Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Episode#42 Big Budget Virtual Pinball Cabinet Tutorial Series!
In this episode, I will teach you how to build an addition to your custom pinball topper and show you my creative process as it unfolds! Lot's of cool tips and stuff to learn! Sooo much pinball goodness!
I recommend watching the previous 2 videos as some steps are not shown in as much detail in this video as it is repeated.
For those of you who would like to build this topper and lightbox sign, the files/info/stl can be downloaded here:
Drive in theater:
patreon.com/posts/first-post-for-151768848
Starlight drive in sign/command line examples:
patreon.com/posts/lightbox-drive-152486247
If you build one, I'd love to see it on your vpin!
Snack Bar files:
patreon.com/posts/snack-bar-is-now-156314114?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
Link to Bambu Labs' Maker Lab:
makerworld.com/en/makerlab?from=navbar
Link to the custom GIFs and Spreadsheet/video for E codes/command line examples:
youtube.com/watch?v=jdc8o5sIMbg
Here is the link to the Arnoz parts:
shop.arnoz.com/en/dude-s-cab/131-dude-s-cab-v1.html
shop.arnoz.com/en/accueil/149-bunny.html
shop.arnoz.com/fr/accessoires/81-la-nettoyeuse.html
Pinball cabinet flat pack: pinballcabinet.com
Think I'm doing a crazy good job and want to help fund my next cool project or help support the purchase of some new filming gear? Check out my Patreon where you can support the channel. patreon.com/WayoftheWrench
These links will take you to the parts I used in this video/filming gear and help support my channel! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
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If you would like to make my budget build vpin cabinet, here is a link to the free plans! sdssautomotive.wordpress.com/way-of-the-wrench If you design your own, I'd love to see it! Send pics/video to my DM on Instagram!
If you would like to keep up with behind the scenes info, pictures, and videos, follow us at instagram.com/way_of_the_wrench
If you enjoyed the video, learned some cool tech tips, I would appreciate it if you could share out the channel on your social media so I can help more people!
Thanks for watching and if you hit the post notification bell, you will know when our next videos are out!
Music:
Dead Cat Baunc3 - Electro/Dance - Royalty Free Music
youtube.com/watch?v=agtU9NtciZU
Heart Valve - Synthwave - Royalty Free Music
youtube.com/watch?v=jsvvhuMcVuI
Synthwave E - Royalty Free Music
youtube.com/watch?v=RBxnYXGNNAk
Intro Outro music is Synthwave D https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNDvO... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBxnY...
Disclaimer: These videos are intended for entertainment, inspiration, and educational use only. Working in a woodshop, metalshop, or autoshop is dangerous without proper safety and experience. Always seek professional advice and training before using any power tools/machinery. If you have any uncertainty before performing any shop procedure, stop and learn a safe method/technique. Do not attempt anything simply because you saw it in one of my videos. Be smart, use common sense, respect your power tools/machines
Episode#42 Big Budget Virtual Pinball Cabinet Tutorial Series!
In this episode, I will teach you how to build an addition to your custom pinball topper and show you my creative process as it unfolds! Lot's of cool tips and stuff to learn! Sooo much pinball goodness!
I recommend watching the previous 2 videos as some steps are not shown in as much detail in this video as it is repeated.
For those of you who would like to build this topper and lightbox sign, the files/info/stl can be downloaded here:
Drive in theater:
patreon.com/posts/first-post-for-151768848
Starlight drive in sign/command line examples:
patreon.com/posts/lightbox-drive-152486247
If you build one, I'd love to see it on your vpin!
Snack Bar files:
patreon.com/posts/snack-bar-is-now-156314114?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
Link to Bambu Labs' Maker Lab:
makerworld.com/en/makerlab?from=navbar
Link to the custom GIFs and Spreadsheet/video for E codes/command line examples:
youtube.com/watch?v=jdc8o5sIMbg
Here is the link to the Arnoz parts:
shop.arnoz.com/en/dude-s-cab/131-dude-s-cab-v1.html
shop.arnoz.com/en/accueil/149-bunny.html
shop.arnoz.com/fr/accessoires/81-la-nettoyeuse.html
Pinball cabinet flat pack: pinballcabinet.com
Think I'm doing a crazy good job and want to help fund my next cool project or help support the purchase of some new filming gear? Check out my Patreon where you can support the channel. patreon.com/WayoftheWrench
These links will take you to the parts I used in this video/filming gear and help support my channel! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
EL Wire 12VDC Transformer amzn.to/4d8bA7W
EL Wire amzn.to/49a1h0G
15.6" IPS screen amzn.to/4sfOIIA
Baking Soda amzn.to/4rD6B4d
Krazy Glue amzn.to/4kSmAIW
White PETG filament amzn.to/3MKmWVy
144 led per meter ALED strip with tester amzn.to/4qY1cTY
raspberry Pi power supply 5V 3.5 Amp amzn.to/4tWzyte
6 foot usb c cable amzn.to/3OAwanM
Bench top PSU Electronics amzn.to/4bx7t4W
0-48V DC PSU amzn.to/4qXIM6r
Terminal blocks amzn.to/3KLKDf7
Beacon lights amzn.to/4hyyXIA
Female 12 DC outlet dual port amzn.to/4qoBQj4
Dremel kit amzn.to/4pPQGPc
Makita drill 1/2" amzn.to/3G7opl8
hot glue gun amzn.to/46vnyW1
Fork Spade Terminals amzn.to/3jn7qQw
16 gauge wire amzn.to/3HrLITw
5 1/4" speakers amzn.to/4e5KCey
18 Gauge Red/Black wire amzn.to/3HrLITw
Fork Spade Terminals amzn.to/3jn7qQw
16 gauge wire amzn.to/3HrLITw
LG C3 42" monitor amzn.to/4g5DShC
Smart power strip smart power strip amzn.to/3YIPZvS
Wire management amzn.to/48qDI2c
32" Samsung monitor amzn.to/3A8MTI7
Filming gear:
Canon M50 camera amzn.to/3x53c3v
Canon M50 AC adapter amzn.to/3JTaMpe
Canon lens filters/protective covers amzn.to/3HO6fBQ
Rode Wireless Go 2 amzn.to/46eIzl2
If you would like to make my budget build vpin cabinet, here is a link to the free plans! sdssautomotive.wordpress.com/way-of-the-wrench If you design your own, I'd love to see it! Send pics/video to my DM on Instagram!
If you would like to keep up with behind the scenes info, pictures, and videos, follow us at instagram.com/way_of_the_wrench
If you enjoyed the video, learned some cool tech tips, I would appreciate it if you could share out the channel on your social media so I can help more people!
Thanks for watching and if you hit the post notification bell, you will know when our next videos are out!
Music:
Dead Cat Baunc3 - Electro/Dance - Royalty Free Music
youtube.com/watch?v=agtU9NtciZU
Heart Valve - Synthwave - Royalty Free Music
youtube.com/watch?v=jsvvhuMcVuI
Synthwave E - Royalty Free Music
youtube.com/watch?v=RBxnYXGNNAk
Intro Outro music is Synthwave D https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNDvO... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBxnY...
Disclaimer: These videos are intended for entertainment, inspiration, and educational use only. Working in a woodshop, metalshop, or autoshop is dangerous without proper safety and experience. Always seek professional advice and training before using any power tools/machinery. If you have any uncertainty before performing any shop procedure, stop and learn a safe method/technique. Do not attempt anything simply because you saw it in one of my videos. Be smart, use common sense, respect your power tools/machines




![Pretty inside AND out: Final Assembly. Virtual Pinball Glory!
Episode#43 Custom Virtual Pinball Cabinet Tutorial Series Extravaganza!
In this video I will show your everything you need to know to be able to do the final assembly of your pinball cabinet.
I go over everything you need to know including how to run a grounding wire so you dont electrocute someone, how to organize your wires, and how to make some accent lighting to really make the inside pop! I will show all of my tips and tricks so you can have an impressive inside of your cabinet too! As I go I will talk about stuff you can do to make this easier, more enjoyable, and things you can do to improve the outcome of the final assembly.
Loving the vpin series? Share with your friends and get them interested in building a vpin.....its never been easier! Think Im doing a crazy good job and want to help? Share out my channel to all of your friends!
Link to my parts video for all the info/links to all of the parts you see missing from this cabinet that will be going back in!
https://youtu.be/5Ftgomc1Wqs
These links will take you to the parts I used in this video/filming gear and help support my channel! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
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Special thanks to Paul at Virtuapin for helping me with a speedy delivery for my replacement kl25z board!
If you would like to make my vpin cabinet, here is a link to the free plans!
https://sdssautomotive.wordpress.com/way-of-the-wrench/
If you design your own, Id love to see it! Send pics/video to my DM on Instagram!
If you would like to keep up with behind the scenes info, pictures, and videos, follow us at https://www.instagram.com/way_of_the_wrench/
Thanks for watching and if you hit the post notification bell, you will know when our next videos are out!
Music for this very special episode by :
Music To Wear Fingerless Gloves To by Punch Deck
https://punchdeck.bandcamp.com
Promoted by @RoyaltyFreePlanet - https://royaltyfreeplanet.com
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0
http://bit.ly/RFP_CClicense
Apex by Vladmsorensen
https://vladm.bandcamp.com
Promoted by @RoyaltyFreePlanet - https://royaltyfreeplanet.com
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0
http://bit.ly/RFP_CClicense
Dominant by Punch Deck
https://punchdeck.bandcamp.com
Promoted by Royalty Free Planet:
• Punch Deck – Dominant [Cinematic] 🎵 f...
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0
http://bit.ly/RFP_CClicense
Welcome To The Game by Vladmsorensen
https://vladm.bandcamp.com
Promoted by Royalty Free Planet: https://royaltyfreeplanet.com
Creative Commons Attribution 3.0
http://bit.ly/RFP_CClicense
Thanks to Teknoaxe for his royalty free music for our intro/outro music. Please check out all of Teknoaxes sweet music tracks!
http://www.teknoaxe.com
Intro music is Synthwave D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNDvO...
Outro music is Sythwave E
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBxnY...
We Take it All Back - Synthwave - Royalty Free Music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYg5BlqLkPQ
Disclaimer: These videos are intended for entertainment, inspiration, and educational use only. Working in a woodshop, metalshop, or autoshop is dangerous without proper safety and experience. Always seek professional advice and training before using any power tools/machinery. If you have any uncertainty before performing any shop procedure, stop and learn a safe method/technique. Do not attempt anything simply because you saw it in one of my videos. Be smart, use common sense, respect your power tools/machines, and be safe. Pretty inside AND out: Final Assembly. Virtual Pinball Glory!](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/q-O0SMqILYY/mqdefault.jpg)





