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Arcade Lifestyle / Re: I'm building my personal Gaming Room...
« on: February 12, 2013, 12:58:37 AM »
Fantastic stuff Bruno.  Been following from the construction of V1, and can't believe how things are today.

Would LOVE to see a video of what's in all three rooms when you're done (or as you're re-organizing!)

Your collection has evolved over the last 7 or so years, so checking out what you currently have is super interesting.

Keep it up!  Great work!

Orri~

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Galaxian Theater / Re: ## Road Trip ## GALAXIAN THEATER from NAMCO !!!
« on: February 12, 2013, 12:23:54 AM »
By far one of the most amazing restorations I've ever seen.

I never saw or played this game in the arcades, so I'm just in awe.

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Dragon's Lair / Space Ace / Re: A new Dragon... in the Lair! I have a new friend ;-)
« on: July 06, 2010, 11:01:44 PM »
Very nice!

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Dragon's Lair / Space Ace / Re: Finny's Museum... includes Dragon's Lair serial #1 !!!!
« on: July 18, 2009, 05:09:11 PM »
Hey Jason,

I'm afraid that I don't know much about Motorcycling/Stunt Riding, so I had no idea.  I checked out your website - very cool!  You're right though, I'm sure you earn every quid.  I think I'll pass on the job; I'm kind of partial to unbroken bones. ;)

I love talking about and reading stories relating to arcade games, so I loved the info you shared.  I'd love to hear more at some point.

40 in a couple of weeks - not sure if that's congrats worthy (I'm not looking forward to it myself!)  Happy Birthday though.

I wouldn't mind undertaking a restoration, the only problem is the guts. I think I could handle the cabinet portion, but the electronics is something altogether different.  It would have to be a great machine (monitor, laserdisc player, etc), just needing some love on the outside.  I think you're right about the attachment people have to machines they work on.  Just makes sense.  I saw Bruno's restoration (love to read his stories as well), he did a great job.

I live in Austin, TX - quite a ways away from most of you (as I realize the majority of collectors here are based in Europe.)  I still love the site, the passion (and the humor) make this a great site to visit, and to learn from.

Thank you for the offer to assist/advise; I really appreciate it - sounds like you're a very busy guy.

As for the Space Ace 91 cabinet, it sounds like it wasn't actually released that way; just converted to look absolutely fantastic!  Happy that two big collectors were able to obtain the sideart - it is awesome. Thanks for the info.

Again, I appreciate your time.

Thanks again,
Steve

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Dragon's Lair / Space Ace / Re: Finny's Museum... includes Dragon's Lair serial #1 !!!!
« on: July 18, 2009, 08:08:14 AM »
Hey Finny,

Wow, what can I say?  £120,000.00?!?!  Not sure what your job is, but I'll take it! ;)

Anyway, I really appreciate you sharing all of the info.

Like many others, my all-time favorite game is Dragon's Lair.  My story is similar to yours in that as a younger kid (I'm almost 38 now), I played it EVERY chance I got.  I always told myself that I would own one some day.

Unfortunately, that day has yet to arrive.  I only want an original dedicated cabinet, not a cabinet with a computer inside.  Works for some, just not me.  So, I'm still looking, and at this point, honestly, I'm losing hope.  Whenever I see one for sale, it always looks like crap (I'm picky about condition), and I have no idea if the electronics are correct, etc. (I'm technically challenged, I think.)  So, finding one (even restored) in outstanding condition, with everything working as it should, with a nice laserdisc player, etc - such a challenge.

When I saw the pics of your collection, I thought to myself - HOLY CRAP!  Where did he get all of those?  Truly incredible.

Do you have any advice for someone looking for an original, quality dedicated machine?  I ask because clearly you've had some experience in this area. ;)

Also, had two questions about the special Space Ace cabinet - is the cabinet the same as the Dragon's Lair 2 cabinet?  Also, were they released with all of the art on them to the general public/operators, or was it a special limited order?

Thanks again - I truly appreciate it.

Steve

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Dragon's Lair / Space Ace / Re: Finny's Museum... includes Dragon's Lair serial #1 !!!!
« on: July 17, 2009, 08:23:25 PM »
I know this is an old thread, sorry to bump it up.

Is there a thread or story somewhere about how/where Finny acquired all of these cabinets?

Not knowing Jason, I just have to ask those questions - how did you acquire all of these wonderful things?

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Arcade Lifestyle / Re: DONKEY KONG RED CAB - Scratch Built Replica
« on: July 16, 2009, 11:30:41 PM »
Quote from: scr33n on July 16, 2009, 08:54:45 PM
Quote from: Orrimarrko on July 16, 2009, 08:15:07 PM
What did you use to clean the buttons?  (What did they take a bath in?)  :D

Liquid soap  ;D :P

LOL - okay.  Thought it might be some formula that helped with grime and crud.

Thanks,
Steve

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Arcade Lifestyle / Re: DONKEY KONG RED CAB - Scratch Built Replica
« on: July 16, 2009, 08:15:07 PM »
What did you use to clean the buttons?  (What did they take a bath in?)  :D

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Arcade Lifestyle / Re: DONKEY KONG RED CAB - Scratch Built Replica
« on: July 15, 2009, 11:14:18 PM »
Absolutely fantastic!  I appreciate your attention to detail.  Very, very nice.

I have a couple of questions if you have time, and don't mind (of course):

1. What kind of sander did you use on the coin door?  I have a metal control panel that I'd like to restore, and wasn't sure how to "sand" it down, remove the paint, etc.

2. To follow up on that, what kind of primer and paint did you use on the coin door?  The black paint looks like it has texture.

3. To clean the bolts, etc for the coin door, what liquid did you use?  Did it remove all of the rust, etc?

I appreciate your time - and again, great job!

Steve

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Arcade Lifestyle / Re: :: Quest for Billy Mitchell :: Never Surrender!
« on: July 13, 2009, 07:44:45 PM »
Hey Bruno,

That's an absolutely fantastic story!  Pretty amazing day, I'd say.

Good for you - thanks for sharing.

Steve

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Arcade Lifestyle / Re: From Truxton II (to) Pleiads
« on: April 27, 2009, 11:54:16 PM »
FANTASTIC!

That was great to follow along.  I love the before and after pics - truly a gorgeous job!

Thanks for sharing.

Steve

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Arcade Lifestyle / Re: Back from Japan with some Rare Arcade Stuff
« on: April 21, 2009, 04:25:42 PM »
So much for this thread.

Such is the problem when English gets in the way.

Lighten up folks.

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Dragon's Lair / Space Ace / Re: Dragon's Lair II: Time Warp on 3DO
« on: April 20, 2009, 07:52:38 PM »
I can say with 100% certainty that Dragon's Lair II was not released on the 3DO system.

I suppose it's possible that one exists in some kind of beta or demo, but one was not released for retail.

Steve

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Arcade Lifestyle / Re: Anyone here live in the USA ??
« on: April 20, 2009, 12:45:12 AM »
I live in the US as well; I tried to contact Mike Ryan once as well, but no response...

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All the rest / Re: Greetings from Sweden
« on: April 16, 2009, 07:17:51 AM »
Welcome!

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