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« on: July 13, 2006, 09:05:24 pm » |
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I am starting to do a "get it working" restore on my VMC88. Basically, I am going to fix whats broke just to make the machine run. I have to rewire the AC. What gauge SO cord does everyone use? The machine says 9amps,.. my guess is 16ga came out of the machine. I guess the starter on the compressor is all original. It did work before I got zapped--- Is it worth replacing the starter for this, or just run it? I have a party at the end of the month, and I really want to make the machine work safely and properly for the party...
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Ken
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Vendo HA56C Coke
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MoonDawg
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« Reply #1 on: July 14, 2006, 10:55:06 am » |
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If this is your first re-wire I suggest you order a new wiring harness from one of our suppliers. Very quick and easy to install.
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sodaworks
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« Reply #2 on: July 14, 2006, 11:11:56 am » |
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I agree, but I would also replace both fans motors as well.  '>
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TERRY@SODAWORKS RESTORATIONS
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bubba
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« Reply #3 on: July 14, 2006, 02:16:56 pm » |
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I talked to Steve at funtronics about a harness about 2 months ago, and he said there is no real wire harness for this machine. Then he said he would make me something, and he never did.... Its not rocket science by any means.... I have to put 2 wires on the thermostat and its done. I thought about changing the fans, and I still may do that... All of the rubber cord was dried out and insulation falling off. It looked like 16ga cord, so that is what I replaced it with. The power cord on another 10amp machine I have used a 16ga cord, so I figured it should be ok.
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Ken
V-63 -Bottles
2-Cavalier USS-64
VMC ST56B Royal Crown - being built
Vendo HA56C Coke
2-V63C DP
V63C Coke
U-Select-It 5cent candybar machine
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« Reply #4 on: July 15, 2006, 09:08:33 am » |
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I use standard 16 GA strand wire bought from Home Depot or Lowe's. Usually three wire works best as it gives you power, return, and a separate ground to prevent from getting bit. I've tried 14 GA to provide better heat dissipation in the power line but found it's usually too thick to run properly and not as flexible as 16 GA. 16 GA is also good for up to 15 amps steady current.
Hope this helps!
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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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bubba
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« Reply #5 on: July 15, 2006, 11:52:01 am » |
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Thanks Eric.. Thats what I ended up using throughout the whole machine.. I fired it up last night, and it all worked well. Machine got cold, I didn't get zapped and it didn't blow the fuse... Now, I need to give the inside a good cleaning, and then I'll test the mechanical side...
Now, before I do something stupid... The slug rejector can go in a bucket of warm soapy water to clean it? What kind of maintenance gets done to the rest of the coin mechanism? There is no electric on it, but I do see some fingers and levers that appear to be a bit sticky....
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Ken
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VMC ST56B Royal Crown - being built
Vendo HA56C Coke
2-V63C DP
V63C Coke
U-Select-It 5cent candybar machine
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Jim
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« Reply #6 on: July 15, 2006, 11:57:11 am » |
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Ken,
Others have recommended running the slug rejector through the dish washer and getting good results.
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bubba
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« Reply #7 on: July 15, 2006, 05:52:10 pm » |
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I thought I read that, but it just sounds too wierd... I cleaned the whole thing with spray nine today and the pressure washer..it looks good, but I may run it through the dishwasher tomorrow...
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Ken
V-63 -Bottles
2-Cavalier USS-64
VMC ST56B Royal Crown - being built
Vendo HA56C Coke
2-V63C DP
V63C Coke
U-Select-It 5cent candybar machine
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« Reply #8 on: July 16, 2006, 01:41:15 am » |
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Hi Ken
I have run two rejectors through the dishwasher and held my breath on each occassion but had no need to fear. They came out just fine. The Mrs wasn't too happy but it did the trick for me.
Dave
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sodaworks
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« Reply #9 on: July 16, 2006, 01:26:32 pm » |
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I use solvent and 000 steel wool on the coin paths prior to the dish washer.
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