Quoted from moonraker:So sterns aren’t cost cutting and building cheap cabs? Why don’t you read thousands of posts that back that up. The skimping on a lock down bar is one of Their cost cuts. It’s like arcade style control panel feel.
Which ironically, is a more effective and secure lockdown bar.
As for the subject at hand. I think the OP is in the right direction, stick to your budget <$3k, but I do agree with others in getting something ‘new to you’ in the 90s dmd era. WCS, fish tales, and T2 are great suggestions and make for a great first ‘kid friendly’ pin. Maybe try a stern pro (new in box from reputable distributor as your 2nd pin down the line). Oh, did we not already mention that you shouldn’t be making room for 1 pin in your gameroom, but 2 
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