This classic machine was found in a very rough condition, as are most machines of this age. Fortunately all the parts were intact allowing us to do an authentic restoration. We started by stripping each and every part off the machine and then stripping the paint. Then each part was individually restored to its original condition. This machine had a wooden frame that was completely replaced then the body panels were straightened out and given a new paint job and new Dr Pepper decals, our DP107 were applied to each side of the machine. Re-assembly began with new insulation, then the bottle rack was re installed after being dismantled and zinc plated and the brass parts polished. The coin mechanism was given the same treatment and reinstalled with new decals (DP64 & DP65). The coin door (which cover the coin mechanism) was restored to new condition and a new lock (HP20A) was installed and the sold out flag was given a new decal (DP62). The front door was given a new gasket (in this case our RP1).The compressor system on this Dr Pepper machine was dead so I re-engineered it using only the original parts that were vital to the fit and authenticity of the machine. The cooling system is now a true 134A. As you can see it has new fan motors. The condenser used is our EP1 and on this particular machine the evaporator motor required our EP4. Fan blade for the condenser used our EP7 while the evaporator needed our EP8B. Every machine is re-wired. The main harness is our EP15. The thermostat required our EP19 as well as EP17 a new thermostat bracket. We also put new leg levelers, HP103 for adjusting it to stand correctly on any surface. While labor is a key element in any restoration our large supply of reproduction vending machine parts such as the door gasket, decals, breaker strips, locks and compressor brought this vintage vending machine back to life!
The new lease of life our restoration gave to this vintage soda machine is something the owners will be able to use and enjoy for a long time to come. |
