Quoted from PinMonk:

This is hilariously naive.

Quoted from Aniraf:

Yeah, actually as part of this whole concept I loved the fact that we could get custom colors for all of our protective needs. Nobody was making colored scoop protectors or glow in the dark shit. I thought it could be really fun. In order to measure interest I capped it to the two colors for right now but I don't see that being a hard cap.

Quoted from gandamack:

You sound like a real wanker

Quoted from Photopin:

I think I finally resolved my issue with the lights going out and the flippers dying.

Quoted from Guinnesstime:

Same! Especially when the move puts the wheels over the edge to bottom out the hand truck so it won't move. I was almost ready to catch it.

Quoted from PinMonk:

Stern does their versions, which are essentially worse than anything of his they're copying, but yeah, if you run into him or talk on the phone and have a half hour, ask Cliff about it. He has a right to be pissed. It wasn't and isn't cool.

Quoted from Photopin:

I think I finally resolved my issue with the lights going out and the flippers dying.
At PinMonk's suggestion, I unplugged the CN15 connector on Node board 8, which is the lower playfield lights. By disconnecting wires to the plug and only running one color of lights at a time I narrowed it down to the red lights. I then inspected all of the sockets and red bulbs on the lower playfield. That turned up nothing. But to get to the last two I had to remove the flipper mechs. When I did, I noticed this tiny nick in the insulation of the wire leading to the red bulb under the right flipper mech. It was from where it had been pinched the metal edge of the mech being installed. My eyes aren't good enough to see if the cover was cut all the way through, but it looked like it could be enough to be causing the short, so I covered the wire and put a strip of duct tape along the metal edge of the flipper mech.
I then played a quick game with no issues.
My next game was epic (for me) and went about 30 minutes. Like someone else noted on here, it seemed to happen a lot during multi-balls. For me, Headlong Flight was always a killer (I guess because there's a lot of red lights). On this game I got every multi-ball and Headlong Flight twice with no issues. No dead flippers. No loss of lights. New high score.
Of course, two games isn't a solid test, but its the longest I've been able to keep the machine running since I unboxed it three weeks ago.
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Quoted from gandamack:

You sound like a real wanker

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Quoted from swampfire:

And besides, what’s wrong with wanking?

Quoted from Aniraf:

Our engineering team has has also discovered that premium/LE versions of the game may have an additional metal bracket on the underside. We've developed this solution for both configurations, however we would prefer to know as we can slightly tweak the part to
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Quoted from J-drum11:

I know it’s been brought up but,
Is there a reason why stern doesn’t have the side scoop ball lock as a factory setting?

Quoted from PinMonk:

We don't know. I asked Rayday live, he didn't address it. I'll ask again when I get a chance.

Quoted from J-drum11:

I mean it does make sense but, I do notice at times the balls will sit down under and the game will kind of pause for awhile before releasing. Maybe has to be set up better with a future code update first?

Quoted from PinMonk:

I've had it hold back up to 2 balls in there during multiball for a while. I speculated in the temp test post it may have been an attempt to manage coil temps a little better in multiball.
Or it may just be code gaps. Dunno.

Quoted from J-drum11:

Guess I’ll shut if off in the meantime til they work it in the code more

Quoted from PinMonk:

Just asked and got a direct answer from ray about the scoop physical lock being off by default:
"You’ll just have to wait… and see. In the meantime we can’t recommend it be turned on and thus it is not on by default."
So there you go. Maybe related to the machine losing the ball in one of the multiballs when the physical lock's on that has been reported...

Quoted from PinMonk:

"You’ll just have to wait… and see. In the meantime we can’t recommend it be turned on and thus it is not on by default."

Quoted from swampfire:

Weird, it seems to work fine in 0.90. But I’m happy that there’s even more to come.

Quoted from TinyBlackDog:

Rayday also mentioned during that stream that they are doing something in a future code update to address the long ball times. Hmmm…

Quoted from swampfire:

Software update to move everyone’s outlane posts up? If only! I checked audits after the LAX show and there were just 9 right outlane drains, which seems insane. That one definitely needs to get moved up.

Quoted from Aniraf:

Hey everyone, I wanted to announce a new option to fix your scoops and protect your delicate parts...the "Rush TPU Scoop Protector" is real! Using NinjaCamp's "near-patent pending" technology we've been able to create what I believe is the ultimate fix for our scoop issues. Why is it the ultimate you ask? (I'm glad you asked) There are a couple of reasons:
1) Easy to install
2) No metal on metal
2) Excellent protection
4) Color choices!
Unlike traditional protectors, the TPU version will not cause additional wear to the ball, nor will the protector develop any ugly "wear spots" over time. Furthermore NinjaCamp's process allows for a paper thin top-side edge which improves the overall performance of the scoop. Don't believe me?? Well, first, go fuck yourself and second...just kidding about the first thing. In all seriousness, we've been testing these protectors in two locations for over three weeks with thousands of plays and zero issues! I'll also mention that the solution is aesthetically pleasing. We teamed up with Outpost Kodelia's amazing design team to produce a part so perfect that the "tuning fork" sound from the factory scoop is still in tact.
We will be selling this solution in two versions, full and partial protection. This allows for owners to decide if they wish to improve the front facing (extremely problematic) protector or both protectors using the same solution. Our engineering team has has also discovered that premium/LE versions of the game may have an additional metal bracket on the underside. We've developed this solution for both configurations, however we would prefer to know as we can slightly tweak the part to ensure a perfect fit.
I've attached a couple of pictures of the protector in "Ghost Rider Grey" and "Bastille Day Black". These should wet your appetite while we configure the store and finalize the details. Partial protection will cost $30 whereas the full protection will be $55. I highly recommend the full protection because it looks and works so awesome! Everything will be listed on Pinside (sales support these forums) and available to ship globally starting next week.
Lastly:
A little bit about NinjaCamp: NinjaCamp, entered into the mod business around the time that Rick and Morty was ending the production run. There were some problems to solve, including a very similar TPU portal protector (https://pinside.com/pinball/market/shops/1326-ninjacamp-mods/05107-rick-and-morty-tpu-portal-protector). We've had fantastic success with that part and subsequently have literally worked to patent the process of producing 3D printed TPU protectors. The quality and fit are amazing! You can read a little more about us on this thread https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/ninjacamp-mods. I encourage you to post questions there or PM me directly so that we don't clog up this thread too much, but hell...it is a forum so do whatever you like .
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Quoted from swampfire:

Software update to move everyone’s outlane posts up? If only! I checked audits after the LAX show and there were just 9 right outlane drains, which seems insane. That one definitely needs to get moved up.

Quoted from Rarehero:

My friend gave me these settings for Godzilla LE, so I tried them on Rush LE. Try them & see what you think. For me, the treble was a tad high & the bass a tad low…so I adjusted those to taste after doing this.
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Quoted from Aniraf:

I’ll get a picture later tonight and I’ll post asap!

Quoted from Reality_Studio:

Looks interesting, do you have pictures of it after those thousands of plays? Curious how it's stood up.

Quoted from TinyBlackDog:

It was actually game times, not ball times. Maybe they are just going to turn it into a 2 ball game by default
He also didn’t specifically mention it was code.
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Quoted from Av8:

Opened mine up today. Wow this is gorgeous in person. The shots are absolutely a blast.

Quoted from mIkea:

Great news- Cliffy’s protectors are in testing.
http://www.passionforpinball.com/wip.htm

Quoted from mIkea:

Great news- Cliffy’s protectors are in testing.

Quoted from Photopin:

I think I finally resolved my issue with the lights going out and the flippers dying.
At PinMonk's suggestion, I unplugged the CN15 connector on Node board 8, which is the lower playfield lights. By disconnecting wires to the plug and only running one color of lights at a time I narrowed it down to the red lights. I then inspected all of the sockets and red bulbs on the lower playfield. That turned up nothing. But to get to the last two I had to remove the flipper mechs. When I did, I noticed this tiny nick in the insulation of the wire leading to the red bulb under the right flipper mech. It was from where it had been pinched the metal edge of the mech being installed. My eyes aren't good enough to see if the cover was cut all the way through, but it looked like it could be enough to be causing the short, so I covered the wire and put a strip of duct tape along the metal edge of the flipper mech.
I then played a quick game with no issues.
My next game was epic (for me) and went about 30 minutes. Like someone else noted on here, it seemed to happen a lot during multi-balls. For me, Headlong Flight was always a killer (I guess because there's a lot of red lights). On this game I got every multi-ball and Headlong Flight twice with no issues. No dead flippers. No loss of lights. New high score.
Of course, two games isn't a solid test, but its the longest I've been able to keep the machine running since I unboxed it three weeks ago.
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Quoted from jpc211245:

I posted in the wrong thread earlier. Wondering about the additional bracket on the underside of my LE scoop? Not sure if this is it?
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Quoted from Aniraf:

I am all about handing out .stl files, but the more complex TPU designs are getting tricky. They require special materials and process to ensure they come out perfectly. All of that stuff is considered a “trade secret” and I would like to protect it from large companies which could rapidly produce these parts.
Like I said earlier, none of my attempt to patent the process or charge for the design is centered around screwing the community. It is only about making sure that what I consider an evolutionary manufacturing technique is protected from the big boys.
I hope that makes sense to everyone. If you want to wait a bit before buying one I may be able to do a non-commercial license like some of my other products.

Quoted from Guinnesstime:

Ball times are really too long. Farcry MB is activated too much. Bastille Day too much. Mystery too much. I've kind of chilled out on playing until code is flushed out.
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