Candyguy Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 Hi guys Which crane would you suggest for my first crane machine? Also, how much maintenance can I expect with this machine? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musser Posted December 24, 2015 Share Posted December 24, 2015 Toy soldier by coastal, or toy chest by smart. I think they are probably about equal in quality although I am sure some will disagree Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candyguy Posted December 24, 2015 Author Share Posted December 24, 2015 Do these machines require a plug in outlet? Also, when maintainence issues arise, are these things you can fix yourself or do you have to have someone come to troubleshoot and fix your machine? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gumball guy Posted December 25, 2015 Share Posted December 25, 2015 Do these machines require a plug in outlet? Also, when maintainence issues arise, are these things you can fix yourself or do you have to have someone come to troubleshoot and fix your machine? Most crane machines require a plug in. The solar ones are much more expensive. Maintenance can be expensive if you are not mechanically inclined. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candyguy Posted December 25, 2015 Author Share Posted December 25, 2015 I would think locs for these would be hard to get since they require to be plugged in and for spacing reasons. Am I wrong? It also seems many of the top locators don't do cranes. What's your guys experiences in getting these placed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toad Posted December 25, 2015 Share Posted December 25, 2015 Candy guy, your on wrong page, candy and charity is in a different section, lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havending Posted December 27, 2015 Share Posted December 27, 2015 Candy guy, your on wrong page, candy and charity is in a different section, lol He's trying to run with the big boys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Schweddy Posted December 27, 2015 Share Posted December 27, 2015 I hire someone to fix all my machine$$$$$. Big boys with big balls machines Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkochan Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 Toy Taxi 31" or Hot Stuff 31" cranes from Coast to Coast are also good cranes. So are Rainbow cranes. I have been running cranes for over two years. Problems that I encountered are: 1) Coin mechanisms getting jammed 2) Bill acceptor entries clogged with coins or paper 3) Power supplies failing 4) Claw string breaking 5) Control boards failing 6) Light fixtures / bulbs needing replacement These problems aren't hard to fix. Items 1 & 2 are most common. Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candyguy Posted December 29, 2015 Author Share Posted December 29, 2015 Toy Taxi 31" or Hot Stuff 31" cranes from Coast to Coast are also good cranes. So are Rainbow cranes. I have been running cranes for over two years. Problems that I encountered are: 1) Coin mechanisms getting jammed 2) Bill acceptor entries clogged with coins or paper 3) Power supplies failing 4) Claw string breaking 5) Control boards failing 6) Light fixtures / bulbs needing replacement These problems aren't hard to fix. Items 1 & 2 are most common. Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk Do you locate your own machines? Also, if there are electrical issues and you can't fix it, is there someone from the company that services? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musser Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 you will be on your own for repairs, there are people that can fix it but the cost wont be worth it, so if you want to be an amusement operator you will have to step it up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkochan Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 Do you locate your own machines? Also, if there are electrical issues and you can't fix it, is there someone from the company that services?I locate my own cranes. I taught myself how to service crane machines. Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gs Vending Posted December 31, 2015 Share Posted December 31, 2015 I locate my own cranes. I taught myself how to service crane machines. Same here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candyguy Posted February 18, 2016 Author Share Posted February 18, 2016 What is a licensed plush mean? What kind of mix would you recommend I start with if I got a let's say a toy taxi crane? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Schweddy Posted February 18, 2016 Share Posted February 18, 2016 It means you have to have a g14 license to run that plush. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candyguy Posted February 18, 2016 Author Share Posted February 18, 2016 It means you have to have a g14 license to run that plush. Thanks. I should be able to apply and get this at the same place you did to get it. I just stop by the "trolls that think they are funny" agency right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musser Posted February 18, 2016 Share Posted February 18, 2016 So you are getting a Toy Taxi. I have an idea call Coast to Coast, even better go to their web site. Or, continue to troll us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candyguy Posted February 18, 2016 Author Share Posted February 18, 2016 So you are getting a Toy Taxi. I have an idea call Coast to Coast, even better go to their web site. Or, continue to troll us. Here's an idea, why not just answer the question? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toad Posted February 18, 2016 Share Posted February 18, 2016 I think people are tired of lazy jerks like you expecting everyone to spoonfeed them, when you are so lazy and don't even take the time to do any research first, or even use your brain. Not sure how anyone with an mindset like that will ever succeed being self-employed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candyguy Posted February 18, 2016 Author Share Posted February 18, 2016 I think people are tired of lazy jerks like you expecting everyone to spoonfeed them, when you are so lazy and don't even take the time to do any research first, or even use your brain. Not sure how anyone with an mindset like that will ever succeed being self-employed Toad, I think you need to go back and stick your rear end in Pete's "Big Balls for Boys" machine because your obviously in the wrong place and not doing what you like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musser Posted February 18, 2016 Share Posted February 18, 2016 Bwahaha, FYI: Toad, the most sucessful crane operator I know, loves his work, and has always been willing to help others. I agree with his comment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candyguy Posted February 18, 2016 Author Share Posted February 18, 2016 Bwahaha, FYI: Toad, the most sucessful crane operator I know, loves his work, and has always been willing to help others. I agree with his comment. Well I'm very happy for you that you agree with him when he insults other people on here just asking a simple question. Speaks of your character also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toad Posted February 18, 2016 Share Posted February 18, 2016 Successful crane operator Means about as much as being the best typewriter repair man, with the current state of vending nowadays, lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candyguy Posted February 19, 2016 Author Share Posted February 19, 2016 Successful crane operator Means about as much as being the best typewriter repair man, with the current state of vending nowadays, lol Yeah,and it will always be a good feeling to know that you have a #1 fan in musser out there. I bet he even wiped his own chin after he got off his knees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toad Posted February 19, 2016 Share Posted February 19, 2016 Wow, lazy and rude, sounds like your a class act! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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