Oh dear, I may have to figure out how I can secure that machine I have my name on then before inflation strikes....or am I too late.  

Good point about Clay's guides.  The guy that came to repair my first machine had a full print out of the 'Pinball Bible'. 

I think there was a time when techs kept info to themselves whereas now with the internet and forums, most are happy to share tips and tricks and impart their knowledge onto anyone interested.  This is going to be the saviour of the hobby in many ways I think.  There are still regular comments about the quality of our forum/s and the willingness to help each other out.

You have created your own monster as well Nino with guys asking for quality machines.  Your name stuck in my head many moons ago when I saw the quality of your work on Jacks Open.  Now guys can see what can be achieved and want nice machines which in turn means there is a demand for parts and so the cycle continues.......it's all good.

You are right. I was a pin tech for many years but now make a quid doing electronic design and sourcing/importing. As I no longer repair amusements for a living I no longer have any reason for 'keeping secrets' like I may have done before. There are many more like me as well.