I would like to put the board in a custom built cabinet. I would like to place it in my shop, and I want to leave the coin mech operational.
My question is:
Can I legally set this up (in a custom cab) for patrons? Does it change things just because it's not in the original cabinet?
Welcome aboard, Davidthepirate.
A custom-built cab is not a problem.
Lots of cabs are conversions -- the cab doesn't match the game PCB.
The part that could be a problem is that it sounds like you aren't familiar yet with any relevant state/county/municipal regulations regarding licensing of public coin-operated amusement devices.
Several ways to find that inifo:
- Check public coin-op machines in your local area for license and operator stickers -- lack of sticker(s) does not mean they are not legally required.
- Ask the business owner where you found those coin-op machines -- they'll probably refer you to the route operator.
- Ask the route operator.
- If all else fails call the state/county/municipal Department of Revenue.
Scott