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On 15 Sep 2005 10:33:12 -0700, laned1@hotmail.com wrote:
>How does this series compare to the TOPS videos?
The series doesn't compare, because Rob isn't trying to do the same
thing. Read below and you'll get an idea of what the Life After Death
series is all about. I haven't seen part 2 yet, but part 1 was very
much worth it. Rob says the quality is better on part 2, so I'll be
getting one and can very easily encourage everyone to get both.
If you must have a comparison, there is no Sapphire :^( , but there
is also no Norm interrupting every five seconds as you try to hear
what's being said.
Rick
Popbumper Mar 7, 12:28 pm show options
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I would like to officially anounce the new Popbumper Pinball Video -
Life After Death.
This video covers PRACTICAL restoration of "left for dead" machines. A
Stern Meteor is featured in the first half of the video with 5 to 10
minute segments on Stern Nine Ball, Bally Space Invaders, & Bally
Strange Science. A final wrap up covering several machines is at the
end.
Total running time - 1 hr. 58 minutes.
Cost $12 to 16 depending on how you want it shipped.
Those that have purchased it and/or reviewed are calling it the best
Popbumper.com video to date.
Visit Popbumper.com or go direct to
http://www.popbumper.com/4sale/media/media4sale.htm .
Thanks,
Rob C:>
kirb Mar 7, 12:53 pm show options
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Date: 7 Mar 2005 09:53:34 -0800
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>This video covers PRACTICAL restoration >of "left for dead" machines.
What does that mean? I guess I'd be looking for the extent of the
"restoration".
Thanks
Kirb
Popbumper Mar 8, 1:21 am show options
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Practical - concerned with actual use or practice
The video is more about getting machines back up and playing well than
it is about how to create your own wireforms, clearcoat methods, or
in-depth circuit board repair. Lot's of things are touched upon
briefly
but nothing is in-depth. There are other guides and videos out there
that have already covered that angle. Those are mentioned for the
viewer in the video.
There is a theme throughout the video. It's about how far do you go
during the restoration. I want the game to boot up, run reliably, and
play well mechanically. Cosmetics are a plus. But the "other guy"
Steve
is just the opposite, he wants to sandblast the legs, have an
automotive guy re-spray them, have the playfield touched up by a
professional, ... you see where I'm going. It's good conflict and
should make for an interesting show.
-Rob C:>
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kirb wrote:
> >This video covers PRACTICAL restoration >of "left for dead"
machines.
> What does that mean? I guess I'd be looking for the extent of the
> "restoration".
> Thanks
> Kirb
the haaarpers Mar 8, 2:03 pm show options
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On 7 Mar 2005 09:53:34 -0800, "kirb" <kirbse...@yahoo.com> wrote:
>>This video covers PRACTICAL restoration >of "left for dead" machines.
>What does that mean? I guess I'd be looking for the extent of the
>"restoration".
>Thanks
>Kirb
I've seen the DVD and it's more than worth the cost.
It's part commentary on how machines are being left for dead,
part restorartion tips and a whole lot of fun to watch.
Rob doesn't try to compete with the This Old Pinball series.
As a matter of fact, he often defers to that "higher power"
if you're looking for all of the in-depth stuff.
It's a well done DVD and worth your time & money.
Rick
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