Is this cabinet Restorable? - Printable Version

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Is this cabinet Restorable? - hsusmann - 01-21-2014

OK, here's one for the cabinet folks.

http://elmira.craigslist.org/atq/4294942467.html

I think I already know the answer but any comments?

Herb S.
Ithaca NY

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RE: Is this cabinet Restorable? - tab10672 - 01-21-2014

Looks more like an industrial appliance now

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RE: Is this cabinet Restorable? - morzh - 01-21-2014

Somehow I am sure it is restorable.


Better yet, if you succeed to remove the paint without removing what's under it, the finish may still be good, as the paint was often put right on the lacquer, as it was not a bad finish remedy but purely "new trend" in design.

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RE: Is this cabinet Restorable? - OldRestorer - 01-21-2014

oh gosh, I just had a palpitation. I'd say not worth it for me. No front grill anymore and he cut the sides for speakers. sad sad sad. If you want a big project anything can be restored.

Kirk

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RE: Is this cabinet Restorable? - TA Forbes - 01-21-2014

MY OPINION: not worth the headaches finding the proper chassis/speaker, having replacement grillework made, repairing the holes made in the sides, and stripping all that white _________(word for poop) stripped off the cabinet.

The 9Ks are not a rare set, you can do much better.....

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RE: Is this cabinet Restorable? - hsusmann - 01-21-2014

My post was 90% tongue and cheek.

I am not planning on purchasing this radio.

I just came across the horrid pictures and thought it might be good for a laugh on the Phorum.

Herb S.
Ithaca NY

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RE: Is this cabinet Restorable? - OldRestorer - 01-21-2014

lol,
I thought so but i did not want to be rude if you were serious.

Kirk

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