Quoted from SonOfTheWizard:**Sunken Inserts**
-Caused the ball to stall or launch based on velocity.
This is not a fix for a beginner. You could replace them or fill them with clear if you're going to clearcoat the playfield. Not enough time to do that before Christmas. Many of those early Ballys have concave inserts, they were too thin to last until now. Vid has a bunch of posts about insert repair, not specifically for your situation: https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/vids-guide-to-ultimate-playfield-restoration#post-547755
Quoted from SonOfTheWizard:*Middle spinner occasionally gets stuck on*
-I attempted to straighten out the pin which seems to have helped but not completely alleviated.
Replacement is probably the simplest option but if Dad is handy and the game is still playable I'd leave it.
Quoted from SonOfTheWizard:*Missing the original coin basket*
-Does anyone know of a part number that matches this machine? More of a want then a need, but thought I'd ask.
boilerman probably knows. Pinball Resource probably has it, give Steve a call or send Jimmy an email.
Quoted from SonOfTheWizard:*One of the legs has the top bolt stripped out*
-I am ordering a new set of bolts, but anyone know a way to repair the top bolt, other just Loctite, or would that just be best option?
Replace the plate on the inside. Probably this one: https://www.pinballlife.com/leg-bracket.html
Quoted from SonOfTheWizard:*The wood is wearing around the Left Flipper Button*
-Is that just wood filler and repaint?
Yes.
Quoted from SonOfTheWizard:*I'm not sure of the proper name, but the right bumper located near the flipper does not work, I believe it may be a switch that is bad*
- Do I just replace this of try clean up the old parts and try to set the open distance properly again. They appear to have been bent.
It's called a sling. Could be bad coil, bad switch, misadjustment. Can you move it by hand (machine off)? Coil not binding or look burnt?
Quoted from SonOfTheWizard:*I am planning on ordering some VM&P Naptha to keep the table clean*
-That would be the correct option for this particular machine right?
Naptha will strip off the old wax. You'll want to wax after using it.
Quoted from SonOfTheWizard:*44 bulbs or 47?*
- there are a few burnt out and I have read some saying that for home use 47's are recommended, but some that disagree?
47s produce less heat, less likely to warp plastics and start paint flaking. LEDs produce even less heat. http://www.pbresource.com/your1st.html
Quoted from SonOfTheWizard:*Would you recommend ordering new rollovers or just keep riding them?*
- They do function as is, just look a little rough (see Pics)
If they function, just play it.
Quoted from SonOfTheWizard:*Should I attempt to fix the ball Trail at the top?*
- If is a major undertaking, I can wait until after Christmas and work with dad to do this. Like I said I'm a little nervous that I will cause harm to his new gift before he gets a chance to play it.
Work on the ball trail with Novus 2 and see what you think. If still a lot of dirt left in it try Novus 3 or some Magic Eraser (CAREFULLY). You probably won't hurt anything since there is no paint to ruin. Wax afterward. If the trail is so deep it's affecting ball travel then you could sand it a little.
Quoted from SonOfTheWizard:*Would you recommend a new clear coat eventually, sooner rather than later, or never?*
- This is a machine more so for pleasure than anything else, but I want him to be able to enjoy it for years to come.
Probably never. With regular waxing you can play it nearly forever.
