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Chasis make overs
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                       When restoring cabinets I like to redo the guts because most of what I get is rusted or in poor shape. I can buy them for a lot less money and that goes for the cabinet to. I enjoy repairing, and restoreing these radios, its no challenge for me if there not all jacked up.. But I do have my limatations .


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We all can see the pride and energy you have put into these restorations. It's a great hobby!
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(01-05-2015, 02:56 AM)Fred Taylor Wrote:         When restoring cabinets I like to redo the guts because most of what I get is rusted or in poor shape. I can buy them for a lot less money and that goes for the cabinet to. I enjoy repairing, and restoreing these radios, its no challenge for me if there not all jacked up.. But I do have my limatations .

What kind of paint are you using to paint the Zenith chassis?
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(01-05-2015, 08:28 AM)fields 100 Wrote:  
(01-05-2015, 02:56 AM)Fred Taylor Wrote:         When restoring cabinets I like to redo the guts because most of what I get is rusted or in poor shape. I can buy them for a lot less money and that goes for the cabinet to. I enjoy repairing, and restoreing these radios, its no challenge for me if there not all jacked up.. But I do have my limatations .

What kind of paint are you using to paint the Zenith chassis?

  I first use  automotive self  etching primer/sealer  and then believe  it or not Krylon hammered copper color for top coat.
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(01-05-2015, 10:18 AM)Fred Taylor Wrote:  
(01-05-2015, 08:28 AM)fields 100 Wrote:  
(01-05-2015, 02:56 AM)Fred Taylor Wrote:         When restoring cabinets I like to redo the guts because most of what I get is rusted or in poor shape. I can buy them for a lot less money and that goes for the cabinet to. I enjoy repairing, and restoreing these radios, its no challenge for me if there not all jacked up.. But I do have my limatations .

What kind of paint are you using to paint the Zenith chassis?

  I first use  automotive self  etching primer/sealer  and then believe  it or not Krylon hammered copper color for top coat.
Thanks Fred,

It sure looks like a real thing, not hammered paint, which is good.
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The very first is an AK.
Without the RF chassis (lucky you!) Icon_lol




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