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Rookie Needs Some Cabinet Resotoration Advice
sebastian4130
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04-23-2011, 10:47 PM
Actually the guy I bought it off of told me he had intended to refurbish the radio, however, never found the time to do so. The only thing he told me he did was try to make it shine (given that it was in his living room) with Miniwax wood paste to make it look somewhat nice. So I am assuming that should come off rather easily. I am more concerned with fixing the chip that is located right on the front above the emblem (see link below for photo). I am not sure what is the best way to go about that. Also, although the photos won't show the detail, I have noticed patches (small to med.) of lacquer missing. Is my best option to use lacquer thinner and re-lacquer to get a smooth finish again? Thanks for the info.

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