Here is mine.

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It might be. Go Bucks!

Hey folks, anyone have to replace this sculpt and have some tips on how to at least remove the camera itself to get it out of the way so I can still play the game before getting a replacement? Best way to get a replacement? I'll be superglue-ing it in the meantime but assume that won't hold too long.

Thanks!

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That looks fantastic! Thanks! Definitely having mine done.

Joined the wonka CE fam today and like alot of you, didn't think about using sideart protectors before lifting the playfield and got a knick on each side Does JJp sell replacements that yall know of?

I’m in the same boat as you but my temporary fix was hot glue.

Yeah, big bummer. Poor dude took one too many hits I guess lol

My son bought me the Wonka smokestack top as a gift and it’s a must have mod. Game should have come with it!

So simple, and such a nice touch.

Which manufacture did you get?? Think there is at least two. Was thinking about the modcouples version. I’m thinking about modding mine. So far only added mirror blades but since this game is a keeper, wife plays it daily, might as well add a few mods here and there.

zaphX would you recommend putting the mylar and washers on a new machine as a preventative measure, even if no pooling is evident? If so, would you please share the links to buying those? I have a NIB Wonka coming in about a week, and I'm still trying to piece together from the thread the best way to protect it. All other thoughts and comments are welcome. Thanks!

Pretty sure it’s mod couple. It’s the one I pointed him to on Pinside. It’s the only one I know of.

Has everyone that’s done this confirmed the pooling hasn’t returned? Some did on mine. I wouldn’t touch a post unless something chips.

I replaced it. In order to take it off the playfield, you will need to pull the wire out of the connector from underneath. I couldn't figure out a way to thread the wire through the replacement because the light is too big to go through the opening in the middle of the tube. So I had to cut and then solder the wires back together and use a little heat shrink tubing. Was a bit of a pain in the ass. There has got to be an easier way, but I couldn't figure it out. Replacements should come with wiring and light already installed in my opinion. Mine only had the sculpt.

Wow, well that's definitely what I was hoping to avoid, what a PITA lol. Appreciate you letting me know. I'll end up submitting a ticket after the weekend to see if there's a better option though...I can only imagine how common this is.

If it terminates in a molex that is too big to poke through the playfield, a molex pin removal tool will do the trick and you won't have to resolder.

I did the same thing, but only on one side. I’ve never had this problem before. I’m ordering protectors...

Doesn't the CE come with side protectors? Mine did.

We're talking about these:

https://www.pinballlife.com/interior-cabinet-protector-blade-set.html

Here is what came with my NIB CE. They were placed inside the cabinet, I was surprised to find them in there. Perhaps it's something JJP just started?

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I received them as well.

Dang that’s awesome! I literally just had one shipped to me from JJP a week and a half ago that didn’t have them. I already had a pair though. A must have for all games!

Has anyone had to adjust their camera? My Dialed In camera is great, the pics are nice and sharp. My Wonka camera takes grainy pics. Is this normal? If not, what's the fix? In settings, I found the 1-5 setting, but I didn't think that was the correct adjustment. Thanks for any help.

“Following” this topic as I also feel the camera image quality on my Wonka is grainy and lacks focus.

No setting to improve focus or sharpen image that I’ve found. Only face tracking settings in the menu.

Tried cleaning lens but no improvement.

I fear that “it is what it is”

How lit is the room you are playing in? If the room is dark, or even dim, then the camera cannot focus and also the pictures it does try to take (by compensating and adjusting its internal ISO) will be grainy and most likely take on an orangish or incandescent hue.
Light is king when it comes to pictures of any sort. Natural or otherwise it has to be there for these small type camera sensors to be optimum.
Types of light, white balance and kelvin scale nonsense that's a whole other conversation.
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Mike

Good points. My DILE is in the same room and it's night and day (pardon the weak lighting joke) (which also could be a joke as well depending how you read it. It could be weak lighting or a weak joke or both . Probably both. lol)

But seriously, I asked the question because both games are in the same room with same lighting conditions and my DILE is much sharper.

I also have a dialed in. separate rooms but isn't the dialed in playfield naturally lighter/lighted from the factory. My Wonka is much darker naturally than my dialed in.
That playfield light is huge as well cause it's literally lighting you up.
I may be reaching but put some more light directly in your face or in the room and see if it reacts differently at all.

I find my camera also leaves something to be desired. Curious if they’re using an inferior model than before?

I feel you should be ending all your posts with "know what I'm sayin" and then giggle Scottie P style.
I read every one of your posts in his voice.

that character was hysterical. That movie was a very pleasant surprise. I really enjoyed it. Funny as hell!

Nom Sayin”?

Hey all...just picked up a standard and we’re loving it so far! Question about the monitor and if anyone has any recommendations on the “best” settings for it? I know it could be totally subjective but my Wonka LCD looks kind of washed out and not as vibrant as my DILe in comparison. Anyone else notice anything like it?

I found this. https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/jjp-hobbit-hd-screen-vs-jjp-hd-wonka-screen
I haven't noticed any issues or lack of color with my lcd to be honest. That doesn't help you but mine must be adjusted differently than yours. Hopefully you can adjust it to your liking.

Page b-4 in manual states it is under the tests tableau. Full Menu >Tests>Displays.
b-16 in manual explains it in a little more detail. Looks to be some adjustments available.
Hope you get it sorted.
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Mike

Seriously? Crap.. if I discover I have them in my cab I’m going to be even more annoyed.

I am dying to know if you found them inside the cab?!?

I feel like both my screens aren’t at optimal contrast. Is there a way to tweak the Wonkavidion?

I’m 6’ and my viewing angle of the large LCD while standing and playing isn’t at the optimum level. The LCD looks better if I lower myself so as my eyes are directly in front of it. But I’d need to sit for that, and then I can’t see the upper skill shot or flipper.

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Willy Wonka Pinball Machine Review (Jersey Jack Pinball, 2019)

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great video .... have wonka le. great game!!!!

My feelings exactly boys!
Glad I snapped mine up from Zach before they stopped production on it.

I have yet to post my pinside ratings/review of wonka because I truly feel it is my favorite pinball of all time.

Need to give it several months before I make that bold statement.

Honeymoon and all...

I'm with you; I was not a fan of the theme in the least, but took a shot on a Wonka SE, I've had it for 6 months, and absolutely love it.

I did recently change difficulty to easy, and I like it even better now; so much to unravel in this game...It's a flow monster, my first Lawlor pin, and an absolute gem.

About the join the club with a CE, can’t wait to get it!! Played one and loved it, and now I’ve watched both versions of the movie. As an adult, they seem way darker than I remember!!

I heard a rumor there was an update coming soon?

Considering adjusting difficulty setting down one level easier. I've owned since July and have close to 700 games only one game did I get a second gold ticket.

Maybe that's normal for a average player. I'm at medium.

It's a tough game. We've been playing for 1.5 years and my wife got 3 tickets once, I've only gotten 2. ~8000 plays.

Still loving and still care enough to try.

Default settings, EBs for Replay and Special.

I went down to easy the other day. The game opens up a lot. Do it, enjoy the pin.

I got to the office mode for the first time, it’s a great pin

Wonka is a severely under-rated game.

It has the most plays of any game in our stable.

Totally, I was not a big fan of the theme and am absolutely blown away by this pin. The flow is just incredible, it is a top 3 pin for me all time.

Question for you guys, I have a smaller collection, I love Wonka so much that I am thinking of adding a Dialed In.

Are they too similar layout wise? Do you think there is enough difference with Wonka to be a good addition to a 3-4 pin setup?

It really is so underrated. I guess the theme is a bit divisive. But I'm genuinely puzzled by the lack of hype. Good thing is that you can still get any model basically without too much trouble or paying JJP POTC prices over the last 6 months or so.

Pinside did it's hate-brigade thing and dissed the game for "sounding like a slot machine" (it doesn't) and "not being a mode-based game" (it is.)

It's a great game.

I am also considering a DI for the same reason.

DI looks to be a heavy mode game, and enough of the playfield is different. I just worry because it’s a 4 flipper game, it’s been a long time since I played one. It was smooth as silk though.