Desktop Skee-Ball is not only a super fun desktop game, It's the best way to procrastinate. This is the most fun desktop game I've made so far, and it's definitely the coolest looking as well. It's also very aesthetic and can be printed in colors to match your desk setup. These make great gifts but can also be sold for a profit!
Components you'll need to order. All of these should be on Amazon Prime. These are the exact same components as desktop golf.
1. The Balls: 1/4" Steel Ball Bearings (Amazon)
2. The Magnets: 5x3 mm Small Round Magnets (Amazon)
3. The Tube: 3/8" ID, 1/2" OD PVC Clear Vinyl Tubing (Amazon)
--Assembly Instructions--
Everything goes together in an intuitive way. However, here are some instructions on assembly.
Machine
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Snap Bottom Cover onto Machine Base
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Snap Hole Board into Machine Base
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Snap Top Cover onto Machine Base
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Insert Clamps into sides of the Machines
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Screw screws into clamps and secure to desk
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Insert tube into hole on Bottom Cover
Launcher
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Install the 2 magnets into the slots as shown below
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Insert screw into Launcher, tighten onto desk
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Place the Hex Piece into the tee box hex hole
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Click the Spring onto the hex
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Insert Release lever into hole underneath the Launcher
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Cut Tube to length (some sag is fine) and insert into the tube hole. Start with the tube longer than needed and test to see if the ball has the correct speed. Cut tube shorter if more speed is needed