The Internet Pinball Database mentions that most "Rock Encore" pins were actually conversion kits for "Rock." The differences are in the translite artwork and a few sounds.

This year were two somewhat rare "El Dorado City Of Gold" pins.

To the left of the first "El Dorado City Of Gold" pin is a somewhat rare Bally "Band Wagon" pin.

Here's the second "El Dorado City Of Gold" pin.

This "Surf Champ" is actually a sample pin.

Notice the numbers, and the "S" to the right, confirming this is a sample pin.

Even more unique is what's left of this one of a kind Gottlieb "Thermostat" pin.

There were a few videogames at the show too, including "Centipede."

Atari's sequel, "Millipede," was also there. The game on the left though, is not a videogame. It's actually a somewhat rare "Sea Hunt" pin, made by Allied Leisure. The joysticks are used to shake the playfield around during game play. The other "shaker" pin made by Allied was "Spooksville."

Click on the pic to see a better shot of the playfield.

This Sega "Thunder Blade" videogame was priced to sell at just $200.

Now, this is what you take to a pinball show. You can bring home a lot of pins in a truck this size, and a jukebox too, no problem. Trust me, I know:)

This cool AVP Pinball decal is actually a bunch of refrigerator magnets. AVP Pinball, by the way, is based out of Towson, MD, and they do service calls.

Here's another shot of this rarity.

If you know anything about this game, like the manufacturer, year, etc., please email me.

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