I would love to help, but I don’t have any of these games that require The decals you Listed. Maybe there’s another way we can help?

LTG is a wealth of knowledge. Providing a free bump. None of those decals serve me any good. Maybe other businesses or pinsiders can provide other products here.

Did you run this idea past LTG?

Haha you are right, but I actually have 5 sheets of those lockdown decals

LTG is da man!

I’m in! LTG rocks. I’ll grab a set of BW lockdown decals. Sending PM

Ordered the lockdown bar decals and a set for Congo. Thanks for all the knowledge LTG! Can't count how many times I've searched the forums for tech issues and you're always one of the first to reply with straightforward and easy to understand info.

I need a set of the Williams lockdown decals. I’ll order and pay as soon as I’m back home tonight.

If anyone is interested in a simple approach LTG shared his PayPal # with us a month ago which we gave what we could for a great person. PM if you wish to send him some support yourself. He is the Best of the Best.

Is there a way to buy his gift certificates and maybe donate them to a local charity/scouting/group that can use them?

Yes. If you note that on a PayPal to him he will honor your request. Several have reached out for his PP and I Know he appreciates the support. He has humbly helped the community forever without a request for any support so seeing people do so in kind to him is Very kind.

Forgive my naivete, but what is LTG's normal business? Your idea to help is admirable.

Interesting question as business would be defined in most cases as profit baring. LTG has been a supporter of the hobby directly and indirectly for Soon to be 50 years. He still runs his parents SS Billiards and Arcade in MN to this day (Solo without employees) rain or shine morning to night. He is Also the tech support on forum or phone for CGC, JJP, honestly ANY machine or Person that needs help. Most however don't know that he does this with NO salary or Boss! He does it primarily out of kindness and his love of the hobby. Very few have I personally ever met that would do so much for so little. A thank you for the most part has always been his reward. Do note along with shows, helping locals, etc he does Much more then we see but in general to me he is one of the people that made this hobby Great for new and Old. Plus he's the dam Nicest guy you will honestly ever meet. His doors are always open and I will BET even with this shut down he and his dog Prada are still heading to SS Billiards Every day to help even a single call for help. Thats the LTG I know....

Technically you see him Every Day at the top of this forum and only notice if you need him. Now I suspect he may need Us..

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What a nice man, I’ve seen his help over the years and read so much that he has written. Imagine how many people he has indirectly helped over the years, amazing. Deserves any help he can get.

Maybe set up a donation link for those of us that don't need anything, but want to send a little something to LTG to help. I've been on the other end of CGS/JJP tech issues and his support has been phenomenal over the years.

That’s why I suggested the PP. Don’t need to buy anything and it’s anonymous if that’s where your heart is. Just don’t feel right publishing his account and he is Way to humble and proud to ever ask for help. Heck, just sharing a PM of kind supportive words I’m sure he would appreciate.

Just bought the wcs94 ones
Hang in there Lloyd!

Great idea Flash!

Bump

Loyd is such an amazing guy, so generous with his time and knowledge. I always wondered about his professional experience, he seems to know so much tech about so many pins. I am honored to be able to support him during these times. Hang in there Loyd, better times are ahead!

While not surprised I am Very pleased to see how many reached out for his PayPal info simply to show appreciation like yourself. Rather difficult world turn but it is Really amazing to see people reaching out to help others as an act of kindness without agenda. Will only say he reached out to thank everyone for their kindness and while humble, every bit Does help even if it’s a simple kind word to keep spirits up. You people are Fricken Awesome. Really awesome!

Anyone recall when LTG hit, what was it? 100K posts on RGP?
That was an accomplishment.

'Standing on the shoulders of giants' comes to mind...

Send me a PM and I will give you his PayPal. Not sure if that can be posted. I know he would appreciate it.

I'm humbled by the out pouring of kind words and support.

Thank you doesn't seem enough. I really do appreciate all of this !

Thank you,
Lloyd

How can you not? He’s the most universally loved and valuable member we have here. He’s always the first guy to try and help whenever we have anything come up, the least we can do is try and return the favor. Hopefully it’s enough to get him through this.

Bought the Houdini stickers, Lloyds a great guy. Not sure how it all works, but if you need me to pay shipping again just tell me, assuming you are just transferring the profit bit to his paypal?

I’ve been a legitimate fan since I bought my first game, and in a panic (it didn’t turn on when I got it home!!!), LTG helped me with said game. Would love to “over pay” for a game, is shipping still happening reliably ?

Your awesomeness is probably the only thing Pinside can unanimously agree on!

Does SS Billiards sell bumper stickers or t shirts?

Before I moved to Minneapolis in 2005 I would come to the cities to visit friends and to go to sporting events or concerts. The two places I would always make it a point to visit were The CC Club and SS Billiards. I am anxiously awaiting the day I can come in again and drop some quarters in your pins, and it's always great to have a chat with one of the nicest people I've ever met, in or out of the world of pinball. Hang in there LLoyd, we've got your back, it's the least we can do.

No. Had the logo made years ago. Something else always comes up first before getting to use it on stuff.

LTG : )

Lol, that’s because LTG has seen Most Everything and is always willing to share a story. He could do 100k posts by noon tomorrow lol. All I (and my wife) want is to celebrate LTG’s 50th anniversary coming soon. He Will make it and we will plan to attend the 60th also. Surviving in this industry (especially liked) for 50 fricken years is Monumental! He’s technically a landmark. An Old one, but a Great.

All PM’s replied to, the kindness is amazing in this group. Bless each of you.

Lloyd’s a great guy, and has helped me a good amount of times, follows some restos and offers great insight & jokes, etc....the list goes on. Total asset to the community and one of the good ones...not like the rest of us asses.

Thanks to flash for starting the thread and getting my attention, and to Yelo for the quick PM response. I just threw something his way directly.

Hey LTG, can you use a few old socks?

Thank you, no.

I haven't worn socks for years.

LTG : )

LTG is there by chance a way for people to donate to you directly, preferably without crowdfunding overhead and all?

Apparently it might not get as chilly in Minnesota as it does in Southern California.
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I also would like instructions for a direct donation.