Spares, tools and other bits

[nibsy]

So I'm getting my first pin table, I've found a manual online but what other bits should I get for general maintenance and basic repairs?
I'm thinking along the lines of spare fuses, bulbs, nut spinners- if so what sizes typically? Allen keys- imperial I think or does this change from manufacturer to manufacturer? Probably a long Phillips n a nice short one for terminals?
Also cleaning materials for plastics, metal work and playfield so what do people recommend? Novus for plastics?

Cheers all. :thumb:

 

[nibsy]

I've got a multimeter already will come in handy checking bulbs n fuses I suppose.

 

[BigIan]

Assuming its the lw3 then download the manual here


http://www.ipdb.org/search.pl?any=Lw3&search=Search+Database&searchtype=quick#1433


Check what fuses you need, bottom of the first page lists the ones for your machine

then get on eBay or your favourite parts supplier site


Fuses
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/10-x-32MM...rk=1&sd=181078663666&&clk_rvr_id=453882186223


Nut spinners
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/7pc-Nut-D...441?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item20cd177a81

Probably best get a few boxes of lamps, not sure what lw3 uses but I'd guess there will be 44 and 555s anyhow, your manual should probably tell you or your parts supplier will be happy to advise oh and make space for another pin....

cheers
ian

 

[ronsplooter]

+1 on the nut drivers that Ian has recommended...these should be your first purchase without a doubt. Bottle of Novus 2 and some micro fibre cloths are also essential

 

[nibsy]

What about wax, a 100% carnauba or dedicated pinball wax? I have a feeling I'm opening a can of worms here.

 

[Sgt GrizZ]

What about wax, a 100% carnauba or dedicated pinball wax? I have a feeling I'm opening a can of worms here.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Clayton-C...?pt=UK_Guitar_Accessories&hash=item5d35f13976

Whilst the use of wax will undoubtedly add extra protection , its actually debateable whether 90s machines in home use environment with their clear coat protection really need it, as long as the play surface is clean and the balls are in good condition. Certainly does no harm, but I personally don't wax that often

Oh at some point you may need a soldering iron. Not unusual on used games for fatigued wires to come off coil or switch/lamp lugs every now and again. A basic iron from Maplins etc is fine for playfield soldering jobs, but if you ever venture into board work then a decent temperature controlled iron is needed.

 

[RudeDogg1]

I read somewhere that you need 2 different watt irions is this right?

 

[Paul]

not really needed if you know what you are doing. The higher wattage means that it keeps it's "heat" for longer and heats up quicker - other than that one will usually be fine for most unless you are doing intricate board repair

 

[replicas]

I read somewhere that you need 2 different watt irions is this right?

All you need is a temp. controled iron.
They start at around £35 and go way on up.

 

[RudeDogg1]

but how do you know what temp your ment to set? never used a fancy iron lol

 

[Paul]

Between 300C and 400C, depending on the type of solder you use. Older solder with Lead content around 300-340, Newer lead free solder 340-380 i think....

eep:

 

[RudeDogg1]

Forever learning on here I'm quite a novice to soldering