If @plasticfactory is handling the group buy, I'm in. Assuming the size gets sorted and all that.
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plasticfactory
Grand Master
I originally signed up to repro these, then this NOS lot came up. If they are the correct part, I'll handle the US group buy.
And, if not, I'll just make them.
Well… let me be the first to congratulate @nem for his impressive ability to spot a 5.5mm discrepancy all the way from Finland… You were spot on.
Not sure if the last batch were correct or not… Meanwhile, please let me again ask if anyone with an original 45.xmm disc would be willing to lend it out.
The quest continues…
Not sure if the last batch were correct or not… Meanwhile, please let me again ask if anyone with an original 45.xmm disc would be willing to lend it out.
The quest continues…
Oof I just measured the arcadeartshop one I received and it is also 40mm 
And I've just noticed the metal plate on top of the gundam sticks is the wrong size too:
Original plate holes 87x120mm
Gundam holes 114x114mm
Likewise the plate itself is bigger on gundam.
Original: 102x134mm
Gundam: 135x134mm
Gundam sticks have the wrong restrictor disk, wrong pots and wrong metal plate. Anything else?
And I've just noticed the metal plate on top of the gundam sticks is the wrong size too:
Original plate holes 87x120mm
Gundam holes 114x114mm
Likewise the plate itself is bigger on gundam.
Original: 102x134mm
Gundam: 135x134mm
Gundam sticks have the wrong restrictor disk, wrong pots and wrong metal plate. Anything else?
I'm more than happy to send one of my discs if needed. They are used though.
plasticfactory
Grand Master
At this point is there any doubt that they are any different other than the 40mm to 45mm discrepancy?
Nope. However, both of mine have seen use. I would go up to 45.5mm for the diameter.
See here and the subsequent posts:
https://www.arcade-projects.com/threads/help-needed-og-monkey-ball-joystick-pics.27754/#post-402242
See here and the subsequent posts:
https://www.arcade-projects.com/threads/help-needed-og-monkey-ball-joystick-pics.27754/#post-402242
plasticfactory
Grand Master
@nam9 reached out to see if this project was still on the table, and agreed to pass things off to me. As he lives in Norway, this will be much easier logistically. Assuming the interest is still here, I'll handle sales, manufacturing, and shipping (despite not actually owning this game, lol). Looks like 50 units should cover current interest, and leave some remaining for future demand.
Part/manufacturing details:
Pricing:
$15-25, each, depending on quantity (official pricing soon, but it will not be higher).
If anyone has any questions, is no longer interested, or wants to reaffirm their interest, please let me know!
Part/manufacturing details:
- The part CAD was based on both Gundam and original Monkeyball restrictors (thanks @nem for providing the MB part), and measured with hand mics and a digital comparator. The model is as accurate as I think you will get to the original part drawing
- Part material will be POM, CNC machined on an ultra precise DMG DMP70
Pricing:
$15-25, each, depending on quantity (official pricing soon, but it will not be higher).
If anyone has any questions, is no longer interested, or wants to reaffirm their interest, please let me know!
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I need 2
I'm still down for 5x please plasticfactory
Is anyone doing a repro of the metal bracket that goes on top between the gundam and the panel? The gundam one is too big and the holes to no align. I see someone has done a 3d print: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4564965
Is anyone doing a repro of the metal bracket that goes on top between the gundam and the panel? The gundam one is too big and the holes to no align. I see someone has done a 3d print: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4564965
I think the repro panels were designed with the studs to mount the Gundam sticks directly. I didn't really think about it when putting mine together, it just bolted right up.
plasticfactory
Grand Master
No plans for that, but I could machine or print the plates if there is demand.
