u/LameSuburbanDad

Hi, I'm not new to the world of modding but am new to world of arcade1up pinball modding. Recently, a non-working but complete marvel pinball cab was given to me. I plan to make some changes and would like your input from those that know better, or have been there.

I have already: the cabinet, a mini pc (bosgame p3 with Ryzen 7 7000 series cpu and 32gb ram) a monitor for the backglass, and a 32" 1440 monitor that I'll de-case for the playfield. I will open up the DMD area also.

Now, I'm not looking to pour gobs of money into this project, But I would like a decent and usable object at the end for my troubles. I came across

https://www.clevelandsoftwaredesign.com and was cruising through the options....immediately overwhelmed. For the past few hours ive been sorting it out the best I can. But I still need help.

What do you guys think should be the extent of parts I need?

I know I need something for the buttons to communicate with the pc...and im sure ill be wanting to add buttons for one thing or another. The cab has 4 solenoids in it and a plunger but dont know if I should keep them or toss them for upgrades. Same with sound, are the stock speakers ok or is a 2.1 upgrade really needed?....and a shaker motor...yea or ney for this size cabinet?

Does the virtual pinball builders kit with a pinone board (VR cabinet kit) fit the bill? Too much? Not enough? Will it have everything needed to have a fun cab??? Solenoids only or go with 2.1 sound too?? And the shaker motor??...I'm inclined to think "pass" but again, I dont know any better. Anything else to consider? Any OTHER options to look at besides Cleveland software designs? I've been told to stay away from cheap zero-delay encoders.

I know for sure im going to pass on led light bars, led strips, accent lighting, etc for the time being. Those additions can wait until the cabinet itself does what its supposed to do, play pinball. Then i'll worry about pretty lights.

Thank you for any help and insight.

The wife and kids (girls 9-11) and I live in S.E. Mich, and we're pretty avid tent campers. We go all over the place to try out new spots every summer. This summer I'd like to ask for your suggestions on what places to try out.

As a family, we have some wants....

-We definitely do not want anything on State land, we prefer private campgrounds or other.

-We need a drive up space. To hike-in with tent and supplies isn't a solid option for us.

-A potty....somewhere.

-Some space between spots, with decent separations made by the plants and trees. I don't want to be so close as to hear my neighbor breathe as they sleep, lol. That's too close.

-Fishing opportunities on site, or within walking distance from camp....for Dad. (We're 99% catch and release)

-We have no pets, and will have no visitors.

-We enjoy the opportunity for seclusion as often as possible.

Really, we aren't terribly picky aside from the State land thing....I don't have to fish to have a killer time camping by any stretch.

And since I was brought up where, if you ask for info like I'm asking for, you should share back too....to keep it equal.

Some places we've been to and have had a REALLY good time include, but aren't limited to;

Yankee Springs (a State Campground)

Hell Creek Ranch (privately owned by a motorcycle club.)

Greenwood Acres (amazing place to take the kids...huge big play area)

Mystery Creek Campground (nearly right on the river)

Welcome Woods Campground

We are eager to find out about some new places to visit, stuff you just wont find on Google.

Happy Camping.

Marvel pinball hard modding (bad pcb)

I'd like to ask for recommendations, and share some.