Hi guys,
Great thoughts so far, keep the tips coming.
As for the background if and when I sold it - I would definitely include the build details along with some photos to show the work - I don't agree with hiding that sort of major thing and I'm not doing it for the resale though I don't believe it would have the same value as a original restore. It's more for a challenge and achievement.
When you see a restored Kiss getting $5K or more I think it is a feasible project to rebirth a pinball and once finished something to be proud of considering I got the Harlem for $1K and the cabinet is solid.
I will keep thinking for the moment and if I go ahead I will start a new story showing the joys and challenges of the project.