Got my invoice and Melissa indicated the first full container of LVs supposedly to go out in Jan/Feb timeframe…. How many pins fit in a full container anyway?

Yes, it's refundable. Asked the same question.....

Melissa mentioned she would be sending out an email this week detailing where everyone is on the list for the LV.
Anyone gotten anything from her?

The $1,000 deposit listing is for folks that were not on the original $1 "I'm Interested" list. People on the $1 "I'm Interested" list were first in line if they get their deposits in when invoiced was my understanding.

The emailing with the ranking of where people are in line has not come out, I did ping Melissa yesterday and haven't heard back yet.

When I initially dropped my dollar on the "Interested List", I asked how far back in line I was and got a number by the end of the day.
My guess would be that once people on the "Interested List" have been given a reasonable amount of time to respond to their invoices and pay them, then that number may change.
I have seen a number of folks disappointed in the lackluster release that PB did on this so some folks may drop off the list.
It certainly gave me some pause for consideration, as I like the unique features on the original much more (again this comes down to personal preference)....

So still not a peep from PB on the LV model since the initial reveal, unless I am missing something.
I put my deposit in right at the beginning, but feeling pretty let down by the lack of anything tangible outside of some crude renderings.
And they're clearly still available for pre-order... I am wondering how many folks are on the fence waiting for the "reveal redux".

I'm seriously doubting LV pins will be shipping in January if they can't even put out a real picture of the product at this point.

Holy shit…. That is sweet! If this better than what’s on the LV then sign me up!

I pinged Melissa over the weekend to find out what my 'LV' number was as I was considering the PB auction of the 426 dog tag.
I got this response:

"We will let you know this week…right now with the holiday, we are trying to get all of the orders out we can and in between we will be answering these emails.'

So maybe the latest shipment are on their way from CT?

Loving the topper ideas!
This may not be a topper, but it will definitely be placed very close to my LV once it arrives.....

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That’s insane. That does *not* include the cost of the machine.

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Honestly, I like my playfields bright, but those stadium lights seem too bright for the mood of the game imho -but to each his own. I also like toppers on my games!

That really surprises me they sent that out so soon. When did you pay the deposit?

WTF…. Any adults in here?

Some folks already have invoices… so shipping will start soon i would imagine..

You mean Apone's quote?
"remember we're looking for Civies in here"?

Um, I got an invoice for $1k on 10/3. This was after putting my $1 down way back on 4/23. Didn't need to go to cointaker to manually make a deposit. Looks like you got missed - may want to contact Melissa. You should also get a credit for the original $1 deposit (woohoo!).

I've sent 5 emails now since the beginning of December with no answer to my question. (I have 2 deposits in - 1 for Alien LV the other for TBL).
I sent an email on Monday and got a 'Sorry we've been busy because of the holidays, I'll get back to you later today"
It's now Wednesday and no follow up - sent another email today.
I don't want to be a pain in the ass, but it seems like a reasonable request.

All I am asking is my place in line - not when the machines will ship or anything else.

I don't doubt it. It's just frustrating that a relatively simple question can't be answered.

Yes, I could do that. But then why bother having the contact emails posted on the site... but this has all been rehashed a few times already.

I don't want to just be another person in the line beating that horse again... just venting a little frustration, that's all.

I know it will get here 'when it gets here' and that knowing my place in line will not make that any faster or slower... I'm just feeling frustrated like a lot of other folks.

Got a response from Melissa yesterday looks like I am #231... going to be a while!

4/23 Waiting list
10/2 deposit

Wow. So watching season six of the expanse and the assault force has Hudson, Hicks and Vasquez! Nice little Easter Egg shout out!

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Ah, yeah I see that now… didn’t even catch Flynn there! Hudson and hicks popped out at me as they’re in focus for about half a second right next to each other. Sorry the screenshot sucks.

If it was i didn’t catch it, but i wouldn’t doubt it either…..

Seems high… not even close to what i paid for this. Art is meh, but guess that’s just my opinion. I collect Movie posters and ephemera as well, and honestly everyone and there brother has come out with limited edition art runs. Same thing with classic rock band artwork. Mondo kicked off a lot of that with movie art prints honestly and a lot of their stuff is pretty pricey at this point, but a lot is pretty good

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If you read this thread you’ll find tons of self service info already posted. They also have some pretty dedicated support folks at PB to help you resolve issues. If you’re asking if you might need to get your hands dirty at some point, then the answer is yes.

Any videos from TPF of the LV in action?

Oh.. that blue looks nice… will be excited to see the Queen translite with that!

1. Manufacturers may not want those production numbers/capacities publicized. This would be the number 1 reason I would guess.
2. Cointaker might not want to publicize the volume of machines they sell for the same reason.
3. Gets cumbersome to track that for multiple vendors, multiple machines, etc. and then update multiple shipping pages - Alien isn't their only product.

Ok now, seriously- has anyone hacked the stock video clips/ audio quotes yet to add some Ripley? My guess would be they are resource files somewhere that can be updated.

More of a Vasquez fan?

Interesting... I see numbers 252,253, 256 & 258 there, yet I am number "231" and I haven't even been asked for final payment.

Advanced Alien math....

There, I just "load balanced" the thumbs for you.
It's perfectly okay to disagree with people, and it happens all the time..
I usually don't give thumbs down unless I think someone is just being a jerk or piling on with unhelp comments.
I like to think of it as the "Don't be a dick indicator"
The thumbs down actually detracts from the "Achievement Points", not that there's an annual award for being a high achiever or anything. LOL

Quoted from ticktockman:
Seriously, who cares about fake internet points?

People who mine Bitcoin? IDK….

But seriously why downvote folks for an opinion unless they’re being an asshole?

4/23/21 - On the LV list
10/02/21 - Deposit Paid
7/14/21 - Final Invoice received & PAID!

Now the real waiting begins!

Shipped and delivery scheduled for Thursday! Super pumped to join the club! Now all I need is that sweet apron mod to ship!

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LV-94 has landed!
Everything is working perfectly gamewise, however the coin door seems warped, almost impossible to re-lock it.
The two clasps for the lock down bar, they get trapped under the field if you pull it out and slide it back in - other folks experience that? Seems like a design flaw. Have to make sure they are “up” before sliding the field back into place.

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I spoke too soon.
Main display didn't come on today, everything else seemed to be working ok (played a game without the backscreen).
Popped the top and the backglass to check connections, closed it back up and now.... nothing.
No signs of life.

Problem identified….wtf….main power outlet wiring

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Considering how far this pinball has travelled, I am amazed how well it faired, and how well a lot of delicate components managed to arrive without any sort of issues - great job thinking out how to ship this item safely.
BUT.... A power outlet wired up with some crimp connectors - this right here seems like a questionable design choice with significant potential failure..

Any idea how to check the fuses?
They have a directional arrow on them, I assumed they unscrew but they don’t seem to be coming out.

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Ok, totally rebuilt the plug, reseated the fuses (holders seem a bit temperamental) and back in business! Everything seems to be working!
Man this game plays smooth, this is a keeper! Will definitely need kid gloves due to some questionable design decisions but hopefully we’ll worth it!
Wife gives it two thumbs up as well… lol!

Everything running fine. Install 2.8, now ball launches fail 2/3rds of the time (underpowered?), then work on the second try. Just the first thing I’ve noticed. Does not occur on saves or multiball. Anyone else see this?

Somebody recently posted a link to a detailed rule set that lays out missions, modes and so forth. Can anyone point me to that post or provide the link? Did a search and tried to backtrack through the last few pages, but man this topic grows quickly!

Thanks!

So my machine, once it's been on for a while, say an hour or longer will start having trouble launching balls.
They just don't make it up the trough all the way.
The machine will try and try and try on ball saves and multi ball.
Same deal with new balls with the the launch button.
The quick turn off & reboot doesn't seem to help.
Letting it sit *off* it eventually goes away.
Any one else seen this? I am on the latest code - 3.0

Any "must have" recommendations for pf protection?
I suspect this game is going to get a lot of play here. Just love it.

Also of note.... put in a ticket to PB on my launcher not having enough power to launch a ball after the game has been on for a bit and they are already sending me out a new replacement coil and bushing - hasn't even been 24 hours since I logged the issue! That's service!

My egg bumpers up top are really hard to activate, especially the lowest one of them. Is there a setting or something to improve their sensitivity?

We have a winner!
Thanks. Popped the hood, tweaked those switches and it works like a charm now.....

Has anyone gotten any of the official PB add-ons yet? Impatiently waiting on the topper. My wife bought me the ramp lighting kit for my birthday which also is a no-show so far.... :/
Would be nice to have an idea when this stuff would ship, they're definitely off from their original ship dates and my topper final payment was well over a month ago.
These aren't pinball machines, they're add-ons. Kinda hoped they'd meet their self-determined timeline.

Ahhh... Interesting. Wasn't aware of that. Certainly makes sense if that's the case. Although in general, I would expect Israeli ports etc. to be fully operational given where the activity is taking place.