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       Restoring a post war 685 for Dad - Christmas gift
       By: offroadaudio Date: October 12, 2013, 3:33 pm
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       Hello - this is my first post. My boys and I are going to try
       and get my father's 1953 Hudson 685 rolling as a Christmas gift
       to him. I plan to read as much as I can on the topic, but
       thought I might get a head-start by checking in here. Thanks in
       advance for any tips and advice. I've attached some photos of
       the loco in question. I guess my first question is, based on
       what you see in the photos - is restoration possible? There are
       some missing pieces and bent drive shafts, but the drive wheels
       do turn without binding, and the gears seem to be in good shape.
       What on-line stores would you recommend for parts? What tips and
       tricks would you offer for cleaning the unit - I assume that's
       step 1.
       I'm sure I'll be asking much more, but this should get me going.
       Your help will make an old Vietnam Vet a happy Grand-Pappy at
       Christmas - thanks.
       'Frank
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