Whirlwind
Williams, 1990Pinball machines revolve around themes, we all know this, if you take an expert on storm chasing and show them whirlwind, they’ll have a great time. When developing ww2.0, I would have brought in Reed Timmer and brain stormed some ideas to build on, but that’s just me thinking in my own headspace.
This 2.0 fiasco could turn into something great, or not, the software can always be changed
Quoted from eckelpeckel:I agree, having 2 completely diffrent games on 1 machine adds to the longevity of both.
I love bop2.0 but theres no reason to switch back to the original on that, essentially killing the 2 for 1 aspect..
Original whirlwind (funhouse too) are such great games still imo that they dont need to be upgraded so i think going for something completly diffrent is the right way to go..
Hadn't thought about it that way. I was initially upset that WW 2.0 had strayed so far from its original and fantastic modus operandi, but agree, 2 different games in one is a good thing.
Might take a 2nd look.
Quoted from Flynnyfalcon:Hadn't thought about it that way. I was initially upset that WW 2.0 had strayed so far from its original and fantastic modus operandi, but agree, 2 different games in one is a good thing.
Might take a 2nd look.
Parrently Wayne will be the agent here.
Or cointaker in the states.
Quoted from eckelpeckel:Original whirlwind (funhouse too) are such great games still imo that they dont need to be upgraded so i think going for something completly diffrent is the right way to go..
Interesting perspective! Makes me realize that sometimes i can be a real ass! I've never seen it yet, but already formed a negative opinion on it. The game is just so good as it is (and really only needs a few things polished up on the code) that i felt a continuation of the original game with some fresh callouts & funny animations would top it off. But this is a very creative twist on the theme.. instead of asking, "but why tho?' I should be saying 'why the fuck not!' Dammit Punkin, you were right!
Quoted from fossmin:How do you remove the fan blade from the motor? I don't quite understand the clip they used and don't want to damage it.
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you can just pull the fan off the axle
It might need some force as it sits there already for some time
A punch tool and some gentle hits might help
Quoted from fossmin:How do you remove the fan blade from the motor? I don't quite understand the clip they used and don't want to damage it.
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If you can't pull the fan off as suggested above (this can be risky), try inserting the end of a flat screwdriver between the ends of that metal clip around the hub, and gently twist the screwdriver to spread the clip open a bit. That should relieve enough pressure to allow you to pull the fan off.
To keep the fan tight on replacement, remove the clip and squeeze it back tight before reinstallation.
Does anyone know where I can buy a Whirlwind keychain for a reasonable price? Like $10ish instead of the $30-50 range I’m seeing on eBay.
Quoted from AssaultSuit:Does anyone know where I can buy a Whirlwind keychain for a reasonable price? Like $10ish instead of the $30-50 range I’m seeing on eBay.
Quoted from zerbam:MAYFAIR AMUSEMENT ALWAYS HAS THEM AT PINFEST IN ALLENTOWN
I should have asked. I found a lot of other Williams keychains but not Whirlwind.
Quoted from Johnbeatle:This target is loose and I have to adjust it every few games. I looked on Marco and didn't see it. Any idea where I can purchase a replacement?
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This one... https://www.marcospecialties.com/pinball-parts/A-18530-6
Or the heavy-duty one... https://www.marcospecialties.com/pinball-parts/A-18530-6R
Quoted from Johnbeatle:Any idea where I can purchase a replacement?
Here’s the switch:
https://www.pinballlife.com/williamsbally-oblong-stand-up-targets.html
While you’re at it, get the anti sway reinforcement. I put it on every standup that gets tons of impact:
https://www.pinballlife.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=BK3
Quoted from sullivcd40:I’m finally in the club! How do you guys clean up the fan housing? Mine is very yellowed
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Best way is to buy a new one for $125
Quoted from sullivcd40:I’m finally in the club! How do you guys clean up the fan housing? Mine is very yellowed
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I have not done this, but you can "whiten" yellowed plastics by soaking them in hydrogen peroxide and exposing them to UV lights. There are many youtube and google tutorials on how to do this. By the time you bought the materials though a new one may be cheaper if you had no other use for the setup.
For the cabinet, the spray will most likely be pretty noticeable. Unless you are redoing the cabinet it’s a tough decision
For the leg area, I would probably just get some protectors, they will cover it up
https://www.marcospecialties.com/pinball-parts/PINCAB-LB
And for the scratches, I would get some $1 craft paints and try to color match, just wipe with a q-tip and try to blend. A little goes a long way
Quoted from mark532011:For the cabinet, the spray will most likely be pretty noticeable. Unless you are redoing the cabinet it’s a tough decision
For the leg area, I would probably just get some protectors, they will cover it up
https://www.marcospecialties.com/pinball-parts/PINCAB-LB
And for the scratches, I would get some $1 craft paints and try to color match, just wipe with a q-tip and try to blend. A little goes a long way
I think I’ll bondo the scratches to get them level and them try to color match. Sounds like rust oleum deep blue 2x gloss is the consensus best match. I’ll see how it comes out with a sponge brush first before I spray. I posted the area under the legs to show that the blue isn’t faded. I won’t do anything there.
Quoted from sullivcd40:I think I’ll bondo the scratches to get them level and them try to color match. Sounds like rust oleum deep blue 2x gloss is the consensus best match. I’ll see how it comes out with a sponge brush first before I spray. I posted the area under the legs to show that the blue isn’t faded. I won’t do anything there.
Might not want to match with an existing spray…. I got great results by taking a chip off the cabinet and going to Sherwin Williams and getting a quart can of paint to use with a brush for touch ups
The color behind the legs looks more blue. The cabinet looks to have a slight greenish tone in it probably from nicotine, just in case you have difficulty color matching.
Quoted from sullivcd40:What would you do about this cabinet section? My thought is to sand that area and spray paint with Behr Mayan blue. There is no fade to match.
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leave it alone. no paint will be a perfect match, most of that is hidden by the legs anyways.
Quoted from ccbiggsoo7:leave it alone. no paint will be a perfect match, most of that is hidden by the legs anyways.
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Quoted from ccbiggsoo7:leave it alone. no paint will be a perfect match, most of that is hidden by the legs anyways.
I’ll leave the leg wear alone but I have to do something about the f word that is scratched in the right side in the first picture I posted. It’s a really small section but I have to do something with it. Has anyone used the rust oleum deep blue? I can spray a pool of it on a piece of cardboard and use a q tip for the touch up. I have space to test it on so if it’s not great I can have sherwin try to match more closely.
Quoted from sullivcd40:I’ll leave the leg wear alone but I have to do something about the f word that is scratched in the right side in the first picture I posted. It’s a really small section but I have to do something with it. Has anyone used the rust oleum deep blue? I can spray a pool of it on a piece of cardboard and use a q tip for the touch up. I have space to test it on so if it’s not great I can have sherwin try to match more closely.
use an artist brush, not a q-tip, it requires a precise tool 
but, if you insist on using that spray color for the convenience, I would do this... tape off the whirlwind graphics, lightly sand the scratches in a circular pattern and spray the blue back on, several light layers will get it ship shape. good luck, let us know how it turns out!
Quoted from sullivcd40:I’ll leave the leg wear alone but I have to do something about the f word that is scratched in the right side in the first picture I posted. It’s a really small section but I have to do something with it. Has anyone used the rust oleum deep blue? I can spray a pool of it on a piece of cardboard and use a q tip for the touch up. I have space to test it on so if it’s not great I can have sherwin try to match more closely.
i cannot make out the "F" word in that at all. doubt anybody else will either.
Quoted from punkin:I can see it. Probably worse in person. It would annoy the fuck out of me, that's for sure.
i think it adds nostalgia. 
Quoted from punkin:I can see it. Probably worse in person. It would annoy the fuck out of me, that's for sure.
It’s annoying and worth trying to repair. I he rust oleum deep blue isn’t close, I can mix acrylics to get a good match, the issue is leveling the scratches. They are so light in some parts that it isn’t even to the wood. It’s almost like dealing with planking. I know Kruzman uses a diluted glue mixture in a syringe to get planking to lay down. I’ve sprayed clear with some success in the past. I don’t think I can get bondo fine enough to fill it in. I’d rather not sand the whole section and spray because my chances of getting a spray match are close to zero. Interesting little problem here.
Quoted from ccbiggsoo7:i think it adds nostalgia.
If you miss having morons around, then maybe.
Quoted from sullivcd40:It’s annoying and worth trying to repair. I he rust oleum deep blue isn’t close, I can mix acrylics to get a good match, the issue is leveling the scratches. They are so light in some parts that it isn’t even to the wood. It’s almost like dealing with planking. I know Kruzman uses a diluted glue mixture in a syringe to get planking to lay down. I’ve sprayed clear with some success in the past. I don’t think I can get bondo fine enough to fill it in. I’d rather not sand the whole section and spray because my chances of getting a spray match are close to zero. Interesting little problem here.
Bondo makes a red thin filler , works wonders
Quoted from Chosen_S:Bondo makes a red thin filler , works wonders
Thanks for that recommendation, that’s what I’m looking for.
Quoted from Chosen_S:Might not want to match with an existing spray…. I got great results by taking a chip off the cabinet and going to Sherwin Williams and getting a quart can of paint to use with a brush for touch ups
Could you share the paint code details? Or anyone else who has done a full restore and cabinet paint job?
Paint info from my WW restore:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/QsFhLR5zoZo2W8kt9
https://photos.app.goo.gl/y28KRtKHvyrBoLqn6
I took the decal kit to Home Depot and they scanned it and that was that.
Quoted from pencilneck:Paint info from my WW restore:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/QsFhLR5zoZo2W8kt9
https://photos.app.goo.gl/y28KRtKHvyrBoLqn6
I took the decal kit to Home Depot and they scanned it and that was that.
So what kind of paint did you end up using?
Quoted from punkin:If you miss having morons around, then maybe.
you didn't have to invite the guys that did it over for supper. 
Quoted from ccbiggsoo7:you didn't have to invite the guys that did it over for supper.
Threw someone out of my place and told her not to come back one day for writing in the dust on one of my unregistered motorcycles.
Quoted from John_In_WI:So what kind of paint did you end up using?
Behr from Home Depot.
Quoted from fossmin:I bought a set of new ramps from Starship Fantasies. Where does this sticker go? Neither of my old ramps has this sticker on it.
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Don't see it on mine and then found this. Guess it's a mystery.
https://www.aussiearcade.com/topic/98011-whirlwind-ramp-decal-mystery/
and this
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/whirlwind-decal
The missing middle section reminds of the shooter lane indention, but obviously that wouldn't work. Maybe we're missing something simple.
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