Old Max II Repair

[Groundhog]

Hello,

I am trying to restore a very old Max II machine. It has the fragile plastic bottom, doesn't seem as tough a material as the newer ones. I have 2 bottoms of this type, and if I am careful I can piece them together to make 1 good bottom. Anyone have any suggestions on glue type or method of bonding this stuff together?

Thanks in advance!

[racerone3]

are they the VERY early ABS bottoms, or Poly? you can rub them with acetone to check. if it is ABS it will soften up when you put acetone on it

[Robinhood02]

what is the serial number on your old max II ?? the old ones used abs and yes they are rather fragile , one note; the new max tubs still fit those oldies you could just get a new tub

[Groundhog]

Thanks! I soaked a piece in acetone and it got very soft in ~10 minutes, surprise to me it is ABS. Any tips on how to do patch work with acetone? I have read about making a paste like goo by soaking small pieces in acetone. Do you brush acetone on the repair area and use the paste like glue? I have enough scraps to make overlap patches for the damaged areas. I assume this would be best? Any suggestions?

BTW, thanks for the tip on just buying a new bottom tub. I didn't know the new ones will fit this ~1970 machine! If I can patch what I have up for now and get running, I may be willing to get a new bottom later. Any idea on cost?

[Robinhood02]

i got my tub for a 71 for $500 new you may be able to find one cheaper ?? do you know the ser # on that oldie ??