Vintage Pachinko part replacement

[NinoDeQueso]

I just got what is apparently a Nishijin model C from my in-laws that has been broken and sitting in their garage for years. The part that is broken is a clear plastic part that, when pulled by the play lever, drops a ball in place for the next pull of the lever. Does anyone know where I can go to get a replacement part? If not, I am a 3d drafter with access to a 3d printer, so if I can get some pictures of said part, I may be able to print a replacement.



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[Chumsize]

I picked one up of the same part at vintagepachinko.com

It was pricey, but it was the exact part.


Or... Buy a resin casting kit, find someone with the part you want, borrow it, cast your own... Much more expensive.

[pachiwall]

to Pachitalk! I have a Model C that is buried in the "pachi storage room". If you need pics, I can dig it out and see what I can do.

[mxfaiman]

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It looks like the plastic piece is find. It looks like your missing the little wire on the shooter arm that pulls it back. It is just a paperclip basically with some bend in it. I'm sure another member can post some pics of the area. (as I have no model C machines to show you)

If you have any questions feel free to ask. And once again welcome to PT.

-Max

Edit: I found a pic that might help but it isn't the best.

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[Moparformances]

Great eye Max

the Pics below are not a "C" either but im sure ya can get the idea..

I have a "C" as well if ya need more pics

and of course

Welcome to Pachitalk





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[NinoDeQueso]

mxfaiman, it looks like you are correct. The plastic part is whole. I cant make out the wire the you are referring to. If anyone has a pic from another angle, I would greatly appreciate it.

Also, on the plastic part there is a small bolt. Is that supposed to be connected to something, or does is act as a stopper for the wire part that is causing me all my problems?


P.S. Thanks for the warm welcome.

[Moparformances]

the bolt could be added as counter weight.. It should not bother you at all..

try and find yourself a good piece of wire.. a std paper clip may not be strong enough.. a heavy duty or large clip would be better.. I used to Race RC cars and have heavy rods left over from servo linkage.. it works great for this application.. Try a hobby shop if ya get into a Pinch..

[NinoDeQueso]

Moparformances, I work at a welding company, so will grab some hard but thin welding wire. Hopefully i will be able to find something sufficient. Thanks for the advice and pics.

[naha13]

Pics from my model C:

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[Moparformances]

Moparformances, I work at a welding company, so will grab some hard but thin welding wire. Hopefully i will be able to find something sufficient. Thanks for the advice and pics.

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