Russ Huber Posted September 4, 2022 Share Posted September 4, 2022 A member is interested in one of my box projects, so I thought I would share it as is. The blade brass needs more buffing/rubbing TLC. It is a 17 transitional model being cast hub, brass & brass, stamped badge over lead. To really appreciate the Super Root Beer finish you need to see it in the flesh. With Super Root Beer the more exposed brass, the better. I just buffed out the tag. Cast hub, rotor, and base detailing is Vintage Gold finish. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Campbell Posted September 4, 2022 Share Posted September 4, 2022 Gorgeous fan Russ! Definitely post pics of the finished product! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel Lagarde Posted September 4, 2022 Share Posted September 4, 2022 Like the custom color on this one, Russ. Solid work on that paint and finish. It will be awesome when finished. Thanks for posting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Sherwood Posted September 4, 2022 Share Posted September 4, 2022 I like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Gaines Posted September 4, 2022 Share Posted September 4, 2022 Looks Great! I really love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted September 4, 2022 Author Share Posted September 4, 2022 Thank you. One of the biggest pains is masking off the blade hub for multiple coats of the Vintage Gold for this project. I can't say enough on how the Super Root Beer powder coat pops. Pictures don't do it justice. I have been in contact with a member to sell as is. So sorry if I don't take it all the way. I like the idea of shipping it in individual parts. Safer that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted September 4, 2022 Author Share Posted September 4, 2022 If you do powder coat, make sure you understand all that need be done masking the parts for seam fit and thread hole plugs. One mistake and you will have a headache. I do all my own prep. work prior to turning it over to a powder coater. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted September 4, 2022 Author Share Posted September 4, 2022 Example: I have a roll of heat tape for powder coat purpose. If I did not mask off the 4 stator contact surfaces, it would not go back into the housing. Anyone the has dealt with powder coat, it is d amn near bullet proof stubborn to remove. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Dunlap Posted September 4, 2022 Share Posted September 4, 2022 I bought one of Russ's box projects in the super root beer. Love it. He does all the heavy lifting for you. Cheers, Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted September 4, 2022 Author Share Posted September 4, 2022 (edited) 11 minutes ago, Bill Dunlap said: I bought one of Russ's box projects in the super root beer. Love it. He does all the heavy lifting for you. Cheers, Bill Appreciate it, Bill. All one has to do with this example is competently put it together and it is ready to Rock & Roll. Edited September 4, 2022 by Russ Huber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Henderson Posted September 4, 2022 Share Posted September 4, 2022 Rock,Roll and Root...beer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Clayton Posted September 4, 2022 Share Posted September 4, 2022 Where is the Root Beer Tank hiding Russ ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted September 4, 2022 Author Share Posted September 4, 2022 2 hours ago, Tony Clayton said: Where is the Root Beer Tank hiding Russ ? You're chomping on the bit for that one aren't ja? It is in a box coated in Root Beer with your fine green head wire safe and sound coiled in a plastic bag on top. You just keep eating your Wheaties every morning and with a stroke of luck I get to it before one or the other is 6 feet under. 🙂 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexie Kensington Posted September 5, 2022 Share Posted September 5, 2022 incredibly gorgeous craftsmanship! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted September 5, 2022 Author Share Posted September 5, 2022 (edited) I forgot images focusing on the stator and switch. The stator was thoroughly cleaned in mineral spirits, left to dry, and then given a heavy spray insulating varnish. The switch body in past was fractured into 3 large sections, and 2 small pieces. This is more common than you may think. A previous owner made a lame attempt to glue the switch body back together with some goop without detaching and disassembling the switch. There were gaps between the fractures and the switch body was uneven. I removed the switch and totally disassembled it. I soaked the glued switch body alone in Acetone for a day to break down and remove the old glue. After thoroughly cleaning the switch body sections now free of any glue, I carefully bonded them back together with tight fit using a tested super bonder made by JB weld. Once the switch body was bonded together, I snugged a large hose clamp around the bonded switch body and let it dry and cure for 2 days. 1 day would have been sufficient. It is now solid as a rock. In order to remove the switch lever to the buffing wheel, I had to drill out its brass rivet anchor. I simply replaced it with the correct size brass threaded screw with brass washer and nut. You simply snug it down so the switch lever travels with proper tension. Once proper tension is achieved, you add some solder to the nut/screw to lock its position. Edited September 5, 2022 by Russ Huber 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted September 5, 2022 Author Share Posted September 5, 2022 The nice thing about a conscientious switch body repair.....it is inside the base....out of sight......out of mind, if you do a conscientious job repairing it. 🙂 The last image shows the hose clamp used to snug the switch body while the bonding agent cures. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Ray Posted September 5, 2022 Share Posted September 5, 2022 Nice work Russ! I do the same thing with my broken plates. If I may add, sometimes little pieces of ceramic is missing. I "build" it back up with super glue and a cyanoacrylate accelerator. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted September 5, 2022 Author Share Posted September 5, 2022 10 minutes ago, Patrick Ray said: If I may add, sometimes little pieces of ceramic is missing. I "build" it back up with super glue and a cyanoacrylate accelerator. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted September 5, 2022 Author Share Posted September 5, 2022 The secret to doing a top notch restoration is skills earned and your conscience. Would YOU sell/give YOU what YOU are restoring and be able to live with yourself? Think about it. 🙂 I never think my work is good enough. That helps you set your goals higher. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Clayton Posted September 5, 2022 Share Posted September 5, 2022 19 hours ago, Russ Huber said: You're chomping on the bit for that one aren't ja? It is in a box coated in Root Beer with your fine green head wire safe and sound coiled in a plastic bag on top. You just keep eating your Wheaties every morning and with a stroke of luck I get to it before one or the other is 6 feet under. 🙂 Absolutely almost chompped thu that bit. I'm gonna hold you to it brother 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Kovach Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 Russ’ box project (Emerson 19666) he sent me exceeded my expectations. All the parts were packed carefully and labeled. It was a real pleasure putting the fan together. Russ did all the hard work, polishing, powder coating, restoring the switch, painting the hub and rotor, the list goes on. All I had to do was a little soldering and the fun part, putting it together. Since the brass was all polished I decided to lacquer all the brass. It was my first time lacquering the brass on a fan. I like a nice patina but this fan for me needed to be all dressed up and shiny. big thanks Russ! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Ray Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 Wow that's a stunning fan! Thanks for taking some pics of the fan in the sun light as well. Really shows off what that color looks like! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Kilnapp Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 First class conscientious work, Russ. I aspire to your skill level! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Huber Posted December 1, 2022 Author Share Posted December 1, 2022 You done did justice to it, John. Good on you! I have more. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Carmody Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 Thanks for sharing Russ.Top notch!I haven’t tried the SuperWeld before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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