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GagesVending Posted August 6, 2015 Share Posted August 6, 2015 I just got rid of my last one. I'm not sure what the brand is, but they're a generic machine. I believe a Northwestern Super 60 coin mech will fit if it goes bad. They use a standard cam lock in case you need to replace the lock. Peppermint patties sell well in many locations. The reason I stopped selling them is because they take so long to refill. Another issue is that they must be out of direct sunlight/heat because once they start melting, they clump together and jam the machine. Makes a big mess! Just find a nice air conditioned location, and you should be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerrybrooksvendall Posted August 7, 2015 Author Share Posted August 7, 2015 I just got rid of my last one. I'm not sure what the brand is, but they're a generic machine. I believe a Northwestern Super 60 coin mech will fit if it goes bad. They use a standard cam lock in case you need to replace the lock. Peppermint patties sell well in many locations. The reason I stopped selling them is because they take so long to refill. Another issue is that they must be out of direct sunlight/heat because once they start melting, they clump together and jam the machine. Makes a big mess! Just find a nice air conditioned location, and you should be fine.Thanks. Yeah I got the machine for free. Want to clean it up and put it on the road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerformaVending Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 It's a Candy King Brand Mint machine. Candy King was a pretty notorious Biz-Op that is thankfully defunct, taking their predatory ways with them. Their equipment is pretty middle of the field- it's not super tough or robust, but it's not going to fall apart on you without some sort of abuse taking place first. The big issue for these things is the COG's on them are through the roof, and the fact that jams are fairly likely if a mint starts to unwrap, or melts. Parts can be found out there, as there were a LOT of Mint machines made, but there isn't going to be too much call for them- aside from the coin mech, there's not too much that can go wrong. These guys (HERE) make a conversion kit for the cheaper Pearson mints so that they vend correctly. York ones aren't wrapped properly to vend anymore, so you've gotta improvise to keep it going. I will vouch for the conversion kit, and the people that make them- they are great. However, I do not recommend operating that machine for any length of time. The cost of sourcing the mints, the conversion kits, the possible mech changes, on top of any locating efforts means you've put in a lot more time, money, and effort for a machine that will make, at best, an average amount of money. The most valuable thing in that picture is the pipe stand, which you can convert for other things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerrybrooksvendall Posted August 9, 2015 Author Share Posted August 9, 2015 It's a Candy King Brand Mint machine. Candy King was a pretty notorious Biz-Op that is thankfully defunct, taking their predatory ways with them. Their equipment is pretty middle of the field- it's not super tough or robust, but it's not going to fall apart on you without some sort of abuse taking place first. The big issue for these things is the COG's on them are through the roof, and the fact that jams are fairly likely if a mint starts to unwrap, or melts. Parts can be found out there, as there were a LOT of Mint machines made, but there isn't going to be too much call for them- aside from the coin mech, there's not too much that can go wrong. These guys (HERE) make a conversion kit for the cheaper Pearson mints so that they vend correctly. York ones aren't wrapped properly to vend anymore, so you've gotta improvise to keep it going. I will vouch for the conversion kit, and the people that make them- they are great. However, I do not recommend operating that machine for any length of time. The cost of sourcing the mints, the conversion kits, the possible mech changes, on top of any locating efforts means you've put in a lot more time, money, and effort for a machine that will make, at best, an average amount of money. The most valuable thing in that picture is the pipe stand, which you can convert for other things. I haven't had the time to clean her up yet,but it seems like everything is working. If it does jam up due to melting patties,because of those tubes..it looks like a NIGHTMARE to unjam and clean! But hey it was free,and it wants to see some action,so why kick a gift horse in the mouth! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerformaVending Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 They aren't "bad" machines, just more trouble than they're worth in the long run. Hopefully you can make a few bucks with it on the side though, that wouldn't hurt. As for gift horses, well, I don't "kick" them... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerrybrooksvendall Posted August 9, 2015 Author Share Posted August 9, 2015 Lol. Copy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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