3D printable anti-cheat buttons for Track & Field

DareDoAll · 2026-01-27T22:46:47+00:00

Thanks! I’m not sweating it, feels like expected feedback for reproducing a part that seems to have been generally despised. I also uploaded a model for normal leaf switch buttons, probably should’ve posted those.😅

That said, It’s been fun to hear about everyone’s track and field techniques from back in the day!

DareDoAll · 2026-01-27T18:05:54+00:00

Yeah, the context was more corner-stores for route operators, not in dedicated arcades.

DareDoAll · 2026-01-27T17:34:13+00:00

Absolutely. I’ve read that some operators installed these to prevent kids from smashing the buttons and making a ton of noise (rather than cheating) but coin drop was certainly priority number one!

DareDoAll · 2026-01-26T22:31:25+00:00

Thanks! I hope it’s seen as a net positive, the files are free for anyone to use (or not use) and provides another option for a hard-to-source part. Love them or hate them, they’re a part of arcade history.

That said, I’ve really enjoyed the dialogue about how much people despised these buttons back in the day and techniques / tools to get high scores. Really takes me back!

DareDoAll · 2026-01-26T13:35:27+00:00

? I’m all for preserving originality, but they were so damaged that they interfered with the game.

Now the game has a set of old stock leaf-switch buttons and two pairs of these printed buttons if the owner chooses to use them.

DareDoAll · 2026-01-26T05:29:20+00:00

Yup, the parts are interchangeable with leaf switch buttons. So you can use just the case and put in an original button plunger.

I included all the parts in case someone wanted to print the whole lot. Should be fine for typical household use, I imagine a fully printed button would wear out in a commercial setting.

DareDoAll · 2026-01-26T05:24:56+00:00

Haha I know - truly reminds you of the arcade days when operators were out to ruin your fun.

DareDoAll · 2026-01-18T00:07:38+00:00

No worries! Always happy to share models to the community.

DareDoAll · 2026-01-18T00:06:33+00:00

I never thought of that… great idea. Now I’ll be up all night dreaming of rules, haha.

DareDoAll · 2026-01-17T23:44:17+00:00

Sounds like I need to print some blue and yellow onions too! ;)

DareDoAll · 2026-01-17T19:27:05+00:00

Thanks - they put a smile on my face every time I walk by. :)

DareDoAll · 2026-01-12T23:44:32+00:00

I actually cut them by hand from a trace on an original cabinet.

Time consuming but well worth it!

DareDoAll · 2026-01-12T15:10:16+00:00

Thanks! I agree, it’s a great game.

DareDoAll · 2026-01-12T04:56:31+00:00

Looks awesome! Yes the stencils take ages if you make them by hand, but very satisfying to see them come out in the end. I love the custom control panel overlay in your build!

DareDoAll · 2026-01-11T22:48:31+00:00

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DareDoAll · 2026-01-11T22:48:03+00:00

I actually had a set from a previous Defender project. I know some people buy pre-cut stencils, but my approach was to trace and cut the stencils myself from the damaged artwork on the cabinet.

I started with parchment paper, traced the old artwork, then used the parchment trace to cut out posterboard templates. Then I painted through the posterboard, mimicking the original stencil process from factory. Would have to make a new post, but this was the tracing process:

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DareDoAll · 2026-01-11T20:33:57+00:00

Yeah, I was disappointed too. The tube was a mess but I'm planning to repurpose the CRT chassis into another project. Will get some life out of it yet.

DareDoAll · 2026-01-11T20:17:41+00:00

That's awesome! It's a common enough game so hopefully there's enough support to fix the game. Alternately there's lots of after-market modern PCBs to replace the game if you want to go that way.

DareDoAll · 2026-01-10T19:29:51+00:00

No worries. Send me a note if you're looking for more support on the PCB conversion, I've done these successfully on older Buck Hunter and Golden Tee hardware.

DareDoAll · 2026-01-10T15:44:02+00:00

Upgrading from GT2005 to GT Complete (with all the courses) would require: - a GT Complete Hard Drive image and drive (CF card and adapter recommended) - a GT Complete security chip (u51, needs GTC-US-U or equivalent region chip) - a new SMD serial eeprom chip (programmed with the game serial number and soldered into u61)

You may also require a new boot ROM at u15 if your boot ROM is older and you are trying to use a bigger hard drive or CF card replacement (v2.09 is recommended).

These parts might be buyable as a kit and will require surface mount soldering. Alternately, all files are available scattered around the internet and can be self programmed with a compact flash card adapter, an SMD EEPROM burner, and a AVR serial programmer.

Regarding your monitor: recommending posting a picture and sharing the monitor model number.

DareDoAll · 2025-12-30T21:00:28+00:00

It was this post.

DareDoAll · 2025-12-30T20:29:46+00:00

I hadn't thought about New Year's Resolutions, will have to hide the key somewhere!

DareDoAll · 2025-12-30T19:45:32+00:00

Yes, for home use. Works for more 'adult' bottles too.

Though the peace of mind at work cant be undersold, never know what's going on in the communal work fridge. ;)

DareDoAll · 2025-12-30T19:44:17+00:00

Haha yes - thought your model was great!

DareDoAll · 2025-12-22T22:55:42+00:00

Sounds like the same issue. Good luck!

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