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Cool thread Ken! I like this kind of thing as much as pinball, maybe more. Anyway I have quite a few of these type of machines. Here are a couple old Exhibit Supply penny arcade games. The one on the left is a counter-top love tester and the one of the right is a peep machine. You look inside and you see a run down shack with a lady with a big butt bending over doing laundry. And she is automated. Always good for a chuckle when guests visit.
ExhibitGames-687.jpgQuoted from meSz:Restored Stepper Units and Relays to my Chicago Coin Goalee machine, does this count?
Certainly, but it would be a lot more fun to see the whole machine. 
Here's an early Skee Ball project I just put up for sale. Not for the faint of heart but should be super cool when done.
Quoted from ccotenj:i think you need a trip to the jersey shore alex... and you could drop that off on the way...
Heh, that would be a hell of a trip. I brought this one home from Milwaukee with the lane portion tied down to the roof of my Explorer. That was an interesting ride home. 
It would be neat to come see you though. I think you've proven you have the skills to do nice restorations. This one would just require a bit more woodwork and refinishing than your typical pin.
I had a great fear it was going to come loose so I rode the shoulder and let cars pass me. It was a long ride home, but I made it. yay.
Here's the pic from the original ad…for an antique tavern table. I like those too but I eagle eyed the skee ball. Ever since I saw Mickey Treats youtube video for Square Amusements Roll-A-Ball I had it in my head I needed one and that little corner of the game that was visible looked awful familiar. Ugh, I'm going to talk myself into keeping it. I just talked to a guy on the phone and the whole time I was thinking, I hope he doesn't want it.
Taverntable.jpgQuoted from cfh:Here's my pinball-ish skee ball machine, the 1947 P&S machine "Tom Tom"
Finally am home and got a chance to watch the video. No Youtube at work. That game is so cool! Nice small footprint and loads of character.
Tom Taylor actually has one. Appropriately so. I always like to play it when I get a chance. I'd love to have one but I am guessing there can't be more than a few left.
Quoted from cfh:The Irving Kay batting practice just seems cheap to me. I much prefer the version I have by keeney in 1958. (Though many prefer the original 1947 batting practice.)
http://pinrepair.com/baseball/lleader.htm
You're probably right given the option but I'd take any of them. Irving Kaye Batting Practice was one of my favorites to play at Gameland in Lake Geneva when it was still running. It's fun and different from your typical P&B.
Here's a pic of my bowler. Hard to get a good shot with low ceilings and poor lighting....
I just went through the mechanicals, cleaned it up a bit and refinished the woodwork. Could still use a correct set of legs and maybe a backglass upgrade down the road. Also missing the pin guard but that's ok I like it without.
Challenger.jpgQuoted from oldcarz:Last I counted, there were around 10,000 South of the Border billboard signs between VA and SC. Maybe it seemed like that many, but it was the place to go after traveling for hours and you needed to get gas and a really bad cup of coffee.
Ah, ok. The reference was lost on me. Must be a East Coast thing. Kind of like a Wall Drug?
I picked up game for a friend a few weeks ago and discovered this little guy sitting near buy. I had to take it home with me. It's the basketball version of the JF Frantz kicker catcher game. Ed from vintageville hooked me up with a backglass and a couple other little things it needed. It's kind of fun for a purely mechanical counter game.
Quoted from stashyboy:What's up with the pin-up girl behind it?!
Oh her? We call her Eleanor. Believe it or not my wife brought her home for me. I had been admiring her in an antique store for awhile. She is a burlesque dancer and is nearly life size. Apparently the picture hung in a bar in a town nearby for many years.
I like her too but people that visit either really like her or or too bashful to acknowledge her. 
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Quoted from wayner:It would be great to see the mechanics on this one AlexF-thks.
Hi Wayner,
Here is a pic of what the mechanics look like.
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Quoted from hoov:Gorgeous Alex. Are those 78's in there or has that been converted?
Also, was that the guy that had the CL ad that pictured your juke and the 50's Seeburg juke and he was looking to trade?
It's still running 78s. It's alright though there is a lot of cool old tunes on 78. They are just harder to find. Plus I kind of like rediscovering an era of music I'm not necessarily familiar with.
I have some friends that collect jukeboxes like we collect pinball machines. My one friend had this one in his personal collection and I always told him it was my favorite. I recently asked him about another old 78 machine I liked that was for sale. He said it was nice machine but if I wanted I could buy his 1428. Of course I was excited and took him up on the offer. He has another one he plans to restore so all is good.
Quoted from PACMAN:Just added this beast to the herd.
For the life of me I couldn't figure out what that was. I had to look it up. Sega Jumbo!
Holy cow is that thing cool.
Thanks! I'm not sure I understand my fascination with these old time clocks but decided I needed one. It's interesting to me that something so utilitarian could be so pretty.
Here's a couple photos of less intricate versions on location back in the 1920s. Images borrowed from Shorpy. Cool site worth checking out if you like this kind of stuff.
Quoted from jodini:Is that a real jackalope! Sweet!
And nice machine too!
My dad took the family out West when I was a kid. I remember seeing some Jackalopes at a road side stand. I was amazed and thought they were real. My family was entertained by my gullibilty. A few years back my sister bought me that one as a Christmas gift.
I believe there are 3 or 4 different versions of the film. Essentially the same with some small variation. I was told that a disgruntled worker placed the swear word in one of the later versions. That may be urban legend. Mine didn't have it and a friend of mine's doesn't either. Neither are/were faded. I was told the swear word version was less common and therefore more valuable? Not sure how valid any of that information is.
I was really into vintage motion signs for awhile. Almost as much as pinball. I still have a few. They are a lot of fun to collect and the Hamm's Scene-o-rama has to be one of the coolest.
Did you save the parts from the destroyed one? Like an old pinball you can piece together a working example from parts. There is a static sign that is generally much cheaper (see pic) that has the same shingled roof case design. You can use one for a donor if you have the internal motion parts.
At about the 3:20 mark to the right of the second birch tree you can kind of see the "F" word camouflaged in the water. It may be a bit of a stretch. It seemed much more obvious in the one I saw in person. Being intrigued by the story the owner told may have helped make it more believable. Or maybe the lighting in this video isn't helping make it discernible.
I think it's easier to see after a few cans of Hamm's. As mentioned though pointed out in person it's much easier to see.
I saw the same sign with a locked up motor for $1250 at the Chicagoland show today. Sorry about that Dancing Lady Dave. I should have just pulled the trigger on the chance you'd want it. 
Quoted from jwwhite15:It does look super awesome though...
Killer game. And as presqueisle mentioned a lot of EM arcade games sell for significantly more than your typical collectible pinball machine. Try to find and buy Williams Ten Strike, United Star Slugger, Genco 2 Player Basketball or a Williams Mini Golf. Be prepared to be shocked and amazed at the going rate. And these aren't the most expensive EM arcade games, just some of the most commonly collectible.
Quoted from cait001:I found this in an antique store, unused and still in it's original shipping crate from Pace Manufacturing.
Anyone know what game it is from?
Guy wants $225 for it, if anyone needs it.
Wow, that is super cool. I couldn't find anything regarding a Pace bowling game. Finding a guy that has one may be a challenge, but if you needed it, $225 is a steal.
Quoted from cait001:Could be another manufacturer in the Pace box? But probably pre WW2.
Yeah, that is a possibility as well. Makes it even harder to research. The design looks similar to the glass on Bally Alley but that doesn't really help much. Could be almost anything from the 30s-40s.
Quoted from presqueisle:Same guys were in office 9 years later.
(1964 Southland Little Pro)
*Maybe the tags were good for a couple few years??
The story the guy told me that sold me your Little Pro said it was only on route for a couple years. His uncle bought it from an operator and his house was apparently quite the bachelor pad. He had it up until a few years ago. Not sure I ever told you or not. I thought that tag was super cool.
Quoted from bek1966:I'm going to have to find a beer sign and a Muskie to hang on the wall now
"Northwoods tavern" is my gameroom motif.
I am back in the ball bowler game! Last night I bought a 1957 Bally Strike Bowler. Pretty cool. I'm excited and nervous. It's a pretty solid machine overall. The downside is the broken jones plugs were replaced with individual spade connections. Doh! Anyone have one of these they could take some pics of for me?
Quoted from aahgo:Congrats Alex! Pictures?
I've only got the head home so far. Still need to retrieve the rest. Still not sure where I'm even going to put it. One of the few games the whole family seems to enjoy though. So I guess it's worth shoehorning it in.
Quoted from bek1966:Way to go Alex! I can't want to see pictures of it when you get all of it home. Nice artwork on the back glass and cool metal ball return rails - it will go great with the rest of your collection.
Is it the contact bowler, or does it have roll over switches?
Congrats,
Brad
This one is a contact bowler. No lane switches. It's in my garage and may have to stay there. You know when your eyes are bigger than your stomach and you order more food than you have room for. Buying this bowler was kind of like that. I will probably start working on it in the weeks ahead then decide what to do with it.
Here's the only pic I have so far. The head is on my porch.
I haven't measured it officially but it's the 14 foot version. Yes, 4" balls. As far as the glass, it's not perfect but presentable. I figured I'll get it going and then plan from there. If we all fall in love I may upgrade with one from Stl-BB. Or maybe just touch it up and live with it.
I have been down this road before. I had a Bally Challenger (see pic below) that I really liked a lot. A game that my daughter would actually play randomly without asking. That never happened with any of my other games. Anyway my game room felt a bit cramped and at some point I decided selling the ball bowler would really free up some space. So I sold it and then I missed it. And now here I am again. There are a lot of trade offs in this hobby.
I like the idea of a second game room but my garage is 1 car and my wife parks in it. She likes to anyway.
Here is a potential modified game room layout that could work. A little tighter than I'd like and it doesn't allow any room for expansion. At the current moment I have an empty slot that could accommodate another pinball. I only have Jungle for my pinball fix currently. Which is ok. But pinball to me is the best bang for the buck entertainment wise. You can usually pick them up fairly cheap so I like to rotate one in and out now and then.
Quoted from aahgo:Well, let me know when you want to rotate Jungle out
A guy has been working on me for about a year politely trying to buy it. I keep telling him no but might consider it in the future. I have had over 60 pins and this one for some reason seems to be my one true keeper. It isn't the most fun or prettiest game I have ever owned. It is pretty fun and pretty nice looking but I think what really draws me to it is it's just the most "interesting" overall game I have owned. A good total package.
Quoted from RacingPin:Here is a real odd ball .. a 1958 Bally Golf Champ. I just got it from an 85 year old gentlemen who had it in his bowling alley in the 70s. The key was lost to the coin door years ago. I drilled it out when I got home and found some silver dimes! The machine doesn't quite work but this thing is basically a really long EM pinball machine (the playfield even lifts up like pinball machine). Should have it running perfectly after I get to some other projects out of the way.
Mike V
That golf game is super cool. I love unique stuff like that.
Quoted from EM-PINMAN:The Ball Bowler is a keeper for sure IMO. I see a CC basketball game that could be sold to accommodate another pinball machine as you already have the other basketball game, that way you get to keep your Jungle.
They play so different though. Both are really cool. I get more attached to the arcade games. They are harder to find. Jungle isn't really on the table I would just lose my pinball overflow spot. That's not the end of the world it's just kind of nice to have. I do have another spot in the bar area I could stuff one in temporarily. My fear is falling in love with what is supposed to be a temporary game. Ah well first world problems right? Just fun to talk about...
1941 Mills Three Bells.
Here's a pic of the header in this link. Very cool but essentially decorative.
Ok, this doesn't qualify as a game or a mechanical toy but I felt the need to share. City wide rummage sales today I picked this little baby up for 50 cents. All the pinballs over the years and I have never had the opportunity to pick a machine in my hometown. This little screwdriver will have to do for now.
I know a lot of Wisconsin Badger fans and wonder if any of them have that set. Interesting that you would find them locally. I wonder if there are many football fans in Australia?
They will be a nice diner table addition to go next to your Ask Swami napkin holder.
8.5" pins, 4" balls. Yes gravity fed ball return. It's weird but I love it. 1955-1956? No data to verify. Possibly United's first ball bowler. I really love ball bowlers but cramming them in my game room is a trick. This one is only 11' long and fairly narrow so I think it will be my best option.
Quoted from Mopar:One other thing. Is the machine 30V or 50V?
I haven't dug in yet but I think I read 50V.
Just picked up this neat little cigarette machine this week. I don't smoke but like tobacco related collectibles. Partly because my hometown has a strong history of tobacco production and also because it just looks appropriate in my old school digs.
It's made by a company named Shipman. They made quite a few different vending machines and at least one trade stimulator.
Quoted from wayner:Nice one Alex. A few old packets would look great in the machine.
Yep, that's exactly what it needs. I looked up old unopened packs of cigarettes on Ebay. I was surprised to see some of them sell for more than I paid for the machine.
ebay.com link: 1937 Vintage Pall Mall Red Cigarette Pack Unopened Cellophane Rare
Some candy cigarette packs with vintage style labels will do the trick I think.
Quoted from Mopar:That is a nice little machine..
Does it say if Shipman is out of Los Angeles, or
maybe has "SMC"?
Yes, Los Angeles.
Quoted from Mopar:I got thinking, and thought maybe "SMC" stood for Shipman Manufacturing Company.
So I googled it in, and found one Art Show like this one from the 50s, and also found
out that they produced a wooden one in the 30s. The company opened in 1932 and
went on into the 60s. I found other vending type machines that they produced, but didn't
spot a cigarette machine like yours. Maybe somewhat rare.. (T)
I think they may be the same company from that era. Here is a badge from a 1937 Hershey's machine.
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It looks like there is still a SMC in the vending business. Not sure if it is the same one.
https://www.smcelectric.com/smc/vending
Quoted from wayner:Yes Alex-I really like these old vendors but 'stocking them' seems a real issue. I recently picked up a 'ballpoint pen' vendor but have found it impossible to pick up a thin 5in damn pen which is needed for the machine to operate.
Your situation is a bit worse than mine. If I were to source some vintage cigarette packs they would just sit displayed behind the window. If you manage to find a bunch of old pens for your machine and fill it, some game room visitor may end buying one for a quarter.
Quoted from Budman:Sorry, but I don’t get it....
What having a Kotex machine? Ha. I guess I understand where your coming from. We used to have a condom machine too. We had sort of a vintage gas station bathroom thing going on. Really anything that is vintage and coin-op can be fun to collect.
Quoted from pacmanretro:Hmm...honestly never seen like that before. This one seems like it winds up ok with a nickel and starts ticking then just gets too weak...a gently touch on the little pendulum (ill call it) only does the trick a few more ticks.
When I'm in a calm, small parts mood...I'll have to further investigate its guts
Thanks for the extra idea Alex
Here's the one I had. Had it for many years. Long gone now but my very first commercial coin-op machine.
Quoted from MarkG:To my knowledge they made the same basic mechanical Skee Ball model for decades up until the mid 1970s. I've read that the same model was made from 1909 on but I'm not convinced.
They may be mechanically the same but the design changed at some point. Here's mine from 1937. Skeeball was owned by Wurlitzer in 1936-1937. They made two models that were slightly different. An electric version and I believe a pure mechanical. Then Philadelphia Toboggan bought Skeeball in 1946. They manufactured the style mentioned above until the 70s.
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Quoted from Mopar:Yes, your's has a good characteristic style Alex. I'd trade mine in for one like yours..
While once receiving parts from Skee Ball, they send me a flyer of a machine that looked very much like yours.
It explained that they reproduced a few in celebration of it's 100th year. I think it was like 4k and change..
I had another one I sold to a friend. At the time I didn't think I could shoehorn it into my tiny basement. After he got it all fixed up and working I realized I made a mistake. 
So the hunt was on for another. A guy came to my friends house to buy a jukebox and told him hey I have a buddy that has a couple of those. So with that lead I found mine and made a new coin-op friend. So between the 3 of us we have 3 Wurlitzer Skee Balls. They must have all landed in Wisconsin?
Nice. Pinball is hard to beat for day to day play but I always find the EM arcades the most interesting. Hmm, not sure what the best way to repair the players are. I am sure they can be repaired with some success but I know I have seen some replacements for sale on occasion.
Just missed these.
ebay.com link: 1960s Bally World Cup Soccer Game Team Players Figures
1958 Bally All Star Deluxe Bowler. Cool game! I'd describe it as a poor mans Ten Strike but it deserves more credit than that. Used to see these in complete working condition for $800-$1500. Like everything else I'd guess that has gone up over the years.
While we are on soda machines...here's mine. This may be my most beloved item in my gameroom. It used to be in my dad's motorcycle dealership when I was a kid. I pulled many an ice cold Sun Drop or Dr. Pepper out of it back then. I was fortunate to discover a family member still had it about 28 years after his dealership closed.
SundropMachine (resized).jpgQuoted from Mopar:It's now exactly where it should be. 100% part of the Family..
Was it at your Dad's Shop for quite some time?
I had the same style 7 Up machine and traded it for the same style Coke machine.
Not as many 7 Ups. Should have kept it..
It was always there as far back as I can remember. I'm sure it was there before I came to be in 1970. It has a Karting International sticker on it. So it may have started at my grandpa's business (Fox Corp.). They made go-karts, snowmobiles and mini-bikes in the 60s.
My dad also had a nice Williams Grand Prix pinball in his shop in the late 70s. I'd love go to work with him on a Saturday. Play pinball, drink soda and ride mini-bikes in the track out front. My childhood was a blast.
Quoted from bek1966:Very nice Alex. Really fits in nice with the room.
By the way, that chair sure looks like a genuine "Scotch drinking chair" to me. Just dim the mariner's torch a little and it would be a great place to spend an evening .
Brad
Thanks. Yep, the chair was my grandmas and I believe a fair amount of scotch may have been drank in it over the years. Looking forward to carrying on a family tradition.
Picked up this Norris Master nut machine last week while on vacation. I always thought it was a cool model. One day I may polish up all the aluminum but I spent a couple hours this morning cleaning out a sticky conglomerate of old nuts. Blech. Just happy to have it back together for now.
NorrisMaster (resized).JPGI have never smoked and cigarettes contributed to the death of many a family member. My parents included. Even so I have a bunch of tobacco advertising and memorabilia from the 1930s-1950s. It reminds me of place in time more than anything.
I think most kids understand that having a piece of historical advertising doesn't mean you promote smoking. If you're like me it just blends in with all the other vintage pieces in the house. In my opinion they generally have a good idea of what is healthy or isn't.
With that said I can certainly respect the choice to avoid such representations.
Quoted from cait001:oh yeah I also try and not focus on hetero-sexy imagery, good point.
I just realized my avatar and peep game it comes from wouldn't cut the mustard then either. And what's on the inside...
I'd like to argue that seeing this stuff has no influence on a kid. Honestly though my gameroom is drawn from the nostalgia of visiting Northwoods taverns on snowmobiling trips with my parents.
Quoted from yaksplat:So, what's in there?
Well the title says "What's the biggest thing in life, when will you marry and find love in a cottage." You insert a penny and it lights up to reveal a lady in a head scarf and dress bending over a laundry basket in a shabby old yard. It's animated too. The lady bends over to reveal about the biggest dimpled butt you can imagine. The biggest thing in life I guess? My family and friends always found it hilarious but can also see how it could be offensive.
Quoted from Playdium:Does that operate like a Mutoscope machine? (Reel of cards that turn)
No it's a little figure with a cardboard backdrop. More like a automaton meets diorama.
I know of a Double Decker that could probably be bought for the right amount. There is an antique dealer that has some amazing stuff but his shop is more like a museum with high retail prices. He had a Bally Aladin's Castle marked at $7000. I've never seen his Double Decker priced. So my gut tells me, if you have to ask ...
Quoted from cait001:Double Decker pushers have been selling for like 2100 UKP in Britain so who knows. There were just over 100 made apparently, who knows how many remain.
I have bought from this dealer's shop before. He also gave my friend some deals on some signs after he told him his prices were to high. So there is always a possibility. You never know.
My wife and I were looking for an antique backbar at one time. We asked if they had any and they did. His wife took us in the back where their living quarters were and they had a real nice one. It was $10k though and I would have had to cut it down a couple inches to fit our space. Anyway, the Double Decker was sitting back there at the time. It started in the retail space got moved into his personal space and now I think is back out on the floor. The fact that it's never been priced and he had it in his personal space leads me to believe he knows it's special. Speculation on my part though...
If this is something someone wants to check into PM and I will give you the info.
Quoted from cait001:yeah I know Ted too, I think he said his bottom is $3500 on the double decker with like $4500 on the price tag
Yep, he's the guy. $3500 isn't so bad if they go for close to over $3k overseas and you don't have to ship. When I first saw it I thought wow is that badass. I'm fairly cheap though so I could never justify it personally.
Quoted from presqueisle:Wow Alex, looks sweet! That’s the good stuff.
Hope all’s well and Happy Holidays
Thanks Buddy! All is good, hoping the same for you. Happy Holidays! Can't believe Christmas is next week already?
Quoted from ultimategameroom:I’ve got the older 10 cent US Marshal. It’s always a favorite of guests who visit my game room. The first couple of targets aren’t too hard to hit. After that it gets very challenging.
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Yours is like the version I remember playing as a kid. My dad would take me for lunch at the local pool hall/arcade. Have a grilled hot dog, play some pinball or arcade games and hit the US Marshal on the way out. It was near the door and always seemed like a bargain at ten cents when everything else was a quarter.
I can tell from just a couple pics I'd love your gameroom. Neat mix of cool stuff.
Quoted from clodpole:This was acquired (at no cost) out of a nearby barn. Any thoughts, words of advice, condolences?
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Years ago I picked one up in similar condition. Mine had the basketball catcher so I bought an NOS Long Shot glass for it. It looks like yours has the Pot of Gold catcher with a Kicker Catcher (football themed) glass. So I guess you could go either way with it depending on what parts you can source.
This seller had a lot of parts when I had mine. http://www.esnarf.com/pa.htm
looks like all the glasses are gone but other parts still available. Crowriver.com may have parts as well.
Pretty fun for a trade stimulator as there is an element of skill involved. Price was right!
LongShot (resized).jpgQuoted from clodpole:We have 3 pinball machines, which are a little intimidating to non-player guests. The little kicker/catcher seems like it has enough random action to allow neophytes to have fun.
My grandson has limited interest in my pinballs. He'd rather play his X-Box but when he was little he'd come down and play the Long Shot while I was working on stuff.
Quoted from ultimategameroom:Nice machine.
That Hamms sign in the background is awesome!
Thanks! I love vintage beer/motion signs. I have fond childhood memories of the Northwoods bars my family would stop at on snowmobile trips. The games signs etc. are a large part nostalgia inspired from those days.
Quoted from dudah:Also got a rotary merchandiser project recently. Some ding-dong sawed a hole in the front to put in the 90s era coin mech, and covered all sides in orange formica (albeit he did a good job). The chrome is peeling off the rotary part and she ain't going to win any beauty contests so was thinking of putting orange felt on the top!
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I have seen your skills. That modern coin door has to go. You can bring this one back to glory.
I brought this cool oddball home this weekend. 1967 Crompton's Star Soccer. Interestingly I had a 1970 Sega Soccer a couple years back that was essentially the same game. They are both very similar with some minor cosmetic/electrical design differences. This one has Nixie tube score displays! That is a first for me.
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Quoted from gliebig:Basketball looks cool. Who made it?
It was manufactured by Richman Corp in 1952. Branded and sold by Mike Munves.
Quoted from cait001:what year is that skee ball, and does it have a ticket dispenser? If not, what's on the left side at the front?
1937 Wurlitzer. No ticket dispenser on this one. There is a small tray on the left. A good place to put nickels but I also heard it may be an ash tray?
Quoted from MarkG:I'm curious, if you miss all the pockets and the ball falls into the Free Play area, does it come back to the player? Also, is the scoring done with the traditional Rolodex style score keeper?
Yes, if you land in the free play area the ball rolls down the left side to be played again. Yes, it has rolodex scoring. I think it may be very similar or possibly identical to the Philadelphia Toboggan models.
Quoted from Mopar:Skee Ball in the (I believe 70s) made a conversion kit to replace the pull
handle on the mechanical Skee Balls and the cable would be pulled by a
motor, so all that was needed was to drop in a quarter.
Is your machine possibly motorized when dropping in a Nickle?
This one resets on the drop of a nickel. It has a motor that resets the rolodex and releases the balls.
Quoted from Gundam_Pilot_:Through the years I have pulled out some more common stuff, to less common. A mixture of pins, and arcades, but I know we don’t care about pins here so…….
Awesome stuff! I always feel like pins are the best bang for the buck entertainment wise. These cool old arcades are what get me the most excited. They are more interesting to collect.
Quoted from SteveinTexas:There available again on eBay from Canada.
ebay.com link: itm
I think that's Mike Hasanov in Illinois. He does a lot of high end restorations and often has parts made to complete them.
Quoted from RonSS:Yup, that's pretty tight!
Organizing the gameroom is a game of inches...
I was considering selling the US Marshal to make some room. My wife said ah, you can make it fit. Ok?! As long as people don't play 21 and Frontiersman at the same time it's fine. They still could but would be touching hands. Ha ha.
Quoted from johninc:What if you put the pitch and bat in between the two pins?
That would give a little more hand space. It's about the same length as the Shooting Gallery. I kind of like the shorter games toward the middle of the room. Makes it feel a little more open. It's fine for now. Other than Thanksgiving and Christmas it's mostly just me that plays.
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Looks great. I didn't realized these are lighted? Or is that something you added?
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