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Genco Airport pinball machine
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Hi! Has any other member got one of these (Genco Airport pinball) machines? I'm looking to restore but have no idea on old electrics.
Has anyone any legs for sale for this model of machine (not with machine)?
Has anyone got the balls I would need (have them but all rusty).
Or anyone selling the rubber or know what the rubbers I need are called?
Any help appreciated. Willing to pay.
Also any information on origination of this machine, like was it based on a specific airport etc.?
Or any pictures from anyone with a minted one?
Thanks,
Kev.
Hi! Has any other member got one of these (Genco Airport pinball) machines? I'm looking to restore but have no idea on old electrics.
Has anyone any legs for sale for this model of machine (not with machine)?
Has anyone got the balls I would need (have them but all rusty).
Or anyone selling the rubber or know what the rubbers I need are called?
Any help appreciated. Willing to pay.
Also any information on origination of this machine, like was it based on a specific airport etc.?
Or any pictures from anyone with a minted one?
Thanks,
Kev.
Re: genco airport pinball machine
Hi Kev ....I have one that I am restoring. See some of my (slow) progress here [url]http://www.endofthepier.co.uk/airport.html[/url]
I'll PM you my e-mail address and we can compare notes. I actually managed to stabilize the flaky paint on the playfield over xmas and have nearly finished two new legs for it so I have dimensions etc if its any help....all the best, jim
My previous thread and some useful info is here ... (merged above - Site admin.)
I'll PM you my e-mail address and we can compare notes. I actually managed to stabilize the flaky paint on the playfield over xmas and have nearly finished two new legs for it so I have dimensions etc if its any help....all the best, jim
My previous thread and some useful info is here ... (merged above - Site admin.)
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Re: Genco pinballs
Hi jubileeriviera1. Can you place your 'Wanted' request in the Market please (separate registration required).jubileeriviera1 wrote:...Has anyone any legs for sale for this model of machine...
It is free to do so.
Currently our policy is no For Sale or Wanted notices in the Forum (see User Agreement).
Would you also please keep CAPS LOCK off when typing.

Thank you,
Site Admin.
You've probably already found the IPDB Genco Airport page.
Wooden pinball legs like those below regularly appear for at the Elephant House auctions, apparently from a large stock of them.
Re: Genco pinballs
Hi jubileeriviera1
welcome to the mad house
Can I ask what part of the country you are in?? might be able to help you with the electrics if you can get it to me...
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welcome to the mad house

Can I ask what part of the country you are in?? might be able to help you with the electrics if you can get it to me...

Re: Genco pinballs
Stuarts knowledge of Selenium Rectifiers is second to none!
Re: Genco pinballs
All I know about Selenium Rectifiers is that they stink like hell if you crack one.
We're really going to miss Stuart when he wins the lottery and starts collecting desert islands instead

We're really going to miss Stuart when he wins the lottery and starts collecting desert islands instead

Re: Genco pinballs
Stuart hello mate it's bob
Remember the 2 pinballs I need doing
Thanks
Jingle
Remember the 2 pinballs I need doing
Thanks
Jingle
Re: Genco pinballs
I'm about to start looking at the electrics on mine now that the playfield is stabilised.
Is it wise to start at the transformer? Its got some surface rust but looks sound. I was thinking about disconnecting it from the machine checking the voltages on the secondary side with a meter when I apply the mains power. What sort of tolerance is there with nominal voltages on transformers?
Is it wise to start at the transformer? Its got some surface rust but looks sound. I was thinking about disconnecting it from the machine checking the voltages on the secondary side with a meter when I apply the mains power. What sort of tolerance is there with nominal voltages on transformers?
Re: Genco pinballs
With no load, the output should be more or less what it says on the tin. If you're measuring the output from a rectifier (and associated components - capacitor(s), and maybe a choke) then there will be a slight voltage drop, and of course will be DC.What sort of tolerance is there with nominal voltages on transformers?
However, a more meaningful reading will be taken with a load. If you're not sure about leaving the transformer connected in situ, then disconnect and wire-up a temporary load - e.g. if it's a 12v transformer, wire a 12v bulb across it. If you notice a significant voltage drop, then you have a problem!
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@ JC Many thanks thats really helpful, I'll take it one component at a time, its not an area that I have a lot of knowledge in!
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