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Title: Table Shopping
Post by: Carp on November 15, 2006, 11:16:36 PM
I have owned two coin op Tornado's back in the day.  I now find myself wanting a table again.  I have found a T-2000 home model about 6.5 hours away for a mere $400.  I have also located a Tornado used coin op here locally for $600.  I read the article about Shelti and am now considering them.  I could also build my own as I have plenty of MDF in stock and enough laminate to make a nice, dark navy blue table.  However, I think I would still be out close to 5 bills (or more) after purchasing all the parts and a Tornado playfield. 
    Any suggestions from you guys as to which way I should go?  I don't relish a 6.5 hour one way drive.  I haven't seen the coin op as it is on location (scary).  I could end up having to buy all new rods/bearings, etc on this one. 
    All I know, is that, somehow, someway, I am going to fill a void I have in my game room, as well as revive memories of the past.  (wish I could find a full set, plus extras of the original Tornado men.  The wall shots with them seemed to be so much easier, and more consistant.)
    Thanks for the help.
Craig, a.k.a. "Wallnut"
Title: Re: Table Shopping
Post by: Chase Pennell on November 16, 2006, 11:28:30 AM
get the coin-op.....experience has showed me one thing...if you cheap out on getting a good table, you will want a good table soon enough. You will end up selling the one you purchased for far less then you should and buy a good one.... it is just seems to be a trend i have noticed with everyone that has purchased a table that i know!
Title: Re: Table Shopping
Post by: Carp on November 24, 2006, 11:31:40 PM
Picked up the coin op.  Lovin it. Nice to have a quality Tornado once again.
Title: Re: Table Shopping
Post by: snake eyes on November 25, 2006, 03:41:20 PM
Welcome to the club carp!! Mine is my prize possession and also qualifies for a "fine" piece of furniture in my house....

Snake