Rubber Set Kits
Pinball rubber kits offer the easiest way to replace all worn rubber parts of a pinball machine in a single step. Instead of painstakingly putting together individual rubber rings, finger rubbers, rebound rubbers, or other rubber components, you receive a complete kit tailored to the respective pinball model. This saves you time, prevents purchasing mistakes, and ensures that all the required rubber parts are available for the maintenance or restoration of your pinball machine.
At PU parts, you will find high-quality rubber kits for numerous pinball machines from Williams, Bally, Stern Pinball, Data East, Sega, Gottlieb, Jersey Jack Pinball, and other manufacturers. Our kits are put together based on the experience of our in-house workshop and are carefully checked to ensure you receive exactly the rubber parts that match your pinball machine.
Why a Rubber Kit Is Often a Better Choice Than Individual Rubber Parts
Over time, all rubber components in a pinball machine age. While individual rubber parts often show visible signs of wear, many other rubber parts lose their elasticity without being noticed. If only individual components are replaced, differences in rebound behavior—and thus in the feel of the game—often arise.
A complete rubber set allows you to replace all relevant rubber parts of a pinball machine in a single step. This ensures that ball control, rebound behavior, and play speed remain consistent. At the same time, it prevents the need to replace additional worn rubber parts shortly after maintenance. Another advantage is the ease of selection. Instead of having to pick out the necessary rubber rings, finger rubbers, bumper rubbers, or rubber sleeves one by one, you receive a pre-assembled set for your pinball machine. This saves time and reduces the risk of accidentally ordering unsuitable replacement parts.
🔧 Workshop Tip:
If you’re replacing all rubber parts at the same time, we recommend thoroughly cleaning the playfield. This way, you’ll not only benefit from new rubber parts but also improve the appearance and long-term value retention of your pinball machine.
Tested by our workshop—rubber sets with a precisely matched selection
Every pinball model has different rubber rings, finger rubbers, and other rubber components. That’s why it’s not enough to simply put together standard sizes. This is exactly where you benefit from the experience of our in-house workshop.
Our rubber sets are carefully assembled and tested on actual pinball machines. This ensures that the rubber parts included fit the respective pinball machine model exactly. This additional check helps prevent incorrect orders and makes replacing the rubbers significantly easier for both experienced technicians and beginners. A verified selection is a decisive advantage, especially for older pinball machines that have different parts lists or revisions. Our goal is to make maintenance as easy as possible for you while offering a rubber set you can rely on.
🔧 Workshop Tip:
Keep the packaging of your rubber set after maintenance. That way, during your next inspection, you’ll know exactly which set has already been used and which pinball model it’s installed on.
Rubber Sets Simplify Maintenance, Restoration, and Value Preservation
A high-quality rubber set is one of the most sensible investments for the regular maintenance of a pinball machine. By replacing all relevant rubber components at the same time, gameplay remains consistent, sensitive playfield parts are protected, and the pinball machine retains its original dynamics.
At PU parts, you also benefit from the expertise of our in-house workshop. Our rubber sets are carefully inspected and assembled to fit each specific pinball model. This provides you with a reliable solution for maintenance, repair, or restoration without having to painstakingly search for individual rubber parts.
Whether you play your pinball machine regularly, are professionally restoring it, or want to preserve it for the long term—with the right rubber set, you’ll save time, avoid making the wrong purchases, and lay the foundation for a precise and authentic playing experience.
What is included in a pinball rubber kit?
A pinball rubber kit contains the rubber components required for the specific pinball title. Depending on the machine, this may include rubber rings, flipper rubbers, bumper rubbers, rubber sleeves, rubber caps and other rubber parts used on the playfield. Because quantities, sizes and types vary between machines, PU parts assembles each kit specifically for the corresponding pinball title.
Does a PU parts rubber kit really include all the required pinball rubbers?
Yes. Our model-specific pinball rubber kits are assembled by PU parts for the individual pinball title. This allows us to ensure that each kit is complete for its intended machine. You do not have to identify and purchase all the different rubber sizes and types individually.
How do I find the correct rubber kit for my pinball machine?
The most important information is the exact pinball title and model. Choose the rubber kit that is specifically listed for your pinball machine. If a game exists in different versions or configurations, check the information in the product description to make sure you select the correct kit.
Why should I buy a complete pinball rubber kit instead of individual rubbers?
A complete rubber kit saves you the time and effort of identifying every individual rubber size and type used in your machine. A full rubber replacement can require numerous different rubber rings and other components. A model-specific kit simplifies ordering and makes it easier to replace all required rubbers during one maintenance session.
When should I replace the complete rubber set on my pinball machine?
A complete replacement is particularly useful when many rubbers have become hard, cracked, brittle, heavily worn or badly contaminated. It can also be worthwhile when restoring a machine or servicing an older pinball machine with an unknown maintenance history. In these cases, replacing the complete rubber set provides a consistent starting point for the playfield.
How often should pinball machine rubbers be replaced?
There is no fixed replacement interval. Wear depends on factors such as playing frequency, age, rubber material and mounting position. A heavily played pinball machine may require new rubbers much sooner than a lightly used collector machine. The actual condition of the rubber parts is therefore more important than a specific replacement schedule.
Does a new rubber kit improve how a pinball machine plays?
The difference can be very noticeable. Old and hardened rubbers react differently to the pinball than fresh, elastic rubber components. After replacing a worn rubber set, rebound, ball speed and ball control can become more consistent and dynamic. How noticeable the improvement is depends on the condition of the old rubbers.
How does PU parts assemble its pinball rubber kits?
PU parts assembles the rubber kits specifically for the individual pinball titles. The required rubber components, sizes and quantities are assigned to the corresponding machine and combined into a complete kit. This gives you a model-specific rubber set without having to identify and order every individual rubber yourself.
Are model-specific pinball rubber kits better than universal rubber kits?
For a complete rubber replacement, a model-specific kit is particularly convenient because different pinball machines use different sizes, quantities and types of rubber components. A universal rubber assortment can be useful for a workshop or individual repairs, but it does not replace a kit assembled specifically for a particular pinball title.
Can I install a pinball rubber kit myself?
Many pinball owners replace playfield rubbers themselves. Depending on the machine, some plastics, ramps or other playfield components may need to be removed to reach all rubber locations. It is a good idea to take detailed photos before and during disassembly and replace the rubbers systematically, one position at a time.
Do I have to completely disassemble the playfield to install a rubber kit?
Usually not. The amount of disassembly required depends on the specific pinball machine. Easily accessible rubbers can be replaced directly, while other locations may require plastics, ramps or additional playfield assemblies to be removed. Taking photos during disassembly makes correct reassembly considerably easier.
Should I clean the playfield when replacing a pinball rubber kit?
Yes. A complete rubber replacement is an excellent opportunity to clean the playfield. Once the old rubbers and some playfield components have been removed, areas that are normally difficult to access become easier to clean. Dirt and rubber residue can be removed before the new rubber components are installed.
Can I order individual replacement rubbers after installing a complete rubber kit?
Yes. If an individual rubber component later becomes worn or damaged, you do not necessarily need to purchase another complete kit. PU parts also offers individual rubber rings, flipper rubbers, bumper rubbers, rubber sleeves, rubber caps and other pinball rubber parts for individual replacement.
Which pinball machines are PU parts rubber kits available for?
PU parts offers model-specific rubber kits for numerous classic and modern pinball machines from different manufacturers. These include machines from Williams, Bally, Stern Pinball, Data East, Sega, Gottlieb and other manufacturers. The important factor is that the rubber kit is assigned to the specific pinball title.