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Luckily you are not on your own, this wiki can still help on topics like hooking up controls or [[JAMMA]] boards. There is even more help available via the [http://forum.arcadecontrols.com BYOAC forums] or other websites on this topic. See this list below for a collection of arcade restoration links:
 
Luckily you are not on your own, this wiki can still help on topics like hooking up controls or [[JAMMA]] boards. There is even more help available via the [http://forum.arcadecontrols.com BYOAC forums] or other websites on this topic. See this list below for a collection of arcade restoration links:
  
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*[http://www.arcaderestoration.com/index.asp?OPT=3&CBT=5 Guide To Restorations] Introductory Article On Restoration (tips, tools, etc.)
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*[http://homearcade.org/BBBB/buildit.html I Want To Build A Game] Bob Roberts' Article On Cabinet Wiring
 
*[http://www.marvin3m.com/restore/index1.htm This Old Pinball - Restoring Arcade and Pinball Games]
 
*[http://www.marvin3m.com/restore/index1.htm This Old Pinball - Restoring Arcade and Pinball Games]
 
*[http://www.rgvac.com/restoration.asp prOk's Restoration Page] Painting / Paint Codes / Stencils / CP Restoration
 
*[http://www.rgvac.com/restoration.asp prOk's Restoration Page] Painting / Paint Codes / Stencils / CP Restoration

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If you have an old arcade cabinet that you might want to restore (perhaps after reading the notes on converting a cabinet), you might be wondering how to do this. While restoration of cabinets might seem daunting, it can be very rewarding to own a real arcade cabinet.

General Resources

Luckily you are not on your own, this wiki can still help on topics like hooking up controls or JAMMA boards. There is even more help available via the BYOAC forums or other websites on this topic. See this list below for a collection of arcade restoration links:

Game Manuals And Schematics

In addition to the dedicated sites below, manuals and schematics for many games may be found by looking the game up on KLOV and checking the listing for links to the manuals. These manuals are typically hosted on arcadedocs.com, which is not available as a dedicated site pending a relaunch.

Game-Specific Resources

See Also