Model A and Model B differences help me understand
I own a couple modern machines and have started to look for my first vintage. I see mostly model B’s on marketplace and Craigslist. What is the difference between the two models and why did they change from A to B? Why do you prefer model A or model B?
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Not really an answer to your question, but Dan's you videos are a good resource to browse.
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Model A's are known as "recyclers" because the losing balls go back in to a tray on the rear of the machine to replenish the jackpot, whereas on a model B, the losing balls go out the bottom rear to a catch can or bin of some sort (whatever the owner has put there). So with a model B you have to move the balls back up to the jackpot tray more so than a model A. My first machine was a model A, 5 other vintage I've picked up are all model B's. IMO the B may be easier to take apart and put back together, sort of modular I guess.
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Model A is superior for home use due to recycling, quieter payout bell, also the playfield art area is much bigger than model B or C and they look better in my opinion.
Model C is #2 since it’s easiest to restore with the removable rear mechanics. Model B is least desirable unless it’s a Powerflash or other special electric model in my opinion.
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Re: Model A and Model B differences help me understand
As others have said, the main difference is how the machine handles the lost balls.
Put a ball lifter on a model B or model C machine and it recycles the lost balls, basically making it operate as a model A.
I don't feel that any model of machine is better than the other. Though the rear mechanics may be different, they all do the same purpose.
What if...the HOKEY POKEY, is what it's all about?
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AAA’s rule for home
use and display .. super low maintenance
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