When asking questions about a pool table!

can you help me with my table? The balls don't seem to want to drop into the pockets, I think there too tight.........

Is there that much difference between the Olhausen Reno (either L or V series) and the Belmont (Americana)?

Second, was checking out Olhausen tables at youtube and someone name checked you. You must really get around. (Assuming you're one and the same)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0xapT1-1RM

I had a question about my table and I have the exact model and information for you. Here is the link...

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00617343000P?prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=G1

My issue is that when I have the table tennis top on it, it plays fine, but when I take it off and convert it to the pool table the balls don't roll absolutely perfect. I know it isn't the table, as I paid extra to get the full 1/2" plywood playing surface instead of only the 1/4" plywood surface (yeah, when it comes to pool, I spare no expense).

Any advice?

I feel ashamed. I really am using a Sears special right now. I'm getting an Ohausen when tax time rolls around.

Baby PacMan said:

Is there that much difference between the Olhausen Reno (either L or V series) and the Belmont (Americana)?

Second, was checking out Olhausen tables at youtube and someone name checked you. You must really get around. (Assuming you're one and the same)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0xapT1-1RM

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The Reno L or V series will be a Laminate or Veneer finish on oak. The Americana series (including the Belmont) has a solid Tulipwood frame.

Cosmetically, the Belmont has some routing in the legs and frame, where the Reno is just flat. The Reno is available in all finishes, but the Belmont is only available in Cherry on Tulip. Belmont is also only available in 7/8 foot, but the Reno is available in all sizes.

Also, I believe the Belmont uses what they call Americana Cushions, but the Reno has Accu-Fast Not 100% on that, so please double check it before you take it as fact.

Other than that, they use the exact same subframe and top liner, same slate and the same pockets.

Basically, in terms of playability, the only difference in the two will be the rubber, and the size if you want a 9' table.

For looks, the solid finish of the Belmont will hold up better to humidity, etc. over time, and you get the routing if you want something slightly more decorative, but Olhausen's lamintes and veneers tend to hold up fairly well too unless the table is in standing water.

Hope that info helps!

Club Billiards said:

The Reno L or V series will be a Laminate or Veneer finish on oak. The Americana series (including the Belmont) has a solid Tulipwood frame.

Cosmetically, the Belmont has some routing in the legs and frame, where the Reno is just flat. The Reno is available in all finishes, but the Belmont is only available in Cherry on Tulip. Belmont is also only available in 7/8 foot, but the Reno is available in all sizes.

Also, I believe the Belmont uses what they call Americana Cushions, but the Reno has Accu-Fast Not 100% on that, so please double check it before you take it as fact.

Other than that, they use the exact same subframe and top liner, same slate and the same pockets.

Basically, in terms of playability, the only difference in the two will be the rubber, and the size if you want a 9' table.

For looks, the solid finish of the Belmont will hold up better to humidity, etc. over time, and you get the routing if you want something slightly more decorative, but Olhausen's lamintes and veneers tend to hold up fairly well too unless the table is in standing water.

Hope that info helps!

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Josh,
Olhausen discontinued the cheaper cushions they used to use. All their tables use Accufast now. When you coming East Buddy?

PoolTable911 said:

Josh,
Olhausen discontinued the cheaper cushions they used to use. All their tables use Accufast now. When you coming East Buddy?

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Don't know, man. We came back from Vegas to a full schedule. And by full, I'm talking 85 hours this week. I'm BEAT! We have a Michgan trip coming up soon that I'm trying to work out the details. A couple of other small trips on the agenda. I refuse to complain about being busy, but I don't know when we'll have a chance to get out there. When you guys coming (slightly) west? LOL

Thanks Club. Also, do all Olhausen use the same slate? I see that some Brunswicks come in 3/4" and 1".

Olhausen's standard slate is 7/8". Their 9' use 1" and any of their tables can be upgraded to 1"

ID of pool table

I am checking to see if possibly you can identify or give me some information on a table I recently purchased here in Virginia from an elderly friend who had the table for over 40 years. He bought it from a Virginia military base then.



The table is a "no-name" 4 1/2 by 9 feet and has this unusual skirt and metal-back pocket configuration. Underneath this is a "Newport-style" cabinet with 3 1 inch dowel-slates on wooden backing. It has the antique-style rail bolts, 4 per section.



The table also came with a cloth-backed felt which I re-used. The previous owner had re-felted it with new cushions some 40+ years ago and it still plays reasonably well for the type of table. The local pool companies suggest using such a cloth-backed felt in the future noting that the slates from this era are not like they are today. I have seen where this type of cloth plays the worst and in fact one article noted that this would exaggerate any unevenness in the playing area.



Your help would be greatly appreciated in the identification of the table. I am guessing it is a 1940ish table with perhaps a "modernization" kit. The cabinet and legs are of the baked speckle maroon texture and not any of the nicer veneer finishes as far as I can tell. The construction of the table otherwise seems similar to the older Brunswick tables however.

American Heritage Avenger VS Brunswick GC

I have an American Heritage Avenger 8ft but it needs new felt and cushions. Should I spend $500 to do the AHA or just buy a used Brunswick and re-due that.

From a mechanic's point of view, if I refurbished the Avenger could I get a high level of play out of it?

The room is 18.5ft X 15ft. The gold crown is 9ft.

I know this sounds stupid. But I would like a mechanic's point of view.

tedantle said:

I have an American Heritage Avenger 8ft but it needs new felt and cushions. Should I spend $500 to do the AHA or just buy a used Brunswick and re-due that.

From a mechanic's point of view, if I refurbished the Avenger could I get a high level of play out of it?

The room is 18.5ft X 15ft. The gold crown is 9ft.

I know this sounds stupid. But I would like a mechanic's point of view.

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tedantle...you posted onto a sticky thread about providing pictures when asking for table ID. You need to scroll up and look at top left click the words "Talk To A Mechanic". When you see the forum click a box at the top that will say "New Thread". Then repost your question. By the way the room sounds a bit tight for a 9' table....but doable.:wink:

table mechanic

im waiting desparately in memphis for a table mechanic. anyone coming through this way. there are no real mechanics who are kings at the trade in this area. gerald. 901 412 9618

model of this Gandy

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Pocket's ?

Glenn,
I really like the pockets on the Diamond table, because of the width around the top of the table (the lip). I have a Olhausen 9' Monarch I'm getting ready to recover and new cushions. I would like to know if the Diamond pockets would fit in my pocket slots.
Thanks,
Glenn, (Oldtimer1943)

Glenn,
I really like the pockets on the Diamond table, because of the width around the top of the table (the lip). I have a Olhausen 9' Monarch I'm getting ready to recover and new cushions. I would like to know if the Diamond pockets would fit in my pocket slots.
Thanks,
Glenn, (Oldtimer1943)