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« on: July 21, 2016, 05:10:10 pm » |
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I have had this machine apart for sometime, and now I'm getting on it..
I started out with a nice looking non working machine. (see photos)
First thing I did was pull the compressor unit out to see why it was not working. After a lot of fumbling around and getting some outside help, found out it was just wired wrong (whew).
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« Reply #1 on: July 21, 2016, 05:15:45 pm » |
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So since the compressor was out and working nicely. I started to do the restoration on it.
Soda blasted the everything I could. I powder coated the base plate in black. Rattle can industrial black the compressor and such. Polished the copper tubes (probably should of clear coated them), and replaced the fan motors with new ones. Rewired everything and added a starter.
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« Reply #2 on: July 21, 2016, 05:23:09 pm » |
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Then I pulled the cabinet apart fully, and found it had rust. I was very disappointed, but sorta expected it. It was a nice looking machine to start with, but it was only and outer cosmetic restoration.
Well I know rust is cancer and will only get worse. So I sent it off to get repaired and re-painted.
If your in the SoCal area and need a good painter, I recommend Creations n' Chrome in Santa Clarita. Nice guy and very good. They did an awesome job at matching what I think is the proper Pepsi Blue to my same era cooler. Turned out awesome.
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« Reply #3 on: July 21, 2016, 05:25:27 pm » |
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Now I'm waiting for all the internal pieces to get powder coated in a silver hammertone.
My first of many questions: What insulation do I use?
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« Reply #4 on: July 21, 2016, 06:16:28 pm » |
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Looks great! I have a few projects laying around unfinished. Some just take time!
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« Reply #5 on: July 21, 2016, 06:19:30 pm » |
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Great Job! Welcome to the forum. I'm sure someone will be along to help with the insulation.
Would your login be for the German band that did "Fun Fun on the Autobahn"? Best song ever to test sound system setups.
Creighton
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« Reply #6 on: July 21, 2016, 06:28:01 pm » |
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wow nice job so far, that is gonna be sweeeeet! I love the pepsi 88
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« Reply #7 on: July 21, 2016, 06:37:57 pm » |
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Great Job! Welcome to the forum. I'm sure someone will be along to help with the insulation.
Would your login be for the German band that did "Fun Fun on the Autobahn"? Best song ever to test sound system setups.
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Thank you everybody.. Yes, the german band from way back when  |
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« Reply #8 on: July 21, 2016, 09:03:36 pm » |
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Looking good. Congrats
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« Reply #9 on: July 22, 2016, 12:33:39 am » |
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Very nice, keep the updates coming
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« Reply #10 on: July 22, 2016, 08:28:34 am » |
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Nice work!  Tim |
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« Reply #11 on: July 22, 2016, 11:56:23 am » |
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Looking good Keep us updated on progress.
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« Reply #12 on: July 24, 2016, 08:47:09 pm » |
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Great job looking good
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« Reply #13 on: July 24, 2016, 11:04:19 pm » |
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Thank you. Yes, I will keep you updated with photos. Just waiting on the Powder Coater now.
But What insulation is best to use? Anybody have experience with this area?
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« Reply #14 on: July 25, 2016, 08:49:17 am » |
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Use an "unfaced insulation they usually come in a few different widths. I think last time I bought some it was R31. If it's too thick you can thin it out a little. Wear gloves, mask, and a long sleeve shirt.
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« Reply #15 on: July 29, 2016, 03:15:50 pm » |
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Picked up some insulation from Home Depot.. - Thank you Slapshot42 Got my gaskets and other parts. I have some broken parts, I will post a wanted Ad in the other section  |
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« Reply #16 on: August 02, 2016, 08:16:38 am » |
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I'd rethink your insulation option..
You have R30 which is great if you have up to 9" openings... non compressed.. as soon as you compress insulation the "R" factor goes down and it's less productive...
so your spending money on something that really won't deliver as your openings between cabinet and shell is only about 3-4 inches..
Youd be fine with a R-19 which will compress a bit yes, but a lot cheaper I'd guess and deliver the same result.
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« Reply #17 on: August 02, 2016, 12:22:24 pm » |
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I'd rethink your insulation option..
You have R30 which is great if you have up to 9" openings... non compressed.. as soon as you compress insulation the "R" factor goes down and it's less productive...
so your spending money on something that really won't deliver as your openings between cabinet and shell is only about 3-4 inches..
Youd be fine with a R-19 which will compress a bit yes, but a lot cheaper I'd guess and deliver the same result.
Thank you, that is why I ask questions here. I'll see if I can exchange it. Also what adhesive to use on the small door gasket? |
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« Reply #18 on: August 06, 2016, 01:21:40 pm » |
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Powder Coating is back. Turned out great! A little darker than I wanted but it will work.
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« Reply #19 on: August 08, 2016, 08:23:57 pm » |
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Exchanged the Insulation at Home Depot without a receipt Installed the Insulation and Tub today.. |
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« Reply #20 on: August 08, 2016, 10:04:00 pm » |
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Congrats! Thanks for sharing updates. Looks great!!
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« Reply #21 on: August 09, 2016, 05:53:01 am » |
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It's coming together nicely! Did you find the "cardboard" trick prior to installing the liner? Liner Installation: Use Cardboard |
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« Reply #22 on: August 15, 2016, 04:32:56 pm » |
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Yes, at is sure helped. I'm now stuck waiting for the rocker arms to come back from the plater (gold irradiate) now.. |
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« Reply #23 on: September 02, 2016, 07:43:37 pm » |
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Rockers back from plating finally. I still need to drop off next week my pieces that need chroming. The door is coming along, but finding out the chroming needs to be done before I put the inner door skin back on. Always something that slows everything down |
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« Reply #24 on: September 02, 2016, 10:09:18 pm » |
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I'd rethink your insulation option..
You have R30 which is great if you have up to 9" openings... non compressed.. as soon as you compress insulation the "R" factor goes down and it's less productive...
so your spending money on something that really won't deliver as your openings between cabinet and shell is only about 3-4 inches..
Youd be fine with a R-19 which will compress a bit yes, but a lot cheaper I'd guess and deliver the same result.
I bought the R30 because the packaging was damaged . They charged me $7 for the whole roll did 3 machines with the same roll. My last machine the insulating being thicker made it much easier to install the liner. Didn't have to use any cardboard , or tape dropped right in... |
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« Reply #25 on: September 09, 2016, 05:21:21 pm » |
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Got the compressor/condenser unit in today. Not as difficult as I thought. Will have to do 1 small paint touchup on the blue.
Gets nice and cold!
The door seems to be the biggest headache, but it's all getting there.
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« Reply #26 on: September 09, 2016, 07:17:00 pm » |
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Nice job. Looks great!
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« Reply #27 on: September 09, 2016, 09:19:35 pm » |
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Got the compressor/condenser unit in today. Not as difficult as I thought. Will have to do 1 small paint touchup on the blue.
Gets nice and cold!
The door seems to be the biggest headache, but it's all getting there.
Did you scratch the blue when putting the unit back in? Nice Job!! |
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« Reply #28 on: September 09, 2016, 11:21:11 pm » |
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Did you scratch the blue when putting the unit back in?
Nice Job!!
Yes, one little chip on the bottom lip. I'll get paint from my painter.. |
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« Reply #29 on: September 10, 2016, 12:31:36 am » |
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Yes, one little chip on the bottom lip. I'll get paint from my painter..
I have found using a few strip of blue painters tape helps around the edge when you are installing... |
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« Reply #30 on: September 10, 2016, 11:07:27 am » |
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I have found using a few strip of blue painters tape helps around the edge when you are installing...
Yes, that did help for the most part. |
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« Reply #31 on: September 10, 2016, 04:50:13 pm » |
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Rack is in.. Yea!
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« Reply #32 on: October 06, 2016, 06:49:45 pm » |
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Chrome came back. I'm very happy with it.. Got the door on since the chrome held me up to do so. Next is the small door, but still looking for a lock bar, as I do not have one |
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« Reply #33 on: October 06, 2016, 08:32:09 pm » |
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Looking good
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« Reply #34 on: October 07, 2016, 10:00:47 am » |
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Very nice! Tim |
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« Reply #35 on: October 07, 2016, 10:51:43 am » |
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Great Job!!!
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« Reply #36 on: October 07, 2016, 12:56:12 pm » |
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Nice!
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« Reply #37 on: October 07, 2016, 03:52:53 pm » |
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Thank you for all the compliments.
I'm working on the coin door today. I'm gonna send out the coin mech to get restored next. It fully works but want that new cad plated look.
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« Reply #38 on: November 10, 2016, 04:25:31 pm » |
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99.8% done. Just a few items I'm still missing. I'm not sure or ready yet to do a coin mech restore, even though mine does work.
Anyways, here is the final product..
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« Reply #39 on: November 10, 2016, 07:28:49 pm » |
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killer! you did a great job on this machine
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« Reply #40 on: November 10, 2016, 10:31:29 pm » |
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Beautiful job!
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