It may not put Cliffy out of the business if the pin manufacturers decide work with him to either supply or use him as a consultant.
Also, because many of the NIB customers are now private owners, we want to have pins in pristine/CQ condition. That's why the used market for HUO machines carry a premium.
For the $8K and above NIB games (LE's, Premiums, etc...), ramp protectors have been incorporated (AC/DC, MMRLE), why not look to address and/or prioritize other vulnerable areas of the Play Field. Maybe not all of these areas, but it'll be great to address
1. Eject shooter's lane
2. Scoop/eject holes
3. Ball drop areas, especially if it's over a switch cutout hole