The Process
Every game receives the exact same elite level of attention, regardless of its title, popularity, or market value.
Teardown & Prep
Evaluation
The game is checked from top to bottom. I note visible wear, mechanical problems, and amateur wiring hacks to establish a full project blueprint.
Total Teardown
The machine is completely stripped. Every part comes off the playfield (top and bottom) and the cabinet (inside and out)—down to the individual T-nuts. Parts are categorized on a rolling rack.
Re-manufacturing & Finish
Tumbler Polishing
All raw metal parts spend 3 to 4 days straight in specialized tumblers to achieve a mirror finish.
Mechanical Tuning
Assemblies are rebuilt from scratch with fresh components to guarantee factory-fresh, reliable performance.
Electronics & Harnesses
Wiring harnesses, coils, and boards are completely cleaned, historical wiring hacks are permanently corrected, and all standard lamps and flashers are replaced.
Plastics & Guides
Ramps and plastics are washed and flame-polished to clear out scratches. Stainless steel ball guides are cleaned, re-grained, and polished.
Playfield Art Restorations
Playfields are sanded bare on the back. The topside artwork is meticulously repaired using precise airbrushing and locked under a flat, glass-like automotive clearcoat to permanently eliminate future wear.
Brand-New Components
Restorations frequently incorporate brand-new reproduction playfields, new plastics, fresh ramps, and mirrored backglasses whenever they are available.
Brand-New Cabinet Shells
To eliminate old, warped wood issues, I replace compromised cabinets with brand-new, precision-manufactured cabinet shells.
Automotive Finishes
No cheap hardware-store aerosol rattle cans are used. Cabinets are sprayed exclusively with premium professional automotive primers, basecoats, and clearcoats.
Cabinet Upgrades
I offer one-of-a-kind, made-to-order upgrades, including furniture-grade stained wood shells (Walnut, Cherry, Hickory, Birch, or Maple) and custom-painted or multi-color stenciled art themes.
Assembly & Delivery
Precision Rebuild
Restored parts are reinstalled neatly. Wiring harnesses are run incredibly tight and clean. I take just as much pride in the invisible cosmetics of the underside as the top of the playfield.
Factory Burn-In
Completed games undergo extensive play-testing and a rigorous factory burn-in process until they play 100% flawlessly.
Receiver-Friendly Packing
Completed games are heavily blanketed, shrink-wrapped, strapped to a heavy-duty pallet, and enclosed in a thick, premium cardboard outer shell. You can effortlessly unpack it with standard household tools.
One Standard. Every Machine.
From the smallest hidden component to the final finish, every detail receives the same uncompromising level of attention.
Completion, Storage & Abandonment Policy
Because I operate a single-artisan studio with limited floor space, keeping a smooth workflow is essential to getting the next game onto the bench. Once your machine is completed, play-tested, and certified, I will notify you with your final invoice and photos of the completed build.
- Payment Completion (7 Days): Final balances must be fully settled within 7 days of project completion notification.
- Shipping & Pickup Timeline (14 Days): Shipping or pickup arrangements must be finalized and the machine removed from the studio within 14 days of completion notice.
- Storage Fees & Liability: Completed games remaining at the studio past the 14-day window will incur a storage charge of $50 per week. Please note that my studio is set up to store active projects, not completed games; therefore, any completed machine left past the 14-day deadline is stored strictly at your own risk.
- Abandoned Property (3 Months): Any completed game left at the studio for longer than 3 months without prior written agreement will be considered legally abandoned and surrendered.
I take immense pride in keeping a clean, uncrowded shop so I can focus entirely on the game active on my bench. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping projects moving smoothly!
Still Have a Question?
Every restoration is different. If you have questions about your specific machine or project, get in touch and tell me what you have in mind.