Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: mustang matt on October 09, 2005, 10:19:04 pm
I just purchased a Westinghouse wc-102md (Identified thanks to that great photo library!) at a local automotive swap meet. It appears to work but is low on freon, I am not really concerned about the refrigeration as much as the vending mechanicals. The selector seems to work as does all of the vending apparatus. It looks like I could just clean and adjust everything and at least have it functioning. Is there a way to obtain a manual for this machine and does the machine have any real value (higher quality restoration) or is it just a cool item for my garage? I also noticed per the description that it was set up to vend 6 oz. bottles, will it vend 12 oz (read cold beers) as well?
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: Bob K on October 10, 2005, 07:18:36 am
Welcome, Matt!
The Westinghouse Multi-Drinks are my favorite square-tops. I've had the 102, 78, and 60 versions. Manuals are available (try Steve Ebner at Funtronics 301.371.5246).
The vending racks are adjustable to accomodate different sized bottles - long neck beverages included (only non-alcoholic of course
)
Can you post a few pictures?
Bob
The Westinghouse Multi-Drinks are my favorite square-tops. I've had the 102, 78, and 60 versions. Manuals are available (try Steve Ebner at Funtronics 301.371.5246).
The vending racks are adjustable to accomodate different sized bottles - long neck beverages included (only non-alcoholic of course
)Can you post a few pictures?
Bob
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: on October 10, 2005, 09:02:55 am
Matt, welcome to your new family!
Stick around while the addiction sets in!
Please post some photos of your fun new find. We LOVE photos of folks' machines.
How much did you pay for it?
Glad you're here.
Stick around while the addiction sets in!
Please post some photos of your fun new find. We LOVE photos of folks' machines.
How much did you pay for it?
Glad you're here.
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: mustang matt on October 10, 2005, 09:29:10 pm
I paid 125.00 It is not in the best of shape but definitely restorable (at least by automotive standards). It has quite a few dents, scratches and stains from sodas. I got the coils cleaned up a little today and am checking out the refrigeration, it cools but I am not sure what I will find in the morning yet. I also fixed the selector mechanism, it was bent on the first selection and out of adjustment. The papers that note the selections (Sprite etc.) were written on with a pen but after pulling them out I discovered the originals on the back. I have Dr. Pepper, Orange, Grape and Sprite in addition to two king size Cokes. Too cool.........
New questions-
Is there a light in the top portion?
How do you open it up and change the bulbs if so?
I am going to check out the refrigeration aspects again in the morning and have a friend come over and give me a hand if it is not working correctly, I work in the restaurant industry and it looks as if a pizza / sandwich make table cooling stuff would bolt right in if mine is not working well enough. I then plan to pull out the vending mechanisms and soda rack and repair and clean it on the workbench. Would this be the right way to go about it or will I have a mess on my hands that is hard to get back together?
New questions-
Is there a light in the top portion?
How do you open it up and change the bulbs if so?
I am going to check out the refrigeration aspects again in the morning and have a friend come over and give me a hand if it is not working correctly, I work in the restaurant industry and it looks as if a pizza / sandwich make table cooling stuff would bolt right in if mine is not working well enough. I then plan to pull out the vending mechanisms and soda rack and repair and clean it on the workbench. Would this be the right way to go about it or will I have a mess on my hands that is hard to get back together?
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: mustang matt on October 13, 2005, 07:42:51 am
Anyone?
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: MoonDawg on October 13, 2005, 10:39:36 am
The dispensing unit and the refrigeration system are each built to be removed completely from the machine for service or replacement.
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: mustang matt on October 13, 2005, 10:46:32 am
Cool, I got the refrigeraton working well this morning. The fan that distributes the cold air to the upper portion of the box is broken. Looks like I can get it up and working pretty easily. I have been reading some of the discussion stuff on restoration and am really excited about getting it working. This is a great site!!! Thanks to everyone for all of their help and sharing of information. I have a tendency to go crazy on things like this once I am comfortable with the mechanicals so you might find me hanging around a bit more and finding more machines. I will try to get some pictures up tonight.
Thanks.
Thanks.
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: MoonDawg on October 13, 2005, 11:43:27 am
| Quote (mustang matt @ Oct. 13 2005,8:46) |
| I have a tendency to go crazy on things like this........so you might find me hanging around a bit more and finding more machines. |
Any comments fellow addicts?
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: loman4ec on October 13, 2005, 12:25:48 pm
Please stick around. Trust me you will get more machines. I bought my first machine less than three years ago and now I have had 58 machines to date. This is a great hobby and the best thing is you will never loose money on it. What other hooby do you know that you can have a great time with and make a little cash on the side to buy more machines.
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: BrianB on October 13, 2005, 12:31:13 pm
Mustang Matt -
Welcome to our nightmare!
Just kidding, it's just as addictive as any other hobby......Maybe more! But, this groups of guys and gals is awesome and probably the best hobby-related support site of all.
Welcome to our nightmare!
Just kidding, it's just as addictive as any other hobby......Maybe more! But, this groups of guys and gals is awesome and probably the best hobby-related support site of all.Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: Bob K on October 13, 2005, 03:10:41 pm
Pictures!!!!!!!!! 
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: mustang matt on October 14, 2005, 08:36:46 am
Well, Actually..... I started restoring Mustangs about 8 years ago and I have nine of them now. Imagine how many coke machines you can fit in the space a parts car takes up though. I know all about the "nightmare" times too. I love parts scrounging and anything that is old and has style. I am in the correct place still right? Anyone have some advice on getting the lens opened up to change the bulb?
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: mustang matt on October 16, 2005, 10:38:22 pm
Pictures
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: mustang matt on October 16, 2005, 10:39:12 pm
Pictures
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: mustang matt on October 16, 2005, 10:42:24 pm
side view, has a lot of scratches from being moved around all these years. Anyone with the hint on how to open the lens and replace the bulbs?
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: Bob K on October 17, 2005, 07:44:16 am
Super nice, Matt!!
I don't have my 102 anymore (it had a metal sign anyway), so I'm not sure how the 102 lens comes out. It is usually pretty simple. Lens is usually held in by a couple of pins. Take out a few screws and work the lens out.
I have a Coke magazine advert with your exact machine displayed. I'll send you a color copy if you'd like. PM me and let me know.
Bob
I don't have my 102 anymore (it had a metal sign anyway), so I'm not sure how the 102 lens comes out. It is usually pretty simple. Lens is usually held in by a couple of pins. Take out a few screws and work the lens out.
I have a Coke magazine advert with your exact machine displayed. I'll send you a color copy if you'd like. PM me and let me know.
Bob
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: MoonDawg on October 17, 2005, 10:38:15 am
Oh Matt. Glad you are interested and capable of restoring old soda machines ............but not this one!!!! Yours is a nice original. We will find you some machines that really NEED your time and attention
Title: Westinghouse wc-102md
Post by: mustang matt on October 17, 2005, 11:11:29 pm
I would love a copy of the ad. That would be a neat addition to the walls in my new garage. Right behind the machine, and thank you in advance, that is really cool of you.
I actually like the aged patina that the machine has. I will touch it up in a few places and leave it alone then. My daughter wins that argument- she said leave it alone, and put it in her bedroom because she could take better care of it than leaving it in the garage. Maybe it will make it to the "game patio".
I would like to find a new selector knob, mine is broken at the bottom. The stainless trim on the sides could use a little help also. I promise to leave it alone and just work on the mechanicals, make it work like it should.
Thanks.
I actually like the aged patina that the machine has. I will touch it up in a few places and leave it alone then. My daughter wins that argument- she said leave it alone, and put it in her bedroom because she could take better care of it than leaving it in the garage. Maybe it will make it to the "game patio".
I would like to find a new selector knob, mine is broken at the bottom. The stainless trim on the sides could use a little help also. I promise to leave it alone and just work on the mechanicals, make it work like it should.
Thanks.