I have on loose nail on a space shuttle pop bumper. The other two nails holding the pop bumper assembly are secure. Two questions. First, am I okay with having the assembly secured only by two nails? Second, if not what is the best way to secure the loose nail. The hole is basically routed out on the top of the playfield so the nail will not bite.

Thanks,

Robert

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I pulled the nail and one of the fins on the nail is broken. I have looked but cannot find them online. Is there an alternative fix? Since I have two nails secure would a bolt and nut worK? It is in the backside of the bumper underneath the plastics so it is not exposed and there will be no ball contact.

Epoxy, drill, and new nail did the trick. The game is restored and plays great. Next is to pain the cabinet and I would like to find a playfield restoration option if folks have any suggestions. The playfield is worn in places but not totally shot.

Thank you for the link to the guide. I think playfield respiration is beyond my skill set. I am pretty handy with pcb boards, electronics, electrical and the mechanics of the game, but after reading your guide I am not sure I am up for a playfield restoration. I just bought a replacement playfield for my firepower - guy had an original fully populated in really good shape for $150. Mine is extremely worn to the wood in a lot of places. Maybe I will tinker with the old playfield after I do the swap.

I did contact CaptianNeo and he is interested in working on my space shuttle. I am sending him pictures.

Thanks