G-man422 Posted August 28, 2008 Share Posted August 28, 2008 Hey guys, this is crazy I know but just let me know what you think. I have a connection with 11 full line machines (2 snack 9 soda). I have few specifics on the machines other than this: All machines work None have keys Some are pretty old They are 1.5 hours away from me My quastion is this. If I can get ALL the machines for $200 Plus $150 for supplies to move them (truck, dolly gas, etc) is it worth it even if I end up scrapping them? I mean maybe there are two or three machines worth changing th locks on to make into "ready to go" machines. I think locks go for about $30, right? Are locksmiths expensice, or can I drill and setup a new lock myself. The reason for the urgency is that it is one of those deals that would need to be done by tomorrow (saturday)morning. Please let me know what you would do. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANDERSONVENDING Posted August 29, 2008 Share Posted August 29, 2008 I'd do it.but then thats the type machines I always buy.I just got 1 dixie and 1 vendo for 200 each.As far as drilling out the locks, thats easy enough. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-man422 Posted August 29, 2008 Author Share Posted August 29, 2008 Thanks John. Is there a special way I have to "drill" them out or do I just literally drill untill the lock comes off? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Summit Vending Posted August 29, 2008 Share Posted August 29, 2008 This sounds like a good deal but will it be worth it for you to invest the time and money to refurb them if it can be done. Can these machines be repaired? Parts available for machines? In my opinion if you can answer yes to the above questions that is one good deal. Congratulations.Also you can find locks with keys for $10-$15 on ebay. Please keep us updated. Brian Summit Vending LLC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-man422 Posted August 29, 2008 Author Share Posted August 29, 2008 Brian thanks for he info. The machines sold before I was able to get ahold of them . I guess it's just not time for me to get into Full Line yet . . . . . . . . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Summit Vending Posted August 29, 2008 Share Posted August 29, 2008 Gabe, Sorry to hear that. If full line is the way your looking to go it sure would be nice to add you to the full liners... It's pretty cold over here as we have very few on this side...lol. Brian Summit Vending LLC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-man422 Posted August 29, 2008 Author Share Posted August 29, 2008 I know what you mean Brian. Maybe if I find a good deal down the road I can pick up some machines and add some life to the "full line" section. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T BIRD Posted August 30, 2008 Share Posted August 30, 2008 Sorry it did not work out for ya Gabe. Something will though. Hang in there brotha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-man422 Posted August 30, 2008 Author Share Posted August 30, 2008 Thanks for the encouragement Johnny. I'm keeping my head high. The way I look at it is that when I'm meant to get into full line I will find some machines and the deal will work out. It wasn't meant to be and I'm ok with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANDERSONVENDING Posted August 30, 2008 Share Posted August 30, 2008 Gabe, If you're mechanically inclined you can drill locks out.The way I figured out where to start drilling is to have a replacement lock to look at to drill out where the lock tab is,you'll also need quality drill bits,I use dewalt bits from home depot.The other types just don't work as well.aAs far as cheap machines,you just have to keep looking.I just won a AP Snackshop 5000 for $50. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=220271327991&ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:IT&ih=012 For 4 or 5 hundred dollars I'll have a machine that would cost me $1200 already refurbished. Keep looking on ebay for good deals close to you that you can pickup yourself and save shipping costs. Good luck, John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-man422 Posted August 30, 2008 Author Share Posted August 30, 2008 Thanks John, and nice buy. I'm sure something will come up around me, I just have to give it time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emcar vending Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 Just on the subject of opening machines without keys, there is a quicker and easier way than drilling the lock, if the machine is fitted with a barrel lock inside the handle, which most soda & snack machines are. For obvious reasons I'm not going to post it here, but if any forum member wants to PM me I'll pass on the details Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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