1955 cooler

[cokentn]

Hi,
Someone gave me this cool cooler. On the side it says 1955. I don't know if that's it's date or note, but it's embossed there.

Anyway it is in really good shape except for a couple of places. It is structually sound as we have used it already. It even has the tray in the top still. And the drain cap is intact.

#1; it has this rusted out spot on the bottom.
#2; it has a dent in the side.

Is there a way to fix these things, without spending a mint, and if so..how?
Thanks!

[coke_and_stuff]

It would be cheaper to replace the cooler than to have that one restored.

Joey

[cokentn]

I don't want to "restore" it to new condition.
I really just want to repair that rusted out spot.
bondo?

[coke_and_stuff]

To replace the rusted metal or to fill in with filler or fiberglass, It would still be cheaper and more practical to find a replacement. To fix the rust you would almost need to restore the entire unit.

Joey