dogcow Posted May 24, 2012 Share Posted May 24, 2012 anyone here run gravel cranes (mp3 player,etc..) . does the gravel serve some function purpose? it seems like a huge mess i bought a used one and the gravel got everywhere .. if its just for decorative purposes i was thking of using something like this instead http://www.amazon.com/Gold-Coins-Plastic-Pirate-Parties/dp/B0013OWG9A but then i got to thinking maybe its functional, like it helps so the claw can get underneath the items? not sure...any advice appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
decaturjack Posted May 24, 2012 Share Posted May 24, 2012 I could see it letting the claw be able to get under stuff. Is it actual gravel or is it like aquarium gravel. Aquarium stuff comes in all types and some aren't messy at all. Those plastic gold coins might work though if they were deep enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billnuts Posted May 24, 2012 Share Posted May 24, 2012 its so the claw can get under the objects or pick up flat bottom products if it didnt have the gravel it would hit the bottom and usually the claw will fall over on its side. and grab sideways the gravel is fishtank gravel and comes in diffrent colors its a soft stop for the claw and to let the claw know when to close and go back upwards. the coins may work. but would have to be at least 4-5 inches deep and thats a lot of coins bill plus sometimes you can use the gravel to weigh down gift cards with tags... i put the tag under the gravel so it has to pull out the tag too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogcow Posted May 24, 2012 Author Share Posted May 24, 2012 bill as usual very helpful thanks so much, guess i will stick with the gravel its just a big mess it gets everywhere insiide the crane "box" during moving and requires to shopvac it out to switch back to plush Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musser Posted May 25, 2012 Share Posted May 25, 2012 tried different types of plastic beads once, didn't work as jewelry would "sink" in, I suspect the coins might do the same, not to mention the cost. Gravel cranes with jewelry or mp3s can do well in the right place Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogcow Posted May 25, 2012 Author Share Posted May 25, 2012 ive run into 2 different operators who are running gravel cranes in bars with adult dvd and dildos in them $1/play, said they clean up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billnuts Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 I have a crane in a strip club.. i have free lapdance cards as prizes and free drink winners.. along with dvd and toys. and i settle up with the strippers once a month. And i seem to spend alot of time doing maintence on that crane... seems to break down alot... and needs refilled.. takes me forever to find the right keys.. i just dont understand why... bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogcow Posted May 26, 2012 Author Share Posted May 26, 2012 I have a crane in a strip club.. i have free lapdance cards as prizes and free drink winners.. along with dvd and toys. and i settle up with the strippers once a month. And i seem to spend alot of time doing maintence on that crane... seems to break down alot... and needs refilled.. takes me forever to find the right keys.. i just dont understand why... bill in all seriousness how does it do? whats ur split and avg cogs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billnuts Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 well it does the same as a busy eatery around $500 gross a month the drinks i get a deal on and the dances are set... its $10.00 to the strippers for each dance. with $5.00 of that goes to the house. and after the frist week-s i had to explain to the girls that i would pay them every month when i come in to refill and not every nite and not to worry... they were kinda skittish at first calling me at 3 am to trade in thier dances thinking they were not going to be paid etc.. you have strippers calling your house asking for money at 3 am you better have a strong willed and understanding wifee. or girlfirend... bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogcow Posted May 27, 2012 Author Share Posted May 27, 2012 thx for the info i may rty to pitch some of these, i would prob just buy the club money (the boner bux) from the club and use in the machine that instead of coupons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronsidney Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 this is old thread but i gotta comment.. I use sea shells in my gravel cranes,,play action is good and claw sinks in good..I bought 4 tons of them from the phillipines(a importer in LA got them for me) ..The come in 5 kg bags and i have bunch left ..they are a good mix of small shells and died pink,blue yellow etc..The kids actually play for the shells and if they fall down the chute the kids grab them like they are the prize.. if you want some i can get some together..they cost me like 3 bucks a kilo shipping and all..it takes about 15 kilos for good depth in 31"crane.. you pay shipping or come pick up..Ill take a pic and post it in a few here ron www.blazingquarters.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronsidney Posted July 26, 2012 Share Posted July 26, 2012 here is the gravel pic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogcow Posted July 26, 2012 Author Share Posted July 26, 2012 yeah id be interested i had to clean out a gravel crane at one spot it was an absolute nightmare gravel got everywhere down where the board is...took forever to get it all out. PM me if you can get some Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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