Quoted from markp99:After one too many instances of forgetting to remove the balls from the trough before flipping up the playfield, I made this $0.05 tool.
Pinball Trapper Keeper:
1. Using plastic perforated hanging tape (Plumbing supply, $5 for 25ft x 0.75in) and 1 zip tie
2. Created a ~3in diameter loop and zip tied in place
3. Insert the loop into the shooter lane at the ball trough exit
4. Spring tension retains the balls in the trough
Such an cheap/easy solution for a pain in the ass task.
That’s a great idea! I generally use a flipper rubber for this, but occasionally if you don’t get it in there just right, a ball or two will still escspe