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Re: Data East "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" Reconditioning
« on: January 10, 2014, 03:42:25 PM »
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.











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





One of the metal guides was broken. Luckily www.rtbb.com.au stock them so I simply used the rivet press for a 5 minute repair.








All the mechs are rebuilt. I use FULL Data East flipper kits for my reconditioning work.





Some touch up work is done near the slingshot area and the ball drop areas near the inlanes.





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 !





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