Tubular Gearhead
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Wow, now we are concerned with 2 screw holes in a cab? Sheesh!
Yep, I hate that shit as much as lockbar holes, splice connectors, hacked harnesses, missing parts, using incorrect screws and fasteners, etc.
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Wow, now we are concerned with 2 screw holes in a cab? Sheesh!
Wow, now we are concerned with 2 screw holes in a cab? Sheesh!
Really? That made me laugh out loud.
These cabs were made as cheap as possible with as inexpensive parts as could be found. Shoved out the door and into the Arcade without any thought or care for how long they would last.
They lasted 30+ years because most were used a lot for a year or two and then thrown in storage.
Ok so what you are sayin is , your not following what i am talking about.
Im sayin what machines could use the assist of a switcher to make them run more reliable
for daily use.
would adding a switcher help the 12v feed to a space invaders?
or to the 5v of a pole position?
Does such a guide exist ?
Other than watching todd tuckey inplant them into machines at his shop but not show how he did it . I cant seem to find any info on this.
Because if you do your homework, most people here DO restore older machines with older parts and or have spare power supplies in storage at thier shops (like i do)
.. Im just saying does anybody have a guide to add alittle insurance to running an older game all day without the risk of a fire or board damage.
If you wanna run your original power supply thats fine.. but anybody on this side of the line
who still wonder about switchers helping older machines that can contribute info on how it helped and how they did it feel free to chime in.
I've never completely understood this argument. People can do what they want with their games, and I put switchers in some games.... but the idea that a switcher is somehow more reliable is just not true.
I get old games, all the time, that have dead power supplies and if it's an old game with the original switcher you can bet your ass it's probably dead.
I've gotten tons of early 80's games with their original linear supplies in them, that are still working.
A rebuilt linear original supply is more reliable than a switcher in a lot of instances.... some exceptions though.
In the end though if you'd prefer a switcher put a switcher in it.
the focus of this site is on "preservation"
Again, I am sure some people feel the opposite, but just something to consider as I put it in the same boat as a LCD screen "upgrade", LOL.![]()
Donkey kong.. yeah i wouldnt put a switcher in.. i agree with you there. ive seen them hacked in and the machine still ran crappy.
I do own a few HSS kits that I have installed on some boards- non intrusive and easily reversed.
BTW, for all those "temporarily" installing switchers alongside working power supplies- I am SURE none of you have screwed into the sides of the cabinet to do so right? Let's see some pictures of those custom fabricated brackets using only existing screw holes to hang the switchers.![]()
I don't think this is mentioned here but really need an EE to jump in. I think ATX power supplies automatically adjust for load or something and keep a rock solid +5v or something. I could definitely be wrong here but based on some comments spaeth or others have made on using ATX power supplies, I have a hunch this is why. Why put a switcher that has to be manually adjusted etc when newer more reliable and often cheaper technology is possible.
If my theory is correct, the real question would be, why aren't more atx power adapters being created for this hobby vs ones for switchers. I would think computer power supplies were designed to run longer and harder that linear power supplies from 1980. again I am happy to be wrong ... just guessing.
I can ship 5 clean working fine used switching power supplies---the standard size with screw terminals---for $50 including priority shipping in the USA...can ship tomorrow! paypal and email is [email protected] we have sold hundreds of these uysed power supplies to collectors now over the last 15 years! Todd
I can ship 5 clean working fine used switching power supplies---the standard size with screw terminals---for $50 including priority shipping in the USA...can ship tomorrow! paypal and email is [email protected] we have sold hundreds of these uysed power supplies to collectors now over the last 15 years! Todd
People are giving you advice and you aren't listening.
The old, linear power supplies are superior, after replacing caps and connectors.
All of the new switchers are cheap made in China junk. They'll work, but they're not necessarily better.
Williams games, Galaga, Gorf, B'time, Pac series, etc.. no switcher. Also, that's not the cause of the hum bar.
The screw terminal power supplies are pretty self explanatory...we change the old working ones for new ones and just move the wires to the same screws!