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avocadojr

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I have the opportunity to buy a 6-8 year old Summit SBC-500J model kegerator, but don't know how good the deal is.

Guy is asking for $300. Includes 2 towers, new lines, 6 taps and 2/3 full co2 tank. Deal or no deal ?? Thanks !


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Only seen pictures but spoke with the dealer and he said he used it periodically. Going to check it out tomorrow to see how it looks/works.


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It is a steal as long as the box is not rusted out. The compressors can be replaced for about $600 to $700 if it needs to be. Check the Date stamped on the CO2. It may need to be re-certified.

We have an old Beverage Air one that the compressor went out. We got it for $400 five years ago and had to replace fan and compressor this last summer. Like a new one now.
 
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Thanks for the feedback.

My worry is if I have to replace parts and how I'll know if they still have them available and how long this may be down the road. Thanks again.


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