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**Reel Slots** Gaming Machines => Other Reel Games => Topic started by: indianaguy on November 29, 2023, 09:17:08 AM
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Hi, excuse me if I'm not posting this in the right place. I recently acquired a Pace 8 Star slot machine that works, however I don't have the key to open up the back. Could I be lucky enough to find a key? Do I need to drill it out? Just kind of wondering if it's worth fixing up. It's super cool, my father-in-law wanted to buy it! I honestly have no idea how much it's worth, ebay doesn't tell me much. I guess I'm just wondering what it might be worth? Without seeing the guts it might be hard to determine, probably original. Just looking for any advice on what to do. Sell as is, if it's not that great of a slot machine? Or this is awesome, and maybe investing money into the back will bring up the value? Sorry I'm rambling here, any help is appreciated!
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Welcome to the site. I moved your post to the appropriate topic. I also rotated your picture . Nice machine. Hopefully someone can help with the key. A picture of the rear lock area may help also
Thanks,
Wayne
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Thanks for the quick reply Wayne, I appreciate it. Thanks for rotating the picture as well! I'll try to get a picture of the back, I don't even want to admit how long it took me to upload that picture. Not very tech savy here to say the least. Yeah I guess I'm just looking to get into the thing, would love to see the "guts" in action. I appreciate the help, thanks again!
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Welcome to the forum!
Can you please post a shot of the back, showing the lock?
You should keep it! It's a wonderful piece of history. I'll have another more knowledgable member chime in soon.
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indianaguy,
Welcome to the forum. That is a nice Pace machine. I would try to keep it if I were you. You did not state if it plays and pays. Regarding the lock, please post a photo showing the back door lock as shortrackskater suggested. Most of us agree that drilling is a last resort. I think we are gluten for punishment and enjoy the challenge of lock picking.
As for price. It always varies a bit. But I know of one that sold yesterday at auction in PA for $1,150.00.
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$1,150! Wow, that's crazy. Thank you for letting me know. Yes I have thought about picking the lock, but I honestly don't know if I have ever tried to pick a lock that size, so I'm sure I would be horrible at it. I've attached a picture of the back. My father-in-law played it for about 10 pulls one day and it payed out what it should. The only problem is the coin holder looks to be getting pretty full. Not sure how many more nickels I could put in before it was totally full. Thanks for all the fast replies, I really appreciate it. I'll attach a picture of the back.
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Here's a close up of the lock.
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if you can't pick the lock, your local locksmith should be able to open it quickly as well as rekey or supply a new lock also. When I was in public school, the custodian was a locksmith. He showed me how quickly he could open a wafer lock and rekey it. Used a lock turner and pick tool.
Thanks,
Wayne
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Let 63mini made a reply to this as well, but it appears to be an original lock.
I'd strongly suggest to try picking it. I learned lock picking on YouTube and, after some practice, I can pick a LOT of locks now. But Ed will know more details on this particular lock. Original locks add more value to your machine, and those locks alone can sell from $70 to a few hundred dollars depending on scarcity.
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Thanks Wayne, I'll see if I can find a guy around here, I'm sure it would be no problem for someone who knows what they are doing. I hate to drill it out because it looks original, or at least has some age to it. New locks just will probably ruin the look. Thanks again guys!
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Ok, thank you shortrackskater for the fast replies. I would love to learn to pick a lock, sounds fun, and I need something to keep me busy this winter. Of course, the answer is always waiting on youtube.
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Ok, thank you shortrackskater for the fast replies. I would love to learn to pick a lock, sounds fun, and I need something to keep me busy this winter. Of course, the answer is always waiting on youtube.
Sending you some links. Check your PM's.
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Honestly, I cannot say for certain if it's an original machine lock. I am leaning towards it's a replacement. There are no stamped marking on the face of the lock such as yale, corbin, ilco or others. Also, if you zoom in on the photo the inside of the lock is too clean. I would say try to pick it as it should be an easy one. Sorry I couldn't be of better assistance on this one.
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When you replace your wiper blades on your vehicle, check to see if the old ones have the stainless inserts in the rubber blade. These make good tools.
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