Buddy-L Bus Restoration

The Antique Doctor

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The Buddy-L Bus came to us with a thick layer ugly yellow paint.
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We submerged it under Soy Strip paint remover, – overnight.
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Additional applications made, until all paint is falling off.
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Once soft everywhere, cleaning began.
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The low pressure washer cleans all the nooks and crannies.
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Washing from all angles, soaks the operator.
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After a thorough cleaning, it was straightened and primed with Epoxy primer.
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Then the carefully researched, top coat color, sprayed on.
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A special, tiny spray gun was used to get superior coverage.
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Then a satin varnish with brown toner, applied, to give the old look.
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The owner sent the reproduction decals. Steering and wheels oiled.
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Years of wear still show.
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It will always be an authentic treasure, now, from The Antique Doctor, and Oldtimeworld.

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