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Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« on: August 28, 2017, 06:41:49 PM »
Hi everyone,

I am new to this so I hope I do not screw up. I just purchased a Bally Model 1117 Monte Carlo and I can not find any information about this machine. I have only been able to find a couple of videos on youtube and nothing else, what gives ? this is my first slot and of course it will not run. the lights come on but it does not register coins but yet the pull handle light is on..
I have been trying to find schematics and or a user manual or something to get me started trying to figure this thing out, This machine is a 5 reel and it has reel lock buttons. If anyone has any info or can point me in the right direction I would truly appreciate it, or maybe you now someone in north Carolina that might be able to repair it...

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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #1 on: August 28, 2017, 08:36:09 PM »
Hi Dave and welcome to New Life Games  :wave: ..


Nice find.. I've been looking for one of these Bally's for my collection. Your not going to find a manual just for your game. Your best bet is to find or download a basic Bally EM manual. This will give the basic information on how they work. Most machine use the same basic operating system. The biggest things are to clean the beau plugs, these are the plugs that connect the hopper, reels etc to the cabinet. Then the white air cylinder on the right side of the reels. Then check the relays and blade switch contacts. Of course if this seems like a lot of work, I'd be interested in it.. :cool_thumb_up: :yes:
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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #2 on: August 28, 2017, 08:52:49 PM »
Thank you very much for the information, I will find a basic manual and go from there. Would it be considered a 1000 series machine or is it in its own class? I have never done any work on one of these so its going to be a challenge, is this machine scarce ? and if so how would I find the right parts if I need some. Sorry for all the questions, and thanks, its like trying to read Greek when I look inside the thing

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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #3 on: August 29, 2017, 03:41:03 AM »
They did make a . 1117 EM Monte Carlo machine for export to Denmark a few pictures would help us be certain what it is open the door and take a picture of the inside otherwise you'll just need the basic manual for the E M machine have you built a couple of hundred they get really easy to work on get us some pictures so we can identify for sure it is the machine in this picture I showed and we can talk you through almost any repair there are many people on here with a lot of knowledge

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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #4 on: August 29, 2017, 12:50:24 PM »
My Monte Carlo has a 1166 tag on it from Dublin?
Fun machine to play, with the bonus rounds.
If you need any inside Pictures let me know.
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« Last Edit: September 07, 2017, 07:27:58 PM by Krazoj10 »

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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #5 on: August 29, 2017, 02:35:13 PM »
What a cracker that is, I would say rare, nice one!
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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #6 on: August 29, 2017, 07:15:48 PM »
Ok, I am going to try and add some pictures, here we go


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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #7 on: August 29, 2017, 07:43:10 PM »
That is one beautiful machine it shows you are in the u.s. where did you find an export only machines have you plugged it in have someone rewired it for 1:10 it says on the tag 220 volt and please open the door and take a picture it is beautiful

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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #8 on: August 29, 2017, 08:08:05 PM »
I bought this from a friend in New York city, He bought the contents of a house and this was one of the items in the house. I have plugged it in and all it does is light up, it will not take any coins and until recently the handle was stuck in the down position, I was able to figure out how to release that handle from some posts found here. From what I was told the original owner use to play this machine and it was suppose to work but it does not.

I have no experience working on EM games, I have several non working EM pinball machines that I have been tinkering with so I have some knowledge about coils and leaf switches but that is about it. I have noticed inside this machine that it has some what looks like tilt switches and they all appear to be bent over so they all are making contact, I will try and get some photos of those posted tomorrow.

I have seen where several people say that this machine is rare and if so I am not sure I am the one who should be trying to figure out how to fix it, I could do more harm than good, does anyone have any idea what this might be worth as it sits ?

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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #9 on: August 29, 2017, 08:15:37 PM »
It is a beautiful machine as far as what it is worth not working not restored who knows you found the right person the sky may be the limit if you're tired of messing with it you're happy to get whatever you get out of it go to my Facebook page a year ago or so I posted some videos they will tell you more on basic troubleshooting and servicing that machine then I can on here I recently had some pretty serious health issues so I don't get on here as much as I would like to I would never let that machine go hell I would probably never let any machine go fix it you will learn as you go and it's a fine machine it will give you many years of pleasure anyway go to my Facebook page go down quite a ways there are two videos video 1 and video 2 the tech is amazing he's not a movie star he has a hellacious Lee bad sense of humor but he has one good text I have acquired over a hundred machines from him you will learn so much you will fall in love with these machines and next thing you know you will have 50 at your house

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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #10 on: August 29, 2017, 08:39:13 PM »
I do love this machine, even though it does not work, I am going to look at some of the material on here and see where it takes me, thanks for your input and taking the time to reply, hope you get to feeling better,

God Bless

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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #11 on: August 29, 2017, 09:06:01 PM »
Dave, 
Jon is a great teacher when it comes to these machines. I've met him personally, and he even has one of my machines at his house for repairs. My friend Jeff picked up one of these here for $600 in non working condition. Feel free to give me a call if I can help you with this machine. I'm retired and tinker on machine to keep me busy. I'll send you a PM, ( private message ) with my phone number..


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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #12 on: August 31, 2017, 09:45:41 AM »
A couple of thing you can do to test a machine.
You can simulate an inserted coin by using the coin in switch, see photo.
Also the handle release lever can be pulled to the front of the machine.
This will enable you to pull the handle to check the reel mechanism.
When machines sit for a long period of time the grease/lubricants will harden.
Thus causing the reels to not spin or not stop if they do spin.
Check all the cross shafts, bushings and parts under the reels for movement.
Shafts and bushings should spin freely, parts mounted on shafts should have some side to side movement.
This includes all self adjusting ratchet wheels.
Once the machine is moving, checking the rest of the machine will be easier to do.

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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #13 on: September 01, 2017, 07:11:31 AM »
Thank you all for the information, I am going to start to check it out sometime over the weekend and will let you know what I find, once again thank you to everyone who has taken the time to help me figure this out...

Dave

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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #14 on: September 03, 2017, 08:16:29 PM »
Hi Dave give me a call I'm scott Phone number 760-613-1080
You probably saw my videos on YouTube I go by ballyslots-ballyslots
I have 2 monte carlo games myself and I consider myself an expert on bally em export models I can help you get it going
I'm in the Chicago area
Also if you choose to sell your game
Please contact me I usually pay more  $$ than the other guys




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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #15 on: September 08, 2017, 04:34:01 PM »
Ok, finally had a chance to sit down and take a good look inside this puppy and it looks to me that the payout counter is missing (not sure where to find one of those), there are several cut wires and what looks like maybe some things missing in the upper cabinet. I got the handle to pull but not very easily and the reals do not spine, 4 of the 5 will spin by hand but the 5th one will not, I am going to remove the unit and see if maybe one of the reels are stuck in locked mode.
I did notice that the pull handle gears are covered in thick sticky grease, is it possible to remove the handle unit and spray it down with some brake cleaner and degrease it or is that to harsh?
I will have some photos to put up later tonight or Saturday after noon... thanks

In the mean time I bought a Bally V2000 Money Honey that is in working condition so I could have something to play for now, Would anyone happen to have a V2000 manual as i can not figure out how to turn down the volume and when it sits for awhile it plays some really crappy music really loud, any help would be great, Thanks again

Dave

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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #16 on: September 08, 2017, 05:09:07 PM »
Hi Dave
if the hopper has wires sticking out and no wiper board you might have a big problem
I'm going to take pictures of my game so you can compare the two
Also your serial tag isn't correct
You have an Australian monte carlo
The tag should say
1117-1
Serial number should be between 1 - 150
Bally made monte carlo games for Australia with serial numbers between 1-150 denmark with danish glass with serial numbers between 151-300 and England with different pay schedule serial numbers 301 and up

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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #17 on: September 08, 2017, 05:28:26 PM »
That would be great, I will watch for your photos, thanks

Dave

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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #18 on: September 08, 2017, 05:41:17 PM »
Here's some pictures for you hope it helps
These are pictures of my game

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Re: Bally model 1117 Monte Carlo
« Reply #19 on: September 08, 2017, 05:46:16 PM »
If you are having trouble give me a call or email me
Scottcindysammy@gmail.com
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I can send you pictures of all the wires and parts inside a monte carlo

 

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