Frequently Asked Questions
Can you come fix my machine please?
⇒ I do not do call outs.
What will a service/restoration cost?
⇒ Full Strip down service on a modern solid state machine will be R6.5K.
EM's (Score Reel machines) will not be serviced.
Do you sell spares?
⇒ I support the machines I build with a complete inventory. The parts I sell are described on my parts page.
Do you know of anyone who sells spares?
⇒ In the United States there's Marco Specialties and The Pinball Resource. In South Africa, none that I know of.
Where are you?
⇒ Muckleneuk, Pretoria, South Africa. Click on the Google Maps icon in the footer.
Can I drop in?
⇒ Sure, just contact me to make an appointment please.
What do your machines cost?
⇒ Send me a whatsapp and I'll send you a brochure with a price list.
What's my machine worth ?
⇒ It depends on the condition and the game model. If its not working, made in Spain and has a worn playfield and cabinet its worthless. If its in pristine condition and its a Twilight Zone from Bally its worth a fortune.
Will you fetch/deliver my machine?
⇒ Driveway pickup and delivery on certain machines and preferred clients only. Contact me for detail.
I have a section on transport on my Repair page.
What does SS stand for ?
⇒ SS is short for Solid State. These machines run on electronic circuit boards and have digital displays. They are far easier to maintain.
What does EM stand for ?
⇒ EM is short for electromechanical. Also Extensive Maintenance. These machines are from the early 70's and before. They run on relays, switches and score reels. When they're old and dirty it can be a real bitch to get them to run properly. If you own one you'll have to do maintenace on it yourself, quite regularly.
Should I buy an old EM machine?
⇒ Only if you're capable of maintaining it yourself.