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  • Upgraded My Stern Jurassic Park Pinball with Shaker, Cooling Fans and Silicone Rubbers for Enhanced Play

    Upgraded My Stern Jurassic Park Pinball with Shaker, Cooling Fans and Silicone Rubbers for Enhanced Play

    I made some upgrades to my Stern Jurassic Park pinball machine. I added a Shaker from PinSound, which really enhances the experience, especially when the T-Rex roars and the machine shakes. I also installed some coil cooling fans that I got from Wayne on the PinballInfo Forums. I haven’t noticed any fading with the machine yet, but that’s probably because our scores are still relatively low and our gaming sessions are short. However, we’re improving, and our game times are getting longer.

    In addition, I replaced all the rubbers with new silicone ones from TITAN. It was a bit of a hassle because we had to remove a lot of the playfield, including a ramp and the Raptor Pen.

    I thoroughly cleaned and waxed it, and now it plays so well. This game is incredibly addictive, and the shots feel amazing. It’s much more challenging to play and progress than Godzilla, and it’s very different from Godzilla Pin. I’m really glad we chose this pair.

  • Godzilla Pinball, installing Flipper Fans and Rumble Motor

    Godzilla Pinball, installing Flipper Fans and Rumble Motor

    Luke and I have been having a blast playing Pinball, and our games are getting better every day and longer sessions. I found some awesome fans from Pinball Monk that help keep the flipper coils cool and retain their power. Luke helped with the installation, from planning where to lay the wires to installing the fans. It worked perfectly; there was no more fade.
    We also decided to add a shaker motor (by PinSound) to enhance our gaming experience with Godzilla, and it was a game-changer! It adds so much excitement to the gameplay without being too distracting. I’m so impressed that I plan to add it to all my machines. I can confirm that it’s an absolute must-have.

    We laughed while watching people play with the Rumble set on high. When Godzilla screams, the Backbox glass makes some crazy loud noises, almost like the house is shaking. After trying out all the settings, Luke and I agreed that regular play with the Rumble set on low is the best option. Overall, I’m thrilled with these upgrades and can’t wait to see what’s next!