The Addams Family — Full Restoration Project
A complete workshop restoration, documented step by step.
Details
Machine: The Addams Family
Manufacturer: Bally / Williams
Year: 1992
Project type: Full restoration
Location: SwissPinball workshop
Status: In progress
Main work planned: New playfield, mechanical rebuild, electronics inspection, final testing
This Addams Family pinball machine is now in the SwissPinball workshop for a complete restoration. The machine is complete, but the playfield is in poor condition and will be replaced as part of the project.
This restoration will be documented step by step, from the initial condition through to the final rebuilt and tested machine
The first stage of the restoration has now begun.
The playfield has been removed from the cabinet and mounted on the rotisserie, which allows full access to both the top and underside of the playfield during dismantling.
This is an important part of the process. With the playfield safely mounted, I can now begin removing the assemblies, ramps, plastics, wiring, mechanisms, and hardware in an organised way.
Each part will be inspected, cleaned, and evaluated before reassembly. This also allows me to identify any worn, broken, or missing components and prepare a proper list of replacement parts to order, including the new playfield itself.
This stage is where the restoration really starts: the machine is taken apart carefully so that it can be rebuilt properly, cleanly, and reliably.
