In hindsight, I should have clearcoated the entire playfield, but that's ok - I'm happy to have learnt what I have - so far ! I'm really keen on playing a game when it is finished, but to be honest, the artwork and the condition of the playfield is something to just "look at". There's something about 60's Ballys that intrigues me.
Thanks for the comments guys - this restore has dragged on a bit !
I'm surprised you would be thinking of clearcoating a 60's EM ..
Not a traditional "clearcoat" that we find on DMD machines. EMs and SS games had a varnish which is far less gloss (and product) than an automotive clear. I would never clear an EM or SS with an Automotive clear, but thanks to Gavin's trial and error with his EM clearcoating, there is an alternative that is consistent with the factory finish. I was able to blend in the clear with the original varnish on the Buccaneer.
