Primarily Petroliana Shop Talk Forums Shop Talk Petroliana Forums General Petroliana Discussion What have I gotten myself into?

So I went and bought three Gilbarco pumps (model 966??) with the hopes and aspirations of making one decent pump from them. Now a couple questions.

How much of the guts does one typically strip out? Is there any market for the "computer"?

Is the paint that I am about to strip off really lead based? Wife is just a little paranoid.

What books/websites etc should I check to make this project easier?

Thanks in advance,
Chuck

Hey there....

I would strip out all of the guts except the computer. There may be a market for them but I have yet to see one. If the pump is there i would get rid of it, too heavy.

I wouldn't worry about the lead based paint possiblity. Just wear gloves and a mask if you strip or sandblast them and you'll be fine, and do it outside. Paint could be anything.

This website has a great search engine for past posts if you have any questions. I have used it many times. Also any books that you find on the subject you might want to look over.

Chuck...most everything beneath the bracketry that holds the computer in can go, except for hinging and door-latch mechanisms. There are many informative links on this site and vendor info is also available.

Seth Robbins www.vics66.com

Here is a little bit on a recent restoration of mine...
http://www.oldgas.com/shoptalk/ubb/Forum4/HTML/001239.html

Its a 96C, which should be similar to yours. As far as websites, your here, and welcome aboard. For books, go to our bookstore here, and get " PCM's Guide to Gas Pump Restoration" Not only will it give you some insite to a restoration, but it also has HUNDREDS of pictures (drawings) of gas pumps painted in numerous companies colors. The descriptions will also tell you what sign, decal, and/or globe, along with what dates that they were used, that should go with you restoration.

Good Luck, welcome aboard, and hang on for the ride....

P.S. post some pics for us. If you need help e-mail them to me, and I'll post some for you...

WELCOME Chuck in WI, When you nee parts go to gaspumpheaven.com They are the suppliers to all the vendors. Again Welcome, Larry BS

There is no other way to put it Larry than that you are flat wrong. You may only deal with Andy & Diane, they are great people & great friends of mine, and so I wouldn't blame you. But every vendor whether it be me, Past Gas Florida, Pergl's, Time Passages, Weber's, Scobie, Slama etc. manufacture parts. There is a lot of trade that does go on between vendors, but to say that no one else manufactures parts is false and belittles the efforts of a lot of good people right here on this website. Like I said, I appreciate you promoting your favorite catalog, by doing so you are helping me sell me more parts thru them. They are good folks who I speak with daily and they do manufacture a lot of parts, but fact is fact....they are my biggest account that I sell to and I am theirs. We are partners in a great many projects, so please continue to promote them. Just try and do it in a respectful and informed way, as their are literally hundreds of people across the country manufacturing pump parts.

Seth Robbins, Owner
Vic's Place, LLC www.vicsplace.com

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Oh and Chuck in Wisconsin....I am sorry to act like a turkey on your first thread, this is generally a good website with lots of good info.

"Past Gas Florida, Pergl's, Time Passages, Weber's, Scobie, Slama "
Pogo, GPH, etc.

Guess they agree a low profile is better than bad carma !
db

Why is it bad karma to post on internet forum? Did you read my post earlier in this thread...."a lot of good vendor info on this site", what a jerk I am, huh? I really don't recall what I did to merit this kind of treatment, but if participating on oldgas is bad karma for my business, than I guess that is news to me. Maybe there is a deeper issue that has yet to reveal itself....., but wouldn't it be easier to pick up the phone and say "look, this is what you did to me" rather than consistently call me out on a message board?

Just wondering why it's bad for me to be on here, as a vendor, when there are lots of other people on here promoting their own interest (business) also. On this site, my priority list is as follows: friends first, help second, sell third. I don't see the problem?

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Larry (st rod)

I hate to disagree with you on this and it is in no way personal but to think that gph manufactures all the parts in there catalogue is just plain wrong. Next time you talk to diane ask her if she manufactures all the parts in the catalogue? Ask her if she maufactures white cloth hoses 13and a half globes. Now dont get me wrong here diane and andy are great prople who have brought some great products to the market but they are not the only ones that make great parts. Mabe seth can tell us of some of the parts that he vics brings us if he so chooses I know of no other source for milk glass bodies ect. I know personaly that it is not easy to make parts. I have a clear vision 700 here that needed skins and no one was making them any more so I had to get a run made. It is not easy to find someone with a 6 foot slip roll that will make a tapered roll for you and laser cut out the holes but i did. And it gives me a new found respect for parts vendors how many pumps do you think would be restored without them.

I love all the gas pump parts suppliers. Each does something the others do not. Take a look at their website (listed here at oldgas under links section). Give them a call if you can't find what you need. They are all good people who have a genuine interest in this hobby. God knows its not for the money...


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Scott
Wanted- Powerine and Powerlube items!

Thanks Scott...and you are right about the money part...I used to load trucks at Nabisco and needless to say, it was a MUCH more comfortable situation. I'd be better off, chucking the repo parts biz, and just selling original stuff. A lot less stress, I guarantee!

Just yesterday I called Seth about a random pump part question. He returned my call quickly and was very helpful.

I've NEVER bought anything from Seth in the way of pump parts. But that doesn't stop him from extending a hand in the name of professional courtesy. That speaks volumes for me.

This is my first post, though I frequently read the board when my husband is on. I would like to thank the people who have kind words to say about us and our business. I would agree with scootdog that this business is not always about the money. We often times spend nights and weekends up here (with 4 kids 10 years and down) building parts or packing orders, we also spend a lot of time traveling to shows (again all 6 of us) trying to make personal contact with customers. We meet up with a lot of oldgassers out there on the road and it is always nice to put a face with the name. I guess all I'm trying to say is, that if trying to help people on a web forum and occassionaly making a sale is bad karma or wrong, then we are guilty as charged. My first & probably last post, but I'll always look over his shoulder!

Melynn Robbins

Chuck stick with the pump and don't let it get to you. With three pumps you have all the parts you will need. As far as the paint it's hard telling what was used just use a little protection and you will be fine. This is a great hobby and there are a lot of great people on this site that will help you along the way. I must warn you that it is addictive, its hard to stop at just one pump. Richard