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Recently took a 4 day 2800 mile frantic road trip. Started in Denver. Stopped off in Wichita (Derby) and picked up two pumps from r-man-AKA- Ryan Scroggin. Took the pumps to an Indianapolis truck stop and dropped them off to Phil McCauley and his Dad. Met Mick Wooten-AKA-aquartlow at another truck stop and bought the 36B station lighter. Then on in to Ron Bettin's to buy my rectangle 850. Then turn around and head home. It would be so much fun to be able to take time and meet more old gassers along the way. But we do what we must to satisfy this addiction with the time and funds we have. Is there a doctor in the house?
In memory of DB 9/12/49 - 8/28/14
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nice stuff larry!!!! looks like the trip was well worth the effort..txs alan
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Veedol-Tydol-Tidex-Cycol-Tycol.
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SOMETIMES I USED TO THINK THAT I BID ON LARGE SIGN @ EBAY IN OTHER STATES JUST SO I COULD GET A ROADTRIP OUTTA THE DEAL.
SWEET HAUL LARRY!
DOC @ THE AMERICAN GARAGE
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great score on the 850 larry!!like the staionlighter too!!now if ya can just find that nozzle!!LOL
Looking for gas,oil related clocks,especially neon and spinners .clock repair available. Mick
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Yes and I would trade an original 850 visi for one or buy out right if ANYONE has one. PLEASE
In memory of DB 9/12/49 - 8/28/14
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AWESOME RIDE, Larry!! Now you really do need that nozzle, huh? 850 looks great the way it is. Do you have a clam shell for it?
The bonnet on your station lighter looks like my Benjamin, could it be or did Tokheim make it?
Glad you were able to find some more goodies!
Rod
Looking to buy or trade old gas station memorabilia such as pumps, globes, cans, signs, free give-aways, S&P shakers etc. from the 20s-60s.
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Your Benjamin bonnet is the same! I seem to remember that piece.
I have been told that the 36B station Lighter bonnet was only made in porcelain white. I doubt Tokheim made them. Probably a contract item. Your harp is different though. These were made specifically for the 36.
Larry
In memory of DB 9/12/49 - 8/28/14
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Wow that is dedication! Cool pump, enjoy!
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Yep, mine has Benjamin stamped on the harp which is shaped differently. The outside of the bonnet is red with white inside.
Rod
Looking to buy or trade old gas station memorabilia such as pumps, globes, cans, signs, free give-aways, S&P shakers etc. from the 20s-60s.
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Nice 850!!! How about a picture of that Hot Rod behind it... I like car pictures!! 
***Wanted*** Always looking for Oilzum, Kunz, and Husky Cans, Signs and Smalls.
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Glad it was a safe trip for you Larry, nice to meet you and especially nice to bring the pumps. If you get out this way again, plan on spending a day at my place, you are welcome anytime.
Thanks, Phil
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Looking for any old pumps, or nice 5 gallon cans.
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Very nice pumps. It would take me months to recover from the road trip.
Mike
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dude...contact me next time you go on a roadtrip...browse around in my garage and maybe pick up a sign or two...!
let me know if you pass through Norman, OK.
There's no stopping the Cretins from hopping
You've got to keep it beating for the hopping Cretins
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Larry, it was great meeting you and hope I see you again soon.
Mick
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