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Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 18, 2024, 08:40:31 PM
Inquire about this: 1991 IGT Double diamond need some help, I have a guy wanting to sell it for $350.00. I don't think it's worth $350.00, so I have offered him $150.00. It has been on the internet for sale for a while now, so I have been trying to explain it isn't worth much.
Question:
Is the IGT slot machine worth restoring, or not.
Is it worth only $150.00 or am I wrong, if I am wrong what is it worth.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond need some help
Post by: shortrackskater on April 19, 2024, 08:41:32 AM
It's hard to tell by those photos whether it's just dirty with surface rust, or if it's pitted where it would need re-plating.
Has the seller stated if it works or not? I'm assuming no but some S plus fixes are quite easy! And it's a "nudge" machine which are much more fun than the regular 'ol Double Diamond.
I'd pay $200 for it, provided the machine just needs minor repairs and a good cleaning. Some parts though, like the MPU are getting more expensive to replace. I'd seen them on eBay for $30 but now the prices have gone up. We still have members here though that would give sell one at a fair price.  :yes:
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 19, 2024, 10:19:47 AM
It's hard to tell by those photos whether it's just dirty with surface rust, or if it's pitted where it would need re-plating.
Has the seller stated if it works or not? I'm assuming no but some S plus fixes are quite easy! And it's a "nudge" machine which are much more fun than the regular 'ol Double Diamond.
I'd pay $200 for it, provided the machine just needs minor repairs and a good cleaning. Some parts though, like the MPU are getting more expensive to replace. I'd seen them on eBay for $30 but now the prices have gone up. We still have members here though that would give sell one at a fair price.  :yes:

"Supposedly" works free play. So, it's a good candidate for a builder.  It's a S plus?
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 19, 2024, 02:29:24 PM
Photos before restoration.
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 19, 2024, 02:32:00 PM
Photos before restoration.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond need some help
Post by: shortrackskater on April 19, 2024, 08:05:50 PM
Definitely needs a LOT of cleaning. And it's missing the coin comparitor/wiring harness, etc., the chute to the hopper, the hopper, and coin tray. That's going to cost a few $$$'s
I'd check with Jim on parts cost/availability. There's a couple more vendors here that carry more parts as well.
Photos are of my S plus to show interior.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond need some help
Post by: sixcardmark on April 19, 2024, 09:06:55 PM
That is the old style cabinet that had no BV.  It does have a coin mech. 
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 20, 2024, 06:44:13 AM
Definitely needs a LOT of cleaning. And it's missing the coin comparitor/wiring harness, etc., the chute to the hopper, the hopper, and coin tray. That's going to cost a few $$$'s
I'd check with Jim on parts cost/availability. There's a couple more vendors here that carry more parts as well.

Thanks! Great!

BTW:
Thanks, please keep inputting information.  :thank_you:
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 20, 2024, 06:46:06 AM
That is the old style cabinet that had no BV.  It does have a coin mech.

Good news. 

BTW:
Please keep inputting information.  :thank_you:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond need some help
Post by: sixcardmark on April 20, 2024, 07:54:23 AM
It does have a coin chute.  What does the mpu board look like?  Hard time finding a replacement for it for under $100 these days.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond need some help
Post by: shortrackskater on April 20, 2024, 08:21:19 AM
It does have a coin chute.  What does the mpu board look like?  Hard time finding a replacement for it for under $100 these days.

Oops!  :duh: I see those parts now. I think I was just focusing on the rust!
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond need some help
Post by: sixcardmark on April 20, 2024, 08:29:07 AM
Yes the rust is bad. The power supply and motherboard may be in very bad shape too.
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 20, 2024, 12:06:54 PM
Yes the rust is bad. The power supply and motherboard may be in very bad shape too.

 I will take care of it, it will be just like new condition. I have had a whole lot worse.
It powers up.
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 20, 2024, 12:09:45 PM
It does have a coin chute.  What does the mpu board look like?  Hard time finding a replacement for it for under $100 these days.

Oops!  :duh: I see those parts now. I think I was just focusing on the rust!

We're always good, I'm starting the tear down process now. I must be crazy to start working on a basket case again. The only good thing is I have 5 machines with all my notes on them. That makes things go easier having references on parts, cleaners, wiring, etc.   :cateyes:
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 20, 2024, 12:22:17 PM
I have Molex connectors, the tools, etc. for the older Bally machines. What I need is a source for Molex connectors for the IGT. Anyone can help me out with a link would be awesome.  :thank_you:
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 20, 2024, 02:33:33 PM
Takedown:

MPU looks in good condition, the 2004 battery need to be replaced.
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 20, 2024, 02:36:13 PM
Takedown: MPU looks really good, just a good cleaning.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus REBUILDING
Post by: Stayouttadabunker on April 20, 2024, 03:08:58 PM
How in the world do leaves get in a slot machine? lol

On the plus side, your MPU looks fine...you better stop the corrosion to the floor-mounted motherboard, and the power supply before they get any worse.
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 20, 2024, 04:53:38 PM
How in the world do leaves get in a slot machine? lol

On the plus side, your MPU looks fine...you better stop the corrosion to the floor-mounted motherboard, and the power supply before they get any worse.

 :thank_you:
Complete restoration of the slot machine. I am in the process of disassembling the slot machine. Everything is going to be completely cleaned, serviced, replaced, repaired.
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 20, 2024, 04:58:45 PM
Takedown, the reel glass has to be replaced, the coin assembly is in poor condition, the fluorescent light assembly is removed and a LED  fluorescent is going to be installed.
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 20, 2024, 05:02:49 PM
More takedown, removal of the handle assembly, the meters.
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 20, 2024, 05:11:06 PM
How in the world do leaves get in a slot machine? lol

On the plus side, your MPU looks fine...you better stop the corrosion to the floor-mounted motherboard, and the power supply before they get any worse.

I've been dealing with a druggie for about 2 weeks, he thought it was worth $400.00, I finally got him at $200.00. I met him at McDonald's, in the parking lot at 09:00 AM and made the exchange. And no I am not worried about my safety, I carry a Glock 9mm hollow points, full magazine. My law enforcement experience makes me paranoid, so I take precautions.  :yes:
Title: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 20, 2024, 07:44:10 PM
More photos.

Pure surface rust, easy peasy. I was able to clean the interior of the cabinet after it was void of anything.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 22, 2024, 06:31:24 AM
This is a mess, coin mechanism assembly. It is incorrect for the quarter machine, parts are missing, I am going to source everything for a quarter machine, including the quarter block
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: shortrackskater on April 22, 2024, 09:13:23 AM
Hopefully you can get that corrosion/rust off it. Hope it's just on the surface and not pitted.
And definitely hope it's not a "Katrina" machine!  :arrowthruhead:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 22, 2024, 06:15:43 PM
Hopefully you can get that corrosion/rust off it. Hope it's just on the surface and not pitted.
And definitely hope it's not a "Katrina" machine!  :arrowthruhead:

You know that its easy peasy for me, all ready removed the rust, now its a matter of restoration. Tally-ho the fun is just beginning.  :snoopy4: :snoopy4: :snoopy4:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 23, 2024, 09:02:32 AM
Let's begin restoring the machine.
New LED bulb for the top, interior is clean, starting fresh! Installing the wiring harness.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: jay on April 23, 2024, 09:48:06 AM
Looks factory new....
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 23, 2024, 05:28:57 PM
Keep working....

Thankfully, none of the wires were butchered, nothing is really jacked up. Just a whole lot of cleaning to do.  :Tongue_Out:
The wiring harness is installed, parts are installed back into the machine.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 24, 2024, 10:11:35 AM
More restoration of the machine. Kinda like a tinker toy.  :rotfl:
Bottom of the machine assembly, the door assembly.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 24, 2024, 10:14:56 AM
I need to locate a reel glass.  FOUND IT.  :thank_you:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 24, 2024, 04:40:54 PM
Upgrades on the lighting to LED, A much better lighting system for these "modern" machines.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 24, 2024, 07:07:40 PM
So, I have this piece of plastic and damn it's ugly. I decided to put it in the dishwasher and see what happens. And yes I removed it from the steel plate.  :Tongue_Out:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 25, 2024, 06:21:04 AM
The plastic after the dishwasher, WOW!
Instead of pop rivets, I am assembling it with screws, nuts, lock washers.  :applause:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 25, 2024, 12:56:43 PM
Restoration of the door continued.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 25, 2024, 04:51:48 PM
More work.
After working on the buttons, button plate, I figured I'd replace these buttons they are rather pathetic. Another ABLOY lock keyed up to the slot machine, this makes it easier to work on all of the machines with one key for everything.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: sixcardmark on April 25, 2024, 05:20:41 PM
The backside of that coin head looks pretty big, I believe it was still a dollar denom??
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 26, 2024, 05:37:49 AM
The backside of that coin head looks pretty big, I believe it was still a dollar denom??

That's where I am leaning toward.  :Tongue_Out:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 26, 2024, 07:00:50 PM
Handle pull.... complete take down, cleaned, serviced, lubricated.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 26, 2024, 07:02:54 PM
Handle pull....
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 26, 2024, 07:05:08 PM
Handle pull disassembly, cleaned up, assembled.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 26, 2024, 07:10:11 PM
I have a worn part on the handle pull, its a stop piece. It would be awesome to locate another one.

Handle stop bumper.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: shortrackskater on April 27, 2024, 09:19:13 AM
I have a worn part on the handle pull, its a stop piece. It would be awesome to locate another one.

Handle stop bumper.

Don't forget our sponsor page. I "arrowed" the ones that might have it.  :yes:
You can also put a WTB ad in the classifieds.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 27, 2024, 11:07:57 AM
I have a worn part on the handle pull, its a stop piece. It would be awesome to locate another one.

Handle stop bumper.

Don't forget our sponsor page. I "arrowed" the ones that might have it.  :yes:
You can also put a WTB ad in the classifieds.

Alan at K-LAR has been a great provider of parts and knowledge. Hopefully I don’t wear out the welcome mat.

 :24:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 27, 2024, 04:29:39 PM
Front reel glass replaced with NOS from Azslot. It's absolutely stunning.  :thank_you:


The pieces that were taped into place in the old reel glass were a PITA to clean the tape off, all of the three were IGT factory original with the numbers.  :banghead:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 27, 2024, 06:09:20 PM
Interior door assembly, getting the wiring harness installed, the old fluorescent light assembly has been removed from the machine for the LED.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 28, 2024, 04:55:12 PM
I got the speaker installed with the cover. I also put a connector making it more efficient if I need to replace the speaker.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 28, 2024, 04:58:23 PM
This panel is in good condition, except for the yellow. I have some GE86 bulbs on order these are obviously burned out.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 29, 2024, 11:22:13 AM
Working on the belly glass, I've noticed that the glass has a issue, its resting on the steel door, so I put down felt spacers to protect it from chipping, breaking.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 29, 2024, 11:34:58 AM
Reels cleaning, setting the tapes in place, I found out from reading the manual about the alignment pins on the reels, for alignment of the tape when replacing them.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 29, 2024, 05:54:00 PM
Reels installed, wiring harness routed, the reels are secured by the wiring plug coming in from the bottom of the reels. The inside door panel installed, the light is attached to the inside of the panel, I installed LED lights.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 30, 2024, 08:46:56 AM
Decals.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 30, 2024, 08:49:00 AM
More work cleaning, handle installation, reset lock installation,
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 30, 2024, 03:47:37 PM
Now this is awesome, the reels are in place and each o e is labeled.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 30, 2024, 07:44:13 PM
MPU service, cleaned the part, being real careful, installed the part, and plugged the wiring harness into the part.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 30, 2024, 07:45:57 PM
MPU service. 
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 30, 2024, 07:49:51 PM
Putting it back together.
I have a couple of plugs on the door that don't go to anything.  :Scratch-Head:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: Stayouttadabunker on April 30, 2024, 08:23:25 PM
Zip-tie them back up into the door harness.... you may not need them.
The harness with the black Molex, is for a multi-line reel glass display panel.
The other smaller harness with the rust-colored connector is for... I don't recall what it's for, but you don't need it right now.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 30, 2024, 08:32:08 PM
Zip-tie them back up into the door harness.... you may not need them.
The harness with the black Molex, is for a multi-line reel glass display panel.
The other smaller harness with the rust-colored connector is for... I don't recall what it's for, but you don't need it right now.

Thanks will get it buttoned up. Nice to see you are checking up on me.  :24:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on April 30, 2024, 11:26:00 PM
Working on the MPU.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 01, 2024, 05:32:22 AM
MPU battery service.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: shortrackskater on May 01, 2024, 08:20:19 AM
Wondering why you removed the battery holder?  :Scratch-Head:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 01, 2024, 08:51:12 AM
Wondering why you removed the battery holder?  :Scratch-Head:

My clarification, apologies, removed the battery, installed a battery holder.  :fryingpan:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 01, 2024, 04:00:57 PM
More parts reinstalled, labeled parts. Reset key switch, volume control, line filter, bus bar.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 01, 2024, 04:02:37 PM
More parts installed, labeled parts.
Coin chute, reset button.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 02, 2024, 02:30:51 PM
Still working away, the upper cabinet, glass, light are complete.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: knagl on May 02, 2024, 09:51:54 PM
It's looking really nice. You truly are bringing new life to an old game.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 03, 2024, 05:31:18 AM
It's looking really nice. You truly are bringing new life to an old game.

 :thank_you:
Thanks, I take my time and eventually it comes together. I post photo's for other people who may have a S+ looking for a reference.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 03, 2024, 05:54:31 AM
The candle is a important part of the machine, it helps diagnose any issues with the system. It's Kinda like Morse code.
I sourced it through Tim, Sunrise Slot Machine.

 :dancing_party: :dancing_party: :dancing_party:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 03, 2024, 01:25:53 PM
I've sourced a coin tray and the power cord from Alan at K-LAR slots, its being shipped.  :thank_you:


The old power cord looked like it went through the blender.  :duh:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 04, 2024, 10:05:36 AM
Working on the buttons, what a mess, the three small ones are working great, the two large ones are all screwed up. The plastic fingers just crumbled on the two large ones, and I need too locate replacements.
I have one wire that is just kicking my ass (see picture), I don't see it anywhere in my pictures, It's a green/yellow wire with a pin connector.  :banghead:

I ordered up a set of buttons, however  they just won't work, the connections are huge, the buttons are ugly.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 04, 2024, 02:42:04 PM
On to cleaning up the encoder. The encoder had a $1 set up, I changed it to 25¢. I don't know if this will work, but I will give it a shot.  :24:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: 63mini on May 04, 2024, 05:06:46 PM
David Walz,

 The green/yellow wire will go to the silver stud/pin on the button.  I have attached a picture of yours showing the location.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 04, 2024, 05:28:41 PM
David Walz,

 The green/yellow wire will go to the silver stud/pin on the button.  I have attached a picture of yours showing the location.


OK.
Thanks!
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: Stayouttadabunker on May 05, 2024, 11:37:02 AM
On to cleaning up the encoder. The encoder had a $1 set up, I changed it to 25¢. I don't know if this will work, but I will give it a shot.  :24:

You would normally have to:
1). Change the black plastic encoder coin guide to one that has the guide to force quarters to the left, so they fall between the infrared beams of the ABC optics.
2). Swap the coin head on the door to where the coin slot is smaller.
3). Install a larger diameter wheel shelf on the coin hopper plate where the quarter would sit higher up to be read by the hopper optics, and re-adjusting the wheel knife to sit on top of the shelf.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 05, 2024, 12:30:02 PM
On to cleaning up the encoder. The encoder had a $1 set up, I changed it to 25¢. I don't know if this will work, but I will give it a shot.  :24:

You would normally have to:
1). Change the black plastic encoder coin guide to one that has the guide to force quarters to the left, so they fall between the infrared beams of the ABC optics.
2). Swap the coin head on the door to where the coin slot is smaller.
3). Install a larger diameter wheel shelf on the coin hopper plate where the quarter would sit higher up to be read by the hopper optics, and re-adjusting the wheel knife to sit on top of the shelf.

Yes, it was a $1 slot machine in a former life. It's been reincarnated to a quarter.

I changed out the quarter encoder guide, however I don't know if the electronics are going to function.
The quarter coin block is coming in the mail from Lisa a forum member.
Alan from K-LAR is getting me a quarter coin comparator ready to go, as we speak.
The quarter hopper is being sourced from Jim at Midway Slots, it should be ready to plug in when I receive it.

And a partridge in a pear tree.  :Top_Award:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 05, 2024, 12:47:59 PM
Getting the garage cleaned up for the next phase of the machine.....

As the saying goes, you've come a long ways baby.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 05, 2024, 02:58:57 PM
Just an update on the slot machine, and specifically the coin system.

When I purchased this train wreck, "supposedly" its on free play, no coins needed to play. I have no idea what it does since the 110v cord is shredded. What I determined is that it was set up on a Ike dollar coin.

The coin assembly was obviously damaged, so I decided to start over with a sourced quarter block, I rebuild the acceptor to a quarter, sourced a quarter coin comparator, sourced a quarter hopper. Easy peasy.  :yes:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: shortrackskater on May 06, 2024, 08:02:47 AM
There's a skeleton in your garage! Bad neighbor?  :rotfl:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 06, 2024, 09:14:16 AM
There's a skeleton in your garage! Bad neighbor?  :rotfl:

Nope, bad mother.  :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

 :Top_Award: :Top_Award: :Top_Award:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 06, 2024, 03:17:27 PM
I have some of the coin assembly parts that came in the mail. Also the reset key came in the mail.
Encoder, coin block, coin acceptor bracket.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 09, 2024, 02:21:32 PM
We're zooming. The candle is attached, plugged in.  :applause:


I sourced it through Tim, Sunrise Slot Machine.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 09, 2024, 02:25:43 PM
Next is the coin comparator, Alan from K-LAR sourced one. .  :thank_you:

Alan has come through for me on parts all of the time.  :dancing_party:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 09, 2024, 02:42:53 PM
Picked up the pigtail for the CC-16.  :applause:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 10, 2024, 07:31:57 AM
Having to wait on parts in Alaska is like being tortured at Christmas time. You know it's coming, you just have to be patient.  :soapbox_3:

USPS is the only way to have parts shipped up here cheap, cost effective, however it's a slow moving postage system. And we're not in an emergency so I just have to wait. I never had two slot machines needing repairs at once, so trying to keep it together is a challenge.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: shortrackskater on May 10, 2024, 08:41:20 AM
Having to wait on parts in Alaska is like being tortured at Christmas time. You know it's coming, you just have to be patient.  :soapbox_3:

USPS is the only way to have parts shipped up here cheap, cost effective, however it's a slow moving postage system. And we're not in an emergency so I just have to wait. I never had two slot machines needing repairs at once, so trying to keep it together is a challenge.

Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 10, 2024, 02:42:51 PM
Having to wait on parts in Alaska is like being tortured at Christmas time. You know it's coming, you just have to be patient.  :soapbox_3:

USPS is the only way to have parts shipped up here cheap, cost effective, however it's a slow moving postage system. And we're not in an emergency so I just have to wait. I never had two slot machines needing repairs at once, so trying to keep it together is a challenge.
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Absolutely slower than snail snot.  :rotfl:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 11, 2024, 03:38:36 PM
We have a package in the mail today.  :mail_2:
The coin tray and the 110v electrical cord.

 :wav: :wav: :wav:

Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 11, 2024, 03:39:18 PM
 :thank_you:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 11, 2024, 06:01:57 PM
I have no idea what this is for, I installed it correctly. Looks like a deck vent from the Titanic.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: sixcardmark on May 11, 2024, 08:05:15 PM
That's for a full hopper bypass to another plastic black piece to route the overflow of coins into the stand thru a hole in the bottom of machine.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 12, 2024, 07:18:27 AM
That's for a full hopper bypass to another plastic black piece to route the overflow of coins into the stand thru a hole in the bottom of machine.

What is interesting is that a S+ machine wide body diagram calls for this exact part and location of this "hopper bypass, however this is not over the bypass or money drop location. I understand that these IGT S+ has many variations that it's impossible to keep up with the changes. If you are correct and it is in the wrong location, I can remedy that fairly easy.

The bottom money drop is really important for this machine I utilize all of the money drop on all of my machines. 

Thanks
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: sixcardmark on May 12, 2024, 08:20:36 AM
Where is the overflow hole on your intermediate cabinet?  I have never had one.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 12, 2024, 09:02:38 AM
Where is the overflow hole on your intermediate cabinet?  I have never had one.

Just moved the Titanic vent over, and it looks factory. I am in perfect alignment with the door coin drop and the bottom hole in the machine.
I can fabricate, modify, slicker than snot.  :rotfl:
  :wav: :wav:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: sixcardmark on May 12, 2024, 09:30:34 AM
Titanic lol  I thought it looked like a bathtub.   
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 12, 2024, 10:21:09 AM
Titanic lol  I thought it looked like a bathtub.

Nope, Titanic.  :rotfl:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 13, 2024, 09:00:52 AM
I was finally able to read the game prom.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 13, 2024, 07:55:23 PM
HELP NEEDED!
Regarding this IGT S+.
The previous owner stated it was on free play. I haven't started this machine yet, however I need to reset the machine to using a coin.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: jay on May 13, 2024, 08:26:52 PM
Unlike a pinball or other arcade game, There is no such thing as free play on a S+ as a function.

There are various hacks that people have concocted.
Most involve using the cash credit button to add a credit.
Or setting the bill validator to be 1c so you add 100 credits for a dollar
Then disabling the ability to cash out. Some people go as far as removing the hopper and installing a hopper simulator.

If you have an unmodified coin comparitor and optic board you have probably already undone what was modified.

Have you acquired a SET and Clear chip ?
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 13, 2024, 08:49:35 PM
Unlike a pinball or other arcade game, There is no such thing as free play on a S+ as a function.

There are various hacks that people have concocted.
Most involve using the cash credit button to add a credit.
Or setting the bill validator to be 1c so you add 100 credits for a dollar
Then disabling the ability to cash out. Some people go as far as removing the hopper and installing a hopper simulator.

If you have an unmodified coin comparitor and optic board you have probably already undone what was modified.

Have you acquired a SET and Clear chip ?

I have sourced a 25¢ coin comparator from Alan at K-LAR slots.
I have a 25¢ hopper being sent to me.
I haven't acquired a SET and clear chip. I read that using a clear chip was a last resort for the S+. I will order one from Alan at K-LAR slots.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: jay on May 13, 2024, 09:01:59 PM
The most common event that occurs (requiring a clear) is when you do a battery change and the CMOS gets corrupted. You can’t move beyond the error 61.

If you do a game change you get a 61 error due to a changed game chip. You hold the small white button until you hear a ding. The error becomes a 61-1 you close the door and it clears and the game is ready to play.

When the cmos gets corrupted the 61 becomes a 61-1, then a 61 and (reaper, repeat, repeat) and never goes away.

You can search the forum for 61 loop.


The set chip is needed to activate the bill validator and to set the denomination. Ie how many credits for a buck.

You need to use this after each game change or after using a clear chip.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 14, 2024, 06:04:56 AM
The most common event that occurs (requiring a clear) is when you do a battery change and the CMOS gets corrupted. You can’t move beyond the error 61.

If you do a game change you get a 61 error due to a changed game chip. You hold the small white button until you hear a ding. The error becomes a 61-1 you close the door and it clears and the game is ready to play.

When the cmos gets corrupted the 61 becomes a 61-1, then a 61 and (reaper, repeat, repeat) and never goes away.

You can search the forum for 61 loop.

The set chip is needed to activate the bill validator and to set the denomination. Ie how many credits for a buck.

You need to use this after each game change or after using a clear chip.


That makes perfect sense. I will order it today from Alan at K-LAR
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: jay on May 14, 2024, 06:28:29 AM
There is a variety of Set chips.
If you grab the PSR for your game chip.
It will tell you which set chip is appropriate.
It also documents all of the various options for changing credit limits, hopper limit, reel sounds, etc

As a contributing member you have access to the download section which has all the PSR’s

We also have the PAR sheets for your reel chip. This documents the reel strip numbers, payback percentages, payout variability etc.

Ricks FAQs (main page) mid bottom - right has instructions on how to use a set chip. Do a game change (ie handle the 61 error) and other interesting stuff.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 14, 2024, 02:20:21 PM
There is a variety of Set chips.
If you grab the PSR for your game chip.
It will tell you which set chip is appropriate.
It also documents all of the various options for changing credit limits, hopper limit, reel sounds, etc

As a contributing member you have access to the download section which has all the PSR’s

We also have the PAR sheets for your reel chip. This documents the reel strip numbers, payback percentages, payout variability etc.

Ricks FAQs (main page) mid bottom - right has instructions on how to use a set chip. Do a game change (ie handle the 61 error) and other interesting stuff.

Apologies, I am not a computer person, what is PSR?  :Scratch-Head:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 14, 2024, 02:47:23 PM
Getting the lower cabinet attached to the IGT. Using carriage bolts to secure both the slot machine and the cabinet.

Every day something gets done. :applause:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 14, 2024, 02:48:55 PM
Installation of the power cord, it goes inside of the cabinet.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: jay on May 14, 2024, 03:08:45 PM
A Reel chip which contains the theme of the machine is defined by a PAR sheet. PAR= Paytable and Reel.
This is basically a description of the game, %% payback, reel strip numbers, all the real and virtual stops how many coins like 2 coin or 5 coin etc. There are no options to set but it does define the game TYPE.

Type 0 means no special features where as a Type 2 would be a nudge game like double diamond deluxe where the reels nudge up or down based on the direction of the diamond. Other themes like Balloon Bars only nudge up, and Slam Dunk only nudge down.

Subsequently you need to use a game chip that supports the TYPE as defined by the reel chip -  almost all game chips support type 0 games while others pull support 0,2,5 etc

Each game chip basically contains an operating system.
You can set all sorts of machine options.
A PSR is a Program Summary Report that details what options there are and how to change those options.

For instance certain themes with a SP731 game chip would support a selection of 7 songs that play when you get a winning combination. The 1271 chip (much newer) is basically the same functionality but the song selection was dumped to make way for more accounting and statistical registers that the Nevada gaming board deemed mandatory.

The PSR would also tell you what SET chip to use. With the 1271 the set 90 chip can also be used to set an internal IGT progressive as well as allow compatibility with linked progressives (large overhead displays) that link a bank of machines together with a single shared progressive. With the 731 chip you use a basic SET 15 chip strictly for the bill validator.

Any S+ can be any theme and be a 1 coin, 2 coin, 3 coin, 5 coin, 1 line, 3 line, 5 line, 9line/9coin by simply having the matching Game and Reel chips along with the matching reel strips and glass.

There are also tournament chips that allow you to play as fast as you can for a set period of time or play a set number of credits. The combinations are pretty endless.

I have 3 S+ machines - two are the 9” top glass style (often called a chop top), and the other is the other 16” style. I have over 60 game kits and I have both 9” and 16” top glass for each.

Each machine has a IGT internal progressive that I use as the second award and then I have a linked progressive with a display in the player tracking bar of each machine and a 36” overhead display. I also have this linked into a PE+ video poker machine.


In a real casino you would never have a mix of slot and poker on the same progressive but it’s all compatible / doable and as I like to
say my basement my rules ….

In my last house I had an 18’ progressive sign over my bar but my current place is not conducive to
this so I am Still trying to figure out what to do with the spare parts that my wife will accept.


Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 14, 2024, 03:27:18 PM
A Reel chip which contains the theme of the machine is defined by a PAR sheet. PAR= Paytable and Reel.
This is basically a description of the game, %% payback, reel strip numbers, all the real and virtual stops how many coins like 2 coin or 5 coin etc. There are no options to set but it does define the game TYPE.

Type 0 means no special features where as a Type 2 would be a nudge game like double diamond deluxe where the reels nudge up or down based on the direction of the diamond. Other themes like Balloon Bars only nudge up, and Slam Dunk only nudge down.

Subsequently you need to use a game chip that supports the TYPE as defined by the reel chip -  almost all game chips support type 0 games while others pull support 0,2,5 etc

Each game chip basically contains an operating system.
You can set all sorts of machine options.
A PSR is a Program Summary Report that details what options there are and how to change those options.

For instance certain themes with a SP731 game chip would support a selection of 7 songs that play when you get a winning combination. The 1271 chip (much newer) is basically the same functionality but the song selection was dumped to make way for more accounting and statistical registers that the Nevada gaming board deemed mandatory.

The PSR would also tell you what SET chip to use. With the 1271 the set 90 chip can also be used to set an internal IGT progressive as well as allow compatibility with linked progressives (large overhead displays) that link a bank of machines together with a single shared progressive. With the 731 chip you use a basic SET 15 chip strictly for the bill validator.

Any S+ can be any theme and be a 1 coin, 2 coin, 3 coin, 5 coin, 1 line, 3 line, 5 line, 9line/9coin by simply having the matching Game and Reel chips along with the matching reel strips and glass.

There are also tournament chips that allow you to play as fast as you can for a set period of time or play a set number of credits. The combinations are pretty endless.

I have 3 S+ machines - two are the 9” top glass style (often called a chop top), and the other is the other 16” style. I have over 60 game kits and I have both 9” and 16” top glass for each.

Each machine has a IGT internal progressive that I use as the second award and then I have a linked progressive with a display in the player tracking bar of each machine and a 36” overhead display. I also have this linked into a PE+ video poker machine.


In a real casino you would never have a mix of slot and poker on the same progressive but it’s all compatible / doable and as I like to
say my basement my rules ….

In my last house I had an 18’ progressive sign over my bar but my current place is not conducive to
this so I am Still trying to figure out what to do with the spare parts that my wife will accept.

I believe I understand what you're saying, it make sense to me. The information I need is on the Game Prom, is that correct. SP611 is on the Game Prom.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: jay on May 14, 2024, 03:31:08 PM
Yes. You can find the document that describes the SP611 in the downloads but that is a very old chip and you might consider moving to a newer one in the future.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 14, 2024, 03:38:26 PM
Yes. You can find the document that describes the SP611 in the downloads but that is a very old chip and you might consider moving to a newer one in the future.

The Reel Prom, where do I look for that number.

 :thank_you:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: sixcardmark on May 14, 2024, 06:03:29 PM
(SS) Reel proms for DDD:

http://www.newlifegames.net/igtbible/IGT%203CM/Game%20Library%20-%20S-Plus%20-%20Double%20Diamond%20Deluxe%20(3%20Coin%20Multip.htm (http://www.newlifegames.net/igtbible/IGT%203CM/Game%20Library%20-%20S-Plus%20-%20Double%20Diamond%20Deluxe%20(3%20Coin%20Multip.htm)

Get either a SP731 or SP1271 for your DDD and SS chip from list above.  With SP1271 you can set credit and hopper limits separately, that's the one I use. Either SP chip will need a SET15 chip to enable BV and set the denom.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 14, 2024, 06:36:24 PM
(SS) Reel proms for DDD:

[url]http://www.newlifegames.net/igtbible/IGT%203CM/Game%20Library%20-%20S-Plus%20-%20Double%20Diamond%20Deluxe%20(3%20Coin%20Multip.htm[/url] ([url]http://www.newlifegames.net/igtbible/IGT%203CM/Game%20Library%20-%20S-Plus%20-%20Double%20Diamond%20Deluxe%20(3%20Coin%20Multip.htm)[/url]

Get either a SP731 or SP1271 for your DDD and SS chip from list above.  With SP1271 you can set credit and hopper limits separately, that's the one I use. Either SP chip will need a SET15 chip to enable BV and set the denom.


Thanks for everything.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: RobinAK on May 14, 2024, 08:22:47 PM
With SP1271 you can set credit and hopper limits separately, that's the one I use.


I like the SP1271 chip also. Here is link for settings using the 1271. http://newlifegames.com/nlg/index.php?topic=514.0 (http://newlifegames.com/nlg/index.php?topic=514.0)[/url NLG Member RB is the man for chips.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 15, 2024, 05:06:15 AM
With SP1271 you can set credit and hopper limits separately, that's the one I use.


I like the SP1271 chip also. Here is link for settings using the 1271. [url]http://newlifegames.com/nlg/index.php?topic=514.0[/url] ([url]http://newlifegames.com/nlg/index.php?topic=514.0[/url])[/url NLG Member RB is the man for chips.


Thanks
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 15, 2024, 12:20:11 PM
Just fabricated the replacement plastic pieces missing.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 15, 2024, 06:51:01 PM
Alan at K-LAR  sent me the clear chips, instructions. This will definitely help in reprogramming the IGT.

 :thank_you:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 16, 2024, 03:46:12 PM
Alan with K-LAR sent me door optics. Mine were not working.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 18, 2024, 09:22:31 AM
Important lighting information, the fluorescent LED has two makes, one needs a transformer to work, the other just plugs in without the transformer and starter.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 18, 2024, 02:06:50 PM
Getting closer to getting the slot machine working, I built a door optics override device. This way I can work on the machine with the door open, and the Molex connectors are exactly the same.  :yes:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 19, 2024, 09:42:23 AM
Getting the cabinet door fabricated, installed.  :applause:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 19, 2024, 01:48:25 PM
Cabinet door and lock, I built the door, and installed the lock. The lock is temporary, I have a ABLOY lock coming in, I will rekey it to the other 5 slot machines that are keyed alike. Reason why I am using a temporary lock, everything is complete and it's a matter of switching the locks.

:wav: :wav:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 20, 2024, 06:07:31 PM
Fast shipping on the ABLOY lock for the cabinet. Just rekeyed it, installed it.
I have the LED fluorescent working, and I think the lower light needs to be turned down a bit.  :Scratch-Head:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: jay on May 20, 2024, 07:38:38 PM
Looks Sharp. Have you got it playing yet ?
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 20, 2024, 09:45:56 PM
Looks Sharp. Have you got it playing yet ?


I have a hopper coming in, when it arrives, I will move on to the operation of the slot machine.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 21, 2024, 01:06:03 PM
Hopper for the S+ slot machine just arrived from Midwest Slots.  :thank_you: :thank_you: :thank_you:

It's a very nice looking hopper, clean, just perfect.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 21, 2024, 01:09:24 PM
Button restoration, the old ones were damaged. Thanks to Midwest Slots for the buttons.  :thank_you: :thank_you:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 21, 2024, 01:11:05 PM
I really need to locate the push button bulbs for this machine.  :Scratch-Head:
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 21, 2024, 01:13:21 PM
Adjusted the LED fluorescent lights.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: Stayouttadabunker on May 21, 2024, 01:27:19 PM
You "adjusted the LED fluorescent lights"...how?
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 21, 2024, 01:41:09 PM
You "adjusted the LED fluorescent lights"...how?

The LED fluorescent light on this S+ IGT can be rotated while in the socket, to get the desired lighting exposure.

The Bally LED fluorescent has a switch setting.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: Stayouttadabunker on May 21, 2024, 02:06:29 PM
I really need to locate the push button bulbs for this machine.  :Scratch-Head:
The wedge lamps might be easy to find...the sockets, on the other hand, not so easy to find.
Did you see any imprinted numbers on the glass of the lamps?
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 21, 2024, 02:08:51 PM
I really need to locate the push button bulbs for this machine.  :Scratch-Head:
The wedge lamps might be easy to find...the sockets, on the other hand, not so easy to find.
Did you see any imprinted numbers on the glass of the lamps?

I have an abundance of sockets, no bulbs.
Nope, I have been on this rodeo before, just putting some feelers out.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: sixcardmark on May 21, 2024, 02:25:43 PM
Get some LED bulbs 6.3V T5's I believe.

https://www.spininc.com/led-t5-6-vdc-mini-wedge-igt-williams-button (https://www.spininc.com/led-t5-6-vdc-mini-wedge-igt-williams-button)
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 21, 2024, 03:14:50 PM
Get some LED bulbs 6.3V T5's I believe.

https://www.spininc.com/led-t5-6-vdc-mini-wedge-igt-williams-button (https://www.spininc.com/led-t5-6-vdc-mini-wedge-igt-williams-button)

Does it have the smaller base.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: sixcardmark on May 21, 2024, 03:17:48 PM
There is a pic on their site.  Got a pic of a bulb that's in it now?
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 21, 2024, 04:58:12 PM
There is a pic on their site.  Got a pic of a bulb that's in it now?
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: sixcardmark on May 21, 2024, 05:14:31 PM
You already posted that pic.  What does the base look like?
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 21, 2024, 05:44:35 PM
Alan at K-LAR said it uses a #86 bulb. 

CEC Industries #86 Bulbs, 6.3 V, 1.26 W, W2.1x4.9d Base, T-1.75 Shape (Box of 10) Amazon.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 21, 2024, 05:49:19 PM
:cheerleader: :cheerleader: :cheerleader: :cheerleader: :cheerleader: :cheerleader: :cheerleader:

Let's  move onward to clean up the MPU, we're getting a lot completed.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: sixcardmark on May 21, 2024, 06:38:34 PM
That's what I thought.  The Spin link is correct LED bulb if you want LED to match your three LED tubes.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 22, 2024, 06:09:46 AM
That's what I thought.  The Spin link is correct LED bulb if you want LED to match your three LED tubes.

I didn't know that they were able to produce them that small. Cool
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: sixcardmark on May 22, 2024, 07:26:40 AM
Those should be #86 LED replacements but it is possible those sockets are a tad too small for the wedge to fit.  I have never had an early S+.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 22, 2024, 09:35:40 AM
Those should be #86 LED replacements but it is possible those sockets are a tad too small for the wedge to fit.  I have never had an early S+.

E-86 is used for the S+, after several discussions with a lot of people (forum members) I finally figured out that the S+ is a red headed step child, but it's still ❤. I didn't want to replace the buttons, the wiring plugs are different, the buttons are larger, and it would look wankey. Keep it original is what I strive for.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: sixcardmark on May 22, 2024, 10:45:56 AM
The bigger base #259 bulbs are original 6.3v bulbs for a regular normal S+.  If you are wanting all original why did you replace the fluor tubes with LED tubes?
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 22, 2024, 02:40:12 PM
The bigger base #259 bulbs are original 6.3v bulbs for a regular normal S+.  If you are wanting all original why did you replace the fluor tubes with LED tubes?

"While fluorescent lighting used to be the go-to option, it’s becoming a thing of the past due to the toxic mercury they contain. Mercury is a powerful neurotoxin that threatens our health and the environment.

As fluorescent lights are phased out, LED lights are taking center stage. Not only do they not contain toxic mercury, but they’re also twice as efficient and last longer than their fluorescent counterparts."
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: sixcardmark on May 22, 2024, 02:46:48 PM
All incandescent bulbs are being/should be replaced by more efficient LED bulbs too.  Also helps keep the button inserts white.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: jay on May 22, 2024, 03:08:05 PM
I think the point was original vs improved.
You could potentially take a Ford Model T and run it on a hydrogen cell using the same logic.

The seats in the model T contained asbestos - asbestos is non toxic if its not disturbed.
Unfortunately putting your butt into the padded seat constitutes a disturbance.
Do you rip out the original seats and rebuild them or get new ones in fine Carthinan leather (quote from Ricardo Mandelbaum).
You could get lost for centuries debating this on some of the car forums.

Don't get me wrong - I agree with you on all points about the virtue of LED but when you first started your rebuild you were very hung about what coin denomination the S+ was originally while the majority here didn't think that level of detail really mattered as its an easy change and a S+ can morph into 200 different themes, countless denominations if you consider world currency etc etc etc.

In any case we are all very impressed with the nice work your doing making this Old Gal look factory fresh and are here to support you no matter how original or frankincense you want to go.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 22, 2024, 05:27:24 PM
I think the point was original vs improved.
You could potentially take a Ford Model T and run it on a hydrogen cell using the same logic.

The seats in the model T contained asbestos - asbestos is non toxic if its not disturbed.
Unfortunately putting your butt into the padded seat constitutes a disturbance.
Do you rip out the original seats and rebuild them or get new ones in fine Carthinan leather (quote from Ricardo Mandelbaum).
You could get lost for centuries debating this on some of the car forums.

Don't get me wrong - I agree with you on all points about the virtue of LED but when you first started your rebuild you were very hung about what coin denomination the S+ was originally while the majority here didn't think that level of detail really mattered as its an easy change and a S+ can morph into 200 different themes, countless denominations if you consider world currency etc etc etc.

In any case we are all very impressed with the nice work your doing making this Old Gal look factory fresh and are here to support you no matter how original or frankincense you want to go.

I don't really know what the coin was since it was in pieces, missing parts, I could only assume. 25¢ is a common coin with IGT, and that is what is available.
fluorescent lights are being fazed out, I can't change that, so I have to upgrade to a LED.
The hopper, coin assembly and candle were missing, I replaced them with the factory original parts.
The S+ buttons are unique, and I needed to source the factory original parts
The 110v cord was shredded, I sourced a factory original part.
The original wiring is original, nothing is hacked, cut or spliced.
I checked out everything in the slot machine, whatever was damaged, broken, or missing, it was sourced with factory original parts.
Nothing is Frankenstein, removing a hazard is perfectly fine.

Alan at K-LAR was a great source of factory S+ parts.
Mid West Slots had a factory S+ Hopper.
Their are others that helped me also sourcing factory parts.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 22, 2024, 07:43:09 PM
Anyone know about the S+ double diamond deluxe or is it just a IGT sales gimmick.
Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: jay on May 22, 2024, 08:13:25 PM
Double diamond is a Type 0 game. No special features.
There are variations like a 5 line Double diamond. You have 3 horizontal paylines and two that are angular.
Then there are clones of this game (same chips and pay table) but different glass and reel strips I think one is called Gold Strike

Double diamond deluxe is a Type 2 game that nudges both up and down.
If your symbol is a diamond that is above the pay line it will nudge down to be on the pay line.
If its below it will nudge up....
Slam dunk only nudges down, Balloon bars only nudge up.

There are other themes like Haywire where you hit the haywire symbol and one of the reels spins backwards, and then they kind of jerk and stop, Spin to you win. You hit a spin symbol and the game just plays and plays until you hit a winning combination.







Title: Re: IGT Double diamond S Plus, RESTORATION
Post by: David Walz on May 22, 2024, 09:12:14 PM
Double diamond is a Type 0 game. No special features.
There are variations like a 5 line Double diamond. You have 3 horizontal paylines and two that are angular.
Then there are clones of this game (same chips and pay table) but different glass and reel strips I think one is called Gold Strike

Double diamond deluxe is a Type 2 game that nudges both up and down.
If your symbol is a diamond that is above the pay line it will nudge down to be on the pay line.
If its below it will nudge up....
Slam dunk only nudges down, Balloon bars only nudge up.

There are other themes like Haywire where you hit the haywire symbol and one of the reels spins backwards, and then they kind of jerk and stop, Spin to you win. You hit a spin symbol and the game just plays and plays until you hit a winning combination.

Wow, that's awesome information. The education of slot machines is really important.
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