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Hello. I am new to gas pumps and this is my first project. It is in what I would call good shape, just needs some TLC and cleaning. Most of you will notice it is missing the filter, and hose and nozzle. Any ideas where I can get these. It displays nicely as is but I would like it to be complete. Not sure if photo will upload so I can email it to anyone that can help.

WELCOM TO OLDGAS
3rd version BOWSER 41, was still being sold in 1955.
Not all BOWSER 41's were sold w/ the Filter or Counter. W/o another valve between pump & spicket, you don't have a place to add the hose w/ nozzle.

Has the counter, would like to find everything to put the filter, hose,and nozzle on the pump.

Finding the Bowser Filter might be next to impossible. Most collectors that have one won't sell it. I've been collecting 30 yrs. & still don't have one.
db

What does the filter look like,any pictures of one?

This picture was in my first Gas Pump Identification book but was pulled from the second edition so that another pump could be included.

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For more information see this page of my website:

http://www.petrolianacollectibles.com/bowser%2041.htm

Jack Sim

WOW that thing looks awesome as is. Of coarse I wouldn't know what it is missing so unless you told me I am clueless. The top half looks like a reloading press. Very nice pump.
Welcome aboard.
Mike

On your pump,
The fitting to left of TEXACO sticker was for pipe going up to hold hose. Coming out of pump casting w/ a close nipple, into a T, approx. a 6" nipple into a 90, then up thru fitting approx. 48", then as pictured by Jack's image.
Yours wasn't sold w/ filter.
db

I think these early one's are fascinating. So Dick or Jack, would this unit, in most likely hood, have been used for kerosene or would it still have been used for gas?

Any liquid w/ storage under floor or in ground.
Kerosene, gasoline, oils, syrup, molasses, vinegar, etc.

Thanks for everybody's help. I learn more in one day than I ever expected. I realize the filter is a pipe dream, but any help on finding the correct nozzle?

From a 1923 Bowser Sales Bulletin (which is available on my website: www.petrocollect.com).

This Figure 41 is commonly called called "the all-purpose pump."

Some of the most prominent uses of the 41 outfit are for the service of various oils used either in the process of manufacture, or for lubrication about manufacturing plants; for the service of both gasoline and lubricating oils inside garages, both public and private; for the storage and service of kerosene, gasoline, and lubricating oils in groceries and general stores.

Here is a picture of a young lady purchasing kerosene at a General Store. Notice that she is holding a metal covered kerosene bottle (this type of container was discussed here on Old Gas about two weeks ago). Both pumps are 41s (Standard Version), as is yours. In a General Store these pumps were used for kerosene because most people at this time did not have electricity in their homes and kersoene was used for lighting purposes. Also by this time laws probitited the sale of gasoline from inside a building such as this one, it probably had a pot belly stove for heating.

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As mentioned above, the 41 was still being sold in 1955. By this time many changes had been made in the appearance of the pumps, and yours does not look like the '55 version. Also by 55 they were no longer offering the filter as a option.

This type of pump was probably used for kerosene in its early years, then for gasoline on farms in the 30s & 40s, then in the 50s back to kerosene where the pump was back behind the service station.

Jack Sim

Great info, could I ask if any photos or diagrams may exist of the pump with a hose/nozzle setup without the filter.

You guys are awesome. I can tell how passionate you are about your collections and well versed in the hobby.

Thanks again for the help!!

This is a Sales Mans Sample early version of the 41 of how it was connected to tank [missing the spicket].
Sales Men would carry this around to show potential customers what they were buying.


This another that I have [pump is same size as one above]. Whited out background for easier viewing of pump, but is standing next to 1qt can.

Suggest you get a copy of my Gas Pump Identification book. Three different pictures of the 41 are shown on page 86.

Cost on my website is a little over $30.00, that is abut $.02 per picture, or less than $.10 per page.

Jack Sim