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Hi, I’m Lee. I rescue retro computers and consoles from the brink of extinction, armed only with soldering irons, questionable optimism, and occasionally, a helpful swear word or two.

After fully regressing to my teenage years—minus the acne and lie-ins—I’ve thrown myself headfirst into the wonderfully weird world of vintage 8- and 16-bit machines. Expect adventures in repairs, restorations, and ambitious builds, peppered generously with mistakes, triumphs, more mistakes, and the joyous relief when things actually work.

You’ll find all my latest escapades here, including those gloriously frustrating moments that remind me why it really is More Fun Making It.

Mini Virtual Pinball Table: Episode 1

Part One of my Virtual Pinball Table Build. Building a mini virtual pinball table running Visual Pinball, Future Pinball and Pinball FX 3 from scratch! Using Pinup Popper as the front end.

In this episode, I explain my intentions for this project. Much of this will change! I give a rundown of the major parts that will go inside the pinball cabinet. And make a start on the first cuts of the main cabinet.

Parts described this episode:

Logitech Z213

Monacor 16.2790 30W Weatherproof Audio Exciter/Resonator

DC 12V 2.0 Channel Amplifier

BOURNS – PTB0143-2010BP-B103 – POTENTIOMETER, SLIDE, 10K, 100MM (NO DUST COVER)

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