ptk13
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« on: November 06, 2016, 09:58:23 am » |
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how do I know which soda machine is worth restoring?
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Slider-Bob
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« Reply #1 on: November 06, 2016, 06:42:06 pm » |
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Probably none of the above...  |
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Restored Coke 81D
Restored Pepsi, 7up VMC 81
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ajf5577
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« Reply #2 on: November 06, 2016, 08:41:39 pm » |
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how do I know which soda machine is worth restoring?
What kind of slider? Any of the others would be good practice, but not worth whatever you put into them, if you are looking at an end value. If you like the machine and just want to have it in your house to enjoy, do the one that you like the best first. |
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VMC 7up 81
VMC Pepsi 33
Coke 81
Pepsi CV 78D
Vendo Milk Machine
Whistle Quikold
Whistle S&S
Cleo Cola Quikold
Stoner Gum Wheel
Looking for Picnic Coolers
Wanted- Superior Jr Orange Crush and Grapette
Starr X Openers
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ptk13
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« Reply #3 on: November 06, 2016, 08:46:31 pm » |
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ideal 55 coke, glasco royal crown 55
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ptk13
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« Reply #4 on: November 06, 2016, 08:48:56 pm » |
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coke 55 slider, royal crown 55 slider
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Slapshot42
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« Reply #5 on: November 06, 2016, 10:23:59 pm » |
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Ok.
This is a very loaded question. It really depends on your budget, so factor that first!!.
For machines that you have mentioned above they aren't too desirable unless you can get one of the top 5 Ideal Sliders.
Dads
Tru Ade ( Nobody really has heard of it or drinks it)
Coke
Orange Crush
Barqs
Squirt
Mission
Double Cola
*This order may not be correct to some ...
Other good quality machines to restore are the following;
Vendo 81's
Vendo 56
Vendo 44
VMC 81
VMC Pepsi 81
As you get more aquainted with the hobby you will learn!
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davethebirdman
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« Reply #6 on: November 07, 2016, 01:33:56 am » |
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It depends what you want to do once they are restored. If its to keep then crack on. If its to sell on then be weary.
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ptk13
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« Reply #7 on: November 07, 2016, 07:56:19 am » |
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thanks
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jbrumett
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« Reply #8 on: November 07, 2016, 01:13:31 pm » |
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Probably none of the above... Slider Bob is saying Sliders aren't worth restoring?  .....wow  |
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Pepsi 81, 7up 81, Generic 81
Vendo Milk & Ice Cream
2 Stoner Theaters, Cigarette, Pastry, Cafe 500
Minit Pop, Popcorn Sez, You'll Like It
U Select It
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Slider-Bob
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« Reply #9 on: November 07, 2016, 01:36:57 pm » |
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Slider Bob is saying Sliders aren't worth restoring? .....wow :big grin: Just worth buying and flipping Besides, ask anyone who ever restored a slider if they want to restore another one? Not likely! If they aren't embossed, they aren't with the cost. Is the coke an embossed 55, or a fishtail generic non-embossed glasco gbv-50? |
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Restored Coke 81D
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MoonDawg
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« Reply #10 on: November 07, 2016, 06:43:00 pm » |
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The Ideal 55 is an excellent starter machine. Easy to work on and easy to sell........if it's labeled "Coca Cola".
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« Reply #11 on: November 07, 2016, 08:01:10 pm » |
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I'd stay away from all those on your list. IMO, they simply aren't worth the money you'd put into restoring them. I agree that you can't go wrong with a Vendo 44, 56, or 81.
If you want to start with an easier and cheaper restoration, I would consider a Vendo 39 or a Vendorlator 27/33 or maybe a Vendorlator 72 (one of my favorites). All are good, collectible machines. They don't command the prices of 56s and 81s, but they're cheaper to buy and cheaper/easier to restore.
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« Reply #12 on: November 07, 2016, 10:11:17 pm » |
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Correct, a 39 is a great starter machine to restore. Insides are simple, classic design. You would only break even when selling but at least you shouldn't lose money. Same for the 27/33. Cute small machines.
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Slapshot42
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« Reply #13 on: November 08, 2016, 12:20:28 am » |
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Just remember all drum machines are single flavor and only vend certain size bottles...
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flippa
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« Reply #14 on: March 06, 2017, 06:46:53 pm » |
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My vote was also for the slider. My first machine was an Ideal 55, however I didn't restore it. I like patina.  |
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