Nice Job Again ! These models have everything going for them, solid bulletproof design, great cosmetics, old and super vintage & now restored to near mint condition ready for another 80 yrs . . . . .
I wish I was closer. The skyriter I just bought needs TLC and smells icky. I thought it would be good it was a single owner but clearly hasn’t used it in years. It looks so sad but I’m going to clean it up as best I can. Your videos are the BEST!
As the owner of a 1936 Corona Standard (one that needs a little work but is very usable) I can safely say YOU. WANT. THIS. MACHINE. I'm drooling just looking at it. Okay, I kid, but seriously, these are my favorite machines, probably, and this one is truly a looker, even with the issues shown. Looks to type like a dream, exactly as you think it would, I'm sure. ...if I had the spare cash I'd be all over this one myself, probably. lol. I DO HAVE TO ASK, what IS the general method of getting the finish to a nice shine, and taking care of oxidization? I've never been able to get a solid answer.. should probably ask on the typewriter maintenance page (and will for details, if need be) but I felt it worth asking here since this machine needed some work. ALSO, lastly, I LOVE to hear that you found a way to restore decals. That makes me quite happy for future restoration projects on a whole!
Mate I’m trying to refurbish this model myself and I was wondering if I could chat about what paints you used (specifically for the decals and the enamel).
Underneath the carriage, are the screws that hold the roller pan pins there? I have a 1937 maroon Silent and the screws are missing. They're tiny diameter screws, maybe #0 or 1/16" dia. one on each side.
I know there actually are threads on the inside of those posts("roller pan pins"), but i have >never< seen a Floating Shift model with anything in those threads, and i've owned and worked on at least 60+ of these over the years. The platen tray is held in place loosely by the two posts when the feed rollers are released, and won't come out of position unless the platen is removed(and on later iterations, it will still stay put even then because the index differential collar keeps the left post from easily leaving its hole). If you've ever seen one with screws in there, well, keep an eye out for unicorns, too! :) There's no need for screws to hold the tray in place, and I definitely wouldn't worry about them missing from your Silent...they're missing from every single SC i've ever seen!! Cheers
I have removed many of those screws, usually don't put them back. This video you can see me removing the left one on this Corona th-cam.com/video/Z5RW4gQaRlU/w-d-xo.html
Phoenix Typewriter - i learn something new every day :) i've never once seen a silent/sterling/standard with them, just on the 4(and even that only rarely)
It was your video that inspired me to remove and clean my '37 platen and the rollers. I did not have the two screws in those posts underneath that you showed that were suppose to be there. I have not been able to find a source for those screws.
Mate can you help me? I have recently bought one of these and cannot get the carriage to move left past the central position, the keys and space-bar seem to have no affect on the carriage either
call me crazy, but it sounds like your R margin is set to the center & the line-end locking mechanism is doing its job. in case you’re new to the model, here’s the user’s manual site.xavier.edu/polt/typewriters/CoronaInstructions1937.pdf
@@TypewriterJustice thanks for the reply but it isn't that. by my eye there is a small metal piece one the underside of the right hand knob that is connected to the carriage release lever that seems to be hitting the plate beneath the carriage that is stopping it moving all the way left. Also the carriage isn't reacting to the keys even when it is all the way right. the carriage does react to the keys if i hold it on an angle but then i feel as though gravity is doing the work. I'm gonna give it another week and if there's still no joy i'm going to return it. That's what a local repair company recommended I do. Many Thanks
I am new to the model and type writers in general, but there is a tiny wheel with some cord on it that seems so have come loose, is this linked to carriage movement ?
@@robsterboy123 the lever you’re referring to is the carriage centering device, which in theory could get stuck in the ‘engaged’ position; the string & springdrum you mentioned is most definitely involved in carriage movement - the mainspring provides all the tension, and that repair should be your first step. Phoenix Typewriter has a great vid on SC mainspring repair, i’ll link it momentarily
Every now and then i'm tempted to, and almost always my low-fi camera setup botches it for me - one of these days i might end up actually editing a video, but don't hold your breath LOL
I have the exact typewriter and the other day a can of coke fell into it. Some parts have rusted? Any suggestions other than don’t leave a coke can on the top please and thank you.
You said you 'roughed up' the platen. What did you do? The platen on my '37 is kinda hard. I've cleaned it with mineral spirits best I can, but it's still needs a little texture to it.
Hey sir!!! I am interested in this sweet machine is it still up for grabs if so do you have a website or since you live in great state of Tejas I’m from Austin and would love to take a ride to your shop if you have one in dallas.
Maybe I got lucky, obtained a 1937 Corona Standard from a local seller via Marketplace. It’s in beautiful condition. The only condition issue is some scratching in the back where the case post is inserted. Otherwise it is nearly mint. I paid less than I can find it anywhere else and some of them look dirty and well used. Mainly I need to clean the WD-40 the seller probably used to free the mechanism, he said the prior owner had stored it for decades. There is no corrosion, everything is very clean. It looks like a miniature piano. My only complaints are the bell only twangs, the striker seems very tight and sometimes a key strike shadows a bit but that could be my very rusty typing skills. It takes more skill than a computer keyboard for sure. When I get a rhythm going it types beautifully.
nice! if the escapement is more goopy from old lube than actually dirty, you can start with compressed air, then a control cleaner(i use NuTrol) to flush/oil the mechanisms, followed by more compressed air. the best part of this approach is that NuTrol isn’t going to instantly murder the paint, so you can get away with less disassembly; it’s definitely not a deep clean, but it will help achieve basic functionality. good luck!
@@TypewriterJustice thanks for the tip. It looks great next to my Monroe Model K calculating machine. The Monroe only needed a little bit of sewing machine oil, it wasn't frozen, just hard to turn. I was told that until 1930 they used natural oils (probably whale) which don't turn to glue like mineral and synthetic oils.
@@someonespadre most readily available oils & lubricants are going to be too thick for use on typewriters unless they are diluted significantly in an evaporating delivery agent(such as naptha) - canned control cleaners flush out old lube, then they evaporate leaving behind a thin sheen of oil, which is perfect for typewriters! they are NOT all made with the same ingredients, though (which is why i recommend NuTrol) so if you try a control cleaner from your local hardware or auto parts store, test it on a machine you don’t care about first
My dad got me one of these for my 26th birthday last year. It's obviously super dusty, dirty, and has seen excessive use. As much as I'd love to use it for school (post-restoration) since I'm not much of a technology person, I can't 😔. I'm wanting to have my typewriter restored, but I'm not sure how much it would cost. Does it depend on how rough a shape it's in? What all does it depend on? Awesome job and great video.
congratulations on the typewriter- they’re 100% worth the time & effort. I would recommend taking it in to a shop for at least a basic functionality tune up, if not a full restoration; there is a list of repair shops at site.xavier.edu/polt/typewriters/tw-repair.html
@@TypewriterJustice awesome. I'm looking to buy come February, but am hesitant to buy online as I am afraid I won't like the feel of whatever purchase. I live in the DFW area. Do you have an online listing for your products?
Isazi Sempi - i have no idea...it’s been a while. Value for common typewriters depends more on serviceable condition than anything else - a refurbished or demonstrably functional machine will always be worth more than a barn-find or estate sale score of the same model.
I just acquired one of these. Are you interested in refurbishing it for me? I can’t figure out how to send you a Direct message. Love your videos. Would be an honor for you to bring her back to life 🤘🏼
Nice Job Again ! These models have everything going for them, solid bulletproof design, great cosmetics, old and super vintage & now restored to near mint condition ready for another 80 yrs . . . . .
You should definitely do repair videos!
If only I had the money to bid on this, that looks like an amazing typewriter.
One of my favorite typewriters.
This is seriously amazing.
Any tips on reinstalling the platen? I am currently trying to out mine back together and it's very hard
That's a hell of a looker, nice job !
Do you have a video on other clean the keys...
I wish I was closer. The skyriter I just bought needs TLC and smells icky. I thought it would be good it was a single owner but clearly hasn’t used it in years. It looks so sad but I’m going to clean it up as best I can. Your videos are the BEST!
As the owner of a 1936 Corona Standard (one that needs a little work but is very usable) I can safely say YOU. WANT. THIS. MACHINE.
I'm drooling just looking at it. Okay, I kid, but seriously, these are my favorite machines, probably, and this one is truly a looker, even with the issues shown. Looks to type like a dream, exactly as you think it would, I'm sure.
...if I had the spare cash I'd be all over this one myself, probably. lol.
I DO HAVE TO ASK, what IS the general method of getting the finish to a nice shine, and taking care of oxidization? I've never been able to get a solid answer.. should probably ask on the typewriter maintenance page (and will for details, if need be) but I felt it worth asking here since this machine needed some work.
ALSO, lastly, I LOVE to hear that you found a way to restore decals. That makes me quite happy for future restoration projects on a whole!
So you have any tips for reinstalling the platen?
Mate I’m trying to refurbish this model myself and I was wondering if I could chat about what paints you used (specifically for the decals and the enamel).
do you do type writer restoration/repair
Underneath the carriage, are the screws that hold the roller pan pins there? I have a 1937 maroon Silent and the screws are missing. They're tiny diameter screws, maybe #0 or 1/16" dia. one on each side.
I know there actually are threads on the inside of those posts("roller pan pins"), but i have >never< seen a Floating Shift model with anything in those threads, and i've owned and worked on at least 60+ of these over the years. The platen tray is held in place loosely by the two posts when the feed rollers are released, and won't come out of position unless the platen is removed(and on later iterations, it will still stay put even then because the index differential collar keeps the left post from easily leaving its hole). If you've ever seen one with screws in there, well, keep an eye out for unicorns, too! :) There's no need for screws to hold the tray in place, and I definitely wouldn't worry about them missing from your Silent...they're missing from every single SC i've ever seen!! Cheers
I have removed many of those screws, usually don't put them back.
This video you can see me removing the left one on this Corona
th-cam.com/video/Z5RW4gQaRlU/w-d-xo.html
Phoenix Typewriter - i learn something new every day :) i've never once seen a silent/sterling/standard with them, just on the 4(and even that only rarely)
It was your video that inspired me to remove and clean my '37 platen and the rollers. I did not have the two screws in those posts underneath that you showed that were suppose to be there. I have not been able to find a source for those screws.
Mate can you help me? I have recently bought one of these and cannot get the carriage to move left past the central position, the keys and space-bar seem to have no affect on the carriage either
call me crazy, but it sounds like your R margin is set to the center & the line-end locking mechanism is doing its job. in case you’re new to the model, here’s the user’s manual site.xavier.edu/polt/typewriters/CoronaInstructions1937.pdf
@@TypewriterJustice thanks for the reply but it isn't that. by my eye there is a small metal piece one the underside of the right hand knob that is connected to the carriage release lever that seems to be hitting the plate beneath the carriage that is stopping it moving all the way left. Also the carriage isn't reacting to the keys even when it is all the way right. the carriage does react to the keys if i hold it on an angle but then i feel as though gravity is doing the work. I'm gonna give it another week and if there's still no joy i'm going to return it. That's what a local repair company recommended I do. Many Thanks
I am new to the model and type writers in general, but there is a tiny wheel with some cord on it that seems so have come loose, is this linked to carriage movement ?
@@robsterboy123 the lever you’re referring to is the carriage centering device, which in theory could get stuck in the ‘engaged’ position; the string & springdrum you mentioned is most definitely involved in carriage movement - the mainspring provides all the tension, and that repair should be your first step. Phoenix Typewriter has a great vid on SC mainspring repair, i’ll link it momentarily
@@robsterboy123 th-cam.com/video/s6BNQm9gjCo/w-d-xo.html
You did a phenomenal job on that Corona!! Have you ever considered doing some repair videos like Duane? :-). I think you would be great as well!
Every now and then i'm tempted to, and almost always my low-fi camera setup botches it for me - one of these days i might end up actually editing a video, but don't hold your breath LOL
What is your recipe to get a shine like that?
I have the exact typewriter and the other day a can of coke fell into it. Some parts have rusted? Any suggestions other than don’t leave a coke can on the top please and thank you.
You said you 'roughed up' the platen. What did you do? The platen on my '37 is kinda hard. I've cleaned it with mineral spirits best I can, but it's still needs a little texture to it.
Hey sir!!! I am interested in this sweet machine is it still up for grabs if so do you have a website or since you live in great state of Tejas I’m from Austin and would love to take a ride to your shop if you have one in dallas.
Maybe I got lucky, obtained a 1937 Corona Standard from a local seller via Marketplace. It’s in beautiful condition. The only condition issue is some scratching in the back where the case post is inserted. Otherwise it is nearly mint. I paid less than I can find it anywhere else and some of them look dirty and well used. Mainly I need to clean the WD-40 the seller probably used to free the mechanism, he said the prior owner had stored it for decades. There is no corrosion, everything is very clean. It looks like a miniature piano. My only complaints are the bell only twangs, the striker seems very tight and sometimes a key strike shadows a bit but that could be my very rusty typing skills. It takes more skill than a computer keyboard for sure. When I get a rhythm going it types beautifully.
It looks like the standard was the base model. The sterling had a tabulator function.
nice! if the escapement is more goopy from old lube than actually dirty, you can start with compressed air, then a control cleaner(i use NuTrol) to flush/oil the mechanisms, followed by more compressed air. the best part of this approach is that NuTrol isn’t going to instantly murder the paint, so you can get away with less disassembly; it’s definitely not a deep clean, but it will help achieve basic functionality. good luck!
@@TypewriterJustice thanks for the tip. It looks great next to my Monroe Model K calculating machine. The Monroe only needed a little bit of sewing machine oil, it wasn't frozen, just hard to turn. I was told that until 1930 they used natural oils (probably whale) which don't turn to glue like mineral and synthetic oils.
@@someonespadre most readily available oils & lubricants are going to be too thick for use on typewriters unless they are diluted significantly in an evaporating delivery agent(such as naptha) - canned control cleaners flush out old lube, then they evaporate leaving behind a thin sheen of oil, which is perfect for typewriters! they are NOT all made with the same ingredients, though (which is why i recommend NuTrol) so if you try a control cleaner from your local hardware or auto parts store, test it on a machine you don’t care about first
My dad got me one of these for my 26th birthday last year. It's obviously super dusty, dirty, and has seen excessive use. As much as I'd love to use it for school (post-restoration) since I'm not much of a technology person, I can't 😔. I'm wanting to have my typewriter restored, but I'm not sure how much it would cost. Does it depend on how rough a shape it's in? What all does it depend on? Awesome job and great video.
congratulations on the typewriter- they’re 100% worth the time & effort. I would recommend taking it in to a shop for at least a basic functionality tune up, if not a full restoration; there is a list of repair shops at site.xavier.edu/polt/typewriters/tw-repair.html
@@TypewriterJustice Awesome! Thanks so much.
Do you sell in Dallas locally or just a collectionist?
i sell locally, as well as occasionally on eBay
@@TypewriterJustice awesome. I'm looking to buy come February, but am hesitant to buy online as I am afraid I won't like the feel of whatever purchase. I live in the DFW area. Do you have an online listing for your products?
Is this one going to be for sale
sold two months ago! subscribe to catch my current sales(and the occasional weirdo nerdfest repair video)
will do
@@TypewriterJustice I have the same typewriter with case how much did you sell it for?
Isazi Sempi - i have no idea...it’s been a while. Value for common typewriters depends more on serviceable condition than anything else - a refurbished or demonstrably functional machine will always be worth more than a barn-find or estate sale score of the same model.
I just acquired one of these. Are you interested in refurbishing it for me? I can’t figure out how to send you a Direct message. Love your videos. Would be an honor for you to bring her back to life 🤘🏼
You should change it's name to Smith Corona Virus..