TAG - Thunderbirds Pinball - parts update thread

[dealers choice]

Yes, because the shaker is part of the Homepin pinball project - this is a far larger undertaking than a single machine (Thunderbirds) and the shaker assembly will be a staple of ALL machines we release.

any clues on future machines Mike ?

[Homepin]

Yes, because the shaker is part of the Homepin pinball project - this is a far larger undertaking than a single machine (Thunderbirds) and the shaker assembly will be a staple of ALL machines we release.

any clues on future machines Mike ?

Some licenced - some not and also (at the moment) 2 and maybe 3 that Homepin will manufacture for other companies.

[Pop Bumper Pete]

Yes, because the shaker is part of the Homepin pinball project - this is a far larger undertaking than a single machine (Thunderbirds) and the shaker assembly will be a staple of ALL machines we release.

any clues on future machines Mike ?

Some licenced - some not and also (at the moment) 2 and maybe 3 that Homepin will manufacture for other companies.

Take that G Stern :p

[coon82]

That's cool! Kicking goals big time.

Are you taking suggestions?
How about dr who?

[GORGAR 1]

I'm looking forward to seeing Mikes first game :-) then once that's out I'll be looking forward to the next title :).

[Strangeways]

Yes, because the shaker is part of the Homepin pinball project - this is a far larger undertaking than a single machine (Thunderbirds) and the shaker assembly will be a staple of ALL machines we release.

any clues on future machines Mike ?

Some licenced - some not and also (at the moment) 2 and maybe 3 that Homepin will manufacture for other companies.

That's huge news. Once the word gets out there that TAG is a high quality machine, I'm sure that smaller companies will look toward having Homepin manufacture their game. Not only would it be cost effective, but it means designers can have more "gadgets" on their designs. If they need a VUK, they don't need to design from scratch - just use the patented Homepin assemblies.

[studley67]

homepin could give stern a huge run for the $$$,+1 mike,keep up the good work.we aussies are all behind you

[studley67]

Yes, because the shaker is part of the Homepin pinball project - this is a far larger undertaking than a single machine (Thunderbirds) and the shaker assembly will be a staple of ALL machines we release.

any clues on future machines Mike ?

Some licenced - some not and also (at the moment) 2 and maybe 3 that Homepin will manufacture for other companies.

i will put my money on scooby doo,thoughts please?

[ddstoys]

From what I've seen of mike (home pins) work nothing but quality
  Can't wait to see some of miles hard work roll off the production line

[studley67]

From what I've seen of mike (home pins) work nothing but quality
  Can't wait to see some of miles hard work roll off the production line

we are all patiently waiting,dan.but i cant put money up yet,in blind faith.pics may sway me

[studley67]

thunderbirds are go   

[studley67]

desperately trying to force your hand mike,in revealing something.but wtf i'm in %100.

[studley67]

its only money$$$$,enjoyment lasts much longer than $$$$

[Strangeways]

its only money$$$$,enjoyment lasts much longer than $$$$

So can we assume you have bitten the bullet and pre ordered, Damien ?

I seriously think you won't be disappointed. It will be worth the wait.

[Homepin]

The main reason for the lack of updates is the frustrating blocking by China of emails and websites/FTP etc and it makes it exceptionally time consuming for me to post pictures etc. Only about 30% of my emails make it and I have to spend hours checking and resending them - a real pain!

How is TAG progressing?.........

A) going to plan

Mostly

B) a bit behind schedule

on some parts

C) a bit ahead of schedule

on some parts

D) excited - this will be great

so far so good

E) wish I never started it

you can guarantee that - more from a logistical point. Nobody, and I mean NOBODY can understand the silly little things that crop up on a day to day basis.....sometimes the smallest things cause the biggest issues. Mostly staff, accomodation for staff, delivery of things (parts etc) and dumb, time consuming things like taking days to organise the smallest thing, difficult landlords etc

Here is a pic from a very early cabinet being cut as one of our first "mules" (remember all the following pics are MONTHS old):



The die that will stamp the brass tags for coils being "tweaked" (yes, the pics show copper strip but the final parts are made from tin plated brass) - the initial order is for 20K pieces of these and we are doing an initial run of 5000 standard 23-800 coils (the coil former and sleeves will be delivered this week):





As I have said many times previously I will not be releasing any game specific artwork nor any layouts or gameplay info at this stage.

Please remember I am building a long term pinball machine factory NOT just a single machine (TAG).