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« Reply #70 on: May 17, 2005, 05:32:19 am » |
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Well said Wayne, I hadn't thought of that.
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Eric "Joe Squid" Johnson
1955 Vendo 23 - awaiting restoration 1959 Westinghouse WC-44SK - awaiting parts 1967 Cavalier CS-64G - functional in house 1969 Vendo 63 - in restoration
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« Reply #71 on: May 17, 2005, 05:48:39 am » |
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Eric, Very happy to come home from a long weekend and see a successfull conclusion to this ongoing quest!!! Harltenb is spot on.
They didn't even come back and say "thinkin $1000 would be better" The seller is satisfied and you now have a great machine. Nothing wrong with that.
In today's world, looking out for and knowing the neighbors is important. Help them out with real world tasks when/if you can.
I did look up John 3:16 (web search) Can't see how it applies in this instance but that's just my take.
Think H.L. Mencken said "Religion and Political discussions only end up in fights, avoid all three". Too tired to look up the exact quote. Anywho great score and keep us posted!! Creighton
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« Reply #72 on: May 17, 2005, 07:58:47 am » |
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Hello
Just an idea! When you get it fixed (cleaned, waxed, running & operational) fill the machine with drinks and take some pictures. Then take the pictures over to the father & son to show them that their machine is in a place of honor in your basement.
Kevin
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Vendo 63-C On the job Vendo 56 Going back together Vendo 56-C Waiting for rehab! Vendo 126 Rough outside but loaded & operational Vendo 110 Under repair Ideal 55 - **For Sale make offer Glasco 55 - Waiting Royal 650 On the job Lance Snack Machine - On the job
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« Reply #73 on: May 17, 2005, 09:00:09 am » |
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wow what great words and advice....All I can say is thanks .... And again.... what a great place to be...This IS like a family... When I get it unloaded and cleaned up I'll post some pictures... Where will/ Or will there be a date be on this thing?..... There's no tab/plate on the side.....
Eric
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« Reply #74 on: May 17, 2005, 09:41:21 am » |
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Eric, what you have is more than religion it is humanity for the people you share this world with and it's comforting to know that i know of people like you and i wish there was more, you did right and proper by those people now go and make that machine shine.
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Creighton
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« Reply #75 on: May 17, 2005, 05:52:43 pm » |
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Eric, Without the plate can't tell what year. Even with it I'm not so sure. According to the decoder info the year was the first digit of the serial number. Mine starts with a 7 but most sources say the 56 was only made 58-59. Who knows.
You can get blank plates. If you decide to go that route let me know and I'll send you the info stamped on mine.
Looking forward to the pics! Creighton
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« Reply #76 on: May 17, 2005, 06:14:14 pm » |
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You might find a date stamp while disassembling the machine...
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My six cents, Jim
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« Reply #77 on: May 17, 2005, 06:35:24 pm » |
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Quote | There are always plenty of opportunities to minister to others. You have met two people you wouldn't have if it weren't for this machine and your interest in it. I believe that may have been the "open door" God provided for you to share your faith. We cannot comprehend Him or His way, but they are truly miraculous.
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You may have a good friendship starting all because of the machine. Maybe the "Easter" find was in the cards from the beginning. Could be Devine intervention. Who knows. There's a purpose in all things.
Enjoy and please post lots of pics!!!!
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« Reply #79 on: May 18, 2005, 08:00:11 am » |
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I read or heard they started late 57? then faised out in 59 when square tops started coming out with the new clean look!.... I'll check everything when I clean it up I know my 39 coin door was stamped with a date on the inside.
Thanks folks.... Pictures are coming....
Eric
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