Quoted from Toine79:I was talking about the scoop holes.
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Okay then, that being said I would do any adjusting you needed to do after the hardtop is in place. Most importantly align with your inserts if you still feel the need that you need to trim the scoop holes you can use a Dremel bit once it's in place.
Quoted from Apinjunkie:Okay then, that being said I would do any adjusting you needed to do after the hardtop is in place. Most importantly align with your inserts if you still feel the need that you need to trim the scoop holes you can use a Dremel bit once it's in place.
ABSOLUTELY only align with the inserts! Once the HT is in place go to harbor freight with a coupon and get the trim router, its about $20-$30. Then get a trim router bit, used for laminate or something similar, its pretty cheap, about $10 bucks. Ive used this set up twice and its flawless. Plus you can do all the other holes too for kicks, lights, etc and don't forget the outter edge too, you can make it completely free and clear of any obstruction.
Quoted from ibis:ABSOLUTELY only align with the inserts! Once the HT is in place go to harbor freight with a coupon and get the trim router, its about $20-$30. Then get a trim router bit, used for laminate or something similar, its pretty cheap, about $10 bucks. Ive used this set up twice and its flawless. Plus you can do all the other holes too for kicks, lights, etc and don't forget the outter edge too, you can make it completely free and clear of any obstruction.
https://www.harborfreight.com/14-in-24-Amp-Trim-Router-62659.html?ccdenc=eyJjb2RlIjoiMTg0ODg3MzQiLCJza3UiOiI2MjY1OSIsImlzIjoiMTkuOTkiLCJwcm9kdWN0X2lk%0D%0AIjoiMTE5MzcifQ%3D%3D%0D%0A&cid=paid_google%7C%7C%7C62659&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=&utm_content=&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5_W7v42N7AIVBopaBR00MgieEAQYAiABEgLMBPD_BwE
https://www.homedepot.com/p/DIABLO-3-8-in-x-1-4-in-Carbide-Flush-Trimmer-Router-Bit-DR64100/100660703?source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&mtc=Shopping-B-F_D25T-G-D25T-25_7_POWER_TOOL_ACCESSORIES-Multi-NA-Feed-LIA-NA-NA-PowerToolAccessories_LIA&cm_mmc=Shopping-B-F_D25T-G-D25T-25_7_POWER_TOOL_ACCESSORIES-Multi-NA-Feed-LIA-NA-NA-PowerToolAccessories_LIA-71700000043746545-58700004596952413-92700049573927185&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIicak3I2N7AIV0YpaBR2jOQX4EAQYBCABEgJqofD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Isn't a full router way overkill for this job? I'd be afraid of taking out more wood from the hole.
What's wrong with using something smaller and more precise like a dremel?
Quoted from xamindar:What's wrong with using something smaller and more precise like a dremel?
I've had great success adjusting hardtop holes with a dremel. Very precise with a steady hand and a multitude of inexpensive bits to choose.
Quoted from xamindar:Isn't a full router way overkill for this job? I'd be afraid of taking out more wood from the hole.
What's wrong with using something smaller and more precise like a dremel?
If you use plunge router; other then its big and bulky, you should be using a flush bit which has an edge guide on it and will follow the existing wood hole without cutting into the substrate.
Quoted from TheCapn:My next video with SDTM will be installing Swords of Fury. Don't know the release date for it yet, but when it goes up I'll let you guys know.
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Sorry Cary ,couldn’t wait for the video LOL
91BC9E4E-B09D-4535-9A49-B6936832AF7F (resized).jpegQuoted from Mathazar:I've had great success adjusting hardtop holes with a dremel. Very precise with a steady hand and a multitude of inexpensive bits to choose.
That's what I used, with this attachment to keep the bit in control.
https://www.amazon.com/Dremel-565-Multi-Purpose-Cutting-Kit/dp/B0000302YS/ref=sr_1_12
Quoted from Skypilot:Sorry Cary ,couldn’t wait for the video LOL
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/Shakes fist
Quoted from NinJaBooT:If you use plunge router; other then its big and bulky, you should be using a flush bit which has an edge guide on it and will follow the existing wood hole without cutting into the substrate.
But any kickout holes I have seen are flared out on top. I don't have a router so haven't looked too much in to it yet. But wont a flush bit be the incorrect bit for any out-holes?
Quoted from xamindar:But any kickout holes I have seen are flared out on top. I don't have a router so haven't looked too much in to it yet. But wont a flush bit be the incorrect bit for any out-holes?
Your correct. You’d have have to match to the radius of the wood to the correct router bit which wouldn’t be difficult. I definitely think a dremel is the way to go and either make circle jigs out of wood to use as a guide or put painters tape over the hardtop and mark your circle and try your luck freehanding it with a dremel.
Quoted from xamindar:Isn't a full router way overkill for this job? I'd be afraid of taking out more wood from the hole.
What's wrong with using something smaller and more precise like a dremel?
This is a trim router, it fits in your palm. Secondly the trim bit I linked runs under the hole, it cuts the laminate flush with the wood edge. Its absolutely the best two things to use when cleaning up holes, edges, and anything else on the Hardtop.
Quoted from Toine79:Which white leds did you use as GI?
Beautiful playfield.
Thank you! Those are #47 incandescents
Quoted from ibis:This is a trim router, it fits in your palm. Secondly the trim bit I linked runs under the hole, it cuts the laminate flush with the wood edge. Its absolutely the best two things to use when cleaning up holes, edges, and anything else on the Hardtop.
Yep, exactly this. I used a flush trim bit for cutting out my HS rollover holes. I made a video to show what this looks like in action.
The problem I had was the similar bit I used drops into the hole for the insert but the upper hole near the playfield is just a tiny bit larger so the insert goes in but doesn't fall through.
I used a dremel to free hand and open up that upper opening. That tool that you had to remove the swarf was slick. That might have done the trick. Where did you get that?
Quoted from hd60609:The problem I had was the similar bit I used drops into the hole for the insert but the upper hole near the playfield is just a tiny bit larger so the insert goes in but doesn't fall through.
I used a dremel to free hand and open up that upper opening. That tool that you had to remove the swarf was slick. That might have done the trick. Where did you get that?
The duburring tool?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01L2XR4P2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title
My Grand Lizard is complete.
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Great job! Love the flipper and rubber color choices.
That Grand Lizard looks nice.
On inserts, what are the options when they are 40 years old and faded?
My BK has those jeweled inserts that I am pretty sure are unavailable.
Do you just stick colored LEDs under them and call it a day?
Or is there some colored overlay that can be used?
Quoted from xamindar:That Grand Lizard looks nice.
On inserts, what are the options when they are 40 years old and faded?
My BK has those jeweled inserts that I am pretty sure are unavailable.
Do you just stick colored LEDs under them and call it a day?
Or is there some colored overlay that can be used?
Honestly the options are few. First clean the underside of the insert. I can't tell you how many times I see people complain how 'dim' an incandescent bulb is so they put in LED's to brighten the insert, but the insert itself is completely filthy underneath. Second, you can clear coat the insert to eliminate cracks and fissures that dampen the brightness. Faded inserts, not sure that is fixable, but cooled LEDs could be the answer. I would resource your inserts though, most inserts can be found. In fact, because BK has been done by CPR there could be all of them floating out there. You'll just need to check with all the common sources.
I'm still on the fence with this for my Black Knight. Does the hard top really look like it was just printed out (much lower quality than original art) like they are showing in this post?
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/black-knight-clubmembers-only/page/38#post-5043854
No. I think they cull the ones that don't look perfect but a few slip out. I have done a EK and a Wizard and they both look perfect.
Alright, you guys convinced me. When I do my BK, I will get the Hard Top.
I was studying the Mirco BK playfield from what little pictures they had on their website and already found 3 spots where they significantly changed the artwork. Why you would go through the trouble of reproducing an entire playfield and then mess with the original artwork design is completely beyond me.
Quoted from djreddog:My Grand Lizard is complete.
Is that an original Lizard's head? I have a hardtop that I'll be installing eventually, but the head on mine is beat to shit! Hoping to find a better example out there somewere.
Now that Gorgar has been announced, my prediction for the next release: Supersonic." (I'm going to keep doing this until it's true).
Myself and many others are still hoping that the upper and lower playfields of the Bally Elektra will be on the list soon. I'd be up for one or two sets of those.
Quoted from dyopp21:Is that an original Lizard's head? I have a hardtop that I'll be installing eventually, but the head on mine is beat to shit! Hoping to find a better example out there somewere.
Yep, original.
Quoted from KnockerPTSD:I have been asked by a friend to cast my vote for a Black Hole Hardtop. It's his only game and the Mirco playfield costs a first born child. (Also he'd likely have me do the work and I dont want to do a playfield swap lol)
What would you charge for a strip down, hardtop install and rebuild for a HS ? I know you're in the process... and being next door in burlington with one that would definitely benefit from a Hardtop... I'm curious.
(side note: check your PM's... sent you a message a while ago)
Quoted from Canuck_pinhead:What would you charge for a strip down, hardtop install and rebuild for a HS ? I know you're in the process... and being next door in burlington with one that would definitely benefit from a Hardtop... I'm curious.
(side note: check your PM's... sent you a message a while ago)
I wouldn't know where to begin. I just fix my own games. Ive never charged anyone for work. I work at a relaxed pace. Not a lot of free time these days for pinball repair. My HS has been stripped since July. Ill let you know how it goes.
Quoted from KnockerPTSD:I wouldn't know where to begin. I just fix my own games. Ive never charged anyone for work. I work at a relaxed pace. Not a lot of free time these days for pinball repair. My HS has been stripped since July. Ill let you know how it goes.
Fair enough. Time is my issue too.
Quoted from dyopp21:Now that Gorgar has been announced, my prediction for the next release: Supersonic." (I'm going to keep doing this until it's true).
I agree. Every time I play my Supersonic, I cringe that more damage is happening to my playfield. I know it is not the most popular game, but still popular and 10K units produced.
Quoted from Skidave:I agree. Every time I play my Supersonic, I cringe that more damage is happening to my playfield. I know it is not the most popular game, but still popular and 10K units produced.
I did a time lapse of all the work I did to my SS, but the crappy vinyl sticker I put down is completely jacked (my fault most likely because I sprayed it with poly). So I can’t wait to be able to “get it right!”
Quoted from dyopp21:I did a time lapse of all the work I did to my SS, but the crappy vinyl sticker I put down is completely jacked (my fault most likely because I sprayed it with poly). So I can’t wait to be able to “get it right!”
Awesome video and work!! Sorry it developed issues.
Thanks
Quoted from dyopp21:I did a time lapse of all the work I did to my SS, but the crappy vinyl sticker I put down is completely jacked (my fault most likely because I sprayed it with poly). So I can’t wait to be able to “get it right!”
Indeed, that's a very cool video. Nicely produced!
Quoted from dyopp21:I did a time lapse of all the work I did to my SS, but the crappy vinyl sticker I put down is completely jacked (my fault most likely because I sprayed it with poly). So I can’t wait to be able to “get it right!”
What bit do use use to cut lexan holes? Make my own protectors and a little less manual work would make it go quicker. Thanks.
Quoted from Beemus:What bit do use use to cut lexan holes? Make my own protectors and a little less manual work would make it go quicker. Thanks.
Drywall bit. Then I'll do the cleanup/finish with xacto knife.
Quoted from Toine79:Are there other upcoming titels in the near (2020) future?
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