Jaws! By Stern… We’re going to need a bigger games room !

[Tomshine]

I’ve got one of the complete spinners here in hand, I can post pictures later for everyone to see exactly what the difference is.

Johns is bloody lovely as expected, he knows how to make a quality piece of kit, not to mention from the video I’ve seen it spins for days.

That would be great thank you

 

[RetroHeed]

New Code update just launched



https://sternpinball.com/support/game-code/

 

[Scott-W]

I agree, I’ve played some more after posting and it’s pretty consistent now.

I have spoken to John now at Precision pinball and he is going to ship directly as the Europe distributor won’t be carrying them.

Does anyone want a set or two? Helps break the shipping up. He hasn’t given me a cost yet but the prices on his pinsite are as follows

JAWS PRECISION SPINNING DISC UPGRADE

Available for Jaws Pro, Premium, and LE this new precision replacement Disc is machined from solid aluminum billet and mates to a new stainless steel precision shaft. When paired with the optional replacement metal bushing (incorporating oilite bronze sleeves) the disc assembly will rotate...

pinside.com

Replacement Disc Complete, Main Playfield - $61.50

Replacement Disc Complete, Upper Playfield $57.50

Replacement Bushing for upper or main playfields - $33.50

John gave us a discount on flipper sets at TPF as we bought quite a few off him.

Maybe he will do a deal if we can get to say 5 orders minimum? I think that’s what was needed at TPF for the discount.

I’d be interested in the main PF one and a bushing.

 

[myPinballs]

Always love new code day! This game is awesome

 

[J85M]

That would be great thank you

This is the production version, I don’t think John will mind me showing this as it’s already been shown somewhat on Pinside.

Gorgeous craftsmanship and an absolute must in my opinion, as it removes the bad stern design that’s certainly going to damage balls.

 

[ian866]

This is the production version, I don’t think John will mind me showing this as it’s already been shown somewhat on Pinside.

Gorgeous craftsmanship and an absolute must in my opinion, as it removes the bad stern design that’s certainly going to damage balls.

That's a much better thing for your balls to clang into than what Stern produced

 

[ian866]

What's it like removing the sticker from the original part, assuming a bit of heat with a hairdryer would help ?

 

[ian866]

Do you think Colly could do a laser etched reel design on it ?

 

[J85M]

What's it like removing the sticker from the original part, assuming a bit of heat with a hairdryer would help ?

Do you think Colly could do a laser etched reel design on it ?

I don’t want to say to much but I can say John has something coming specifically designed for his reel.

 

[Scott-W]

I don’t want to say to much but I can say John has something coming specifically designed for his reel.

Do we need to hold off on ordering these sets untill this is released?

 

[Ryker]

Wow... stunning mod from Stumblor

Fully deserved recognition for @stumblor for best mod in This Week in Pinball. Great work

 

[Highlnder00]

A vid of the install and first impressions of the eat the ball mod

Edit. I'm just posting the video, I have no interest in the mod or jaws

 

[Chaggers]

Still brings ball to right feed
Not way game was designed to be played
That's just my opinion

 

[Tilt_Birmingham]

Still brings ball to right feed
Not way game was designed to be played
That's just my opinion

Thats why I passed on my spot in the queue...

Not how the game is supposed to be played

 

[Fantazia2]

Wouldnt it have been better if it swallowed the ball and then spat it back out again so that play wasnt changed, would have thought the mech would have been easier as well not needing the subway, etc.

Also is that "snorkel" for the rear VUK 3d Printed? Wonder how long that will last before it has a nice hole in the top of it and starts to do a Thunderbirds move.

 

[Chaggers]

It's probs a compromise so the premium can too have it
Does anyone know how,much this is gonna cost £s

 

[Highlnder00]

It's probs a compromise so the premium can too have it
Does anyone know how,much this is gonna cost £s

US$474.99

Jaws the Ball Eater Pro Version - Currently Fulfilling Pre Orders — Interactive Pinball

See final version in action here: Pro Video Waitlist here: https://www.interactivepinball.com/jaws-the-ball-eater-list The perfect addition to your Jaws Pro, this mod replaces the existing captive ball in your Jaws Pro with a shark that can eat the ball! The existing 3 opto switches that were

www.interactivepinball.com

 

[Chaggers]

I was guessing around the £500 mark
Interesting to see how many will buy this

 

[J85M]

Do we need to hold off on ordering these sets untill this is released?

Nope I’ve spoke to John and all is good to discuss. So order away on the precision discs. I would highly recommend getting the full kit though after having them in hand for a week or so, the craftsmanship is stunning plus John is a super nice guy so well worth supporting him.

If you have the Prem/LE get the orca wheel disc/spinner too, it doesn’t have the machined raised mount underneath as there is no weight on the wheel disc but again it’s a huge improvement over Sterns and a lot more gentle on your balls

I am making movie replica replacements for the flat plastics, both Quints Reel and the Orca Wheel are currently at the manufacture, hoping to have the production prototypes back by this Friday.

No parts are FDM 3D printed, both the Reel and Wheel will be made from a mixture of the materials, Davey has used for his Tokyo Neon sign, my Deadpool Hellhouse Sign and my Wireless DB5 Bond Shooter.

The Quint Reel, will remove all the exposed screws shown on the plastic, it also saves you having to drill out or file off your rivets to remove the factory plastic from Sterns disc to use on Johns. It will also remove the weighted post as the Reel handle is weighted to replace it and add further realism/movie accuracy to the part.

The Orca Wheel is again movie accurate will remove all visible screws. I’ve added the test Wheel below as I am happy to show that currently as the production material will be the only change, paint applications will stay the same.

They have been designed in collaboration with John to specifically fit his discs and improve the visual aesthetics while keeping the improved performance of Johns work.

 

[Tomshine]

Epic work as usual ! Count me in for a set!!

I haven’t placed order yet with John but plan to by the end of the week, so if anyone else wants a set please drop me a PM.

 

[Scott-W]

Epic work as usual ! Count me in for a set!!

I haven’t placed order yet with John but plan to by the end of the week, so if anyone else wants a set please drop me a PM.

Have pm’d you re this already as im
In for sure

 

[Scott-W]

Nope I’ve spoke to John and all is good to discuss. So order away on the precision discs. I would highly recommend getting the full kit though after having them in hand for a week or so, the craftsmanship is stunning plus John is a super nice guy so well worth supporting him.

If you have the Prem/LE get the orca wheel disc/spinner too, it doesn’t have the machined raised mount underneath as there is no weight on the wheel disc but again it’s a huge improvement over Sterns and a lot more gentle on your balls

I am making movie replica replacements for the flat plastics, both Quints Reel and the Orca Wheel are currently at the manufacture, hoping to have the production prototypes back by this Friday.

No parts are FDM 3D printed, both the Reel and Wheel will be made from a mixture of the materials, Davey has used for his Tokyo Neon sign, my Deadpool Hellhouse Sign and my Wireless DB5 Bond Shooter.

The Quint Reel, will remove all the exposed screws shown on the plastic, it also saves you having to drill out or file off your rivets to remove the factory plastic from Sterns disc to use on Johns. It will also remove the weighted post as the Reel handle is weighted to replace it and add further realism/movie accuracy to the part.

The Orca Wheel is again movie accurate will remove all visible screws. I’ve added the test Wheel below as I am happy to show that currently as the production material will be the only change, paint applications will stay the same.

They have been designed in collaboration with John to specifically fit his discs and improve the visual aesthetics while keeping the improved performance of Johns work.

Looks awesome mate. Looking forward to seeing the main reel finished also

 

[ian866]

Please count me in for both

Thx

 

[J85M]

Epic work as usual ! Count me in for a set!!

I haven’t placed order yet with John but plan to by the end of the week, so if anyone else wants a set please drop me a PM.

Looks awesome mate. Looking forward to seeing the main reel finished also

Please count me in for both

Thx

Thank you guys, it is always nice to make something that others enjoy. As I said above I highly recommend the full upgrade from John, once you get his in hand and compare it to Sterns it is night and day.

John was super helpful and provided everything I needed to ensure my sculpts fitted and functioned with his discs like they came direct from him. There is no need to wait to buy from John once you have his hardware installed, the only change that is needed (providing you have not fitted the Stern disc plastics by drilling or filing the rivets off the factory discs) to fit my sculpts will be removing the factory weighted post and swapping out his retaining hex nut with mine which will simply be longer, super easy.

 

[Tomshine]

Installed blue rubbers and collys blue plastic protectors and wow what a visual difference! The plastic protectors take a bit to install but are epic, especially around the back. I imagine they probably look even better on the pro as you will see more.

Game is getting better all the time! Recent code updates is making this game so intense!! It’s so hard to focus on one mode/challenge at a time!

 

[Marvello]

Another Jaws poster/'fine art lithograph print' from Vice Press. I quite like this one.

Jaws - Movie Poster By Sam Dunn | Vice Press

Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, Sam Dunn makes her Vice Press debut with this new limited edition, officially licensed Jaws movie poster. Released in a hand numbered, limited edition of 200 24x36 inch prints.

vice-press.com

 

[LondonBase]

It's the sort of mod which makes you want to buy the game.

Great job Davey

You getting one Kris?

 

[Gonzo]

You getting one Kris?

I may do mate, just want to see what the Spooky games are like first and possibly Harry Potter.

 

[Tomshine]

New code day new wizard mode too


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V0.90.0 - May 23rd, 2024
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- Jaws Multiball Part Three - Added this new mini-wizard mode that starts when you begin your 3rd Jaws Multiball.
- Cage Dive
- Shoot RED arrows to build hurry up before time runs out.
- Collect hurry up at the shark.
- Repeat 3 times for super jackpot.
- Shoot fin to multiply super jackpot.

- Character Combos - Collect all 6:
- Chrissie Watkins - Left Orbit, Right Ramp, Center Ramp
- Pipit - Left Ramp, Upper Playfield Ramp
- Alex Kintner - Right Ramp, Center Ramp, The Pond, QUICKSHOT ENTRY
- Ben Gardner - Center Ramp, Right Ramp, Left Orbit
- Scout Leader - The Pond, Quickshot Entry, Lifering Target
- Sam Quint - The Pond, Quickshot Entry, Boat / Shark

- Secret Skill Shots - Added skill shots:
- Secret Skill Shot #1
- Secret Skill Shot #2
- Super Secret Skill Shot

- Raft Attack - Rule Improvements:
- Additional shots are available to multiply fin award value (2x center ramp, 3x left orbit, and 4x gateshot).
Shots lit for multiplier are dependent on the combos available for the right or left ramp.
- Award display includes the multiplier before revealing the award total for better clarity on the new scoring features.
- Quickshot fin and Raft Attack fin are stackable, so both can be collected at the same time.

- Achievements - 49 new achievements added:
- Secret Skill Shot - Make a Secret Skill Shot
- Super Secret Skill Shot - Make a Super Secret Skill Shot
- Mako Shark - Capture a Mako shark
- Thresher Shark - Capture a Thresher shark
- Hammerhead Shark - Capture a Hammerhead shark
- Tiger Shark - Capture a Tiger shark
- Chum Line - Level 3 - Complete a Level 3 Chum Line
- Chum Line - Fast - Complete a Chum Line in under 30 seconds
- Chum Line - Very Fast - Complete a Chum Line in under 45 seconds
- Super Cast N Catch - Start Super Cast N Catch
- Fourth of July - Start 4th of July
- Fireworks Master - Collect 100 Fireworks throughout 4th of July
- Fourth of July Master - Play a 4th of July that lasts over 2 minutes
- Jaws Multiball Three - Start JAWS Multiball Three
- Complete Jaws Multiball Three - Complete JAWS Multiball Three
- Life Ring - Use Life Ring to save a ball in the left outlane
- Life Ring x3 - Use Life Ring to save 3 balls in one game
- Huge Super Life Ring - Score more than 100M during a Super Life Ring mode
- Quint's Challenge - Level 1 Complete Quint's Challenge Level 1
- Quint's Challenge - Level 2 Complete Quint's Challenge Level 2
- Quint's Challenge - Level 3 Complete Quint's Challenge Level 3
- Quint's Challenge - Level 4 Complete Quint's Challenge Level 4
- Big Rescue Hurry-Up - Collect a Rescue Hurry-Up more than 30M
- Huge Rescue Hurry-Up - Collect a Rescue Hurry-Up more than 50M
- Beachgoers - Bronze - Collect 50 Beachgoers - Lifetime
- Beachgoers - Silver - Collect 250 Beachgoers - Lifetime
- Beachgoers - Gold - Collect 1000 Beachgoers - Lifetime
- Beach Closed - Bronze - Close 10 Beaches - Lifetime
- Beach Closed - Silver - Close 50 Beaches - Lifetime
- Beach Closed - Gold - Close 150 Beaches - Lifetime
- Beach Closed - Just In Time - Close a Beach within 1 minute
- Skill Shot - Bronze - Collect 25 Skill Shots - Lifetime
- Skill Shot - Silver - Collect 100 Skill Shots - Lifetime
- Skill Shot - Gold - Collect 200 Skill Shots - Lifetime
- Deadeye - Bronze - Collect 50 Quickshots - Lifetime
- Deadeye - Silver - Collect 250 Quickshots - Lifetime
- Deadeye - Gold - Collect 500 Quickshots - Lifetime
- Fishfinder - Bronze - Collect 50 Fishfinder awards - Lifetime
- Fishfinder - Silver - Collect 100 Fishfinder awards - Lifetime
- Fishfinder - Gold - Collect 150 Fishfinder awards - Lifetime
- Shark Encounter - Bronze - Complete 25 Shark Encounters - Lifetime
- Shark Encounter - Silver - Complete 100 Shark Encounters - Lifetime
- Shark Encounter - Gold - Complete 200 Shark Encounters - Lifetime
- Quint's Challenge - Bronze - Tie 50 knots - Lifetime
- Quint's Challenge - Silver - Tie 100 knots - Lifetime
- Quint's Challenge - Gold - Tie 150 knots - Lifetime
- Life Ring Master - Bronze - Save 50 balls with Life Ring - Lifetime
- Life Ring Master - Silver - Save 100 balls with Life Ring - Lifetime
- Life Ring Master - Gold - Save 250 balls with Life Ring - Lifetime

- Barrel Locks - Fixed issue where you see the "SHOOT IT" display after the barrel has already been attached.
- Quint's Challenge - Fixed a double "A" typo in the knot descriptions.
- Quint's Challenge - Boosts gear cash out 50M per completed knot.
- Flip-Lock - Micro flips and post passes will not turn off green lockdown button.
- Flip-Lock - Added timedown tick sound and timeout warning.
- Shark Encounters - Boat buoyancy display "2X Damage Applied" when boat is comboed from the Left Inlane.
- Machete - Fixed an issue where the multiplier would cap at 5X. No longer capped.
- Fourth of July - No longer allows multiplying the Super Jackpot by 2X for middle boat hits.
- Life Ring - Fixed an issue where you could make the Light Life Ring target flash again when it's already lit in multiball.
- Skill Shot - Added a generous debounce on the shooter lane switch so it doesn't count towards a plunge unless it's a real plunge.
- HSTD - Added "FIREWORKS CHAMPION"

- Adjustment Changes:
- added "JAWS MULTIBALL 3 BALL SAVE TIMER" defaults to 30 seconds.
- added "JAWS MULTIBALL 3 JACKPOT TIMER" defaults to 15 seconds.
- added "FLIP LOCK AUTO QUICK FLIP" options for NEVER, 2-BALL, and ALWAYS, defaults to 2-BALL.
- change "SHARK COMBOS TIMER" default from 40 to 60 seconds.

- System - Updated to V3.68.0 on OS: V2.7.0

- Conagent v1.0.15

- Various behind the scenes improvements for correctness and performance.

 

[Big Phil]

Col's video showcasing amongst other things, his fab apron -