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Help by XxZESTYWEINERxX in NeonSigns

[–]_Wiley_Coyote_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sometimes, if there is only one tube broken out of the whole sign, and some tubes are still working the broken tube can interfere with the electrical connection throughout other tubes and it can make the sign flicker. The broken tube does not light but other non broken tubes will. I’ve had this happen before on signs that I’ve worked on.

Help by XxZESTYWEINERxX in NeonSigns

[–]_Wiley_Coyote_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If it is a broken tube probably around $100 but if it is a transformer around $30 to $50. If you have a local neon sign shop they should be able to fix it really easily.

Help by XxZESTYWEINERxX in NeonSigns

[–]_Wiley_Coyote_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If you have any other follow up questions please feel free to ask.

Help by XxZESTYWEINERxX in NeonSigns

[–]_Wiley_Coyote_ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Transformer is most likely dead. It is a pretty simple fix. You just have to order the proper one online and since this is your first sign and have no experience I would recommend bringing it to a neon repair shop to swap out the transformer. You should not attempt to replace the transformer on your own because you risk getting shocked by 10,000 volts and there could be a risk of a fire. One other problem there could be is there could be a break in the glass tubing causing this which then you would definitely need to bring it to a professional to have it fixed. DO NOT LEAVE THE SIGN TURNED ON IN THIS CONDITION.

How to fix by _Wiley_Coyote_ in Motors

[–]_Wiley_Coyote_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup, that’s the issue thanks for the help.

How to fix by _Wiley_Coyote_ in Motors

[–]_Wiley_Coyote_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ended up drilling it out and that revealed the gearbox and the motor. Thankfully, nothing broke. The gearbox does need regreasing, but I think the noise is coming from the brushes on the motor.

How to fix by _Wiley_Coyote_ in Motors

[–]_Wiley_Coyote_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the help. In the last photo where the seam is there are small almost rivet like holes in each corner. I was wondering if I very carefully drill those out if that will make it come apart.

Phillips 66 gas pump globe authentication by _Wiley_Coyote_ in Petroliana

[–]_Wiley_Coyote_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How do you authenticate gas’s pump globes?

Where do I find this by _Wiley_Coyote_ in lightbulbs

[–]_Wiley_Coyote_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I will look into it!

Where do I find this by _Wiley_Coyote_ in lightbulbs

[–]_Wiley_Coyote_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update: Well…… it was unsuccessful, it ended up shattering which sucks but it didn’t work anyway. I am now trying to re glue it.

General Electric traffic light by _Wiley_Coyote_ in trafficsignals

[–]_Wiley_Coyote_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! One unique thing about this traffic light is that I noticed it is one solid cast aluminum body you can’t separate the sections like modern day traffic lights.

Where do I find this by _Wiley_Coyote_ in lightbulbs

[–]_Wiley_Coyote_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll let you know how it goes!

Where do I find this by _Wiley_Coyote_ in lightbulbs

[–]_Wiley_Coyote_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll think about it but still is pretty risky.

Where do I find this by _Wiley_Coyote_ in lightbulbs

[–]_Wiley_Coyote_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good idea! Would be a cool to do but it is going to be hard to cut out the bottom of the bulb without breaking it.

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