So, now that I put the 2nd ‘test’ part of the inner loop mod set in the correct place, my loop is working great. Registers every time.

Going to add to the party with the fact that I love my loop fix mod (shipped last week, installed on Monday). The initial mod didn't solve all the missed switches, but once 2nd Ninja loop mod was added; my successful switch hits are between 95-100% !! I do notice there are occasional times that the ball slows enough that it doesn't make it all the away around the loop... but that also could be user error... for some reason, since I installed the mods, my ability to actually hit that shot has dropped dramatically !! (that fact that I now suck at making that shot is not NinjaCamp's fault !)

Also installed the scoop protector over the weekend and I love the results. Works so much better and I play with confidence that I'm not trashing the machine. It was a 2 hour install... but during that time I did a full playfield cleaning, install of mylar around scoops, Sterns' switch upgrade AND also installed the scoop protector. I'm a measure twice, cut once kind of person... so the extra time to install wasn't a big deal.

Just need to install the scoop sleeves and VUK protector (and the "exit stage left" sign once it arrives !) and I'll be good. Thank you again, NinjaCamp team... these are great mods and make a big difference for gameplay and durability..

I am curious to see if the Ninja scoop protector will work in combination with a Mantis for the front scoop. I’m currently waiting to install my Stern switch fix. Ninja appears to be a great solution.

My LE, like all I assume, has the first version of the fix with the forks. Although the playfield is still perfect, the front scoop protector is starting to slightly deform with minimal plays.

I have a Mantis already purchased with a Ninja on the way. I’m hoping to only take this thing part one time and see what all fits as I install them.

Here are my LE scoop surrounds (can't call them protectors) after approximately 150 plays. They were definitely starting to cut into the playfield at the openings. Just installed my NinjaCamp UPGRADES. Could not be happier. I firmly believe that there is now no reason to have metal around those holes. And the scoop sleeves, though a real digit buster to get installed, are more than worth the lingering pain in my fingers.
Also including a pic of the finished product.

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I just installed the scoop sleeve last night, wow! No more metal on metal cringeworthy blows like a tuning fork. This is a must have for this game!

I soaked my sleeve in very hot soapy water for 5+ minutes, slid right on. Love how much quieter my game is now, with this and the vuk protector. Well done!!

Maybe that's the secret. The tips of my thumbs are STILL a little numb from that installation. Kept up with the soapy water, but clearly they would have been more pliable with higher heat. Lesson learned. Glad they're durable, cause I used every set of pliers I had trying to get them finished sliding on.

The scoop sleeves were not too bad to go on with the soapy water, but I didn't think about using hot water. Great idea, and like Kez11 lesson learned. I had to use a needle nose to pull it the rest of the way. But it does work great and fits perfectly. Know the grey is not slightly sparkly like the scoop protector.

Also, The VUK protector and backstop work great. Tough to install the backstop - be careful lifting up the plastic if you need too as my fat fingers had trouble getting in there.

The loop mod and recent fix work much better. The ball does slow, and although it's not at 100% registry, it's substantially better and well worth installing.

Lastly, I installed the Stern switch fix. It did not initially work, and the testing shown in the Borg video did not register. After taking it all off and apart again, I had to gently pry the metal switch away from the connector/register to give it some space. It works great now. Obviously, check it before install.

I only received the V1 Inner Loop fix (bad timing on my order), and it has not helped on my machine. Still only seeing about 20-30% registry of the inner loop shot, even with the upper flipper dialed back to minimum power. Hopefully the latest add-on pieces are doing the trick, and I can get on the list for those as well.

OutpostKodelia

Aniraf

oliviarium

Received my box of NinjaCamp goodness, now just waiting for the machine......

Thank you to everyone who is/has worked on these upgrades, and those sharing the results after install. I have peace of mind sitting in a box, waiting for the day to be unleashed

I’m in the same boat. Waiting for my machine with a bunch of mods ready to go on.

So my time machine ramp rubber blocks need replacing and I’m prob going to go the ninja route. Read the directions - Why do you need to take the ramp off to install these? Seems like it should be able to be done on the playfield, no?

Sounds good, I just wanted to make sure I get on the list for whatever further solution you come up with. More than thrilled with everything else from the NinjaCamp team.

Also, check your Pinside messages when you have a chance, please.

Thanks guys for what you’ve done, just installed all the protections and I love it, for the VUK, I’m made some adjustments, as you can see in the pictures I’ve cut a piece right upper the switch, for me it wasn’t work efficiently, now it’s night and day, I was surprised by the silence and no more balls bouncing back…for the inner loop, it’s better but not perfect, I’m going to use a magnetic reed switch to complete and see if it works better, but I will be happy to have The correctif , you will have a new order soon

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Got my shipment today and will be installing DBV and maybe the loop fixes on my Rush LE this weekend. Will wait to put the scoop sleeves on until I remove the scoop subway for install of the Stern replacement switch when I get it. I did already drop the extra switch rollover lane protectors in on my Oktoberfest though. This will work great for the corkscrew wireform exit (although I need to adjust my switch a bit) but the VUK/right U-turn ramp wireform exit drops a bit higher. API did put extra mylar above the switches which will help to protect the playfield where that ball drops but I'm wondering if it would be worth offering an "extended" lane protector. Maybe extend the lip 10-12mm on one end (or both, could rotate if the first direction end fails after a lot of gameplay) to help protect games that have exits that might sometimes drop a bit above the switches. @aniraf, @outpostkodelia... what do you think?

Will you be doin the sleeves in color as Well?

are you offering a exchange if you bought the Black or Grey if they haven't been installed yet?

thanks they look great

Love the color options - I haven’t pulled the trigger yet as my scoop is still holding up pretty well, but I’m liking the green! Prob will go with that color when I need one. Great stuff guys.

I still think my black ones are the best, but I can't really make up my mind until I see them fully installed. Could you do that for each one? Thanks.

Well,,,,,,, did I win?

Is there a gold TPU filament out there? Would be a nice fit on this pin.

+1, agree with you…

All good...I was just kidding because I'm one of the morons that took hours to install mine. Love all the products...thanks again!

If beelzeboob will pay, I'd gladly remove my silver ninja scoop protector and put in the purple one so he can see. Took me 20 minutes or so, just trying to help a fellow pinhead out

Damn, my timing really sucks...oh well, I'll be happy with my Ghost Rider Gray.

This adds a new question to my PM to you (please check messages): Will you be doing the switch protectors in colors?

VUK protector: any suggestions to make it fit better?? All lip edges are around the hole, but it’s too tight for the ball to drop into the VUK hole.

Yep, I have had the same prob, I did this and now works 100%
Cut here, see the picture

The black trace was made before the installation

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Interesting…..but then don’t you lose the inner edge protection from the ball hitting the wood?

Nop, as you can see the original before cutting it’s the same…

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I had to repair my left stock rubber and I was able to do without removing the TM ramp. However, when I later installed the Ninja ramp bumpers it was far easier to remove the TM ramp completely. It’s 3 nuts and a few plugs I think.

First of all, thank you for your patience as we worked our way through this year's Zapcon 8. We're deeply involved and it takes a ton of time and energy out of us, and it'll still be a few more days before we hit full production on the ESL (especially since I think I got sick there, may slow me down a bit). While you wait so patiently, we wanted to give you something to be excited about, so I sucked it up and cranked out just one today. Here's a first look at the final version!!

Feast your eyes on the first production model of the "Exit... Stage Left" mod for Rush!

It can rotate up to 20 degrees to suit your taste, as shown here, camera held at player eye position (I'm 5'7") and zoomed a bit for detail. Notice how the existing lights may as well not exist.

Most backward angled rotation:
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Most forward angled rotation:
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And here's what the wire harness looks like. :
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And here's a brief video of it in action!

Thank you for your continued patience as we catch up on these preorders and other pending TPU orders!
- Kaydee

Just wanted to chime in that my inner loop mod came with the 2nd "experimental" thingie. I installed both and I've been registering 100% of my repeated loops so far, very cool! And man, the VUK combo is fantastic, I'm getting ZERO bounce outs now. Crazy that RUSH needs all these things to work perfectly, but it's a killer game so well worth it.

Cannot wait for the Exit...Stage Left mod! It's so so so crucial. Is there a chance I could add the loop fix in with my preorder?

Any further info on when the "2nd experimental thingie" is going to be available? That shot not registering is just killing my games!

Any of your products available at Allentown show? Thanks.

I hope so. If anyone stops by the Pinball Gallery booth and asks about the Rush pin (don't believe they'll be bringing one tho) I'm sure we'll be talking up the scoop protector at minimum. They put the protectors on both their Pro and LE, and I've (will be hanging out with them during the event) got it on my LE. I'll certainly talk it up if given the opportunity!