This is really great! I am tempted to buy a backup because they are so rare!

Hi, was just checking a switch (wire ramp entry), so had to take off the rear right plastic piece. Fixed the issue, went to put the plastic piece back in, and realized the only way it fits is if I push down part of it under the big bolt under the magnet (so the plastic is bent when in position). I have to assume that big magnet bold I have is too long (somebody replaced with the wrong part?). Take a look at the attached picture, green circle (plastic is under pressure when installed).

Also when I took it apart, the bottom nut on the big bolt was unscrewed near the bottom of that bolt. I tightened it up (assuming im supposed to)

Any thoughts?

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That’s an adjustable core. There is a fixed length core which prevents this.

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Got a cv playfield I will be lighting with an arduino and addressable leds and hanging!!

Also going to 3D print parts to fill the boom balloon and ring master holes

Will post pics

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Cool can't wait to see it!

Finished my CV wall art project over the weekend thought I would share with you all! Being that I LOVE CV, but am not lucky enough to own one, this is my fix

First I needed to make some rails to mount the playfield to in order to prevent warping and I need an inner flame that I can mount the larger frame to.
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Painted and used existing holes to mount the inner frame to
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Now starting to get the outer frames measured, cut and laid out
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And time to stain the wood!
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Wood frames mounted up!
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So for the LED's I first use a huge piece of plastic and trace the locations of the playfield inserts
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Then I use the clear plastic as a template to poke holes in a piece of cardboard and layout the LEDS, this is the most time consuming part.
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I 3D printed some parts to fill the ringmaster, boom balloon, ball eject, and rollover switches so I can light them.
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Parts installed in the playfield
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Last with a little arduino code we get a real nice radom pattern that cycle 6 different modes!

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If you find one, let me know. My ramp popped a weld and it would help me greatly! All I can tell you is that you want the guide to be just over the height of the ball. Maybe 1/8th of an inch? It is a fine balance. Mine will work great, then the “metal memory” will kick in and next thing you know I need to tweak it again.

That looks amazing!

Man, that redefines "Labor Of Love" ! Looks Great! But what happens if you pick up a CV that needs a Playfield?

Good point @whthrs166. I purposely built this non destructively! The only pieces actually attached to the playfield are the roller switches and saucers with tiny single screws! Also this playfield would for sure need to be reclreared.. the clear is not good and there is rippling and insert seams all over

Whew! Good Looks like your covered then.

I finally got my PDI glass and installed it in CV and EHOH, man what a difference!
It really looks like you could reach in and grab the ball.
First pic is with the old glass and the other two are with PDI.

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Got this installed. Much better!

Hi. I just want to post this so everyone is aware. I got a set of backbox decals from pinball decals. I installed and also installed another for funhouse that I got I don’t remember where. Decals were good for a month. Then .....

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This happens

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So I emailed him about this problem. His answer was buy another ??? The other decals I installed same day are neat like the first day but this are garbage. Then you have to pay again for another which I’m sure is same(bad) quality. BEWARE IF YOU BUYING SOMETHING THERE.

It looks like because of COVID many want to sell just garbage. Look at playfield in some new pinballs. Then decals. ??? I truly recommend anyone who is looking for decals no to get them there. There is no integrity in doing business whit him.

What sort of prep did you do before putting them on. You must sand all previous decal and then glue residue. Then prep sand again more prep and sand again if you want really good results. If you just give a light sand and put them on you will get rippling, if you just remove old decal and apply straight on you will get rippling. If you put straight over the top of old one.....well you get the idea.

Installed a lot of decals, never once did I sand anything. Never had this type of result. Something is wrong with the adhesive on that decal. I would try heating the decals with a hair dryer and smoothing them before I gave up. You may have to "pin poke" those bubbles also due to trapped air. I would heat them and smooth then let it sit overnight. I have had some success with that strategy.

I left my garage door open on a hot sunny day and the heat from the sun caused bubbles all over my freshly decaled cabinet, what a disaster that was!

Same thing here weak adhesive very poor quality and I notice that from day 1. The sticking power was really poor. I te other for funhouse adhesive was way stronger.

old decal removed. (I’m a carpenter). Wood putty sanded to perfection Bad adhesive or old decal

I had a poor experience with him years ago, bought a bunch of PDI glass (which is $$$$) and most of it had imperfections that were very noticeable. His first reaction was to say he's never had that happen and he basically didn't believe me. Then it was discovered by other buyers picking up in person that most of the batch he received from his supplier (in Germany) had the same issues but he wanted ME to pay to ship the bad product back to him. Shipping glass is EXPENSIVE so naturally I pushed back on it. We eventually worked something out but I'll probably never buy another thing from PDII.

I can see now very clearly. He is a real piece of work Scamming people all over. The decal he sold me was oversized by about 5 inches Which is tot normal. He like to screw peoples whit his products. Whit I think he get the left overs or defective and sells them as “good quality” A real prick

I think we should open a new tread about suppliers who sell bad parts And keep everyone updated about what they do. So no other get scammed again and has to pass by bitter experience.

I was wandering if anyone has experience
Swapping a IPB playfield in a CV

These seem to sell for pretty low prices.
Much cheaper than new pfs from germany.
I am thinking of buying a IPB, do a reclearcoat and install in my machine.

But before i do i would very much like
To hear some opinions, cons, pros..

Much appreciated

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I bought one of these 10-15 years ago. Sat under the bed until Covid gave me some time. Pf is great, only thing missing was all the dimples. I had to do lots of measuring. I am pleased with the pf.

Mine has a pink Join the Cirqus on the pf.

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I got one of the no cleared ones about 12 months ago. Had a few areas that needed attention before I clear coated.
I finally installed after 10 months of curing. I found most of the dimples were there on the bottom. Locater holes for the VUK were missing. Had a few holes missing on the top and even wrong sized holes for rails and the diverter.
After a bit of work the end result is wonderful.

Thanks for all of your responces!
This helps me alot making the decision of buying a IPB pf!

I read something about the timber they used for these playfields is not the best quality.. does anyone know anything about this?

Hi. I’m a contractor here So. Before the usually cut the wood let it dry then it was proceeded to do anything in the lumber from playwoood(playfield are made from plywood ). To moldings or other parts. Since the wood was already dried most likely it will never bend. Now in this day they cut the wood and it gets processed right away (still moisture in the wood). And it will dry thru the time. New playfields in many new pinball have this problem. Although still playable. If the ipdb playfield you’re getting is flat that’s a score Good luck.

Anyone have any leads in back glass bottom lift trim or replacement ideas. Mine is broken and I can’t find it in stock at any of the usual places
Thanks in advance

Hi. I email Planetary Pinball (they have the copyright ). They told me they’re in the process to make all of them.

Anyone have any leads in back glass bottom lift trim or replacement ideas. Mine is broken and I can’t find it in stock at any of the usual places
Thanks in advance</

https://shop.mrpinball.com.au/product/bottom-lift-channel-suit-c-v/

https://shop.mrpinball.com.au/product/side-moulding-suit-c-v/

https://shop.mrpinball.com.au/product/top-moulding-suit-c-v/

https://shop.mrpinball.com.au/product/bottom-lift-channel-suit-c-v/

https://shop.mrpinball.com.au/product/side-moulding-suit-c-v/

https://shop.mrpinball.com.au/product/top-moulding-suit-c-v/

Recently ordered backglass trim from Mr. Pinball (the links Pinoffski put above). Shipping to the states took about 2-3 weeks, and they're great. Order with confidence.

That is great to hear. I need one as well!

hell yeah we all need some of them

Might join the club. Anything I should look out for when checking this pin out? Not sure if there are “impossible to find” parts or if everything is pretty accessible

BTW, I’m reading through the thread and thought this was a funny read. Anywhere near $2500 today would be the sale of the century

Thanks for the info, much appreciated!

Well almost made the club. Pin was a re-import with a lot of ??? So I passed on it. Will be in this club someday though. This pin is on my short list. Until then, do your worst!

Does anyone have a spare new or leftover used DMD bezel plastic? I was pivoting the PF into position and it just barely caught the corner of this plastic and pop....Let me know, thanks,

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Soooo… I made a new shirt

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Send me a PM if you’re interested.