Working on the ultimate game room

IMG_0294_wide_lo_res.jpgIMG_0295_lo_res.jpgIMG_0283_favorites_lo_res.jpg// Error: Image 14874 not found //// Error: Image 14874 not found //Two floors of fun. A decent pinball lineup I think. AFM, CFTBL, SM Black, MM, CC, SS, TOTAN, STTNG, CV. I have room for three more pins. I like the variety in themes. I'm thinking MB, Transformers and Wizard of Oz. Any more recommendations?

When I do get bored I have pool, shuffleboard, darts, ping pong, a few arcade games, air hockey and most importantly a wet bar! How I love to light up a stogie and spend a few hours with friends on the pins.

MM and SM seem to garner the most attention. IMG_0294_wide_lo_res.jpg

#2 12 years ago

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jeffgoldstein2

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You need a TZ in that line up! Nice collection though. Im jealous!

#3 12 years ago

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The_Gorilla

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And the next time I vacation in Apache Junction...you need to give me you address!!!!

#4 12 years ago

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tatman9999

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Let's see some pics of room and games? Very nice line up.

#5 12 years ago

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jimjim66

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I would love to see some pictures.

Sounds like an incredible game room.

#6 12 years ago

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docscott

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okay guys, pics are up. my first forum post so I had to work my way through it. Thoughts? What games next?

#7 12 years ago

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davewtf

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i wish i could convert my garage (maybe it isn't a garage?) to a gameroom . i don't think that would work in these here parts though...

Nice setup you got going there. No need for a TZ IMHO. Looks nice as is.

#8 12 years ago

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docscott

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Yes, Dave, you need your garage there I bet. Luckily I had the main house with a three car garage and a guest house with a one car garage so I was able to make this extra detached three car garage with a loft bedroom into what I hope to be the ultimate man cave. What pins next?

#9 12 years ago

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davewtf

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Quoted from docscott:
What pins next?

I think your wishlist is heading you down the right road, not that you really need to add anything. Your collection is top notch.

I think you might need to add TAF to your list.

#10 12 years ago

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jimjim66

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Big Buck Hunter pin would fit in there nicely. Most people don't like it because of the theme, it seems it would fit in your game room fine.

#11 12 years ago

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shock_me

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Great gameroom docscott! I'm envisioning a line of back to back pins down the middle though. Who plays ping-pong that much these days anyways? Joking! But you asked

#12 12 years ago

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davewtf

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I don't like bbh because the ball hangs up on the track the buck moves on. that and about ten or so other reasons.

#13 12 years ago

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SealClubber

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MB is one of my favorites but you already have at least 3 games with a fan layout. I would recommend balancing your collection with a TAF or TZ or adding another good Stern like Tron or TSPP.

#14 12 years ago

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spfxted

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NICE!! Wizard of Oz should be there fer sure!

#15 12 years ago

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davewtf

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Quoted from SealClubber:
MB is one of my favorites but you already have at least 3 games with a fan layout.

very true, sell me that afm and get a tz... Heck, Ill trade you my tz plus some cash and drive it on down to ya!

#16 12 years ago

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docscott

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Jimjim, you hit the nail on the head. Been thinking BB for just that reason. Tried it a Pinball Hall of Fame in Vegas recently and liked it. Dave, I am looking for a TAF too. Want it great shape and just haven't found one yet. Anyone played TF LE yet?

#17 12 years ago

robertmee

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Great lineup....Not withstanding WOZ, you need:

TSPP - something with depth and stop and go action. I prefer it over TZ

GNR/Tommy - Ya need at least one good DE game

BBB - Might as well shoot for the moon

#18 12 years ago

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docscott

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Quoted from spfxted:
NICE!! Wizard of Oz should be there fer sure!

It will be unfortunately God only knows how long until they release!! Have you played TF LE?

#19 12 years ago

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v8torino

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Nice looking gameroom,Thanks for posting,it gives us something to shoot for ). WOZ will look great in there,do you have one on order? Also I really like those shuffle bowlers,sorry you asked us what else you need in the gameroom,as I'm sure a bunch of us will have ideas on how to spend your $.

#20 12 years ago

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docscott

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BBB - Might as well shoot for the moon

You know I've been toying with that idea... unfortunately they're rarer than hen's teeth. I think I'll start looking for one.... And if I blow ungodly amounts of money for it it will all be your fault.

#22 12 years ago

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docscott

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Quoted from SealClubber:
MB is one of my favorites but you already have at least 3 games with a fan layout. I would recommend balancing your collection with a TAF or TZ or adding another good Stern like Tron or TSPP.

Have you played TF LE yet? I'm not as patently against Stern as some people seem to be.

Quoted from shock_me:Great gameroom docscott! I'm envisioning a line of back to back pins down the middle though. Who plays ping-pong that much these days anyways? Joking! But you asked

Yes, I think I'll put at least four more in the middle. Is there any such thing as too many pins? I try to pretend to my visitors that there is a reason other than pinball to come into my man cave.... hence the few non-pinball games.

#23 12 years ago

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nasco62

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Impressive set up, awesome line up of games!

#24 12 years ago

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doublezo1

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very nice!!!!

#25 12 years ago

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Kane

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Your ping pong net could use a shop job

#26 12 years ago

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iceman44

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Love it Doc!.....one suggestion, 60 inch samsung led where the dart board is!

#27 12 years ago

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iceman44

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Pool table, ping pong (gotta have it cause the kids love it), and a great line up of pins.....nice diversification

#28 12 years ago

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ssathre

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Beautiful game room you have there and a sweet lineup of pins. I would have no problem being happy and comfortable in that space if you ever need to hire a live in pinball tech.

I see nothing wrong with having a ping pong table. I'm no Forrest Gump, but we take that game pretty seriously around here. But with that being said, if it came down to needing room for more pins it would be outta there!

#29 12 years ago

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docscott

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already have the big screen surround sound deal just up the stairs.... all set. Hell, who needs to ever leave...

#30 12 years ago

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TheStranger

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Spiderman Black... you bastard

#32 12 years ago

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docscott

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Quoted from ssathre:
Beautiful game room you have there and a sweet lineup of pins. I would have no problem being happy and comfortable in that space if you ever need to hire a live in pinball tech.
I see nothing wrong with having a ping pong table. I'm no Forrest Gump, but we take that game pretty seriously around here. But with that being said, if it came down to needing room for more pins it would be outta there!

gotta tell ya, sometimes it feels like I need a live in tech. I turn the heat off when I'm not there. Does the drop in temp effect these machines? Seems like I blow a lot of switches and someone told me it was from the temperature variations? Is that true.

The other games keep the kids and non-pinball players happy.

#33 12 years ago

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TomGWI

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Beautiful game room. I really like the high ceilings and the openness. Sweetness.

#34 12 years ago

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The_Gorilla

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Seriously. I am just getting ready to actually HAVE a game room as opposed to having pins stuffed in a variety of corners around the house.

Now I feel like quitting. I will never have it look that nice. Great job, doc!

#35 12 years ago

NM

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Very nice.

OP
Quoted from docscott:
The other games keep the kids and non-pinball players happy.

Looks like you might have room for about another 20 titles (two rows of 10 back-to-back) with the pool & ping pong tables out of the picture.

Watch for waning interest and make your move.

#36 12 years ago

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exflexer

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Nice setup

#37 12 years ago

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docscott

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Quoted from The_Gorilla:
Seriously. I am just getting ready to actually HAVE a game room as opposed to having pins stuffed in a variety of corners around the house.
Now I feel like quitting. I will never have it look that nice. Great job, doc!

Shucks, don't give up! I was fortunate to acquire a lot of square footage so I could have a dedicated man cave space. At least you have the benefit of being able to be in front of a pin within seconds, no matter where you are. I have to walk down to the separate building, sometimes through snow.... so, it is a tradeoff. Of course, once I'm there I never want to leave. Booze, cigars, a popcorn maker and some great pins... what more can a guy ask for?

#38 12 years ago

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dmacy

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Awesome setup. Wouldn't change a thing!

#39 12 years ago

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Mike_J

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Holy Cow!

There is no reason to ever leave your room.

Congratulations on a beautiful set up.

#40 12 years ago

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kwiKimart

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You need a TSPP and a TZ in there and then your game room will be the ultimate.

#41 12 years ago

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tatman9999

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Very nice game room I have most of the pins you have or I have had them. Transformers LE would fit nice in your line up. TRON LE is very good stern to.

#42 12 years ago

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smassa

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OP
Quoted from docscott:
BBB - Might as well shoot for the moon
You know I've been toying with that idea... unfortunately they're rarer than hen's teeth. I think I'll start looking for one.... And if I blow ungodly amounts of money for it it will all be your fault.

Great looking game room!!! Message me if your looking for a BBB. I know someone who is selling one but you are right it ain't cheap. But by looking at your setup it looks like you can afford it. (:

#43 12 years ago

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docscott

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