I’m definitely starting to get the change in timing down on these. Good sign.
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Quoted from chuckwurt:I’m definitely starting to get the change in timing down on these. Good sign.
Really, to me its no different than playing a stern then a jjp, then a cgc game. All have a different feel, but easy to figure out. The new hollow bats just look so cool I have to try em 
Oklahoma City, OK
So, I received the bats with new-style bushings and installed them into my AC/DC. First off I had a devil of a time getting the shaft through the existing pawl. I had to take a hammer to the pawl to get it to fit. It seemed to work out ok but was an unwanted hassle.
Now on to my impressions:
This is NOT a scientific evaluation; merely my observations so consider it anecdotal. Flipper strength is MUCH stronger, it seemed by more that 50%. With the stock flippers I could never make the saucer behind the bell but with these it happened regularly. I also had the bell hit the glass which had NEVER happened before. I feel like most of the “precision” testimonials are likely a favorable result of the increased flipper power. I noticed many “half-bricked” shots would still seem to make it around and ramp rejects were very rare. Backhands seem almost effortless. I did not notice any reduction in “full-bricked” shots and due to the now crazy-strong flippers these were more dangerous than ever. Lots of power-drains. This would be much less of an issue on a more open game with shots further back, aka Godzilla. Overall my ball times were probably shorter.
Summary:
I like the look of these and the snappy feel. I like feeling like a boss when the ball rockets up the ramp (even if not quite a clean shot). I do not see any clear improvement in shot accuracy taking the confounding of the flipper strength into effect. I can not rule out a benefit from increased precision but I believe that my own lack of shooting accuracy will surely negate any meaningful benefit in that regard.
As a competitive player, I also have a nagging feeling that I am cheating while using these. Maybe lowering the flipper power would lessen that feeling, but I suspect I will keep the rest of my machines standard. Though if someday this system becomes standard I would absolutely embrace it, pending long-term validation.
P.s. Before installing these I played 5 or so games solely for combos and set a new record of 33. After a dozen or so tries with the new system my best is around 15. I may not be fully adapted to these yet, though.
So I'm thinking of starting a little contest with the roll out of these optional flipper bats which I've initially named as "Ghost-Pro-Flippers".
I'd like to start a little contest for "name that flipper bat' to all of you, my valued customers (or future customers). Let's give it a week for all of you to come up with a name that you think fits this design/application. Even if I don't end up adopting any of the suggestions I'll still pick a name I think (or we all think) is worthy of mention. That winner will get one free set of these flipper bats.
Let's keep this fun, I want to encourage all to participate!
Let the contest begin 
ghost bat V1_2 (resized).jpgQuoted from 1956PINHEAD:So I'm thinking of starting a little contest with the roll out of these optional flipper bats which I've initially named as "Ghost-Pro-Flippers".
I'd like to start a little contest for "name that flipper bat' to all of you, my valued customers (or future customers). Let's give it a week for all of you to come up with a name that you think fits this design/application. Even if I don't end up adopting any of the suggestions I'll still pick a name I think (or we all think) is worthy of mention. That winner will get one free set of these flipper bats.
Let's keep this fun, I want to encourage all to participate!
Let the contest begin [quoted image]
Hard Hitter
First, your nickname/dba name should be BAT MAN. lol.
But... brainstorming... here's a few entries off the top of my head...
Ultra-light (UL) Flipper Bat
Skeletal Flipper Bat (Maybe Skeletal UL?)
Corked Flipper Bat (baseball reference)
HBTB Flipper Bat.... Hollowed Be Thy Bat (couldn't resist)
HollowCore Flipper Bat
FlexiCore Flipper Bat
Quoted from 1956PINHEAD:So I'm thinking of starting a little contest with the roll out of these optional flipper bats which I've initially named as "Ghost-Pro-Flippers".
I'd like to start a little contest for "name that flipper bat' to all of you, my valued customers (or future customers). Let's give it a week for all of you to come up with a name that you think fits this design/application. Even if I don't end up adopting any of the suggestions I'll still pick a name I think (or we all think) is worthy of mention. That winner will get one free set of these flipper bats.
Let's keep this fun, I want to encourage all to participate!
Let the contest begin [quoted image]
Phantom Flippers (Phlippers)
Feather Flippers (less metal and lighter?)
Bone Flippers
Hamilton, ON
Quoted from 1956PINHEAD:So I'm thinking of starting a little contest with the roll out of these optional flipper bats which I've initially named as "Ghost-Pro-Flippers".
I'd like to start a little contest for "name that flipper bat' to all of you, my valued customers (or future customers).
The Scream
Scream (resized).pngAll right we're off to a good start.
I got a good laugh out of @Vespula's dba the BAT MAN reference, good one!
Quoted from 1956PINHEAD:So I'm thinking of starting a little contest with the roll out of these optional flipper bats which I've initially named as "Ghost-Pro-Flippers".
I'd like to start a little contest for "name that flipper bat' to all of you, my valued customers (or future customers). Let's give it a week for all of you to come up with a name that you think fits this design/application. Even if I don't end up adopting any of the suggestions I'll still pick a name I think (or we all think) is worthy of mention. That winner will get one free set of these flipper bats.
Let's keep this fun, I want to encourage all to participate!
Let the contest begin [quoted image]
Competition series.
Laser Bats/Flippers
Accu-Bats/Flippers
GC Bats/Flippers (arrogant I know)
High Score Bats/Flippers
Focal Bats/Flippers
Quoted from spspencer:HALO (looks sorta like a ring)
This is really good! Halo Flip. I like it! I'll still remain neutral, but I'm more neutral about this one so far.
Quoted from Hayfarmer:Uncle Festers Flippers
I gotta admit, I laughed out load on that one!
EV
EV Pro
(escape velocity, will launch your ball, plus aluminum is used in aerospace applications.)
Banger Bats or BB's for short
Quoted from Only_Pinball:I am interested in try these but am super confused on what ones to try.
If you get a whole set, buy the bushing based off your game being Stern or JJP. Other than that, pick your color. If you want to experiment with different lengths, there are options for that too.
Or wait a day and get your Precision Pro FPS (just kidding!)
Quoted from Only_Pinball:I am interested in try these but am super confused on what ones to try.
Get eh ones you think look better. And get the bushings too.
Meerbusch
Precision Pro Modder's Edition
(Can fill the space with all sorts of stuff.) Was just thinking about how sick it would be fill the opening making it look like a stranger things rift. Modders, where are you?
Quoted from ray-dude:Looking forward to titanium versions
I should have known you would be pushing that version! Lol
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