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**Reel Slots** Gaming Machines => Bally Electromechanical => Topic started by: SilverFerret on June 14, 2021, 10:46:10 AM

Title: Slot repair in So Cal
Post by: SilverFerret on June 14, 2021, 10:46:10 AM

I've got three Electro mechanical slots, one 809 and two 873 that are in need of repair. Nothing seriously major but a good tune up and some electrical work (Lights etc). Is there anyone in Southern California (Torrance area) that does this?
Thanks, Jim

Title: Re: Slot repair in So Cal
Post by: DavidLee on June 15, 2021, 06:22:36 AM

Not sure if LA slots is still in business. I think they were located on your side of town.
$ $ $

There might be an independent EM enthusiast / mechanic in your are.
Social media is a option, but you never know will show up.

Title: Re: Slot repair in So Cal
Post by: SilverFerret on June 15, 2021, 08:21:11 AM

I did call LA Slots in Redondo Beach and they quoted $85/hour minimum 2 hours plus parts.
I have a couple questions...
Is this fair and how many hours does it take for a qualified tech to go through one of these?
I not looking to put a ton of money into these. I have manuals and some work space but figure a guy who knows what he's doing might be the better route.
Thanks, Jim

Title: Re: Slot repair in So Cal
Post by: DavidLee on June 15, 2021, 09:17:08 AM

Jim,

Choose the machine that needs the most attention.
Post photos of the ID plate if it has one.
Also pictures of the front and interior.
And explain what it doesn

Title: Re: Slot repair in So Cal
Post by: Badbaud on June 15, 2021, 10:10:26 AM

Here is a slot tech in your area


Thomas R. Baker (EM speciality)
California-Antique-Slots.com
3002 Granville Ave.
Simi Valley, CA 93063
tbaker@thomasrbaker.com, 805-501-5553

Title: Re: Slot repair in So Cal
Post by: DavidLee on June 15, 2021, 11:23:04 AM

Thank for the information.

Were looking for a tech near Long Beach, Ca.

Title: Re: Slot repair in So Cal
Post by: SilverFerret on June 15, 2021, 01:04:18 PM

The reel light no longer work though the bulb is good, The coin switch doesn't work, and it need a good going through on the reels so that they spin freely and stop properly.
Thanks, Jim

Quote from: DavidLee on June 15, 2021, 09:17:08 AM

Jim,

Choose the machine that needs the most attention.
Post photos of the ID plate if it has one.
Also pictures of the front and interior.
And explain what it doesn

Title: Re: Slot repair in So Cal
Post by: SilverFerret on June 15, 2021, 01:05:04 PM

Thank you, I will call him.

Quote from: Badbaud on June 15, 2021, 10:10:26 AM

Here is a slot tech in your area


Thomas R. Baker (EM speciality)
California-Antique-Slots.com
3002 Granville Ave.
Simi Valley, CA 93063
tbaker@thomasrbaker.com, 805-501-5553

Title: Re: Slot repair in So Cal
Post by: Rod71 on June 15, 2021, 03:50:46 PM

Quote from: SilverFerret on June 15, 2021, 01:04:18 PM

The reel light no longer work though the bulb is good,

Have you changed the starter?

Title: Re: Slot repair in So Cal
Post by: SilverFerret on June 15, 2021, 04:22:47 PM

Yep that was the second thing I did after checking the bulb.
Thanks, Jim

Quote from: Rod71 on June 15, 2021, 03:50:46 PM

Quote from: SilverFerret on June 15, 2021, 01:04:18 PM

The reel light no longer work though the bulb is good,

Have you changed the starter?