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The Classic Pinball Podcast

#95 Light the fuse - The Classic Pinball Podcast

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The Classic Pinball Podcast

1 hr 8 min

Summary

Dr. Dave troubleshoots a Phoenix restoration while fielding technical questions in new 'Doctor Dave' segment.

George and Dr. Dave discuss a Phoenix (1978) pinball machine that Dave is restoring for a local customer. The episode covers restoration challenges including a mysterious capacitor heating issue, playfield swap quality concerns, and a tangent into word aversion psychology. Dave also answers a technical question about Williams flipper mech upgrades via a new 'Doctor Dave' segment, and they share anecdotes about bird intelligence, homebrew pinball awards, and customer delivery logistics.

From the creator

Dave gives a preview into a game he is currently trying to bring back to life: Williams Phoenix. Listener suggested new segment. A bird story. Word. What’s up doc? Don’t move the game!Tales of woe.

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