Don't get discouraged, don't stop posting. The question that you asked was entirely valid. As a (recently retired) museum consultant, I can say that such questions - restoration v. original, etc - are important and all views are valid. And anyone in the business ought to be able to accept such discussions as necessary - as quite likely BGResto would do. I've been playing pinball since 1959, owned a machine in 1978, and currently enjoy three machines - one of which you helped me, through Pinside, to get working. I recognize that despite your young age, you have more extensive technical experience than I will ever have. I value your input, and also your philosophical 'take' on the history, hobby, and other aspects of pinball. Keep posting, on all subjects, your (sorry - you're) doing a good job.