I can raise or lower a pin to the floor by myself with no strain. In addition this method is lightweight and small so it can be carried to any kind of location where a pin is and takes up little space in your car.

Thanks.
Alan

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#71 6 years ago

Here are some details of my lifting system.
Mine is a prototype and had revisions to make it work so it looks funky. I recommend using 3/4" plywood, glue and screws. Good corner bracing is important.

Remember that as a pinball is lifted or lowered it will try to slip along the wood top plate of the jack because the distance is constantly changing due to the angle of the game pivoting on the front legs. That is why I put lines on the top plate to show the expected movement. Pay attention to this!

This slipping can put the load center off center so keep an eye on how the jack looks as the game moves. The heavier the game the more important this becomes.

Safety first!

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