1970s Redhead score

[5280Jeff]

Made a 3 hr road trip this morning to grab this redhead. The guy was the original owner and had gotten it as a wedding gift in Florida in 1978. Needs plenty of work but the leg sockets are very solid. I will wait until it warms up this spring to get it cleaned up and start working on it. I am in need of a twist ash pan if anyone has one for sale or a lead on one I would appreciate it. 

Original box



Patent vent



Grill



Gonna need a new handle



Bowl gonna need new wheels



Inside bowl



Original grates, you can see a small crimp in the lid. it was a bit out of round but a quick bear hug fixed that.

[MacEggs]

Nicely done! The things we will do for a redhead. I've done it three times, now - no regrets.

Too bad about the lid handle being bolted on. No worries.
A 2 rivet handle from Brian will help avert the eyes from that.
I expect that thing to shine come spring. Look forward to finished pics. 

EDIT: that cooking grate appears to be original. Try to save it, as the older ones are heavy-duty compared to the newer ones.

[zavod44]

I got the handle you need, just let me know....

[G$]

Those bowl vents will clean as gid as new

[Craig]

Nice pickup! That will clean up nicely!

[MaxBobcat]

Very nice score!  Congrats, she's a beaut!

[Duke]

Awesome score Jeff!

[glrasmussen]

That will clean up, great score!

[5280Jeff]

Thanks guys! One of Brians handles is on the way 

[G]

Nice score....a little work with a razor knife and that bowl will be good as new.  I think I have an extra twisty ash pan with the flat edge.  PM me if interested....I may even have a set of wheels for you.

[5280Jeff]

Thanks! I have ordered a set of wheels and caps but I do still need an ash pan. PM is coming your way.