J-DEE

Yesterday I had a good Atari find. Not a record one, but since I almost never see Atari in the wild, it's a good one. I found 2600 six switch, power pack, 2 original controllers, 2 sets of paddles, and 11 common games at my local GW for $8.00. Hooray!!! Question: I know the original six switch "Heavy Sixer" was made in Sunnyvale, Cal. The one I found was made in Taiwan, so I figured it wasn't one. However I noticed it was heavier than normal. I opened it up and it did have the metal shielding and was manufactured on 9/26/80. My question is has anyone seen this before? I thought after they moved the manufacturing to Taiwan they removed the shielding? Anyone know approximately when they moved to Taiwan? Problem: Last night I decided to try out my new paddles and play a game of Kaboom, however when I start the game the button works but the paddles will not move the buckets back and forth. All the paddles work fine on my 4 switch. All the controller games work perfect so I know the controller port is ok. Is there any compatibility problem with Kaboom and the six switch?

Enclosed is a link to one of their ads on Tommorow Heroes, Tom Zabas sight. http://tomheroes.com/Video%20Games%20FS/ga...0ads/wizard.htm

The carts are probably just dirty. Try cleaning them. Cleaning a cart will make it work again 95% of the time. Since they have no moving parts, they are quite tough to destroy. to clean a cart, get some rubbing alcohol (the higher the purity the better, try to get 90% or higher) and some q-tips. Take the q-tip and dip it into the alcohol. Then take the moistened q-tip and rub along both sides of the chip sticking out of the bottom of the cart. Then take the dry side of the q-tip and rub it over the same area, drying the cart. Now try and play game again. For more info check out here http://tomheroes.com/Video%20Games%20FS/collecti.htm

I recently tried one of these out. I think its ok, but its off a little bit. The sounds and some of the graphics are off. I think they should have taken more time on this. I also can't figure out why the RCA jacks on the TV make everything too light to see, but if you plug it into a VCR everything looks fine. I think I'll pass on getting one. [ 01-03-2002: Message edited by: J-DEE ] [ 01-03-2002: Message edited by: J-DEE ]

Boy I wish I had seen that auction. I'm in Ohio and Lorain isn't that far from me!! Man that would be an excellent addition to any Atari collection.

quote: Originally posted by -^Cro§Bow^-: I was gonna make the suggestion when you stated you had static to first adjust the RF coil pot on the RF itself. But you have gone beyond that point now. I have been watching this topic. I have a 4 switch DV with the same problem. How do I adjust the coil pot on the RF? What should I look for and how do I do this?

I am looking for a working 7800 console. All I want is a console. I already have a power supply, 2600 controlers and games. I just need a working console and I don't want to pay the high prices on ebay. If anyone has one they are willing to sell, email me with your price and maybe we can work something out. john_drzal@natcity.com

Nukey, Thanks, I got the file.

I just dusted off my Nes. Anyone know of a good source of Game Genie codes? I know there was one on the web somewhere but I can't find it now.

quote: Originally posted by sway3: Radio Shack also has the female RCA to male coaxial for $1.99!! No RF box needed! Do you have the part number? The people at the radio shack I go to are clueless. I checked the web sight, but no luck.

I'll have to check that one out!!

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Well I finally got River Raid. I'm glad I spent the $.50 at the Good will!! This game rocks!! I like it better than the 2600 version. Thanks to you all for the recommendation!!! I only wish I had better controlers to play it.

I would also be interested. Please post some pictures.

Cafeman, You convinced me. I will put it on my list. It looks like we have the same tastes. Are there any other games that you think are must haves? I guess I should read more of your reviews. [ 11-06-2001: Message edited by: J-DEE ]