I know Daytona 2 is “better”, but you’re right, it’s about the time period. Also, this was relatively cheap for a Twin setup.

Oh nice! That’s incredibly niche and I don’t know that too many people would benefit from that outside of just watching it for “fun.” Thanks for sharing that, it’s nice to know things are helpful once in a while. Best wishes on fixing up your Daytona.

So many people just went manual on that game. I was guilty of that in my youth even, save for a few times when an adult would encourage trying it out. I plan on getting much, much better with it now.

Glad you enjoyed it!

That’s the kind of tedious work that I don’t think many realize can go into something like this. Glad you figured it out. Once I get the second monitor chassis back I’ll attempt something similar with the second board set.

It was somewhat unintentional but you’re right, 7/10 machines I have are Sega. It’s like when I realized how much I liked Sinestro when looking through my Green Lantern art prints.

Hah, there was actually someone local selling an Outrun 2 Twin a few months ago. I have honestly never played the arcade version of that.

Thanks man!

Thanks for taking a look. Hopefully the next time is it up and running.

Thanks Erik, this one is for sure special.

It’s for sure a top ear worm of video games.

Thanks man. Not nearly enough time to work on stuff.

I’m doing my best. Next video on it, hopefully it’s finished and running.

The shifters are pretty neat, I don’t think it would be terribly hard to rebuild the broken one now that I have it out and can see how it works. That’s always the added benefit of these cabs, you learn so much by taking them apart and playing with the pieces. Gaining knowledge for decades old machines that has no practical application in the real world!

After fixing and restoring Virtua Racing I have that BDE flowing.

It’s so satisfying getting something up and running. I just built a Crazy Taxi out of spare parts. There were moments of frustration for sure but it’s worth it!

That’s amazing, congrats on that. The feeling when it finally kicks over and you know you have it running...gold.

Thanks man!

Thanks Linda!

Man it’s been a LONG time since I’ve seen a Xenophobe in person. It’s a cool looking cab. I like the ones like that that differ from the norm. They really experimented a lot there for a while with different sizes and layouts. I’m a sucker for the aesthetics even if I don’t particularly love the game.

Thank you!

@@ScarletSprites cant wait to see everdrive pro review though

Thanks man! Sometimes there are bulbs with different wattages but these are the ones I use almost universally... www.amazon.com/dp/B013SW3KTE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_PhJMQR21YzCac

The 161 is kind of garbage with all the hacked versions of games on there. If you’re not using the Unibios with Pick’N Mix (hides all the trash versions of games on the cart) then that may be a good bandaid. If you want a true flash cart with all the original games and no glitches, go with the NeoSD.

Yeah, that’s exactly it. Surprisingly all of the fans are even still running. Voltages in power supply seem good so I may not even replace those right away.

Thanks man, I’m excited and optimistic about this one.

Thanks man, thankfully everything works now. I needed a drive board for the one side and a chassis repair but all is well now. It’s not the prettiest machine I own but it works.

@@ScarletSprites yeah my super GT has been My money pit. Bought it non-working as parts. Bought a board set off eBay to try to get it working didn't work. Bought a second set of machines at an auction non-working as a pile of parts. Got two working monitors and two working board sets out of it which was a plus and also picked up a free parts machine that was a touring car converted to Tokyo cop. Got two Tokyo cop boards and a working monitor and a bunch of parts. So out of about six machines I finally have a working pair and a shelf full parts 😂 not to mention I picked up two Daytona USA 2 that were the two different versions mismatched. One cabinet looked like it had fallen down the stairs but the other was decent so I made one and put the other board set on the shelf along with more Sega model parts.

@@ScarletSprites LOL also forgot I used to have a Manx TT pair and a wing War pair so I guess I have had more Sega model hardware than any.

I won’t lie, when the machine kicked over the first time and the announcer said “Gentlemen Start Your Engines” followed by the roar and the seat rumbling...goosebumps

Thanks man!

Good luck with that. At some point I may decide to do that as well, I just don’t know when I’ll have the time to do more than just a touch up. The connector came as part of the new joystick. I’m assuming Happ is producing those?

It’s possible that I can swap the balltop off for something else but I really didn’t have anything to switch to and I was all on board with just getting it fixed. I’ve found that I sometimes dwell on details like that and then it holds the whole project up. The marquee isn’t working but I’ve since fixed that by rewiring it for a 4ft led tube. Or so I think...haven’t actually powered it up yet.

@@ScarletSprites awesome pick up man and excellent work, im so jelly 😋

I've unfortunately got nothing for you on that one. I haven't had to rip that apart just yet.

Who says I’m not wearing a helmet even now!? Jokes aside, the pinball community is pretty high on non-factory and third party mods on machines. It seems much more common/acceptable to collectors in that arena for whatever reason.

@@ScarletSprites That is a little too overboard, because when it isn't done "right", the modder can put in too bright L.E.D.s, or the light-animation looks weird, because the table's L.E.D. lighting turns off quicker than incandescent lighting. Pinball table's made pre-2009, have table light animations with the soft "after-glow" of incandescents iin mind.

Yeah, I’ve read about that. I know there is a whole thing about bulbs and color temperature and reaction times like you mention. I was actually thinking more of the installation of additional objects beyond just the lights.

Evaporust. It works magic. I went through two bottles of it while working on Virtua Racing. The only downside is the part must be fully immersed meaning you have to take apart whatever it is you’re working on.

@@ScarletSprites Thanks man, I appreciate it.

On the monitor chassis itself. You have to remove the back panel and the pots should be staring at you.

Yep, here you go... www.amazon.com/dp/B013SW3KTE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Td5cFbSMHM4S2

Thanks!

Quick question, hows the shifter from happ compare to the original? Does it have the same feel (does it have the wheels inside)? I’ve been debating upgrading mine. One of my shifters is super sensitive. It will shift out of gear even if you are just resting your hand on the shifter while playing. I think the micro switches are just so worn that it makes the switch with barely any pressure. Thanks man

I have ten right now (Neo Geo 4-slot, Blast City, Astro City, Virtua Fighter, Virtua Racing, Midway SportStation, Virtua Cop 2 (x2), Capcom Big Blue, Daytona USA). Should be able to finish Daytona by end of summer and then I need to see if I can work on turning a Virtua Cop into a House of the Dead.

In the past few years I’ve found it almost more fun and entertaining to troubleshoot and get these gems running than actually playing. Seeing them run complete once finished is pretty gratifying, but yes, I get your point. There are days when I sometimes want to put my foot through the glass and snap a pcb in half.

Yes, the red leds are just plug and play... www.amazon.com/dp/B013SW3KTE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_m97cFbTRF5FH2

Scarlet Sprites thanks! To be clear, the link you provided defaults to RED. But I assume you selected WHITE for all? Also, were the LEDs the same for the Coin Slots and the VR Buttons?

Oh, the link I gave were for the coin door lights. I always use red for those. The VR button lights were BA9s but they didn’t work.

Scarlet Sprites ah ok! I thought the issue was the board-not the lights.

When the LEDs were in with the swapped (and working) board they didn’t light. Putting the bulbs back in they worked fine. Something off with the connection on the first board but regardless, the new LEDs didn’t work.

In your case I’d pull the monitor chassis and send it to Chad at ArcadeCup.com. It’s going to be about $200.

@@ScarletSprites Thank you for the advice!

@@touringteg Sure thing. I’d also recommend avoiding the temptation to install an LCD. By the time you’ve bought the LCD panel, bought a new mounting bracket, and bought a signal converter, you’ll probably be spending more money than had you fixed the original chassis and kept your game original. Just another piece of unsolicited advice. Good luck!

@@ScarletSprites I may as well ask what you would offer for the single sit down Daytona USA unit. The seller isn't sure how much they want and I don't know what to offer. They are selling two Sega Hang on units (one working one not) for $750. I am thinking $500 since it will cost another $500 USD ($800 CAD) to get the screen working again. I'm in BC Canada.

@@touringteg Yeah, are both monitors out or just the one? Racing cabs are large and heavy; few people want them in their house. Daytona is obviously a popular game though so it’s market can be unpredictable and very region based. Offering $500 seems reasonable.

I don’t think anyone really wants to hear either of us sing.

They’re on Happ’s website. Not cheap but they’re the only place I could find them at the time. They’ll pop up used now and then on forums and sometimes eBay.

Thanks man! It was good timing and I was lucky to get this.

@@ScarletSprites saludos desde Argentina bro

I don’t blame him, there’s not much here for most under the age of 30. He shut this arcade sh*t down and went back to Fortnite. Hah, glad to have you back Mark!

Only $400 for both!

@@ScarletSprites Amazing deal!

I’m just glad someone was mildly interested. I never know how this stuff will go over.

@@ScarletSprites I hear that. Hope all is well man. Hopefully next year we can meet up at too many games again.

It’s rescheduled for September but man, even that seems like a roll of the dice right now.

@@ScarletSprites yea it's my birthday weekend that's its rescheduled for and also a car show in Ocean city which I go to every year. Channels doing well man. I enjoy the more laid back content. Can't wait to get back into it my self soon. I just watched your ASTRO video Im pretty excited for that thing.

Nice, I wasn’t aware of that.

Much appreciate you taking the time to stop by!