Topic: Table Shopping

[Carp]

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"

[Chase Pennell]

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!

[Carp]

Picked up the coin op.  Lovin it. Nice to have a quality Tornado once again.

[snake eyes]

Welcome to the club carp!! Mine is my prize possession and also qualifies for a "fine" piece of furniture in my house....

Snake