New Here and restoring an Imp

[Eric J]

Hello> I thought I would introduce myself. I have been restoring cars,gas pumps and tin toys for some time now and have just aquired a Imp trade stimulator. It seems to be all there and just a week spring or two. I was wondering: Is the air pump rebuildable? it seems to work okay... can I get the cigarette decals for the wheels? and is there a place that I can get the small rivets for the name plate, window frame, etc?
Any help is appreciated
eric

[Ken Layton]

Over on the pinball forums, we use these rivets and rivet press:

http://www.pinrestore.com/Riveting.html

They have assortments of rivets used in the coin-op equipment.

Crow River carries parts for antique gumball machines and slots:

http://www.crowriver.com/index36.htm

I have a friend who has been looking for an IMP slot for years.

[Eric J]

Thanks. Thats a good start!

[drwstr123]

eric, I've found the pumps easily repairable. Usually the gasket...cut a new one from leather and grease it.
The new seal works fine.

[Eric J]

Thanks. I rebuilt the pump with no problem.