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Expert: - 2/26/2011


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I am trying to determine the appropriate size gum balls for the above machine.  The internal wheel has an opening that measures 15/16" and I tried to use 7/8" gum balls (.92).  However they seem to jam the machine. I intend to buy the next size smaller gumball, but wanted to see if there is another size gumball that was designed for this particular machine and internal wheel opening/mechanism.

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Mark,

I have found it to be trial and error finding the correct gumballs for antique machines.  Today's sizes are different from years ago.  Gumball use to be perfectly round and now they are not.  This can also create problems and jam antique machines.  I can not give any recommendations in regard to your specific machine since I don't own the machine, but as I mentioned earlier just keep trying different sizes until you are satisfied.

Good Luck,
Chad
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I'm an expert on coin operated machines. I can answer questions on slot machines, gumball & peanut machines, jukeboxes, arcade machines, pinball machines, gambling machines and any other device that operates with a coin. I have a couple hundred machines in my collection and have seen hundreds of others while traveling across the country and going to antique shows. I can give an appraisal on your item, but please send a picture if possible so I can give you accurate information. You can send pictures to me at buck@nvc.net

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