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Moo2wo:

Hi there,
I'm looking at some Sanwa JLF cherry switch mod joysticks on Paradise Arcade Shop to replace some 8-way Wicos in a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.  Do you guys think this stick would be a good replacement?  It seems like they're the only brand that offers purple ball tops, and I want this control panel to be as accurate as possible.  I've only had experience using HAPP parts in the past.  I've read a lot of stuff about how sensitive the Sanwas are, but for a beat-em-up like TMNT, do you think they'll be alright?  I only intend to play games similar to TMNT in this cabinet (primarily Turtles in Time and The Simpsons).
Thanks for your time!

BadMouth:

The JLFs are smaller and have a much, much lighter spring.  I don't think how light the spring is can be expressed.  You just have to experience it.
Take the spring out of a pen, hold it at the bottom, and push it over at the top.  It's kinda like that.  :lol
I'm pretty sure you wouldn't be happy with them using the original springs.
IMO, the 6lb springs that paradise sells make it feel like a beat 'em up stick, but you may want to order a set of the 4lb springs too in case the 6lb ones are too heavy for you.

Personally, I wouldn't fork over the money for 4 JLFs for a beat 'em up cab.
The ball tops will work on cheaper sticks like the zippy.
http://www.paradisearcadeshop.com/316-imported-joysticks
I haven't used those though, so can't comment on the feel.





armi0024:

If you need ball tops, I would probably go Zippyy, you just don't need the precision of a JLF for TMNT

However, if you are just looking for a joystick, for the quality and feel, the IL sticks are really your best choice


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