[Jukebox-list] Rock-Ola 1488

[Chris K. Tanner]

You could always get a copy done. A metal one would probably cost around the 
£40 mark.
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> David - I've owned three of those, and they were all missing the knob. I 
> believe the plastic or molding process was not good, and the plastic 
> breaks off over time, leaving only a sharp metal insert behind. I used the 
> metal lever type coin return from a Tempo II, but I seem to remember the 
> flats ground on the end of the shaft are a different dimensiom, and 
> wouldn't fit the metal lever that actually strikes the slug ejector. I had 
> to buy that lever as well. Other than that, it worked well.
>
> Jim
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> From: "david wendell" <dwaw12 at yahoo.com>
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> Sent: Saturday, June 02, 2007 8:31 AM
> Subject: [Jukebox-list] Rock-Ola 1488
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>
>> Hi,
>>
>> We recently purchased a nice Rock-Ola 1488 (wallmount
>> or stand jukebox).  We have had several 1493 models
>> but always wanted something even smaller for the
>> computer room.  Actually at my age I think the 165
>> pound weight is why we like it.  Every 1493 we have
>> owned or seen was in need of re-plating.  This 1488
>> has great plating and I believe it is original.
>> Perhaps the process was better, or just lucky or
>> someone suggested the metal itself is a better
>> quality.  I dunno!
>>
>> Thw 1488 has a knob on the right side (facing machine)
>> which serves as the coin release.  Our machine is
>> missing that knob.  We have checked with the two
>> principle suppliers of old used parts, but to no
>> avail.  I just wondered if anyone had any thoughts
>> before I start looking for a substitute that might
>> serve the purpose until I, hopefully, find a real one.
>>
>>
>> Thanks Much!
>>
>> David Wendell      dwaw12 at yahoo.com
>>
>>
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