Commodore 1701 Refurb

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In his latest video, Dave Izon presents a meticulous Commodore 1701 Refurb, breathing new life into a once-battered monitor. Over seven calm and satisfying minutes, he demonstrates each step of restoring the cracked and slightly faded plastic casing of the classic Commodore 1701 display.

The refurb begins with the damaged housing stripped and cleaned before Dave methodically applies filler and primer. His attention to surface texture gives the monitor a like-new finish without losing its original charm. The video clearly shows how the right preparation and paint choices make all the difference.

For those planning their own Commodore 1701 refurb, Dave reveals the exact paint codes: Grey Beige (RAL 1019 satin) from Maston One and Ford Rio Brown 167GA from Hycote. The end result is nothing short of impressive — a restored 1701 monitor that looks as if it just left Commodore’s production line.

This short restoration showcase is both instructive and inspiring, a perfect watch for anyone passionate about vintage hardware preservation.

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