Ok ... this is a great forum but I think we'll do better on the other one.
It's free to become a member ... use your same name if you like! I'll definitely remember it. Post just a general synopsis of the issues and what I had you do, etc. I'll try and reply quickly and get Ed in on the...
Well at least you made progress with the other machine. For the one that isn't paying out - when you set up a payout, are you hearing the click sound of the slides opening? They're spring loaded so there should be a should. If not, then you have to check the "fingers" to see if they are moving...
I kind of "cheated" with two machines just cleaned the heck out of the bottom with a solvent (WD-40) actually. Then I wiped it as dry as possible and they worked freely. On another, the slide stack was unevenly tightened. Adjusting the tightness on the screws fixed that one. :)
If you can set that up again. Cycle the machine, then carefully flip the mechanism on the side and look at the payout hole. Is it obstructed by a slide? In many cases, it's just gunk keep them from opening, many times caused by previous owners trying to lubricate "stuck" slides.
Have you tried setting up a pay? Just stick something in the fan to keep it from spinning. Insert a coin and pull the handle. The reels will then be free. Line them up to cherry---cherry---anything
Keep the reels stable and release the fan. It will freespin then the cycle will continue and the...
Late reply here, but did you make any progress on that machine? I can refer you to some manuals that have some great diagrams and photos on that machine.
Did you ever find your VP award card?
This eBay member (Dave Berten) used to sell them. None are listed now but you may want to send him a message on eBay and see.
https://www.ebay.com/str/thunderfivefive
Hi RJ
A little late in response here. I hadn't been on this site in ten years! I'm the admin on Newlifegames. I didn't see any post on your F1 blackjack on the forum, only an older post on the F1 poker sounds. For your link above on eBay, that's Alan, who is member badbaud on NLG. You might want...