#46 Space Riders (Atari) - The Classic Pinball Podcast

PodcastFeb 8, 2021By George

The Classic Pinball Podcast

1 hr 22 min

Summary

Dr. Dave interviews father-son pinball enthusiasts about restoring a 1978 Atari Space Riders and classic game appreciation.

The Classic Pinball Podcast features Dr. Dave interviewing Scott and his 11-year-old son Griffin from northern New York about their pinball collection and restoration work. The episode focuses on their recently restored 1978 Atari Space Riders machine, restoration techniques for classic games, and Griffin's passion for vintage pinball from the 1960s-80s era, particularly Gottlieb electromechanical machines.

From the creator

In this episode Dave interviews a father and son team from Rochester NY who are big fans of our podcast and Dr. Dave's Pinball Restorations YouTube channel. Scott and his 11 year old son Griffin discuss their current collection and how they enjoy working on them to bring them back to like new condition. The pinball passion is on full display with Griffin talking pinball designers, dates and manufacturers. With young people like Griffin fully engaged in the hobby, there's no fear of pinball going away anytime soon! Also discussed is the generosity and knowledge of the late great Gottlieb System 80 guru Steve Charland who helped Scott and Griffin diagnose and repair some tough issues with games in their collection. Games currently in Scott and Griffin's collection featured this episode: Atari Space Riders, Gottlieb Funland, Bally Paragon, Williams Black Out