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Frank

person2 mentionsFirst seen Dec 15, 2024Last seen Jun 14, 2025

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Frank is a person mentioned in 2 episode(s).

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  • factualhigh

    Stern Pinball no longer retains legacy/historical software updates and deletes older code versions after release, making it impossible to recover updates for machines stuck on old code.

    Source: Direct communication with Stern support during Star Wars Comic Pro troubleshootingGeneral Pinball Repair & Troubleshooting Tips - Pinball Expo 2025 - Pinball News
  • factualhigh

    Working on pinball machines with power on violates safety best practices, though experienced technicians commonly violate this rule.

    Source: Safety advice during seminar with candid admission of rule-breakingGeneral Pinball Repair & Troubleshooting Tips - Pinball Expo 2025 - Pinball News
  • factualhigh

    A simple homemade diagnostic tool made from LED, diode, wire, and socket can effectively test lamp driver matrices on Williams games

    Source: Live tool construction and demonstrationPinball Machine Troubleshooting Made Easy with TNT Amusements!
  • factualmedium

    Boards cleaned with Simple Green dry completely in about 2 hours using a box fan

Recent Mentions (2)

  • Content creator; gave Kaneda Canada board at Automated as holiday gift; son assembles the boards

    Saturday Morning Spectacular Dec 14Dec 15, 2024
  • Accompanied Kaneda during gameplay; allowed extended play sessions

    Saturday Morning Spectacular!Jun 14, 2025

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Source: TNT Amusements workshopTools for Pinball with TNT Amusements
  • factualhigh

    The Eraser brand BR2 brush costs $60 and will last a lifetime or longer

    Source: TNT Amusements workshopTools for Pinball with TNT Amusements
  • factualhigh

    A 12-volt transformer with center tap can test Harry Williams sound boards

    Source: TNT Amusements workshopTools for Pinball with TNT Amusements
  • factualhigh

    Frye Electronics ships orders same-day or next-day and now operates seven days per week including Sundays

    Source: TNT Amusements workshopTools for Pinball with TNT Amusements
  • factualhigh

    The Iron Maiden VPX mod is finished and ready for public download

    Source: Frank to Jon during streamIron Maiden Virtual Time VPX
  • factualhigh

    The Iron Maiden VPX mod includes flipper codes that unlock special modes

    Source: Frank created YouTube tutorial showing flipper codesIron Maiden Virtual Time VPX
  • factualhigh

    Fear the Dark mode has a mechanic that automatically flips if the player cradles the ball

    Source: Frank explains to Jon; Jon experiences itIron Maiden Virtual Time VPX
  • factualhigh

    Socket replacement on Valley boards must be done one at a time to properly diagnose issues

    Source: TNT seminar technical explanationTNT "Six Million Dollar Man" shop job!
  • opinionhigh

    Valley system games from 1977-1984 are the most stable and best-designed early arcade systems

    Source: TNT seminarTNT "Six Million Dollar Man" shop job!
  • factualhigh

    Inexpensive magnetizer/demagnetizer tools are widely available for under $10 at retail and secondhand venues

    Source: Frank (listener email)Episode 411 - New Meter Day, Kings and Queens, Demagnetizer Tool and 1935 Rockola Screamo
  • factualmedium

    DIY demagnetizer tools can be constructed using motor windings

    Source: Frank (listener email)Episode 411 - New Meter Day, Kings and Queens, Demagnetizer Tool and 1935 Rockola Screamo