#146 @12:00pm pacific

I feel bad for those with originals. Guessing we'll see a few for sale this week.

Ya... it's a risk..but I love old bally's... i'll get the set. Just sucks because I wouldn't have paid for the added mermaid edition if they didnt hold back the 2.0 code. I'm not a big fan. I'm guessing they'll add that in on the standard after getting their orders.

Also...not sure if everyone noticed this:
"The Mermaid edition will include free domestic shipping within Australia and will include free shipping to Planetary Pinball Supply in the USA."

That makes the special edition more tempting especially for us west coasters.

first buy the membership
https://haggispinball.com/index.php?option=com_ecwid&view=ecwid#!/Clan-Haggis/p/244825212/category=59077003

Then you can put down a deposit

Then post your order #

free shipping on Mermaid to SF

Rumour has it number 196 sold

still waiting on my machine number. I was like order number 146

Anyone else notice that on the video it mentions 2.0 code, but doesn't mention that it's for the Mermaid Edition only. If it's available on all models do you think they'll offer refunds for those who went Mermaid? I would have waited otherwise.

Any word on production yet? Weren't they supposed to start July 1? Didn't see a news release.

Thanks man .. that sounds great. Looks like there's a decent chance of getting a completed game! Cheers

Wasn't it 200? On any case, this is awesome news

I will sell my place in line for $1,000,000. No low ball offers accepted.

Just got word that my game is on the line and will be completed end of this week. I almost sold my spot too. I'm glad nobody took me up on it. I was considering selling because I have a TBL and a Mermaid fully paid for. It just seemed so risky. Now with my game hopefully shipping out next week I feel a whole lot better. Nobody knows why Damian doesn't post updates. Maybe it's because no matter what he says, he gets too much negative feedback. I really am excited for my game. It will be replacing my Williams Diner. TBL will replace st:tng. My lineup will be pretty amazing. Baywatch, Rush Prem, GZ Prem, TBL, TZ, MM, SS, Mermaid, Big Ben (EM from my childhood). When my CC SE+ finally ships it will replace SS. I really like Baywatch... nuts huh?

Air freight for me being in LA was $1600. But it would cost me $600 to ship it from Sparks, NV, so the additional is really only $1000 for me. Why not, can't wait for my game. Should be here in 2 weeks. Will take some video.

Just got word that mine has been boxed up today and ready to ship. Upgraded to DHL express. Should be flipping in 2022!

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just because someone doesn't disclose specifics about their order does not mean anything fishy is going on. Some people just might not want to show their hand to a stranger. It's comforting to know that machines are being built and are shipping. Damien is nothing but strait up. Things are not going as fast as originally planned.... well that's to be expected. If he took the full payment, rest assured he's a good guy and will make you whole eventually. Pinball is hard.

Mine will be opened and set up as soon as it arrives

wow...someone actually opened one up!!

How is it? Mine's coming next week. I'm beyond stoked.

Finally got back from holiday so I could set it up.

It's so choice. If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up

Location Redondo Beach, CA

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nice... mine is the soft roof with no back seat. cool vehicle (when it works)

why not join the pinball league? starts up Jan 10

6 weeks, starting Tuesday Jan 10 @730pm. Meet and greet is Friday Jan 6, 7pm.
Each team will consist of ~6 g77 members and 2 or 3 members from the pinball community. The goal of the league is to get G77 members more engaged with pinball by adding competition with some teammates that know how to play and can pass on some skills. Minimum 4 people per team required to compete in each round. At least one g77 member and one person from the pinball community.

Games are on free play and there is no entry fee. There will be prizes and possibly getting t-shirts made as well.

Each round will consist of 4 rounds of doubles and 8 rounds of singles. Using the pinball NYC score-sheet and rules. Maximum 1 extra ball per player per game. Tie breakers will be determined by a round of Big Ben EM.

Can't do bikes.... It's just too difficult and not enough riders

Mermaid is unreal. The new rules basically makes it 2 games in one. I'll probably get all the others in the series as well. One awesome feature is how it uses under cabinet lighting to make the floor look like the ocean in certain modes.

If someone in the LA area who is skilled enough wants to swing by and take footage, HMU

I have had a few issues:

1. the plunger not being powerful enough issue. I solved this by replacing the spring with a more powerful one. They are easily purchased from marco/pinballlife. cheap and easy fix. No other modification needed

2. Flippers get stuck in the up position. The coil is not stuck on or anything. Almost seems like they are slightly magnetized. Any advice?

3. Flipper leaf switch sometimes doesn't activate. Odd, I have this same issue on other machines. Is there a good way to clean those contacts? I barely have 30 games played

4. Ball sometimes bounces back into the ball trough. Then it may pop in 2 balls. Anyone else?

I really dont recall..i purchased the 3 heavier one. I believe it was red, but dont quote me on that. works perfect now

still not perfect. have it on 13% but it's not consistent. Sometimes it's perfect, sometimes it bounces around. If you look at the mech, the bracket is a bit flimsy. I took a wms95 flipper rebuild kit and changed the piston, link, and back stop on the right flipper and it doesnt stick anymore. I'm not sure if it was from taking it apart and putting it back together, or if it was bad parts. The left one sticks on occasion, but not as much as the right one was.