New member here, not sure if introductions are necessary....but I'll go for it - Im in Concord/Walnut Creek Area (Clayton). I'm a longtime vid guy (have 16 currently) and just picked up my first pin - The Getaway. I'm fortunate to have Phoenix games right next door to where I work so it's been hard to pull the trigger on a pin when I can just go over and drop a few bucks a couple times a week.

But love having a pin in the gameroom now, first time I've ever seen my wife come out and turn on a game and play on her own. I about $hit a brick when it happened. That was awesome. Made me want to sell all my video games on the spot and get more pins. LOL

Have had the Getaway for a couple weeks. Not sure if it's a keeper (I'm not that good) but definitely want to start looking for another. World Cup Soccer seems like one I've enjoyed playing before, theme kinda blows but not sure...

Happy to take NorcalRealator's advice though and just quit sweating the title, just jump in and get one!

Thanks again. Really appreciate all your guidance the last month.

Haven't converted to NVRAM yet, I am very familiar with that process and have even ordered some for some of the vid applications over the years. I'll get on that soon. I did have to put about $100-$150 into it to get it going, mostly cosmetic stuff (plastics, buttons, leg accessories, etc) but I did put in two new flipper assemblies since the ones I had were mismatched coils and needed rebuilds.

Definitely thinking about LED's and even started building an order on Comet, but thought I would cool my jets a little and make sure I really enjoy this title before I go too crazy.

It's funny, as soon as the first one was in the gameroom....all I've been thinking about is adding the next.

Kerry - here you go...

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Only played one game but it was awesome. The multiball was so much fun. I think it was a 7 ball multiball, so hard to keep up! Thanks for bringing that out to share! Can't wait to play it again...

Any chance there is a nice Addams Family out there available....the kids and I have been all over the last month playing, looking like this is the title they want me to pursue.

I have a small operator friend who has a nice T2 pin, it's currently on location in Hayward

Apparently the new owner of the location wants something different now and so my friend is selling. He wants $2200 for it. If anyone is interested, please pm me and I'll play matchmaker .

Went to FGW today to go play this. It's nice! It's got some really great shots and the insert/light show is pretty good. I had no clue what the hell was going on and what the "story" of the game was supposed to be. But really enjoyable gameplay.

If any NorCal pinsiders are into vids as well, I'm really thinking about giving up the majority of my collection to get another pin. I've got several Japanese candy cabs, cabaret donkey king and asteroid deluxe and a Robotron are some of my more desirable games.

Just throwing it out there.

I'm sorry. Don't have either of those. Agree with you guys on Toobin...fun game, unique cab!

I'm looking for a Metallica Pro and have a very nice Shadow to offer as trade towards one, if you know anyone or are interested. I'm located in the East Bay - Walnut Creek/Concord area. Will be happy to provide pics and lots of details. Only pic I had on hand at the moment though...

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Longshot.....but I'd like to get a Metallica and Stern Star Trek. Sort of have leads on each of them. Can only fund the deal if I sell my MMR Limited Edition - gold trim. It's got full side art and apron art, original apron with the LE plaque, Lenticular Backglass art. Laseriffic topper, upgraded speakers, color dmd upgrade, bottom lit trolls and merlin scoop, and full plastic protectors. Not sure if I can post a price here, so don't want to break any rules. I guess just hit me up with a pm if there's any interest.

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I just picked up a load of stuff from an operator I know going out of business, got two things I thought might be of interest for anyone local.

1.) What looks to be a NOS Gorgar Backglass. It was completely sealed and wrapped up in paper. I had to pop the cherry and cut the package open to check. Looks pretty much mint.

2.) Williams 1977-1978 Parts Catalog and a 1974-75 Parts Catalog price list.

If anyone is interested in either of these please PM me.

If it's okay to post I picture I will, but I didn't want to break any rules

Ok...I didn't fully pull it out of the wrapping, only for fear of not being able to get it back in again. I stood there literally for like 15 minutes going should I cut this open, should I pop the cherry? I think I have to...

That sucker was pretty much sealed tight an other than that exposed corner, there looks like there is no wear at all.

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I considered it. But it's a little bit out of place with the decor of the 'family" game room. And ultimately I kinda feel like it would be a shame to not let this live on in a game...

So if anyone is in need locally, drop me a line please

A really good operator friend of mine just created a pinball lounge inside of a local pool hall (Chalk it Up) in Hawyard. There's a bar, food, pool (obviously) some vids and eight (8) pins are available to play right now. Hours are really good too, open to midnight during the week and till 2 a.m Fri-Sat-Sun. Just thought I'd share with the local crowd as another location to go play.

Address is 22540 Foothill Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541

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hey guys, again trying to help my pal Dave out at https://twitter.com/pinddown.

Anyone in the Hayward interested in starting a league? He's really looking for some help to get some traction going.

Dave 510-432-1509
[email protected]

Got a really good friend in Vacaville, looking to sell his MMR. He's not on pinside. Thought I'd mention it here for him.

Medieval Madness LE. Black trim, #824/1000. Upgraded Kicker speakers. Comes with Cliffys/Pinbits protectors (purchased but uninstalled). Approx 300 plays. Color DMD (and regular rom). Single Owner - purchased direct, warranty registered, all paperwork present.

He would love to sell this quick and without much fuss. If anyone is interested, drop me a pm and I'll play matchmaker.

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