Going back to our original discussion about the league, it was suggested that we wind up the first "season" by the end of June. So far we've had 4 meetings. Maybe there should be one more in May, followed by "playoffs" of some kind in June?

Doug has offered to host again, he currently has 4 machines. I might be ready to host with 4 or 5 machines by the end of May. And medvet has mentioned setting up her system 11s again, woohoo!

Thoughts?

Quoted from tinyrodent

Going back to our original discussion about the league, it was suggested that we wind up the first "season" by the end of June. So far we've had 4 meetings. Maybe there should be one more in May, followed by "playoffs" of some kind in June?

Doug has offered to host again, he currently has 4 machines. I might be ready to host with 4 or 5 machines by the end of May. And medvet has mentioned setting up her system 11s again, woohoo!

Thoughts?

I can toss my house into the hat for either last meeting or playoff meeting. I just need to check my work schedule. I would assume maybe a Sat afternoon/evening for me. Maybe do the league meet first and then extend it into a mini meeting after to get the last of the pinball year playing in before summer break.

I have a couple of new games to try out also....

If anybody else new would like to host also, no problem. I can still just do a mini meeting for fun.

ME

Im always up for any meeting/mini-meeting/or league night....you pick it!

I can host too if someone were willing to help me repair my SMDM. I'm willing to pay if need be.

My place is still a mess. I'll be ready for hosting next season for sure. Just not ready this year.

John, give Workingpins, aka Geoff, a call if you want to get your SMDM working. I have always found his prices fair and reasonable. Plus he's a great guy and you can chat pinball I know nothing about the early SS or I'd offer to help.

Cheers,
Duane

Quoted from TwilightZone

My place is still a mess. I'll be ready for hosting next season for sure. Just not ready this year.

John, give Workingpins, aka Geoff, a call if you want to get your SMDM working. I have always found his prices fair and reasonable. Plus he's a great guy and you can chat pinball I know nothing about the early SS or I'd offer to help.

Cheers,
Duane

I have, but he kindly informed me that he's done doing 'crimping'. I can understand. It's the one thing I hate doing and would rather pay someone else to do. I'm just rubbish at it!

Heck - crimping's easy - if you have those parts and that's all you want done, I can do it...

...as for diagnosing issues - I'm no good at that yet....

Quoted from Tuborg

Heck - crimping's easy - if you have those parts and that's all you want done, I can do it...

...as for diagnosing issues - I'm no good at that yet....

Deal! When are ya available?

Quoted from jonny_eh

I have, but he kindly informed me that he's done doing 'crimping'. I can understand. It's the one thing I hate doing and would rather pay someone else to do. I'm just rubbish at it!

Bring it to me.

Quoted from Sparky

Bring it to me.

Thanks for the offer but I don't want to have to bring the machine out of my basement for what should be a five minute job. Doug has offered to help next week, hopefully that's all I need.

Quoted from jonny_eh

what should be a five minute job

Depending on how many pins which need to be replaced, the technique used (crimped AND soldered?),
proper tools, and the quality of the work, this could take up to a couple of hours actually.
Yes only a few minutes if only one or two pins to replace... But replace 50 and.....

Re-pinning large connectors is very tedious... But rewarding after the work is done !
I have done enough to know

- Sylvain.

Quoted from jonny_eh

Thanks for the offer but I don't want to have to bring the machine out of my basement for what should be a five minute job. Doug has offered to help next week, hopefully that's all I need.

5 minutes? Good luck. Changing header pins along with the connector terminals is recommended.

This is for a new GPE rectifier board. I hope I don't have to replace the header pins already!

All that remains is the 20 pin J3 connector. So ya, maybe not 5 minutes, I was being a bit optimistic.

I, too, would be interested in joining the pinball league.  My basement is being worked on and should be done in July.  I could offer up my place for next season.  Maybe by then I will have more than 3 pins.  

Quoted from sylvain

the technique used (crimped AND soldered?)

- Sylvain.

I'm no pro and have only done a few connectors.   I did solder, too, although its against the Clay guide:
http://www.marvin3m.com/connect/index.htm#solder

Quoted Text

If a trifurcon pin is properly crimped, there is NO need to solder the connecting wire to the terminal pin. The only positive aspect of soldering a properly crimped terminal pin is the "wire pull out force" goes up. Current ratings do not go up with a soldered pin compared to a properly crimped-only pin (that information is directly from a Molex technical advisor who I talked with on the phone).

For me the order I did was:

• tin wire
  
• crimp wire
  
• add flux
  
• solder crimp joint (adding very little new solder)
  

Is that the right oder?

I'll try to move this crimping stuff to a tips / how-to thread...

So........is it a meeting in May and June or just one more? I'm picking up a new toy Sunday and doing some major reorganizing of games over the next few weekends so I can host either the last two weeks of May or mid June.

Doug: pick whether you want May or June and I'll take the other unless somebody else wants to volunteer.

Let's get it organized!  

ME

My vote is for one more meeting in May, then playoffs at medvet's in June. There is still a slim possibility that I'll be able to host in May. But unfortunately one of the flipper coils on Centaur died yesterday and I don't have a spare.

Then I'll do May.   Again its a small collection, but enough for a little friendly competition.   I don't think any of my early SS games will make for a Star Gazer WTB frenzy, unless I bring out the Aqvavit  


PS - My Sinbad scores are getting much better!

PSS - I ask Jen for a date on Mother's Week Day, so in the interim.   Any good / bad dates/times for anyone?  Next weekend is the long weekend so it's likely not a good choice - leaving:

Saturday May 23 - Sorry this day is busy @ our place
Sunday May 24
Saturday May 30
Sunday May 31

Sounds good. I'll do mid to late June. Just have to check work and Seb's schedule with sports and then I'll pick a Saturday. We can make the playoffs in the late afternoon and then open the evening to a small MAACA meeting.

Pinball Party Time!!
ME

Quoted from medvet

Sounds good. I'll do mid to late June. Just have to check work and Seb's schedule with sports and then I'll pick a Saturday. We can make the playoffs in the late afternoon and then open the evening to a small MAACA meeting.

Pinball Party Time!!
ME

Can't wait! I should be all settled by then. Now to talk the wife into coming so I can PROVE to her that girls like pinball! I am trying my best to get her hooked.

You guys figure out how your playoffs are going to work?

Any cash prizes?

Can anyone walk in and play in the playoffs?

Hi everyone,


Had a quick talk with the boss.   How does Sunday May 31st work for everyone?   2-4pm?   Let me know.

And, Adam, if you're showing up give me some notice, as I'll have to install/adjust the tilt mechs as I don't want you dancing with my pins  

How do we get TOPL points - does someone have to show up with a refs shirt?  


Doug.

May 31st works for me.

I plan to make it out for an event at some time, figure the playoffs might be good, but I won't be comming on May 31st for sure as I'll be in California on my way to Las Vegas at that point.  

I was thinking I might want to show up for the playoffs.

And what do you mean by TOPL points?  I think you are confusing TOPL with the IFPA, they run http://www.pinballrankings.com

To qualify for IFPA points all you have to do is run an open tournament pretty much, just shoot Josh a message over on the website he will get back to you pretty quick with any details you might need, he is a nice guy as well.  

On the messages above, we are still keeping this league thing based on the "fun" factor right?  Or are we about to be asked to fork out money to participate in the playoffs?   Don't get me wrong, I'm good to fork out a few bucks, we should at least get a trophy .

I'm in for May 31st as well.  Doug:  You better keep practicing on that Sinbad, I'm coming to getcha!

Quoted from Tuborg

Hi everyone,


Had a quick talk with the boss.   How does Sunday May 31st work for everyone?   2-4pm?   Let me know.


Doug.

Works for me, thanks Doug!

Works for me and my wife

Quoted from Tuborg

Hi everyone,


Had a quick talk with the boss.   How does Sunday May 31st work for everyone?   2-4pm?   Let me know.

And, Adam, if you're showing up give me some notice, as I'll have to install/adjust the tilt mechs as I don't want you dancing with my pins  

How do we get TOPL points - does someone have to show up with a refs shirt?  


Doug.

Count me in

I went through the thread and this is what I have in terms on attendees so far:

• medvet
  
• newf112
  
• twilightzone
  
• jonny_eh
  
• hippochrome
  
• ethous& his wife
  
• sentinelking
  
• The Loafer
  
• tuborg
  
• Sparky
  
• tinyrodent
  

Unconfirmed but risking losing their rankings....

• pinballjm
  

What's the limit in terms of players.   I have 4 pins right now - 1 wedgehead, 2 early SS and TZ.   The early SS and wedgehead ones are fast games (for me at least) - so is 8 players the limit - or should we allow more???

I'll be there. Attendance limit is up to you - how many people are you comfortable having at once? We could theoretically have 16 and finish in the same amount of time.

Quoted from Tuborg

[*]pha
[*]pha's wife [tentative]

We will be moving during that time frame.  I had posted that I (and maybe wife) could make it to a mid to late June meeting.

Sorry man.

Z.

Count me in.

See you then!

Duane

I'm in!

Quoted from tinyrodent

I'll be there. Attendance limit is up to you - how many people are you comfortable having at once? We could theoretically have 16 and finish in the same amount of time.

You're in Brett.   I'm comfortable with whatever number.  The meetings have been great and not a lot of "hosting" effort at all.

If you have room for me, I would attend. I could also bring Totem if you like.... or do I clearcoat that one too...

I'm fairly new around here. How do you join the OPL? I won't mind actually playing a pin, as mine is in a million pieces at the moment

Quoted from sentinelking

I'm fairly new around here. How do you join the OPL? I won't mind actually playing a pin, as mine is in a million pieces at the moment

PM the current host (Doug = Tuborg) to confirm room and then show up and have fun!

Quoted from Sparky

If you have room for me, I would attend. I could also bring Totem if you like.... or do I clearcoat that one too...

Of course there's room - I hope I replied by PM as I don't see a reply here.  

I believe everyone has my address / phone number - if not just PM me...

Doug.

Guys/Gals,

I may have to back out. Last weekend, I had a bit of a health scare, via chest pains.  To make a long story short, my heart is fine, but I went through a heck of a week with hospital visit/stay and multitude of tests which resulted in a "take it easy for a week" order from the doctor.  Issue? Anyone of you ever heard of the pericardium? That's the sack that surrounds the heart.  When there is inflammation of the pericardium, mixed in with a couple of other things, I guess it can cause an apparent heart murmur and to me, it sure felt like a possible heart attack!

Back on topic, the idea is after a week's rest, I thought I might be ok, unfortunately I'm not 100% and another family health issue with my youngest daughter isn't helping stress wise.  if I feel up to it, I'll be there.  Maybe at worst I'll drop by for a quick visit but depending on the BP, may not stay.  Maybe at best if I feel up to it, I'll stay and embarrass you all with my scores (or myself! eheh)

Rob

Jeez, sorry to hear Rob and good luck to you.

Would always like a few re-matches on BOPP & Sinbad!

Take 'er easy and see how you feel!

No pressure Rob, but you'll be leaving an opening for 3rd place!  http://ottawapinheads.ca/standings/

Speaking of Sinbad, did you do the playfield swap?

Quoted from Sparky

Speaking of Sinbad, did you do the playfield swap?

I'm a much slower worker than you Sparky.   My goal / aim was to get Totem working and put Sinbad in the workroom for the swap.   Then my eyes get bigger than my abilities and start thinking of painting the cabinet - it needs some structural help, too.    My timing goal for Sinbad is done for the fall season (painted cabinet & playfield swap).    The idea is Totem takes its place while Sinbad is in the workshop.  I work in months, not days / hours like you, necro & poolman...

I guess I could start on the swap - but would like to find grounding braid.   I recall ToMMy's old post saying find some old radio RG59 cable - I think I'll just buy some...

I also have Viking in pieces too.

Quoted from Tuborg

I'm a much slower worker than you Sparky.   My goal / aim was to get Totem working and put Sinbad in the workroom for the swap.   Then my eyes get bigger than my abilities and start thinking of painting the cabinet - it needs some structural help, too.    My timing goal for Sinbad is done for the fall season (painted cabinet & playfield swap).    The idea is Totem takes its place while Sinbad is in the workshop.  I work in months, not days / hours like you, necro & poolman...

I guess I could start on the swap - but would like to find grounding braid.   I recall ToMMy's old post saying find some old radio RG59 cable - I think I'll just buy some...

I also have Viking in pieces too.

...I have room in the van on my way back. I can always squeeze it in.

Quoted from Sparky

...I have room in the van on my way back. I can always squeeze it in.

I gotta learn how to tie my own shoes eventually.    Its an easy enough job - just need the grounding braid - and some pop bumper bodies (missed that in the last  PBR order).   Then it'll have all new everything on top (except plastics & the metal posts)....

I'm in - See you Sunday

Feeling not too bad so hold my spot, I'll be there . Anything I can bring Doug?  Veggies and dip?

Quoted from The Loafer

Feeling not too bad so hold my spot, I'll be there . Anything I can bring Doug?  Veggies and dip?

Good to hear.   Just bring your A-game - you'll need it!  

Well, I won't be able to make it.  My daughter, Megan, was born yesterday morning.  I will be at the hospital with Mom and baby this afternoon.

Have fun all.

newf.

Congradulations!

Yeah Newf, way to go man!  Congrats to you, the missus and family.  Is this your first kid?

Doug:  A-game?  I don't have an A-game!  Maybe a "b leaning to c" game, hope that will do

Way to go Mike.   Congrats!   Can't believe you predicted she would be born this weekend, too!

Quoted from newf112

Well, I won't be able to make it.  My daughter, Megan, was born yesterday morning.  

Pffft !

What kind of lousy excuse is that !?!?!

Your daughter will be around for the REST OF YOUR LIFE !
... Doug's party was one-time only !



Just kidding...

Congrats on the new arrival !

Steph

Lot's of fun as usual, thanks for hosting Doug.

Thanks Doug! I had loads of fun!

Sinbad is awesome with the skill shot mod.

Nice meeting you all!

Thanks Doug...Great time, as usual!
Man is your Sinbad ever addictive...i even got a pretty high score (in non tournament play )

I wish I could of made it but just came back from Cottage.

Yep, thanks also Doug. Great host as always and fun to play older games. EM's are addictive . Hope TZ works well for you now. The pressure of rationed solder may have influenced my repair skills.........

See you at the finals!

ME

Thanks everyone - had a blast.   Thanks medvet for remembering to bring the TZ-switches & showing me how to fix it (I was half paying attention from a distance).    Impressive repair with limited solder     Thanks to the Montreal guys - Sparky & JD3 for attending & bringing up Totem.

Sorry we missed you Ethous - happy birthday though!

Can't believe I did well on TZ the game I play the least, and did poorly on Sinbad the one I was training on for 3 months.

Congrats Tinyrodent for holding onto top spot - http://ottawapinheads.ca/standings/.

Sorry for kicking you all out - but had to run to grandpa's house for a family birthday dinner for the 5 year old...

Thanks for a great time, Doug. While I cursed the game, I really enjoyed the Sinbad. Gregg and I really got into the game afterward. It's definitely a great two player (or more game).

Cheers,
Duane

was fun had a great time. Thankx for having us

Quoted from Tuborg

Thanks everyone - had a blast.   Thanks medvet for remembering to bring the TZ-switches & showing me how to fix it (I was half paying attention from a distance).    Impressive repair with limited solder     Thanks to the Montreal guys - Sparky & JD3 for attending & bringing up Totem.

Sorry we missed you Ethous - happy birthday though!

Can't believe I did well on TZ the game I play the least, and did poorly on Sinbad the one I was training on for 3 months.

Congrats Tinyrodent for holding onto top spot - http://ottawapinheads.ca/standings/.

Sorry for kicking you all out - but had to run to grandpa's house for a family birthday dinner for the 5 year old...

JD and I wouldn't have missed it! Great fun! I even enjoyed Punch Out!!!

Can't beat good games, good beer and good company!!

newf - congratulations!

Tuborg - thanks for hosting again, hope to play Totem & Viking next time.

Steph - I didn't see you there today, did you have a baby too?

We had a great turnout, and two new players. Today's results:

http://ottawapinheads.ca/meet/?MeetID=5

Tuborg - Thanks for hosting. Your basement is the best for snacks. Between the candy vending machines and the popcorn I was in heaven.

Medvet - Thanks for the decals and drop targets. I just installed the drop target decals in my GNR and the game looks 10x better! If you had applied them, I bet you wouldn't have sold the game

Tinyrodent - Thanks for keeping track of the scores, and kicking my butt.

Quoted from TwilightZone

Thanks for a great time, Doug. While I cursed the game, I really enjoyed the Sinbad. Gregg and I really got into the game afterward. It's definitely a great two player (or more game).

Cheers,
Duane

Good God, did I just read that right???

Sinbad is getting alot of passive-aggressive love. Nobody loves it to it's face

With the PI-X4 board in it, it is a MUCH better game! The skill shot isn't easy...

I love Sinbad, just can't believe Duane typed that. Who kidnapped him and switched him with a defective clone?   Yeah, let's not talk about that skillshot, I hit it once in about 8 games yesterday.  Not my brightest hour...

Quoted from The Loafer

Good God, did I just read that right???

Forget the saying...isn't it something like we are cruel to the ones we love? That about sums up Sinbad for me. I was cursing at the game, but kept giving it one more try. That bad boy must have taken alot of quarters back in the day. Like Pinbot, the game is a drain monster.

Duane

Quoted from The Loafer

I love Sinbad, just can't believe Duane typed that. Who kidnapped him and switched him with a defective clone?   Yeah, let's not talk about that skillshot, I hit it once in about 8 games yesterday.  Not my brightest hour...

Me, too. Guess I should have just typed the popcorn was good    

, I know what you mean about the drain.  Those old Gottlieb are so simple in their rule set but they were deviously designed for the "one more go" mentality. At least that's how I feel.  Ever play Gottlieb's Spider-man?  There's another pin with that dual flipper gap that drove me nuts but kept me coming back for more.

I just started playing pins earlier this year and I was wondering how I go about joining the Ottawa Pinball League?

Quoted from SoapyMule

I just started playing pins earlier this year and I was wondering how I go about joining the Ottawa Pinball League?

Watch for the announcement of the first meeting in this section of the boards (I assume in Sept/Oct latest) and then PM the host/hostess and come and play and meet the rest of the Ottawa players.

The more , the merrier! Hope to see and meet you in the fall.

Mary Ellen

Sounds great! I look forward to meeting everyone.