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Aussie Pinball Forums => Restorations => Topic started by: Strangeways on January 07, 2014, 11:50:32 AM
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TMNT - Background
The game was from a recent import and as per most of my games, it was hand picked, so it was already in cosmetically good condition. The reconditioned machine is for a Customer who collects Video games and is also a fan of the TMNT.
Objective
To recondition the machine, rather than a High end Restoration.
Condition Report
Cabinet - 9/10 - The best TMNT cabinet I've ever come across. Very nice colours and not much scuff marks or damage. Very pleased with it.
Playfield - 7/10 - Obviously factory mylar, but in some uncovered areas, there is wear to wood. Most plastics are broken.
Electronics - 9/10 - Excellent. The only visible issue is some corrosion around the battery area.
Backglass - 10/10 - Perfect - in fact, it is NOS.
Before pictures
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20001.JPG)
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20003.JPG)
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20005.JPG)
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20006.JPG)
Playfield is exceptional in the visible areas.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20008.JPG)
Below is an example of the wear areas. This will be attended to in visible areas.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20038.JPG)
The posts are fluro GREEN. Not standard Green. I had to order them from Pinballlife as no one else stocks them !
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20054.JPG)
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20060.JPG)
Below is a picture of the stripped playfield. Everything is removed.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20123.JPG)
I see most "shopped" or "reconditioned" games don't have the Pop Bumpers checked. Below is an example of why this is a mandatory step in even the least amount of effort in "shopping" a pinball.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20149.JPG)
All the mechanisms are stripped cleaned and polished. At this point I replace anything that is broken or looks worn. While that is going on, I did the minor touch ups and placed mylar over some of the wear areas I touched up and then I finally polish and wax the playfield. The tumbled metal posts and new green fluro posts are installed.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20181.JPG)
The spot targets are cleaned and new felt installed behind the Spot Target.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20182.JPG)
Obviously the cabinet is completely stripped and cleaned !
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cleaned up nice, I would like to get this in the future for the kids.
Did you find any of those pop bumper brackets?
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One machine that has long been on my wishlist, purely for the theme alone. Very hard to find a half decent one and yours looks pretty good from the start Nino.
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What does the power connector look like on the top right of the power board? mine was badly burnt at this connector.
This is for the GI and is taken off for the display 12V, it may need replacing mine did, I also replaced all the backbox GI with leds to reduce the load.
The centre ramp also cops a hammering
Great game
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Can't wait to see the end result of this one. A simple but very addictive game. ^^^
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never played one, but looks like a lot of fun.
Nice clean up ^^^
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Great job as usual
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Looking nice!
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The posts are fluro GREEN. Not standard Green. I had to order them from Pinballlife as no one else stocks them !
Mark C has them: http://www.pinball.co/Products/23944-550-5034-11.aspx
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cleaned up nice, I would like to get this in the future for the kids.
Did you find any of those pop bumper brackets?
http://www.rtbb.com.au/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=28_173&products_id=1521 (http://www.rtbb.com.au/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=28_173&products_id=1521)
They are blue, but the lower pop bumper is not seen !
What does the power connector look like on the top right of the power board? mine was badly burnt at this connector.
This is for the GI and is taken off for the display 12V, it may need replacing mine did, I also replaced all the backbox GI with leds to reduce the load.
The centre ramp also cops a hammering
Great game
It was replaced on the power supply, but the housing was the IDC original connector with some creative wiring. I ended up replacing the housing and pins. The male / female GI input from the transformer was fine.
The posts are fluro GREEN. Not standard Green. I had to order them from Pinballlife as no one else stocks them !
Mark C has them: http://www.pinball.co/Products/23944-550-5034-11.aspx
I bought new ones from Pinballlife as www.rtbb.com.au didn't carry them and I needed "classic stern" flipper rebuild kit. Great price AND they partially refund shipping !
http://www.pinballlife.com/index.php?p=product&id=2865 (http://www.pinballlife.com/index.php?p=product&id=2865)
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Great process shots! I like the design of this machine... classic cartoon turtles, a long way away from the travesty that was the latest CGI TMNT!!
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The ramp looked to be in good shape, but it needed repairs and re enforcement in some areas. What I used is simply some of the bluesteel used on ramps trimmed to size and the edges filed. I used a strong adhesive and clamped overnight. There already were factory protectors at the entrance and the ball entry area, so I simply copied the original idea.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20188.JPG)
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20189.JPG)
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20190.JPG)
The "Skill Shot" decal was removed and then I used mylar to attach it to the bottom of the ramp, where the ball could not longer wear it out.
Finished Ramp
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20193.JPG)
One of the metal guides was broken. Luckily www.rtbb.com.au (http://www.rtbb.com.au) stock them so I simply used the rivet press for a 5 minute repair.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20203.JPG)
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20206.JPG)
All the mechs are rebuilt. I use FULL Data East flipper kits for my reconditioning work.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20199.JPG)
Some touch up work is done near the slingshot area and the ball drop areas near the inlanes.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20198.JPG)
The plastics were really poor on this game, and I asked Daniel if he had any in his stash, and he pointed me to Nick, who had a full set that were in excellent condition ! Thanks Guys !
The top section is coming together nicely with the better plastics. Pop Bumper assemblies are rebuilt with new parts and look heaps better !
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20194.JPG)
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Looking great, love these restore threads ^^^
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I'm surprised somebody hasn't made pop bumper caps in the shape of a turtle shell... that would add a little something.
Simon.
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My TMNT game has factory turtles standing/laying/resting ontop of each of the pop bumper caps. You can take them on and off if u want.
Also, don't forget to buy the brand new spinning pizza disc sticker. Its very thick n durable n makes the machine look new again.
I put Leds thru mine and it looks great (playfield only).
Lookin good Nino.
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Nino, could you scan the plastic which is triangle shaped which sits infront of the red pop bumper cap and it says bitchin with a few round stand up white targets in front of it. Recently, a friend played mine and a fly ball broke the plastic.
If somehow u could scan it at actual size n send me the file, I would be most thankful.
regards, Brett
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Nino, could you scan the plastic which is triangle shaped which sits infront of the red pop bumper cap and it says bitchin with a few round stand up white targets in front of it. Recently, a friend played mine and a fly ball broke the plastic.
If somehow u could scan it at actual size n send me the file, I would be most thankful.
regards, Brett
Unfortunately I cannot assist as the machine was picked up over a week ago.
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I just want to thank Nick (Pinnies4me) for providing me with replacement plastics. All of them were chipped, broken or the paint lifted badly while washing them. These were "new" compared to mine !
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20196.JPG)
When completely dis assembling games down to the last bolt, I always find parts that are not seen and are broken. These can effect gameplay and are usually "easy" repairs, but you need to look out for them. The VUK assemblies on every DE machine I've restored or reconditioned have the same problem. The tip is broken, which sends the ball off in different directions on its way up. The only way to be sure is to remove the assembly ;
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20158.JPG)
Dis assembled completely ;
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20201.JPG)
The new parts ;
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20212.JPG)
Fitted and ready to re assemble back into the game !
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20214.JPG)
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20215.JPG)
The boards have all been refurbished. There was some corrosion around the battery holder, so I replaced the parts in that area and moved the battery pack off the CPU board.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20242.JPG)
Everything under the playfield is rebuilt. Note I changed the broken pop bumper bracket.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20244.JPG)
Complete original flipper kits. Not the old parts cleaned and tumbled !@) to make them look new ! These are FULL kits.
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20246.JPG)
Almost there !
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Great job as usual Nino, looks really nice.
Thanks for the detailed photos on the VUK. Recently got the kit from Greg for my TFTC, which is the last thing I have to do on my restore.
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Glad those plastics found a good home! ^^^ Game looks great, bet the new owner will be loving it.
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Nino, could you scan the plastic which is triangle shaped which sits infront of the red pop bumper cap and it says bitchin with a few round stand up white targets in front of it. Recently, a friend played mine and a fly ball broke the plastic.
If somehow u could scan it at actual size n send me the file, I would be most thankful.
regards, Brett
Unfortunately I cannot assist as the machine was picked up over a week ago.
Nino, thanks for trying anyway. Hey, the machine looked great after your work. Another top job done Nino.
Its a very fun n addictive game TMNT. Clocking the machine and getting to Turbo Ginza is real fun. I reckon this machine was one of the best thought out machines of anything over the last 30 years. The pop up sewer where the ball comes thru that gate is apparentlky the first machine to use a trap door to bring a ball to the playfield via underneath somewhere for Data East. Save April and all the audio n dot matrix on this title makes it a really really fun game.
Finding a NOS backglass. That was absolutely amazing. Never thought they were available. Luckily mine is prefect but another great feature of this title is the back glass. Its not until u see one personally upfront do u realise what a beautiful and advanced artwork was used. The mirror work on the back glass is excellent n very unique. April has huge boobs as well which must have got teenagers in 1991 to put a lot of coins into the machine.
Another excellent resto by APR.
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Everything under the playfield is rebuilt. Note I changed the broken pop bumper bracket.
Hey mate, just crossed my mind that I put that shooter link in the box too - but it was wrapped in plastic - hope you didn't chuck it out!!
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Everything under the playfield is rebuilt. Note I changed the broken pop bumper bracket.
Hey mate, just crossed my mind that I put that shooter link in the box too - but it was wrapped in plastic - hope you didn't chuck it out!!
I used the one you sent me as the original was worn. Thanks for that mate !
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Nino, could you scan the plastic which is triangle shaped which sits infront of the red pop bumper cap and it says bitchin with a few round stand up white targets in front of it. Recently, a friend played mine and a fly ball broke the plastic.
If somehow u could scan it at actual size n send me the file, I would be most thankful.
regards, Brett
Did you add a flat steel protector at the front of this plastic Nino?
I think it is a very common problem with this machine, when I had mine that plastic was also missing.
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did u do the new pizza decal. ? I am assuming yes ofcourse.
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I thought I'd post some pictures of the completed game. The pizza decal was left as original as it still worked and the new owner was happy to leave it that way. There is a metal protector in front of the centre spot targets. Overall, the game plays 100% and FAST. It is currently situated in a collection of Video games and video pinballs (alongside a SF2) - but that could change in the future !
Completed pictures ;
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20249.JPG)
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20251.JPG)
The cabinet was in excellent condition
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20253.JPG)
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20259.JPG)
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20262.JPG)
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20265.JPG)
Completed Reconditioned machine
(http://www.aussiepinball.com/strangeways/restores/TMNT1/TMNT%20248.JPG)
^^^
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That is absolutely gorgeoues. Well done Nino. The new owner should be ecstatic with the finished result. ^^^
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It's come up beautifully Nino, I'm sure the new owner will be very pleased. That's for posting, I always look forward to seeing how your restorations come together. ^^^
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It really looks the goods with the new "stick and peel" pizza decal. Without the very gritty original pizza decal, the balls just don't stick and fly off as fast when the magnet catches them. The new pizza decal not only looks good, but makes the game play better. They are like $12 and make the game look new, not old.
First thing I would do. Cabinet on that machine looks good. well done on the resto.
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Wish I had one
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Any finished pics of this game before it went out Nino ?
I wonder would people buy a 2016 TMNTurtlrs game today if Stern did a Pro and two LE models ?
The 2014 and 2015 plus soon 2016 current cartoon series for both kids & Adults is absolutely world class & each disk goes for 1.45 hrs each for only 9.99 or 14.99 depending on place of purchase.
Enter the Turtles
Enter the Shredder
Attack of the Kraang
Mutant Ultimate Showdown
All season 1.
Then Season 2 is 1 to 4
Season 3 is 1 to 4
Season 4 starting this next few weeks
All in HD and story lines are new and captivationg.
If u like the pin and TMNTurtles you and your family will like the new Nickelodean Series.
The turtles play their own pinball machine in the lair and pinball is featured every cartoon .
Go for it !
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Previous page has the finished pictures. Very happy with the game and the owner called me last month as was VERY happy with it !
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Great to hear !