Slot Mechanism Restoration (Slot Machine Part 2)

Well, I finally finished editing this restoration. I tried to cut it down as much as possible and it still ended up being almost an hour long, so I decided to split it into another (short) third slot machine restoration part. The third part will only cover the restoration of the reel mechanism (the part that spins) and show the process of creating the new reel paper in slightly more detail.
These things take a really long time to edit, but I apologize that it took me so long. I've been spending a lot of time in the shop the past couple months working on creating more Jeep content. That stuff should be coming soon™. I've got 4 Jeep restoration videos recorded and will be releasing them 1 by 1 as soon as they are done being edited.
Link to Patreon post explaining the inner workings of this machine: / 47454715
Instagram: restoration.station
Facebook: Restoration.Station.FB
TikTok: tiktok.com/@restostaysh

[@Goremael]

Wow! This machine is waaaaay too sophisticated for what it actually does.

[@RestorationStation]

1000% over engineered. Especially the jackpot mechanism... For the horde

[@Goremael]

@@RestorationStation For the Horde!!! Majestic work as always btw.

[@simonlb24]

Agreed, it is a work of art. I hate to think how much time was spent designing the thing looking at the number of component parts and the tolerances used.

[@shawbros]

They are probably glad that video slots have taken over.

[@FerTorruco14]

For the Horde!

[@leschaps2387]

Now to wait for part 3 ... This is better pandemic entertainment than anything Netflix has come up with.

[@jxavier3876]

Part 3?

[@r.kellycoker9387]

There's something soothing about the clickety-clack of disassembly and re-assembly.

[@thenoseknows9391]

Ikr 😂🤣✌🏼👍🏼💙💯💯

[@rayjr62]

Mad respect, sir. With all those moving parts I'd lose my mind trying to put this back together, let alone fix it once I took it apart.

[@HermanMunster420]

If only he had some way of possibly taking pictures or video of it so he could go back and see how it all goes back together...

[@GenesisMuseum]

@@HermanMunster420 While that's true, I don't know if just watching the disassembly video would be enough for most people to put this thing back together. Finding the right part out of thousands, the correct order, whether the part needs to be cleaned or greased, which spring, how tight...

[@hssanmilad2424]

​@HermanMunster420 😅😅😅😊❤😅😅😅❤😅😅❤😅😮😅😅😅😅😊❤😊😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😮😅😅😅😅😅😅😊😅😅😅😅😮😅😅😅😅😊😮😅😊😊❤😅❤😮😊😅😮😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😊😅😅😅😅😅😊😊😊😅😅😅😅😊😅😊😮😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅❤😊😅😅😅😅😅😅😅❤😅😅😅😅😅😅😊😅😮😅😅😅

[@alanberry1318]

Really enjoyed watching this. Very clever and patient. Getting all those parts back together again - brilliant! Thank you.

[@jamespray]

I've been waiting for this with great anticipation, and the complexity of the mechanism does not disappoint. What a treat to see it in more detail!

[@XavierKing-lx1bc]

Idk how but this guy is a engineer if I was taking the type of machines apart it would take me 6 hours to put that back together

[@edsaway555]

I rebuilt an old Singer sewing machine one time but you're on a whole different level. What a memory!

[@racebannon2708]

The little clicking and ratcheting sounds as you manipulate the mechanism are so satisfying.

[@rossbusher4412]

I like the detailed work and skill to get it working again. I especially like the comic relief when a small part escapes and shoots offscreen and almost inaudibly hits the ground in the distance.

[@adrianneburroughs3653]

The amount of spring nuts and bolts on that thing wow. I am absolutely amazed at this whole process and the talent you have.

[@georgebrown8312]

Wow, that is amazing how you remember which parts belong where, not to mention the good job you did cleaning all those parts. Now that is what I call great skill putting all those parts back together again. Great work.

[@sambadianat2294]

This is an absolute masterclass in slot machine repair. I will be coming down as I am local to get my Chicago Club House Trade Stimulator repaired.

[@Barbarra63297]

My uncle restored slot machines in the 50's and 60's, he had two penny machines on his bar that my brother and I loved to play when we were kids. Just realized that the RS on your slot machine was my uncle's initials.

[@grandpaseed]

what a wonderful piece of clockwerk and non electrical devices I could see someone going down the rabbit hole polishing , plating, blueing,painting. then build a glass case or molded clear epoxy case . you are talented in this ones assembly . thank you for the video!

[@azraiel6000]

The fact you could keep track of all the parts amazes me

[@tyenguyen1829]

I 🤔 the same then I 💭 again . He must be watching his own recordings of disassembly.

[@theoneandonlyowl3764]

Very nice watching you bring this old girl back to life. Thanks for filming, editing... and of course the restore.

[@rayhuntermusic]

I’m a graduate of the Las Vegas Gaming and Technical School. We learned on the old Bally 1090’s. But this is on a whole other level. Mad respect to you and your ability. Fantastic job and mesmerizing video.

[@VernAfterReading]

FYI - I would happily watch the full unedited mini-series version of this. So cool!

[@vernabink2865]

Oh, it's over already? Outstanding. Thank you for allowing us into your shop to watch you work on this complicated project. See you again soon, yes?

[@remyaworld1]

What a simple construction these slot-machines 😳 I'm impressed that you didn't have stuff leftover after reassembled it 🤔 Very interesting to watch ❤️

[@scottjustscott127]

You have to be a total genius to take this machine apart and be able to put back every nut, screw, thing a-ma jig back where it belongs. I went into tilt just watching the video!!!

[@alfebbrajo]

The idea of giving an old object a new life is great. keep up the good work!

[@iamshaman]

I like how you can tell this device was serviced a lot in its time compared to other machines

[@justintriplett6573]

Been waiting for this, my parents have one like this. It doesn't work last time I checked. I remember when they cracked it open about 20 years ago. A bunch of Indian Head Nickels came pouring out. Great restoration, I hope to restore theirs in the future!

[@timcoombe7880]

I’d have had no trouble dismantling this… reassembly would involved the recycle bin however. Amazing stuff. Can’t wait to see the finished product.

[@MrJukeman]

i am so glad you did this video showing all that is involved i bought a mech so dirty dripping with old grease i love seeing every step by step and it`s so clear i can tell what goes where thanks

[@bretthanson276]

You are a very amazing person who can actually rebuild and reclaim an old slot machine nice job beautiful work I like your video very much it was very interesting to watch how a slot machine works thank you

[@StefanDembowski]

WOW, it looks like a puzzle when disassembled! Very cool and fantastic work. 👏👏👏

[@terrydavis2552]

Let’s see, about a thousand moving parts, who knows how many cotter pins, dealing with worn and/or missing parts, then assembly that has to be done in the right sequence. Piece of cake, no problem. LOL Incredible work!

[@socrabe]

The amount of knowledge required to restore this machine is impressive. That is the most interesting restoration video I have seen so far. Good job!

[@jhonblack6676]

What a complicated nightmare! I'd be terrified that I would forget where everything goes after taking it apart. Awesome work!

[@MrLordsongblade]

Machines like these are truly mechanical engineering at its finest. The fact that it was able to register certain combinations without a computer never dawned on me until seeing you take it apart

[@Cking880]

This is one of the best restoration videos ever!

[@adrianmutimer3820]

Very impressive Sir. I could not have done it. My hat is off to you!

[@vanpenguin22]

How anyone can remember how all that goes back together is beyond me. You sir, are a super mind.

[@richardklein1179]

This is amazing. Expertly done and entertaining throughout.

[@mred8002]

Aw, hell no! Never would I ever! Kudos for the obvious expertise and skill!

[@michaellawrence6677]

Thanks for showing the whole rebuild. Great job.

[@My_daddy]

Love love love the complexity of this machine

[@RestorationStation]

I'm thinking about making a video explaining how this thing actually works. Let me know if you'd like to see something like that. Here's the video explaining how it works posted on patreon: www.patreon.com/posts/47454715

[@kotborka]

Очень странно,что у тебя нет гальванической ванны для покрытия деталей цинком.

[@SeandelaHaye]

Definitely. The engineering that went into that is astonishing.

[@EnergeticWaves]

Yes. I have some of these. Still dont understand the brakes or the springs on the timer.

[@ericscott6475]

Yes, please!

[@bobafetting6373]

Yes please!

[@paulc9643]

It's amazing how the inventors of such things really planned it all out so intricately.

[@liam_smith_65536]

Yup, I've been waiting for this part with notification on !

[@MrArtVendelay]

Mechanical nightmare. Amazing the engineering that went into this.

[@njpam540]

So much work ... Talent is here , in your hands ... Awesome 👍.

[@AngryBogle]

This video was worth the wait! You truly have talent with your craft.

[@thomaswalla4210]

Real fascinating to see this complex mechanical mechanism and its restauration great stuff!

[@dr.skipkazarian5556]

I know you give a lot of credit to your camera for filming the taking apart to assist with the putting it all back together again; but, I have to say that it takes a genuinely special talent to accomplish what you have. I couldn't do this even if each part got up and told me exactly where to put it and when! Best wishes and good health my friend.

[@pmmccrea]

You are good man!!! Hats off to you. You have more patients than I could ever muster.

[@shawbros]

patience

[@pmmccrea]

@@shawbros Thanks, didn't catch that. You must be an english teacher. Best regards

[@zr1sparky1]

This is one of the most amazing things I've ever seen

[@bellabrunetta]

Seriously, how come you know all that stuff about.. well, EVERYTHING?! Respect ✊🏻

[@Bill_N_ATX]

Don’t worry about the delay. The attention to detail shows. This is a complex mechanism. It’s really cool what you can build with just gears, sprockets, cams, wheels, tangs, springs, levers, and a bunch of screws. The design of these was state of the art back in its day. I wonder what a new one cost and how long it took to get a return on your investment. Thanks for filming and posting these!

[@tuexss]

First time I understood that pinball machines are mostly mechanical marvels, my mind was blown.

[@howzatrestorations1538]

Awesome skills mate, getting all those parts back in the right spots is an outstanding effort, waiting for part 3 with great anticipation!

[@HermanMunster420]

Imagine how much easier it would be if he had filmed taking it apart so he could go back and see how it goes back together.

[@unnecessaryartwork2955]

It’s incredible to see that this machine is entirely mechanical- what a work of engineering!

[@katiberry9768]

Absolutely amazing! I can take things apart but I can't ever put them back together.

[@chha6439]

The kid sure does know what he’s doing, what a great job!

[@jackjacke4654]

What minds went into making one of these. Wow!

[@juniperbelmont]

Some positive feedback: I love your videos. - Watching you peel back and remove split pins is always satisfying. As is watching you unscrew fat screws.

[@locolunch]

I've repaired a Mills 10 cent-er, but your work is amazing!

[@Sarah-ei4sw]

You did such an amazing job on this!

[@embalmer5736]

Amazing how much engineering went into a "game of chance" Nice vid thanks

[@dancarpino5241]

This guy has the patience of a saint! I would’ve thrown this against the wall half way through!! Well done R/S

[@maureenmendo9807]

What a detailed project. I enjoyed watching it.

[@alisasf1]

Wow! I think i am able to take it apart as well........ but that's where it stops 😀 Amazing job!!!!!!

[@AmericanReaper]

No way I could remember all of that! Very impressive!!!

[@amberandrews6692]

14:00 I would just love to have that sitting on my desk except the top and bottom pieces are clear plastic so I can see the gears, and the top whirly bit is made of the same metal as the gears.

[@joseuremovich]

Exellent work! best regards from Bahia Blanca, Argentina.

[@hectorlao8604]

This is the most complicated restoration project i've ever seen. LOL!

[@rchippy2319]

Yes I agree.will stick to my can of WD-40.😂

[@bowmarsh]

So many parts, unbelievable

[@Alan_Edwards]

It blows my mind just imagining someone designing this machine. Amazingly intricate for the time period which I am guessing was in the 40s or 50s. Not unlike a watch from back then too. Dude you have some serious patience and determination not to mention attention to details. Great stuff !!

[@TheEmeraldMenOfficial]

The machine is from 1933, according to the first video. Though there are patents on it filed in 1934.

[@markxl]

I've been looking forward to this.

[@thomasklugh4345]

Ditto. Been waiting for Part Deux.

[@michealjohnson4776]

yes me too

[@lindamazzella1295]

Same

[@jonzkieshowvlog1059]

​

[@jonzkieshowvlog1059]

​

[@terryrogers1025]

This is not a restoration/ refurbishing for the faint of heart or for a weak mind. A component with subcomponents that have components with lots of pieces parts. The person/ people that designed that must have had indigestion from a late night pizza party and they couldn’t sleep all night and decided to build a puzzle. Really excellent restoration/ refurbishing work sir, enjoyed it, thank you.

[@No4Restores]

Excellent content as always! Finally Part 2!

[@victoriashelovova6645]

Yaay! I've been waiting for this for a long time by now, so happy with this video!

[@rebekahcomeau1844]

It amazes me how you remember how to put it back together

[@jays2877]

I can't imagine how you know how it fits together again!

[@SciPunk215]

I don't know what I admire more... the skill or the patience. I have neither.

[@timehunter9467]

I’ve always wanted to see inside one of these, this was a great video!

[@Joannesyoga]

Really impressive. Thanks for an amazing video.

[@Bublerkin]

Finally

[@user-xs7lj6lm1o]

I just watched Part1! I'm glad to watch the continuation so fast :) I'm really looking forward to updating your exciting videos, from Japan!! 🇯🇵 (Sorry if my English is incorrect.)

[@chriswhittaker9586]

& what’s more astonishing is that someone designed this years ago, that’s even more mind bending

[@raziel3726]

Amazing Restoration!!

[@Polarbear2829]

Holy african snow!!! How... wuaaw! Great job man!

[@HermanMunster420]

This guy did impressive work, take a second to think about the mind that actually designed and built this complex machine.

[@nickmehan2392]

There is NO WAY that I wouldn't have extra screws remaining if I attempted this... you sir are a master

[@reginaldmarselus4742]

Watching this makes me think of the enormous complexity of these machines. Someone had to sit at a drafting table and put the design to paper. I cannot imagine how long it would have taken back in the 1930s to design, engineer and build a machine like this. Amazing engineering. I also wonder if the designers could have envisioned that nearly 100 years later, someone would be restoring it.

[@IainCr]

The amount of parts you removed made me so anxious xD I'd be stressing out over putting it all back together lol

[@cookingwell]

What you did is amazing!

[@smiley50ish]

impressive as this is designing and building it is mindblowing

[@FunnySurpriseToys]

Hello my friend! Amazing video. Have a great Sunday!

[@abou824]

Soooo been waiting for this!!! This guy is literally amazing.

[@seanrplaysmc3167]

@Aidan your pfp lmao

[@abou824]

@@seanrplaysmc3167 ole reliable, been my pfp since 2011

[@seanrplaysmc3167]

@@abou824 do u use discord? Cause your pfp here is the same as mine on discord lol

[@VidelicetMoi]

My gawd man! It would have taken me light years to restore this device. At warp speed eight I am disinclined to tackle this job.

[@danbukala2429]

Love the video!! It is really neat how you do not speak a word. But you do subtitle where needed. I also like all the little noises of the parts coming off and going on. Thanks again for the video!!!

[@Impudent_snout]

It's so beautiful! I'm waiting this!!! :)))

[@tr3vorb438]

If I were to attempt this, there would be ‘orphaned’ parts leftover afterwards!😅

[@froggyplatypus]

Me: “hey I’ll bet it would be fun to take that apart and put it back together” Me after the first half of Part 1: “uhhhhh...”

[@elsonpaiva9850]

Very cool, sr.! Thank you!

[@IntergalacticSpaceKitten]

And to think, someone engineered these things. They designed it. That impresses the hell out of me now, looking at every single little part and mechanism.

[@bjmorley]

Oooh I forgot about this! Glad I saw the notification!

[@asahi1789]

15:01 "These work fine as well, but they're ugly." that made me chuckle lmfao