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« on: November 08, 2013, 12:23:05 pm » |
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Was sitting at my computer about 8:00 PM Tuesday evening when I get a PM from a member on the east coast, whom I have done buisness with in the past. Told me he found a killer deal on a machine, bargained for an even better price but didn't think he could get it shipped. He asked if I was interested and sent me pictures. He said he responded to an ad 3 weeks ago and she was just now answering e-mails and then answered her phone. He also stated that I better call her quick as she is hard to get hold of. Problem was this machine was 500 miles from me. I called her and said I would buy the machine, send her a money order then have a shipper pick it up. No good, she wants cash, besides she only comes to this house where it is stored occasionally. Said she would be here again Sunday afternoon and I could see it then. (Well we all know that if it's a good buy it will NOT still be there Sunday!) ![darn](http://soda-machines.com/discussions/Smileys/smc/darn.gif) "OK, will you be there tomorrow?" I asked. She was leaving but Bo' her boyfriend who used to service Coke's machines, would still be there. I was on the road at 4:30 am Wednesday morning. When I got there Bo' had the machine cooling and was running coins through the mech to show me how well it worked. I believe he was preparing to defend his price, in case I tried further bargaining. He had had it stored in his old shop for over 35 years. It was straight and clean. I immediately paid him and when I asked asked if he would sell any of his Coinco mechanisms........................ he gave me a NOS S-75-9400B for free. A big deal gets made if a member on this site steps out of line, but never is enough gratification given to a member who goes out of his way to help others. Big public thank you to Sc1101, SETH. ...........my new best friend.
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Glen
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MoonDawg
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« Reply #1 on: November 08, 2013, 12:33:44 pm » |
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P.S. Whenever you guys are considering your next second car, I would highly recommend the Chevrolet HHR. 4 cylinder, seating for 4 and doubles as a weekend hauler, plenty of cargo space.
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« Last Edit: November 08, 2013, 12:42:24 pm by MoonDawg »
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« Reply #2 on: November 08, 2013, 12:37:56 pm » |
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Great story. I am thankful everyday for this site. Everyone is always so helpful regardless of the question.
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TheGarbageHunter
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« Reply #3 on: November 08, 2013, 01:15:06 pm » |
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500 miles!!!
Hard work and dedication!
You are the man!
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Garbage Gold Hunter
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sc1101
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« Reply #4 on: November 08, 2013, 01:17:10 pm » |
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Glen, I'm very happy to hear it worked out for you. Congrats! ![happydrinkers](http://soda-machines.com/discussions/Smileys/smc/happydrinkers.gif)
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ld26
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« Reply #5 on: November 08, 2013, 02:42:05 pm » |
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Great story, I too have had nothing but great experiences with the people on this site, I def wouldn't have all the projects to keep me busy if it weren't for people on here helping me out with advice on how to do things...
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tkaz
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« Reply #6 on: November 08, 2013, 03:42:45 pm » |
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Awesome, thanks for sharing and nice work on both ends getting that machine into an SMC members hands!
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Seven181
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« Reply #7 on: November 08, 2013, 08:11:04 pm » |
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Awesome! It's good that you got it and a member helped!
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Brian ![happydrinkers](http://soda-machines.com/discussions/Smileys/smc/happydrinkers.gif)
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« Reply #8 on: November 08, 2013, 08:43:59 pm » |
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Congratulations, impressive execution and teamwork. Is the machine a V81a?
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« Reply #9 on: November 08, 2013, 08:56:53 pm » |
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Vendo 81B
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Collector of nice original paint machines
Vendo 81 B, C, D VMC 81 Pepsi, 7up, RC, Generic 6CV Coke, RC, Pepsi VMC 110 RC Vendo 39 Jacobs 26 Mills 47 Selectivend 64 7up NOS Plus 30-50 parts and project machines
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« Reply #10 on: November 08, 2013, 08:58:44 pm » |
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PS Glen nice machine I would drive 500 miles for a clean 81 anytime!!!
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Collector of nice original paint machines
Vendo 81 B, C, D VMC 81 Pepsi, 7up, RC, Generic 6CV Coke, RC, Pepsi VMC 110 RC Vendo 39 Jacobs 26 Mills 47 Selectivend 64 7up NOS Plus 30-50 parts and project machines
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« Reply #11 on: November 08, 2013, 09:58:50 pm » |
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What! You didn't remove the passenger seat and stuff it in up front with you?
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TERRY@SODAWORKS RESTORATIONS Lots of Round Top machines Buy-Sell-Trade-Restorations
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MoonDawg
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« Reply #12 on: November 09, 2013, 07:24:44 am » |
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What! You didn't remove the passenger seat and stuff it in up front with you?
![biggrin](http://soda-machines.com/discussions/Smileys/smc/biggrin.gif) Whatever it takes to get 'em home. ![biggrin](http://soda-machines.com/discussions/Smileys/smc/biggrin.gif)
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Glen
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« Reply #13 on: November 09, 2013, 09:50:30 am » |
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Viva the Brotherhood!
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Garbage Gold Hunter
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« Reply #14 on: November 09, 2013, 09:55:09 am » |
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This site is awesome and it was good to hear a positive story for a change....
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« Reply #15 on: November 09, 2013, 03:30:55 pm » |
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keep up the good work
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« Reply #16 on: November 09, 2013, 07:31:08 pm » |
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That picture reminds of the one of the gas pump sitting upright in a convertible, I love it
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« Reply #17 on: November 09, 2013, 10:41:35 pm » |
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That's an inspiring story. So far I've had nothing but good experiences here and I look forward to many more.
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« Reply #18 on: November 10, 2013, 04:57:34 pm » |
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I have had nothing but good experiences from everyone I have dealt with on this site. Everyone I have spoken with for advise have been real helpful & friendly, and several guys have gone out of their way to help me out. I still owe Tom/Tkaz a big lunch & beers for picking up and delivering my favorite clock to my in-laws last year. Maybe one day I will be able to meet up with him and make good on that. ![smile](http://soda-machines.com/discussions/Smileys/smc/smile.gif) Let me know when you are back up in CT or Western Mass Tom. Congrats on getting that machine Glenn!
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