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Aussie Pinball Forums => Member Services => Sales and Services => Australian Pinball Restorations => Topic started by: Strangeways on February 26, 2014, 11:25:15 PM
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After a long and extensive search outside my front yard, I have finally found a NEW factory where we will base our operations. Although it is somewhat a sad day, as I can no longer be labelled a "backyarder" !!!
The factory is 2 minutes from my home, in Thomastown. I will be moving there over the next 2-3 months as a lot of machinery, tools and stock will be moved there from various locations. Initially, I will be setting up the layout of the building and moving my games there.
Here's a couple of pictures with the "SOLD" sticker recently placed on the front window, and the interior from the mezzanine level. The building is approx 475 sqm with a mezzanine and Office area. I'd like to thank nick (pinnies4me) who has been an awesome help with the conveyancing.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/Factory%2001.JPG)
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/Factory%2002.JPG)
I will be holding regular meets for collectors, hobbyists and AP members - With BBQs etc and the opportunity to play pinball and shoot the pinball breeze. stay tuned for more info..
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It's not big enough !*! !*! !*! !*! !*!
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AWESOME, finally, and to have like minded people to share the fun with.
Excellent news for the eastern States crew.
From little things but things grow.
All the best and good news.
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Great news, congratulations on the purchase Nino! $#$
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That is awesome mate, well done ^^^
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Best news I've heard all day. Congratulations mate, I can't wait to come and have a look :)
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Awesome, maybe a secretary to respond to clients/customers enquiries
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WOW! - It looks great Nino - all the best with it - trust me, I know EXACTLY how you feel.............
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Cool
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About time. ^^^seriously great news #*#
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Good luck with move to Brand Drive.
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Looks great mate, can't wait to see it full of games!!
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Congrats!
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Awesome News Nino,
bet you will be loving the extra space & getting your garage back ^^^
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Well done Nino.
Looking forward to the Grand Opening.
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Congratulations. Should look awesome full of games. Hope all goes well for you.
Dan
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Excellent news Nino . so thats the new storage shed covered. now you need another one to weave your magic in ^^^
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Great news Nino. Looks like a great place to setup your workshop and showroom. Can't wait for the grand opening... *%*
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Your not going to know what to do with all that space. Nice one Nino
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Excellent, looking forward to seeing ddstoys lugging some pinballs up to the mezzanium. ( side note my dumb surface auto changed ddstoys to destroys but mezz that I can't spell it leaves as is with a red underline ^.^ wtf )
Anyway look forward to the opening and hope to get an invite
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Congratulations Nino,
Great area to own a factory, I actually know the builders as well great quality!
Best of Luck with everything! ^^^
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I will be ther for the opening and free feed,lol $#$
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Awesome news all the best Nino
Peter
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Excellent, looking forward to seeing ddstoys lugging some pinballs up to the mezzanium. ( side note my dumb surface auto changed ddstoys to destroys but mezz that I can't spell it leaves as is with a red underline ^.^ wtf )
Anyway look forward to the opening and hope to get an invite
Don't worry Rob, I'm sure he'll manage the mezzanium just fine. The mezzanine on the other hand........ %.%
I shouldn't really point those sorts of things out if it wasn't for spell check I'd be stuffed.
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Awesome, nice and close to home. Congratulations Nino.
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Excellent, looking forward to seeing ddstoys lugging some pinballs up to the mezzanium. ( side note my dumb surface auto changed ddstoys to destroys but mezz that I can't spell it leaves as is with a red underline ^.^ wtf )
Anyway look forward to the opening and hope to get an invite
Don't worry Rob, I'm sure he'll manage the mezzanium just fine. The mezzanine on the other hand........ %.%
I shouldn't really point those sorts of things out if it wasn't for spell check I'd be stuffed.
thanks mate for not holding back.... at least my grammar is fine, before I went to uni I couldn't spell engineer and now I are one @.@
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Congrats looks nice and modern, love the bar on the mezzanine.
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outdo rob with a pizza oven,,i'll chef for you
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Looks great Niño, well done
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Congratulations Nino and good luck with the new establishment.
Stephen.
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WOW! - It looks great Nino - all the best with it - trust me, I know EXACTLY how you feel.............
Tired *%*
I have a long list of things for fit out - Racks, pallet lifter, fridge, BBQ ^^^, shelving, tables - Some stuff I'll make, some will come out of storage, signage, security..
Oh, and the machines !
But we both seem to be having a lot of fun *%*
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Good luck with move to Brand Drive.
Thanks Jamie. A friend of mine had a factory across the road and I used to catch up with him for lunch every now and again. Thankfully, that noodle shop closed down and now it is just a "take away".
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Excellent news Nino . so thats the new storage shed covered. now you need another one to weave your magic in ^^^
This building will be the storage building, small showroom, workshop and a paint booth.
Thanks for all the kind words. I will have more of an "open day" once I've settled in, but the door will always be open for members (and customers) to pop in for a visit !
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Good luck with move to Brand Drive.
Thanks Jamie. A friend of mine had a factory across the road and I used to catch up with him for lunch every now and again. Thankfully, that noodle shop closed down and now it is just a "take away".
:lol
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Awesome news mate, i also look forward to the opening night!
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Congratulations Nino.
You've been working towards this for a long time. Happy to see it come to fruition. ^^^
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FANTASTIC news Niño! I'm really happy for you mate...I know it's been a long time in the making.
Can't wait to get my GnR into your schedule once you're in!
Keep living the dream!
Rod
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Well done.
That attractive site will push things along nicely. Your restores are excellent so u will continue to grow.
Might be time to look at becoming a Stern Dealer and make some easy coin from showing off the brand new stuff to compliment the older eras everyone loves.
Never say never, cause there are a lot of Melb/VIC people who would buy a BNIB STERN from you rather than some others down south in VIC.
STERN Could be a nice n simple sideline to take on and make good coin from with little effort.
Good luck with the new business etc.
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Neat as a pin! Should go really well. From what I see on this forum, you have allready built a reputation on quality alone.
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I gotta agree with all the comments well done
Buying the building is the only way to go and It looks nice and modern #*# and your only 2 mins from home You are living the dream Howzat
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Congrats mate !
I see Gav has already been down......
(http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm24/wotto40/Factory2001_zps1fed5b2f.jpg) (http://s292.photobucket.com/user/wotto40/media/Factory2001_zps1fed5b2f.jpg.html)
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This could be cool ( expensive ) but eye catching.
(http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm24/wotto40/Factory2001_zpsfeec456a.jpg) (http://s292.photobucket.com/user/wotto40/media/Factory2001_zpsfeec456a.jpg.html)
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That is.... way cool.. ( and possible!) LOL
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You forgot to remove the "sold" signs. Someone may think that APR was sold. Nice signage otherwise.
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You forgot to remove the "sold" signs.
LOL that was too much effort for a quick mock up %.%
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Congrats Nino on taking your business to a whole new level. I'm sure you will do well!
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I love the signage. I'd suggest the Fathom playfield picture would cost a fortune, but it looks cool ! I think I might go with three pictures of pinball - An EM, SS and DMD.
My next door neighbor is a security camera system supplier ! Got that sorted out straight away ^^^
Stern dealer ? No. Definitely not ^&^
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Good luck with move to Brand Drive.
Thanks Jamie. A friend of mine had a factory across the road and I used to catch up with him for lunch every now and again. Thankfully, that noodle shop closed down and now it is just a "take away".
There are about 20 noodle shops down the road from me along with another 20 dumpling shops and - and - and - and %.%
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Well done Nino! Let us know if you're taking on any apprenticeships lol
And please, if you're holding some kind of a special opening thing... don't make it during either the grand prix or the weekend of the 28-30 March (when I'm away at the Texas Pinball Festival. Appreceate it ;)
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Congrats on the new premises
Stern dealer ? No. Definitely not ^&^
how about CPR Distributor then ?
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Nice one Wotto ()
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That's fantastic! Nothing better than getting a bigger place.
I can lend a hand moving if you need it.
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Stern dealer ? No. Definitely not ^&^
Good to hear!! ya don't want rubbish amongst the real pins :-)
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My next door neighbor is a security camera system supplier ! Got that sorted out straight away ^^^
Yep, that should be the absolute FIRST thing to get done, long before filling the place with valuables...and you can NEVER have too many cameras covering all aspects of your building.
my 2c...
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As mentioned earlier, the first thing I've done is engage my next door neighbor to quote on an alarm / monitoring system. A bollard will also be placed inside, directly behind the roller door. I'm not going to divulge info regarding the security system, but i can be there onsite from my house within 4 minutes during peak hour. There is also a massive wrought iron fence that auto closes at a certain hour and can only be opened via remote control. There's only one way in / out.
WORST case scenario is a ram raid and the thieves loading one machine before I get there. I can "look after" myself %%$
The location and existing security was the governing factor in selecting this building. Research on the building indicates it is very well constructed (as Jeff pointed out), and there will be a "blue chip" company building the factory which is located on the street.
I DO appreciate ALL the ideas and comments put forward. The kind words of encouragement are also greatly appreciated. Things will change in Melbourne regarding the (lack of) social pinball scene and interstate members will be more than welcome.
Certainly - if anyone is in the racking and pallet lifting industry - feel free to contact me, as I need quotes on storage etc !
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a big congrats Nino,living the dream ^^^
I love the concept Wotto - very cool
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Things will change in Melbourne regarding the (lack of) social pinball scene.
Great to hear, long overdue! Also happy to help with the move if you need.
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As mentioned earlier, the first thing I've done is engage my next door neighbor to quote on an alarm / monitoring system. A bollard will also be placed inside, directly behind the roller door. I'm not going to divulge info regarding the security system, but i can be there onsite from my house within 4 minutes during peak hour. There is also a massive wrought iron fence that auto closes at a certain hour and can only be opened via remote control. There's only one way in / out.
WORST case scenario is a ram raid and the thieves loading one machine before I get there. I can "look after" myself %%$
The location and existing security was the governing factor in selecting this building. Research on the building indicates it is very well constructed (as Jeff pointed out), and there will be a "blue chip" company building the factory which is located on the street.
I DO appreciate ALL the ideas and comments put forward. The kind words of encouragement are also greatly appreciated. Things will change in Melbourne regarding the (lack of) social pinball scene and interstate members will be more than welcome.
Certainly - if anyone is in the racking and pallet lifting industry - feel free to contact me, as I need quotes on storage etc !
tick, well done/said NINO.
I wish u were nearby Nino cause I could share the local pallet racking company that I engaged to supply me with enough storage/racking for 80 machines.
It cost me $2400 cash only brand new for the first set to store apx 50 machines. I could recommend exactly which product and what size of everything for pinball machines if u wanted to save a lot of homework. Bargain n much cheaper than I thought it would be. I reckon the guy up here has the cheapest pricing in Australia. I went wholesale from the importer located on the Gold Coast n reckon the pallet racking is the bees knees. Blue and orange in colour n fully powdercoated etc etc. The pallet racking I purchased was easy to build, and was designed to take almost 2 and a half times the weight of a pinball machine.
It took me apx 2 hrs to build enough for the first 40 machines etc. If u are interested I could send u sizes/costs n some photos.
The trick is not to buy stuff that is double the price cause each bay will hold 2 tonnes when u don't need such thick steel.
Anyway, happy to help, post some info if u need any help from someone who did the pallet racking to store a lot of machines.
I could always take a photo of the product n see if u can find the same stuff for the same price down your way. If anyone quotes u anymore than $2400 to store apx 50 machines, they are having a lend. I went two machines high. That way u don't have to buy a forklift or one of those electric Crown lifts if u don't want to. If u go three or 4 machines high, it is still pro rata the cost, so u can go higher, and it doesn't blow the budget if u do want to have a forklift or Crown lifter. Hope it helps. Let me know if u want some photos posted of what I have purchased n the exact weight n sizes, design etc. ^^^
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Cleaned up the thread a little.
For the discussion on Alarm Systems - please look here - http://aussiepinball.com/index.php?topic=12038.0 (http://aussiepinball.com/index.php?topic=12038.0)
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Put the board outside the door and paint it yellow
I believe it is better to stop them from ramming the door in the firstvplace
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I agree,also if you have a forklift park it sideways on the inside of the door . as well
as puting up this sign.
These premises
guarded by
shotgun
three days per week.
you guess
which three!
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Another deterrent sign:
" Guard Dog on premises, my dog can make it to the front gate in 2.5 seconds......can you? "
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Another deterrent sign:
" Guard Dog on premises, my dog can make it to the front gate in 2.5 seconds......can you? "
That should go to the alarm systems thread as it is alarming info for the burglar.
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The floorplan ideas are starting to progress, and there's some really good ideas about how to set the place up. The area under the mezzanine level is the kitchenette area where a table will be set up and then behind that area, along the walls will be a large "L" shaped workbench area that I will construct. Purely to repair boards or playfield swapovers. So this area will be in the area below ;
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/misc/hjk%20014.JPG)
Today I started to move just some of the games stored in my Garage, and here is around 1/4 of the games in the "High End" restoration queue that are waiting on playfields, backglasses and repaint. Ironically, the first pinball in the building is the Fathom.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/misc/shop%20003.JPG)
Looking from the showroom area / corridor and out into the front half of the factory, is the lonesome pinball "Strange Science". Now if ever I thought the building "could be too small", this pinball illustrates the size of the area. This wall will have 5M racks installed at a later date.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/misc/shop%20005.JPG)
The fitout will be very basic as the floorplan is incredibly well laid out, but we will maximize the lower level before heading upstairs.
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That looks fantastic Nino! The floors have been finished to a really high standard almost fully polished! It really puts into perspective the size of the floor space when you see those few pinball machines on the floor!
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Does the STRANGE SCIENCE have a dedicated corner??? #@# #@#
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Wow strange science really gives you a feel for the size UNREAL
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Does the STRANGE SCIENCE have a dedicated corner??? #@# #@#
This is another Strange Science mate. Yours is still in storage and won't be moved for a couple of weeks. Yes, you will have your own corner !
Found some NICE places for a Neon or two as well ^^^
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Now I feel special.. today is a good day
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The factory / warehouse looks amazing. Photos do not do it justice the place is HUGE !
The proposed layout is perfect for the space and once the internal fitout is complete it will be awesome.
Can't wait for the grand opening.... ^^^
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$#$ $#$Factory looks great. Well done Nino.
Look forward to seeing the Stern Dealer sign in the window. #@# JJP perhaps, or ??? anyone else in mind... $#$
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Nino, while you're still in a rough planning stage of "what goes where", when it comes to building your workbench(s)......Also consider the option to build mobile workbenchs (on castor wheels), you'll never struggle for workbench room and can move the "waiting for parts" machines into another aisle, then wheel them out when needed later on with no struggle.
Mobile benchs are far better then dragging cabinets and boxloads of boards on & off a fixed bench all the time...
You'll find your fixed bench might disappear altogether, or simply be reduced to a small 2 metre long bench for computer, rom burning, board reworks etc.
Food for thought.
MM
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$#$ $#$Factory looks great. Well done Nino.
Look forward to seeing the Stern Dealer sign in the window. #@# JJP perhaps, or ??? anyone else in mind... $#$
Stern - Definite "NO"
JJP - There was a remote possibility. I decided against it.
There are other distributorships in negotiation as we speak. There will be no hints *.*
Nino, while you're still in a rough planning stage of "what goes where", when it comes to building your workbench(s)......Also consider the option to build mobile workbenchs (on castor wheels), you'll never struggle for workbench room and can move the "waiting for parts" machines into another aisle, then wheel them out when needed later on with no struggle.
Mobile benchs are far better then dragging cabinets and boxloads of boards on & off a fixed bench all the time...
You'll find your fixed bench might disappear altogether, or simply be reduced to a small 2 metre long bench for computer, rom burning, board reworks etc.
Food for thought.
MM
Yes - Already looking for a large mobile tool chest / workbench combo. ^^^
Not a high end "Snap in tools", but similar. There will be long continuous benches with electricity and lighting with storage provision underneath. There is a section devoted to customer machines with dedicated benches with storage - like a "bay" for a particular game where I can remove playfields etc. There will be a paint booth and a dedicated Welding Station that adheres with the safety standards. The board repairs section will be fitted out with Hakko or similar stations. Not the 40W $20 bunnings soldering irons that used for car batteries ! My test rigs will be placed in their own sections.
From "Day 1" this will be planned and purpose built. I only want to do this once, and I want it to work straight away.
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Looking good, are there going to be sleeping quarters for those that my get under the weather at the meets &&
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The mobile units could be nothing more than an elaborate pinny-moving trolly, with provision on the sides to 'hook on' a tool-board as you work on that machine, then move the toolboard over to another trolley the next day to work on a diff machine, save having to have 20 sets of tools for the 20 trolleys for example. ;-)
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maybe a Heighway sign #@#, Spooky might looking for one as well.
Factory looks awesome - incredible with the one pin on it's own against a big wall - makes it look so big but will fill up no doubt but like the idea of the wall rack, great way to save on space
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Have u purchased pallet racking yet and a lifter ?
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Nino, will you be offering
Full Cabinet redecals on DMD machines (say Twilight Zone, Indianna Jones and all models where cabinet decals are available for purchase from the many suppliers around the world).
Will you be building a booth for paintwork on cabinets ?
Will u be doing clearcoating on playfields and removing all inserts etc etc ?
Maybe a list of what you will be doing in the first 12 months would be interesting for all members, in case I missed it.
Are u going to be by yourself or will you employ a helper at some stage ? (some one from here/our forum may have the skills)
Do u have a booking in process or a standard written agreement you send out, insurance on product when at APR etc like El-Timbo does. ?
Do u have a timeframe for how long each machine may take (aprox) so customers know how long the queue may be, before comparing/looking at other restoration companies ? or are u just specialising in the older older machines at this stage.
I am interested and I hope your answers help more members to dial your number to get you wizzing along.
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Quick update ;
I've had a locksmith out and he has covered the security for me.
Alarm is going in next week
Electrical fit out is next week
Partitioning will be commenced next week
The racking company will be sending someone out next week for a site visit
I'm looking at second hand Walkie Reach Stacker with a height of 4.5M
The layout of the building is decided, and to those that have heard my thoughts on this, it should be functional and easy to do.
Here is the first of eight benches. I'm using structural pine and the benchtop will be formwood (non structural). I love formwood - everything will be formwood ! Note the CRUDE tools I'm using. Tomorrow I'm picking up Dad's vertical saw, which was made in the 70's and is perfect for cutting timber precisely. The tables are 2.4M X 1.2M. They are massive !
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20012.JPG)
I didn't really have a "container day" for the last container, as most games were still packed ;
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20003.JPG)
So I unpacked the later model games to get a "feel" for the depth of space etc. I snuck in a few games as well. One of the "Lost In Space" games is reserved for Greg. Setting these up was part of the decision making process of the layout of the building.
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20009.JPG)
Again, a basic "layout" of the wall which will house the racks. Heaps of space. I'll finalize the configuration once the Racking company have advised.
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20008.JPG)
So far, with some help from Marco and MartyJ, we have been able to move around 1/3 of the total machines from the storage building today (thanks guys !). I can't move them all at the same time until the racks are in, and the walkie reach stacker is purchased. I can fit another two rows behind the games in the picture, but that back wall is where the racking is going.
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20007.JPG)
So far, it has been the hardest 2 weeks of my life - balancing the business, the move and the fit out. Still a long way to go, but I should be working in there by the end of next week !
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Looking good Niño Ll the hard work will be worth it
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Looks great Nino, looking forward to seeing it in the flesh some day.
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Very exciting. Should look the part when done. Hope to visit sometime soon as I'm quitting work and taking some time out to recharge.
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An idea for you Nino.
Put lockable quality steel/castors on your large work benchs you are making. Top quality commercial ones will set u back apx $50 to $80 a set/for 4.
A restorer with a commercial space like yours did/had it like that for 15 plus years and the ability to move the work-place/space anywhere on the ground floor made life easier/gave more choices. ^^^
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Looks great, loads of space
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Looks amazing mate, so much space!
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Looks great Nino, plenty of space there and how good does it look to see all of those games stacked up awaiting restoration. Excellent stuff!
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Looking great Nino. cant wait o see the end result when your finished. ill be sure to come and say g'day next time im in melbourne.
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And there is a Jaycar around the corner
Heaven
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FANTASTIC effort - this now cements your business firmly in the big league - well done.
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well done Nino! looks like an awesome space to do what you do best! $#$
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Looks great Nino, plenty of space there and how good does it look to see all of those games stacked up awaiting restoration. Excellent stuff!
Most are games I've brought in. The machines customers have sent me are under the mezzanine (Paragon, Evel Knievel, Fathoms, Embryons). The games stacked in rows are some of the reserved games and the rest are part of my inventory. So far, we have moved about 1/3 of all the games into the factory. Most are still in storage, some are in transit (interstate work) and some that will be arriving once the racking is up.
Looking great Nino. cant wait o see the end result when your finished. ill be sure to come and say g'day next time im in melbourne.
Door is always open !
And there is a Jaycar around the corner
Heaven
.. only for emergencies ! They are bloody pricey these days, but they always have good service.
FANTASTIC effort - this now cements your business firmly in the big league - well done.
Some BIG plans moving forward, Mike. I think it will take 2 months before I'm completely "up and running". There's so much to do (which would be on a much smaller scale that what you are doing - I've got no idea how you would even get to sleep !)
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Totally AWESOME setup you're going to have there Nino.. kind of setup i could only dream about having for myself #.# #.#
If ever i end up going to Melbourne for anything you'll be definitely on my 'places to visit' list *%* *%*
As for Jaycar being pricey, you're not wrong!! I also only go there for emergencies, if i need something in a hurry! There is a Jaycar dealer here in Port Macquarie who are really good, they must have just about everything in their catalogue in stock.. i dont think i have ever gone there and not been able to find what i needed.
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Just caught up with this thread now. WOW, WOW, WOW. This is totally awesome Nino. Wish Melbourne was a lot closer to Sydney!
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Thanks for all the kind words. Members are more than welcome to pop in and have a game etc..
On Monday, I picked up the Vertical Saw from Dad's old workshop. I have never used a late model saw that is of similar use, but I'm used to cutting timber with this saw, because it is like cutting butter with a hot knife. What takes 4 hours with a hand saw, takes minutes with this 70's beast !
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20028.JPG)
Here is one corner with three benches set up and ready to be fitted out with the electrical wiring. I can almost start work here once the fitout is done.
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20029.JPG)
Special thanks to MartyJ who helped out with the construction ^^^
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Getting straight into it great to see
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Ill be down soon.. think I might come for more than a weekend though. Would love to lend a hand and meet up with Melb guys
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do u have 24 hour smoke detectors linked to the fire brigade or smokeys connected to the alarm.
just thinking cause u will have ALOT of flammable wood in the place with a lot of electrical machinery of a night.
might be a good idea to have a isolation switch to turn everything off of a night-time/weekend when u are not there, except alarm and 24 hour exit signs and the stuff that HAS to stay on.
just thought it was a good idea. maybe glass break sensors inside near your windows as well. hope u can get everything insured. I tried once up here for all my machines and the insurance companies just were not interested in anything coin-op or as they replied, just old pinball machines made of wood, they were less than excited when I said fifty machines worth well over 150 grand, no one wanted to insure the stuff. see how you go down your way Nino, u might have better luck with your business insurance.
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Now I know where to go when I need some timber cut!
Place is looking great mate!
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Thanks for taking the time to share all this with us Nino . You've sure come a long way with your business in a short time .
Looks like you will have plenty of room for a long time to come
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Coming along nicely Nino. Glad the benches are being put to use!
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This week has been absolutely bedlam.
The builder came in and completed the frames and plastering for the showroom and workshop area. Some really amazing work has been done. The electrical rough in has been done with over 20 double GPO's installed on separate circuits, a dedicated15 Amp circuit for the TIG Welder and cabling for alarm and surveillance equipment. Everything has been designed as a purpose built pinball business. This is only the downstairs section.
Frame that separates the square area of the showroom (6 - 8 games) and the hallway going to the rear section where the workshop area is (10-12 games).
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20035.JPG)
The same area from the storage section looking in
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20039.JPG)
The workshop area to the right
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20040.JPG)
Plaster hung !
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20042.JPG)
This is a weeks worth of hard work, and most of the stuff in my head has been made possible by a very honest and hard working builder.
Around half the games have been moved into the storage area. Another 80-90 to go !
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Its looking great Nino, when you eventuallt get some sare time. :lol youll have to put your air brushing skills to work and decorate that plaster wall with some playfields.
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Secret room maybe for future generrations?
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Looking good mate I can only dream of a setup like that
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wow looking good, you''ll be burning the midnight oil now...it really looks great , you must be pleased @@* @@* @@*
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Secret room maybe for future generrations?
Yes - there is a little spot under the stairwell %$%
Moved more than half the EMs today. It is the first time I'd seen 20 of them since they landed on 2010 !
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The rooms have been completed, so the layout is a little more functional for me. The walls still need to be stopped and painted. The Electricians are currently wiring 20 X 10 Amp dual GPOs and asingle 15 Amp GPO for the TIG Welder. The bench will be purchased later on. The electrical wiring has sections on separate circuits, with safety switches. The will be another switch near the fuse box that will enable the showroom, and the workshop and the repair bays in the storage area. That means I simply turn one switch on/off for all games. The switch box will be upgraded tomorrow. Provisions for the security system are done as well.
Below is a picture of the entrance showroom. Obviously not finished, but it is a decent 4.2 M X 4.8 M area for 6 "High End" machines.
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20046.JPG)
Below is the are straight ahead from the initial showroom area. It consists of a long wall where I can fit 8-12 games setup and ready to play. They will be on a 45 degree angle.
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20047.JPG)
Same area, closer to the entrance to the workshop area ;
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20053.JPG)
This is the workshop. It is around 6 M x 6 M. Benches were made by MartyJ and myself
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20051.JPG)
The below picture is from the upper (Mezzanine) area. Yet to be fitted out, but most of the games on the floor in the picture will be relocated to this 120sqm area. I can't do this until I've purchased a stacker to raise the games on to the 3.3 M height. Just of kicks, those are 80% of the games from the storage building and customer machines. There's around 150 games on the lower floor (some obscured along the nearside wall). But the picture of the games looks pretty cool ()
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20052.JPG)
It is taking a long time, but it is coming together !
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WOW,fann-ukin-tabulous.i am extremely jelous.but i do not have you vision and vitality.you will do well,and you deserve to. ^^^ $#$ $#$
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Sensational, just Sensational! @@*
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Secret room maybe for future generrations?
Yes - there is a little spot under the stairwell %$%
Moved more than half the EMs today. It is the first time I'd seen 20 of them since they landed on 2010 !
Great, I won't tell anyone. Your new setup is going on my ‘must see’ list for Melbourne if ever I am down your way. You have the right ingredience for a side venture there for bottling pinball fragrance. Maybe they can come in manufacturer variance for EM, SS and DMD eras. If you do, I will buy a bottle of Bally SS.
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Wow that is awesome mate, well done ^^^
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Dear god you have some work lined up for years to come mate !
As others have said - congrats on this huge undertaking - while most of us slave away at jobs I reckon most of us dont truly enjoy and making others wealthy YOU can enjoy this !
Enjoy every moment ^^^
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Dear god you have some work lined up for years to come mate !
As others have said - congrats on this huge undertaking - while most of us slave away at jobs I reckon most of us dont truly enjoy and making others wealthy YOU can enjoy this !
Enjoy every moment ^^^
Considering I spent 24 years making bosses wealthy, there was a time when I had to throw everything into this venture. So I did ! I still pinch myself with my 4 minute drive to work. Remember when you had your first job and you looked at the clock and it was 5:00 PM and you were disappointed as you had to go home ? That's EXACTLY how I feel at the moment.
There is a lot of work ahead of me, but I'm already one of the most popular guys in the complex as EVERYONE is around my age and they had no idea pinballs were available.. Just mind boggling to me.
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Youll have to take the machines off free play and hire a barista for lunch breaks by the sounds of it.[sup. *)*
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By the way Nino, didI spot a DEALERS CHOICE against the wall with the tape over the back glass #@# I think ill have to talk to you about that one. Im cursing I never got mine going and has a special spot in my heart as it was my first pin ^^^
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By the way Nino, didI spot a DEALERS CHOICE against the wall with the tape over the back glass #@# I think ill have to talk to you about that one. Im cursing I never got mine going and has a special spot in my heart as it was my first pin ^^^
That's a customer's game I'm reconditioning. It was delivered like that in the back of the owner's ute. He taped the backglass so it would not get damaged during transit.
I'm looking for a backglass for this game as it is really poor.
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Well your customer should be very pleased when its finished Nino. I think they are a great looking machine.
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We are now up to the stage of painting the walls and sealing the floors. We decided to do this ourselves. Once the painting is done, the builder will return to hang the doors. The last two weeks has been very difficult balancing a business and the fit out. We are almost there !
First and second coat of the floor sealer. It has a grey tint to it that looks much better than the original polished concrete. It will alos make the showroom area more presentable and professional.
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20058.JPG)
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20059.JPG)
Final third coat and it looks great - for now !
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20060.JPG)
Showroom area from the workshop ;
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20065.JPG)
Starting the undercoat..
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20069.JPG)
Two topcoats for the showroom area and the workshop needs to be done as well. ^&^
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You should enter the block, you're well trained up for that show now.
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Maaaate, really starting to come together now isn't it.
That pic of the machines on the lower floor makes me drool. Sensational.
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Fantastic!!!! Well done and what a great lineup of machines that will be saved eventually.
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Nice seeing the progress, its looking great.
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You should enter the block, you're well trained up for that show now.
I was VERY fortunate that MartyJ knows a very good builder. That has been an immense help. At the end of the street is a business that specializes in floor coverings and they have a cheaper version of their own paint that goes on just as well as the expensive stuff. Keeping the costs down has been a priority, and at the last minute I decided to do the the workshop area as well, which will be finished today.
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Is coming along very nice. Everything is purpose built for your work and machines.
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are your work benchs on swivel lockable legs ?
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Fantastic!!!! Well done and what a great lineup of machines that will be saved eventually.
"Eventually" being the operative word Mike ! Most of the games on the lower level will end up on the Mezzanine level as the beams are over engineered and the load bearing can handle 100 pins no problems. I'm currently waiting on delivery of the Walkie Reach Stacker (I don't like forklifts), and then most go upstairs and will be restored as time permits. The racks will be installed over the next two weeks. I need to get the workshop back in order first, and at some stage, actually work on a game this month !
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are your work benchs on swivel lockable legs ?
Everything is purpose built. The benches are all 2.2M X 1.2M and will be fixed to the walls. Some benches will have custom trays with the legs sets arranged by manufacturer. Some benches will have allocated tubs for games being restored. The depth of the benches is the size of a playfield. There will be custom drawers with sliding playfield rotisseries. One bench will be a metal design for TIG welding, and it has its own 15AMP GPO and earth point already fitted.
ALL the "fit out" is basically "custom built". There's nothing out there that I can use, so I will make it myself - with help from others !
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The floors are done and now the painting of the workshop area is finished. One more coat for the showroom / hallway / entrance area as it needs to be perfect. FINALLY I can work on machines again after 2 weeks of stuffing around with painting, sealing etc etc..
Workshop area ;
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20071.JPG)
Bench tops are now fixed and permanent. A "drawer" system for playfields will be made at a later date. I have a design in mind, but not the time right now !
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20077.JPG)
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20078.JPG)
Looking from the front door down the hall to the Workshop area. Two doors will be hung at a later date. One will be fixed and only used for large machines etc.
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20074.JPG)
This is the front entrance showroom, which extends down the hallway to the workshop. This smaller are will have 6-8 games, and the hallway can have 12 lined up. It will take a few years before the area will be fully populated with completed games !
(http://australianpinballrestorations.com.au/pictures/misc/factory/Factory%20075.JPG)
The upstairs mezzanine level will hold most of the games on the floor at the moment once my stacker arrives ! That area is 120sqm - so plenty of room !
So from today, I'm back on the pinballs !
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WOW! :D All for one person. Not thinking of expanding the work force? %$%
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Congratulations Nino. The place looks as professional and as clean as your excellent restorations.
I think in a few months time you should put your name up on the PinballNews profiles page.
This is a big deal for pinball in Australia and your story and the commitment you have gone to is as good as anyones efforts anywhere.
Place looks amazing and looks set up very well indeed.
**Just a idea, what about all different translites around the walls for decorations ? u probably already had playfields, backglasses and translites in mind anyway.
Looking forward to seeing the place in a few months time. Awesome.
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Congratulations Nino. The place looks as professional and as clean as your excellent restorations.
I think in a few months time you should put your name up on the PinballNews profiles page.
This is a big deal for pinball in Australia and your story and the commitment you have gone to is as good as anyones efforts anywhere.
Place looks amazing and looks set up very well indeed.
Brett is 100% correct - you really should promote the place as far and wide as possible...
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Looks awesome mate ^^^
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That looks awesome Nino!
Glad to hear you are back doing what you love.
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Great work, looks beautiful.
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Congratulations Nino. The place looks as professional and as clean as your excellent restorations.
I think in a few months time you should put your name up on the PinballNews profiles page.
This is a big deal for pinball in Australia and your story and the commitment you have gone to is as good as anyones efforts anywhere.
Place looks amazing and looks set up very well indeed.
Brett is 100% correct - you really should promote the place as far and wide as possible...
I guess it would be a good idea to promote so that the pinball public are aware of what is available. The downside is that I'm A LONG WAY behind on my restoration queue ( High End stuff until 2016 ), and more work will put me under more pressure. I have had many people ask if I will take on another employee, but I can't even organize my own time at the moment. I have a Container coming, and I just found another stash of SS games that I might buy as well. On top of this, I have 3 distributorships that I'm speaking to (one is locked in and will be announced later this week) and I still have a lot to do with thee upstairs level !
But yes, I will contact PinballNews once I'm completely settled.
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Mate I have not been on here for some time and I must say WOW, looks great coming along nicely ^^^
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Just want to send a quick thankyou out to Nino who was nice enough to let me use his rivet press today.
Thanks very much Nino, it was great to get that job done.
Thanks also for taking time out of your work day to show me around. The whole set up is very impressive, especially the wide variety of interesting titles you have stacked and set up in there.
Regards, SV.
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Just want to send a quick thankyou out to Nino who was nice enough to let me use his rivet press today.
Thanks very much Nino, it was great to get that job done.
Thanks also for taking time out of your work day to show me around. The whole set up is very impressive, especially the wide variety of interesting titles you have stacked and set up in there.
Regards, SV.
No problems at all - my pleasure !