Marrazzo
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« on: April 18, 2013, 06:56:07 pm » |
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I am basically new to this entire community of restoring vintage coolers and machines but I absolutely love how everyone on this site and anyone I speak to is sooooo helpfull.
Vendo 81D... Is it a tough restoration, compared to most? I'm asking just to roughly find out how long or how quickly an experienced restorer could turn out a complete 81D. Looking at "Funtronics" website it appears that they have most of the parts required to do this restoration, so in theory I wouldn't be hunting around for spare parts.
Just looking for some feedback on everyone's experiences while restoring their 81D's, since I personally believe it is a must have as my first machine in my collection.
Thanks, I look forward to hearing from everyone...
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« Reply #1 on: April 18, 2013, 09:17:05 pm » |
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For your first machine you couldn't have picked a better one for sure. The D is a little harder then both the A and B but only because of the larger coin mech. Do you already have the machine and just looking for someone to restore it or do you need both? I'm asking because if you need both I would buy one already done. With the cost of a machine added to a restoration cost from a good restorer you are going to be in it about $6,500 or so. Also most good restorers are backed up so you will have a wait time as well.
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Marrazzo
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« Reply #2 on: April 18, 2013, 11:51:01 pm » |
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Nope, I don't have an 81D so I would need a restorer to find me one first also.
As for the wait I could care less, it is well worth the wait to have such a great peice.
I have been leaning toward the way Antquities Vending restores the 81's I like the extra chrome they use rather then painted red, it gives it a sharp look for a resto. Don't get me wrong, I'd love to have an unrestored survivor but can't have it all...
Thanks for the info.
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« Reply #3 on: April 19, 2013, 08:35:35 am » |
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Where are you located?
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Marrazzo
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« Reply #4 on: April 19, 2013, 09:04:24 am » |
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Hi, I am in Canada.
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« Reply #5 on: April 19, 2013, 10:34:21 am » |
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There are several members here form Canada, and will chime in. Welcome to the boards.
As i understand, bringing a machine into Canada isn't that big of a deal, as their are agreements in place between the two giverments. Paperwork yes, large fees and wait times, no.
and don't apologize for wanting an 81D. Sounds like you've done your research
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« Reply #6 on: April 19, 2013, 08:43:52 pm » |
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Not sure where in Canada you are located, but we are in Lindsay Ontario and buy/sell/restore machines.
I have a few unrestored 81's in stock.
Thanks Shane
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Marrazzo
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« Reply #7 on: April 19, 2013, 09:58:35 pm » |
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Well I ordered my 81D with With Antquities vending in NC.
I loved the look of their 81D restoration, with the extra chrome and think it would be a fantastic first peice to my collection.
I also found an old cooler from a friends barn that I'm going to attempt to redo the body work and paint myself...
I'm very excited to be apart of this comunity, I have spoken to Jim as well and he is a great guy for organizing this website for us all to benifit from.
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« Reply #8 on: April 20, 2013, 04:16:21 pm » |
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I recently received my photos of the 81D from Alan Huffman, It looks like it is great shape and all complete!
I'm very excited to see how its going to turn out, so I thought I would post the photos.
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Marrazzo
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« Reply #9 on: April 20, 2013, 04:24:57 pm » |
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Here are a few more!!!
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