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Restorations => Refinishing => Topic started by: Dausbrooks on December 22, 2007, 08:10:03 am



Title: Art Deco Era Pot Metal
Post by: Dausbrooks on December 22, 2007, 08:10:03 am
I have the same machine Signguy posted here:  http://soda-machines.com/component/option,com_smf/Itemid,29/topic,7043.0/

We know of only two others.  They chromed all the bezels on their machines.  I do not think the chrome reflects the art deco look of the machine. 

I have stripped the paint off of the coin bezel and cleaned it with a scotch bright and baking soda.  It turned out ok but just wondering what ideas you guys have?



Title: Re: Art Deco Era Pot Metal
Post by: MoonDawg on December 22, 2007, 12:18:30 pm
     Assuming that whatever you do to the coin entry bezel....you are also going
to do the same to the selection housing?     I would chrome plate them.


Title: Re: Art Deco Era Pot Metal
Post by: SIGNGUY on December 22, 2007, 08:20:53 pm
I first thought of Chrome plating them as well, but also may just try polishing the first on a buffing wheel. I believe they are aluminum and should shine up nice? if not Maybe something different that chrome.. maybe nickel plating? Not sure yet.