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« on: March 23, 2005, 10:04:09 pm » |
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OK folks, since ya'll know a whole lot more than I do about restorations please shed some light on the restoration process. Call it dumbing down!! Is there a particular order in which a person would do the actual restoration of a machine? Is there a manual or self help books? I am going to do my la Crosse first then do the Vendo and I am going to Big Spring, texas on April &th to buy 2 more machines ( one for my dad and one for my new store). any advice will be appreciated. Pictures are posted int eh General section of this fine site. Last question: how will I know if I am an addict?
Justin
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« Reply #1 on: March 23, 2005, 10:26:37 pm » |
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JustinBoots,
Buying two more machines,Hmm... I would say your addicted. As far as restorations go, start by taking lots of pictures and notes. These will come in handy later. I always strip everything down completely. This includes removing the inner tub. You gotta get the old smelly insulation out. I personally media blast every piece whether it be in my bead blasting cabinet or sandblasting, (with the exception of the refrig. unit.) These are high pressured washed and scrubbed down with a s.o.s. pads. I also remove the bottom mounting plate and media blast prior to painting it. I cut out any cancered metal and replace with new sheetmetal. I do all the body work and then shoot on a few coats of poly primer. Then guide coat followed by block sanding with 400 grit wet sand. Primer seal and finish coats follow. Cut and buff all paint. I always install new fan motors and wiring harness, rubber seals, decals,etc. 
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Lots of Round Top machines
Buy-Sell-Trade-Restorations
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« Reply #2 on: March 23, 2005, 10:33:52 pm » |
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What kind of insulation do you replace with and how many coats of paint? Nice thing is i have access to a paint booth and experianced painters. Justin
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« Reply #3 on: March 23, 2005, 11:08:22 pm » |
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Wish I did.  '>
I am having to hire Maaco.
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« Reply #4 on: March 23, 2005, 11:35:39 pm » |
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Kito,
You could also go to a local auto body shop and ask them about it. It will run slightly more but it might be worth it. That is how I found my painter in Florida. I put the machine in the back of my tuck and went searching. I knew I had found the right one when almost everyone that worked there was out at my truck looking at the machine in awe. They painted a few machines for me and then I hired their painter to do the work on the side. Just an idea. But I really think Maaco will do a good job for you. As long as the body work is done I'm sure it will be as good as any other paint job. Also make sure that they are using hardner in the paint as you might decide to buff it once it is done. Also you can buff out any imperfections or runs once it is done.
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« Reply #5 on: March 23, 2005, 11:38:07 pm » |
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Thanks Josh.
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« Reply #6 on: March 23, 2005, 11:41:54 pm » |
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| Quote (loman4ec @ Mar. 23 2005,11:35) | | You could also go to a local auto body shop and ask them about it. It will run slightly more but it might be worth it. |
About how much does an "average" machine cost to paint at a body shop?
Okay, average of all of the machines that you have done. |
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« Reply #7 on: March 23, 2005, 11:46:25 pm » |
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Justin - for the first restoration, I have to agree with Terry... take as many pictures as you can before you break each assembly down. Digital camera's will be your best friend. I also try to keep each set of assembly parts stored in separate bags or containers.
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Thanks, Bryan
Cavalier USS-96: unrestored, working on the back patio
CV VUB/C 8-91: a fantasy restoration?
GE Cooler: in pieces, my next project
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« Reply #8 on: March 23, 2005, 11:50:59 pm » |
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It depends on whether you are having the body work done or doing it yourself and I have found that if you bring more than one machine to be painted the same color it is cheeper. I would sa if you do the work between $175 and $225. If having them do the body work (but the machine is completely taken apart) between $350 and $500 depending on what needs done.
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« Reply #9 on: March 24, 2005, 08:53:23 am » |
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Man it was hard for me to take pictures and I'm sure I will pay for it!
I took zip lock bags and a marker and put every piece in a bag and wrote what it was from.
I took a few pictures so I can post it in the album here once I have it completed.
I sent several pieces off to be zinc plated and the tub. I have a few stubborn screws that
I'm having trouble getting out and all the screws around the main door. But after that
I'm going to have the etire door, coin door and cabinet media blasted.
My advise to you is if you're keeping it for yourself don't cut any corners... take your time and do it right the first time.... This site is wonderful... There are so many folks here that have the “know how” and “been there done that” and are glad to help!
Take your time, mark everything and if you get stumped ask for help here!
We're all here for you!
Eric
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