Homemade pinball machine using timber

[MarcL]

Handcrafted pinball machine made entirely of wood. 

• The project
• How to build an arcade games cabinet
• More gaming inspiration

The project

I made this pinball machine, and it just needs varnish to finish. I designed it myself as I went. I used various materials including plywood, MDF panels and Pine panels, coat hangers, springs, and trunking and conduit.

I had 20 Cedar ball points to score, five steel pinballs, one push button for an elevator and one button for steel play balls, two Cedar ball release tunnels, two plungers and four flippers.

 

 

It took roughly 30 hours. I did about 30 minutes a day over three months, with a few days off here and there.

How to build an arcade games cabinet

A games cabinet would make a great addition to a games room. Experienced Bunnings Team Member Mitchell has shared a detailed account of How to build an arcade games cabinet, with a comprehensive list of tools and materials used.

More gaming inspiration

Workshop member Fergus used recycled pallets to create his own modular D.I.Y. mini golf hole. 

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[Dave-1]

@MarcL 

Thats a whole lot of effort! Cant belive it only took 30hrs ish How has it held up to playing? I had a go making something years ago, nothing as nice as yours and mine lasted maybe a week. Did you end up painting it at all?

Beautiful work btw

Dave

[andrea60]

Wow...absolutely amazing. Looks fantastic.

[MitchellMc]

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @andrea60. It's wonderful to have you join us and terrific to see you've found this terrific project of interest.

Let me mention @MarcL so they are alerted to your kind comments.

We'll be keen to hear all about your projects and plans around the house and garden. The community if filled with a heap of knowledgeable and friendly members that are always willing to lend a hand, so let us know if you ever need assistance or have questions.

Mitchell

[KevinMall]

Impressive effort, well done.

[Ezzy]

Very impressive pinball machine @MarcL. You certainly paced yourself well where time is concerned.  I am sure you have Lotsa fun with this project.  Congratulations.