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Simpsons Start Button (Data East)

Andy Sokol — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 21:52:40 +0000

Featuring an atom symbol to represent Homer's place of employment! This button comes with a full kit to replace the non-lighted original start button with this new lighted version; no soldering is required! See Installation Instructions section below for video of kit contents and how to install them.

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Total Nuclear Annihilation Start Button

Andy Sokol — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:09:53 +0000

Featuring a radiation warning symbol, whose yellow base and symbol area light up! Button has a rounded surface, pleasing to the touch. Includes a full housing assembly to replace the smaller OEM start button and cover the counterbore in the cabinet.

Did you know -- this symbol is called a "Trefoil" and was actually designed to be magenta on a blue background? The blue background was changed to yellow in 1948, and while magenta is still the design intent for the trefoil, current regulations allow for black as a substitute. Source: https://www.orau.org/health-physics-museum/articles/radiation-warning-symbol.html

Because of this interesting symbol history, the TNA button with a magenta trefoil or a black trefoil. The choice is yours!

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James Bond 007 Start Button (SPECTRE version)

Andy Sokol — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 18:37:23 +0000

- You expect me to flip?
- No, Mr. Bond -- I expect you to drain!

Those up on their James Bond history might realize the SPECTRE logo was a slightly different design back in the 1960s Sean Connery days, but was then updated for the 2015 film with Daniel Craig. Although Stern used the 2015 version in the game (see the villain ramps), the game is themed after 60s Bond -- and therefore, I have representations of both the 1965 and 2015 versions.

The button can be made with a flat outer surface, with START letters rising off it in a SPECTRE-esque font. Alternatively, for those who like rounded buttons, either version is available with a rounded (but text-less) surface. Both versions are made using mid-print filament changes, ensuring the entire part is one solid piece fused together.

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Metallica Start Button

Andy Sokol — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 02:23:49 +0000

This 3D start button for Metallica consists of a single continuous 3D print with a mid-print filament change to fuse the face design directly to the button. Two different versions of the design are available -- with or without text (which reads "EXIT LIGHT / ENTER NIGHT"). Base available in a variety of translucent colors!

For the 2013 Metallica, button includes a complete housing assembly to fully replace the existing small, recessed start button.

For the 2024 Metallica Remastered, only the button cap is required.

Colored bulb is included for specific base colors (to richen their colors) free of charge!

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LightShields for Inserts

Mike Ford — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 22:08:50 +0000

Errant light spilling into inserts from nearby bulbs can be annoying & distracting. 3D-printed LightShields reduce the effect -- install at a nearby screw under the playfield! The base includes two holes for optional fit/positioning, and the shield itself is thin enough to trim off material to provide clearance if necessary. LightShield color may vary but will always be neutral (e.g., gray or black). Sold in packs of 10 for $10.

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Matchbox Jeep & Explorer Mounts (for DE Jurassic Park)

Mike Ford — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 22:08:48 +0000

Custom 3D printed mounts for Matchbox Jurassic Park Ford Explorer tour vehicles & Jeeps -- perfectly sized to "drive" along the ramp! Custom mount for each vehicle at each location:
"Upper" mount -- where plastic ramp converts into habitrail. Mount slides/clips onto the end of the plastic ramp, no drilling required!
"Lower" mount -- end of ramp at the left inlane. Mount attaches at the two existing screws holding the ramp protector.

Explorer: $15 each

Jeep: $10 each

Mounts: $15 each

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The Object mod for Led Zeppelin

Mike Ford — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 22:08:47 +0000

Notably missing from the Led Zeppelin playfield is 'The Object' from the 'Presence' album. Not anymore!

This 3D printed version stands 4.5" tall, designed with a custom snap-fit mounting system built into its base and the included translucent pop bumper cover. To install: remove old cap, install new cap/mount, snap The Object onto the mount & rotate about its center axis to your preferred orientation.

Translucent bumper cover/mount available in red, orange, yellow, green, blue, or clear/white.0

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Pirates of the Caribbean (Stern or JJP) Coin Reject Buttons

Mike Ford — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 14:16:03 +0000

Yo ho, yo ho, a pirate's life for me! These 3D coin reject buttons feature a classic skull & crossbones (using models scanned from actual human bones!) in white or black, on your choice of translucent background color (or opaque black).

These buttons can be used on either the Stern or JJP versions of the game.

Your purchase includes a set of two coin reject buttons. Replaces buttons in 42-0517 assembly.

Installation is easy; see ‘Installation Instructions’ section below.

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Bram Stoker’s Dracula Coin Reject Buttons

Mike Ford — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 07:58:34 +0000

Elevate your coin door to the next dimension with 3D Coin Reject Buttons! These 3D-printed replacement coin reject buttons for Bram Stoker's Dracula feature wolf heads in three different available colors -- white, gray, or black.

The button and wolf head is printed together with a mid-print filament change, so they are permanently fused together.

Your purchase includes:

One coin reject button in your choice of base color and design -- purchasing them individually allows you to mix & match colors
Matching color slot
Replacement bulb for specific base colors (e.g., red, orange, yellow, green, turquoise, purple) — matching bulbs enhance the buttons’ color

** PLEASE NOTE: For a short period during production of BSD, Williams used coin doors with Data East / Sega style coin rejects (square with integrated slot), instead of their standard style (tall rectangle with separate matching slot). Be sure to evaluate your coin rejects (see photos here for reference) and order the correct style! Any returns/exchanges due to incorrect button styles will be at the buyer’s expense (i.e., shipping and any non-reversible fees will not be refunded).**

Installation is easy for either version; see ‘Installation Instructions’ section below.

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X Files Launch Button

Mike Ford — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 07:17:37 +0000

Available in Autobot or Decepticon on your choice of translucent color base. Lettering accented with ink on light-colored bases for contrast. Housing assembly and switch included, to fully replace the small, recessed staCreepy gray alien head stares out at you from this large replacement launch button. Duane Barry would not approve.rt button and cover the counterbore.

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