Quoted from pinballlooking:Your Tron looks really sweet…
I just ordered the black flippers with colored rubbers.
Thank you sir... Thanks for the Arcade mod and a couple recommendations like the play field support brackets and etc.
Quoted from pinballlooking:Your Tron looks really sweet…
I just ordered the black flippers with colored rubbers.
Thank you sir... Thanks for the Arcade mod and a couple recommendations like the play field support brackets and etc.
Disabling the pop-up post for skill shot does not disable it for super pops. It only comes up for super pops with it disabled. I have mine disabled, but it still comes up for super pops.
As mentioned, the 'true' skill shot is plunging the Gem switch. That is money if you can get it down, and helps complete Gem much sooner/easier.
Quoted from DCfoodfreak:Don't forget mirror blades and Invisiglass...
Don't forget to install plastic protectors UNDER the plastics, not OVER.
Quoted from Rarehero:Don't forget to install plastic protectors UNDER the plastics, not OVER.
Way back in July 2011 (I think I was the first to get a Tron LE!) I did the mods as seen in this vid:
Since then have added (should make a new vid..):
-Arcade game mod with Screen
-Coloured GI LEDs
-Neon Recognizer topper
-Oval neon circles (instead of round) on left side of cabinet to match the different perspective on that side
-more that I can't remember right now...
Its amazing how much new cool stuff you guys are puting on this game!
Quoted from ShinyNick:Way back in July 2011 (I think I was the first to get a TRON LE!) I did the mods as seen in this vid:
Cool mods. You have some stuff I have never seen before.
I really like this post.
Quoted from DCfoodfreak:: o
I bet google led me astray. Said Cliffy Protector. When I get home I will look for it.
Is Cliff Rinear someone else?
heh heh heh Google took you to my as-yet unfinished shopping cart site, I'll bet. Cliffysprotectors.com right? Yeah. Ooops. Gotta finish that one of these years
Quoted from tekhmaster:I have many of the Mods listed. But I also found this Keychain on Amazon.com. I thought it fit perfectly.
Is there a Tron Key-chain in the goodie bag ? I hate to even open it ... I want a Key bob tho ..
Quoted from BLACK_ROSE:Is there a Tron Key-chain in the goodie bag ? I hate to even open it ... I want a Key bob tho ..
There is one.
Quoted from BLACK_ROSE:Is there a Tron Key-chain in the goodie bag
yup, 2 of 'em they look kinda like little license plates
I added another Link to the 1st Post for Pinside member ( Tekman ) He sell's the Best Anti-rattle tape that I've ever used !! Really Not a Link , Just PM him if you need some .. I installed the FF 3-piece Speaker Up-grade and my p/f glass rattled BAD .. It's Silent now .. I Double layered the Tape on Each side of the Top of the Glass .. Snug as a Bug in a Rug !! Only $ 7.00 ship'd !!
I'm also installing my colored Pinbits Dress-up protector plastic's , ( under the Original's ) I had to lOOk at other's too. I like them.. My Recognizer plastic is designed for the LE , so i'll have to drill a few Holes to make it match .. Tron is a Cool Azz pin !!!
Tron_-Protector_colored_plastics_001.JPG Tron_-Protector_colored_plastics_002.JPG Tron_-Protector_colored_plastics_003.JPG Tron_-Protector_colored_plastics_004.JPG Tron_-Protector_colored_plastics_012.JPG Tron_-Protector_colored_plastics_006.JPG
Quoted from EmptyLogic:you guys need the stevedave coin door insert
I Need to Slow down and Stop spend-n $$ ..... Hmmm , What's Next for Tron ,,
Quoted from BLACK_ROSE:I Need to Slow down and Stop spend-n $$ ..... Hmmm , What's Next for Tron ,,
its FREE B_R.. unlike most things in pinball .. well i guess it cost some paper and ink
https://docs.google.com/folder/d/0BxfIenA1e2fNdXZ4OWdFeERWUWs/edit
I almost put some in when I swapping out my reject buttons to blue. I'm impatient and my printer was being a PITA so I said screw it and left the stock ones in.
Quoted from Sc1f1:I almost put some in when I swapping out my reject buttons to blue. I'm impatient and my printer was being a PITA so I said screw it and left the stock ones in.
Where do you buy the blue reject buttons?
Quoted from Sgtmax:Where do you buy the blue reject buttons?
http://www.twistedquarter.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=171_175&products_id=1094
Says they are no longer made they have the last ones
Quoted from Sc1f1:http://www.twistedquarter.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=171_175&products_id=1094
Says they are no longer made they have the last ones
That's ridiculous they said it would cost $42 to ship to aus.. Anyone want to buy them and ship them to me and I will give them the money ?
Quoted from Sc1f1:http://www.twistedquarter.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=171_175&products_id=1094
Says they are no longer made they have the last ones
Thanks for the info. I just ordered some..really nice looking.
Below are just some of the things that I'll be putting in the machine. Big thanks to Kim at kimballspinballs for making me a splitter and wiring harness for the light cycles, made it simple to plug into the 5V service outlet (and also into the PIG which is on the way). I'm also sending him the 2D translite so he can build a backbox LED kit for it, looking forward to seeing that.
Machine arrived today and I'll be picking it up tomorrow. Can't wait. Let the fun begin! Tron.JPG
And if the GEM shot's being impossible to get following a right loop shot (it vary's from game to game apparently), you might like to try this free mod... all you need ius a blade from a jig saw and it's done! (curious to see how many thumbs down I can get from this ). It's not a looks improver, just a gameplay improver...
Original_hole.JPG modifying_the_hole.JPG New_hole.JPG Original_showing_reduced_space_to_get_.jpg Re-positioned_target_from_under_pf.JPG New_look_pf.JPG
Quoted from Mudflaps:Only things I haven't seen are my decal and colored hex nuts
You could also Paint the Leg bolts Tron Blue as well .. I might !! Has Krossed my mind .
Quoted from BLACK_ROSE:You could also Paint the Leg bolts Tron Blue as well .. I might !! Has Krossed my mind .
Won't the paint come off as you tighten up the bolts? I guess you could paint them after the legs are on...
Quoted from Wolfmarsh:Omg, did you really gnaw up that hole like that? With a saw on a pocket knife?
You mean precision cut Yes sir... it was actually a blade from a jig-saw, not a pocket knife, although I'm sure that would do the same job... It worked a treat, and the next game I played I shot the ball all the way round the back by holding the left flipper in and plunging hard... took a shot at Gem and hit it first shot!! I couldn't believe it... the game opened up after that... it was a breath of fresh air!
There is no way I would saw my playfield and turn that stand up to make it easier!! I can make the GEM shot without hacking the playfield and this is a LE
Quoted from ChadNC:Thanks for the info. I just ordered some..really nice looking.
No problem... I'm giving up all my one off secrets I was going to be a loner
Quoted from BLACK_ROSE:Buckles , Where did you get Yr Mod'd Lighted Recognizer at ? lOOks Cool !!
He got it from Kim, that's we're mine came from.
Quoted from pinballslave:You mean precision cut Yes sir... it was actually a blade from a jig-saw, not a pocket knife, although I'm sure that would do the same job... It worked a treat, and the next game I played I shot the ball all the way round the back by holding the left flipper in and plunging hard... took a shot at Gem and hit it first shot!! I couldn't believe it... the game opened up after that... it was a breath of fresh air!
I would recommend instead learning how to make the Gem shot.
The trick is to shoot Quorra, then when the ball is coming down the left orbit lane just above the flipper, you nudge the game to the right to push the ball away from the left wall/flipper. Then you make the Gem shot with that upper flipper. Practice this move to get the timing right. This technique has completely opened up the game for me and made Gem achievable.
Also, work on plunging Gem.
Quoted from pinballslave:Mmmm, last pic won't come out... try again...
Wow, I can't believe u cut into the play field. It being an LE you couldn't do a bank shot. Cold you really never make it with the upper flipper?
Quoted from ChadNC:Wow, I can't believe u cut into the play field. It being an LE you couldn't do a bank shot. Cold you really never make it with the upper flipper?
I have an LE and I can make the bank shot to GEM.
I tend to aim between the O and the N target with the targets down.
I cannot make it 100% of the time, but I can deliberately make the shot when I attempt it.
Marcus
Quoted from Sc1f1:There is no way I would saw my playfield and turn that stand up to make it easier!! I can make the GEM shot without hacking the playfield
Good for you
Quoted from ChadH:The trick is to shoot Quorra, then when the ball is coming down the left orbit lane just above the flipper, you nudge the game to the right to push the ball away from the left wall/flipper. Then you make the Gem shot with that upper flipper. Practice this move to get the timing right. This technique has completely opened up the game for me and made Gem achievable.
Also, work on plunging Gem.
I understand that tricks to get Gem are possible, and I was also falling into the habbit of trying to get a Gem trigger from the plunger, but my firm belief is that this wasn't how the designer intended the game to be played... nudging tricks and plunger 'skill shots'... also rebounds off the TRON targets can get Gem, even on the LE... My firm belief is that Stern messed up on the 'U' target location, but were too far down the road to fix it... I just did it myself, that's all...
Quoted from ChadNC:Cold you really never make it with the upper flipper?
Only when the ball was at very low speed over the flipper, like coming on there from a rising ball... never from a right loop or a decent Quorra shot...
I get that people don't like the idea of cutting into a playfield, but I don't regret doing it one bit, it was so much more rewarding to play the game as I feel it was intended and not have to use tricks to get that shot...
Not for everyone I know because people are generally too concerned about re-sale price and see a playfield hack as de-valuing...
Quoted from docquest:Here's a key chain I made using the mini arcade cabinet that Target was selling a while back.
Great idea. I have that toy as well but never thought to use it as a Keychain.
Quoted from ChadNC:He got it from Kim, that's we're mine came from.
Ok Thanxx ,, Who is Kim ? Do you have a Link to where it can be Purchased ?
Quoted from BLACK_ROSE:Ok Thanxx ,, Who is Kim ? Do you have a Link to where it can be Purchased ?
Yea Mark, It's www.kimballspinball.com The same guy we were talking about that keeps winning awards at the Texas show for modded pins. Great mod, you'll like it
Quoted from pinballslave:Good for you
I don't think it was an error at all... but if you're happy with it it's your machine
You got it Blackrose, the recognizer is from kimballspinballs and it's definitely one cool mod. You can get it with either white or blue lights shining down, I went with the blue.
Quoted from Buckman:Below are just some of the things that I'll be putting in the machine. Big thanks to Kim at kimballspinballs for making me a splitter and wiring harness for the light cycles, made it simple to plug into the 5V service outlet (and also into the PIG which is on the way). I'm also sending him the 2D translite so he can build a backbox LED kit for it, looking forward to seeing that.
Machine arrived today and I'll be picking it up tomorrow. Can't wait. Let the fun begin!
I just built/installled a really cool backbox LED board for the 2-D version, featuring colour changing back ground and flashers.... the yellow/orange on CLU is awesome! I will try and post a video soon. Very happy with how it turned out. I haven't had much time to mess around with other stuff as I just received the game a week ago... but so far I have only added the Hallmark cycles, EL ramp wires, and re-rubbered the game with white rubber.
I'm still looking to add the Mini Arcade machine.
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