I could pull this off, and I need one, but I have soooooo many other projects on my hands. It's just realistically, not in the cards for me to tackle this.

In case anyone is listening, I'd also love it if I could get a replacement translight that wasn't faded to oblivion. Or maybe even a newly designed translight that matches the playfield art style vs. a fantasy of what the game could have looked like if it were designed in 2003.

What sorta foam are you guys using for your playfield windows? My new Genesis had foam that was totally disintegrated so I cleaned it out but both types of weatherstripping I tried were problematic. The first was too soft and I couldn’t get the window level without the screws sticking up. The second was too stiff and the plastic was arching between the screws.

The problem might be with the paper artwork surround stapled underneath. It’s hard to work around without damaging it and it may be in the way of some underside mounting.

You most likely shorted your switch matrix. Do you have the original Gottlieb MPU board or a new repro?

Also, the original bushings are much better then the repros IMO. If you do a rebuild, I wouldn't replace them unless one was cracked or broken.

Both bushings look original to me. Keep in mind there are 4 on this type of flipper mech, one on the top and bottom for each. If one flipper is weaker than the other, make sure the EOS and cabinet switches are nice and clean. Also, check for smooth operation. This type of flipper requires precise adjustment of the crank on the shaft in between the bushings. If it is misaligned slightly it will bind and sap strength. It doesn't take much for the flipper to get a little weak.

Also interested... very curious what the cost might be.