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Safe to transport an arcade machine on it's back?
mushmouth:
I'm picking up a dedicated Donkey Kong machine over lunch. Is it safe to lay it on it's back for transport in the mini-van?
Thanks in advance. I'm psyched! :)
Mush
ChadTower:
Yes, it is if you prepare the cabinet properly.
Do a search, you'll find many threads that discuss this in detail.
mushmouth:
I've never seen a thread on the subject of preparing a cabinet for hauling on it's back. I have 30 minutes before I leave. Can anyone cliff notes it for me? :)
shardian:
rule #1-20:
Make sure everything is secured in the cabinet.(monitor, coin box, game boards, random crap).
Do that and you are set. Believe it or not, sometimes monitors are just sitting in there precariously balanced. The boards may not be anchored properly to the side of the cabinet.
BobA:
Make sure there is nothing loose in the cab. Including coin box coins nails power supply etc. Everything should be bollted in place solidly (especially the monitor). Close and lock any doors, tape shut if they will not lock.
Slide the cab on an old movers pad or comforter.