Vendo 44 Restoration

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Re: Vendo 44 Restoration

« Reply #10 on: February 24, 2010, 10:28:02 pm »

too nice to restore


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Re: Vendo 44 Restoration

« Reply #11 on: February 24, 2010, 11:06:07 pm »

Yeah, I agree.. it's too nice to restore.. I would clean it up, like suggested, and if your really concerned about looks get the lettering repainted, but I'd do a general refurbishment of the machine.
I have one that for people too, basically still take the machine apart, check for rust and problem areas, but overall jsut clean everything up, polish up some chrome, some stainless, clean the vend rack, reinsulated, clean and service the cooling system if necessary, maybe some new door rubber and a good wax job.. You got a real nice original..
again, availble to help if needed. GOod luck!

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Re: Vendo 44 Restoration

« Reply #12 on: February 25, 2010, 09:30:10 am »

Thanks for the advice everyone. I knew it didn't need much work, so I'll take your advice, give it a good cleaning and see where I'm at. I think I'll end up getting the coin door repainted, but other than that, just a couple of minor fixes (seals, clean up some small rust spots on the vending rack, polish the chrome, etc.) I'll keep you posted on how things go. For now jsut waiting on a bit from Funtronics to get those clutch head screws out.


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Re: Vendo 44 Restoration

« Reply #13 on: February 25, 2010, 10:19:18 am »

John's got a good point about taking the machine apart to check for rust problems, particularly removing the tub and re-insulating... here's what mine looked like...

Chris


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Re: Vendo 44 Restoration

« Reply #14 on: February 25, 2010, 02:32:08 pm »

Yup. Had many peeps asking for just a quick "splash" job and then next thing you know, the belt line/cabinet is blistering and rusting out.
Many many factors in a restoration whether it be a do it yourselfer or "pro"


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